Kaikōura Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Kaikōura
Kaikōura
Rolling green hills, a distant mountain range with snow-capped peaks, and a clear blue sky.
Kaikōura
Kaikōura

Our guide on where to stay in Kaikōura

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A rocky shoreline with a person standing on the rocks, overlooking a calm sea and a mountain in the background.

South Bay

Though South Bay may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Fyffe House and Peninsula Walkway.

Walking around Kaikoura Peninsula, New Zealand on a beautiful Spring day.

Kaikoura Flat

While visiting Kaikoura Flat, you might make a stop by sights like Mount Fyffe and Kaikoura Beach.

A seal resting on a rocky surface.

Kaikoura Peninsula

If you're spending some time in Kaikoura Peninsula, Peninsula Walkway and Point Kean Seal Colony are top sights worth seeing.

Sudima Kaikoura

Sudima Kaikoura

5 out of 5
Esplanade, 114 Kaikoura Canterbury
The price is NZ$199 per night from 18 July to 19 July
NZ$199
18 July - 19 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Kaikōura. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (599 reviews)
"Sorry guys but your breakfast was not up to standard."

Reviewed on 26 June 2026

Sudima Kaikoura
Kaikoura Quality Suites

Kaikoura Quality Suites

3.5 out of 5
154 Beach Road Kaikoura
The price is NZ$150 per night from 30 June to 1 July
NZ$150
30 June - 1 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Kaikōura. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (502 reviews)
"Place was great."

Reviewed on 26 June 2026

Kaikoura Quality Suites
Alpine-pacific Holiday Park

Alpine-pacific Holiday Park

3 out of 5
69 Beach Road Kaikoura
The price is NZ$101 per night from 24 July to 25 July
NZ$101
24 July - 25 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this holiday park in Kaikōura. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Kaikoura Museum and Kaikoura District Museum are ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (497 reviews)
"The staff were very obliging. The rooms were absolutely spotless"

Reviewed on 31 May 2026

Alpine-pacific Holiday Park
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The Fairways Accommodation Kaikoura

The Fairways Accommodation Kaikoura

3.5 out of 5
1 Kersage Drive - Ocean Ridge Kaikoura
Stay at this beach aparthotel in Kaikōura. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (421 reviews)
"Very nice shower, comfy bed, quiet, friendly welcome at check-in even though I arrived late! Super nice experience."

Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026

The Fairways Accommodation Kaikoura
Kaikoura Luxury Apartments

Kaikoura Luxury Apartments

5 out of 5
78 Esplanade Kaikoura Canterbury
Stay at this luxury apartment in Kaikōura. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Kaikoura Museum and Kaikoura District Museum ...
Kaikoura Luxury Apartments
Barnacle Bills

Barnacle Bills

3.5 out of 5
86 Scarborough Street Kaikoura Canterbury
Stay at this cottage in Kaikōura. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Kaikoura Museum and Kaikoura District Museum are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (28 reviews)
"The kitchen was great, it’s a lovely cottage set in beautiful gardens."

Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026

Barnacle Bills
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Stay near popular Kaikōura attractions

Peninsula Walkway

9.4/5 (467 reviews)
Go wildlife spotting as you hike on a coastal route across cliff tops and down to the shoreline. See whales, seals, sea lions and much more.
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Activities

Kaikōura: Zipline and Native Forest Adventure Trip

Kaikōura: Zipline and Native Forest Adventure Trip

NZ$209
per adult
Kaikōura: Zipline and Native Forest Adventure Trip
Kaikoura: Whale Watching Flight

Kaikōura Whale Watching Scenic Flight (40 Minutes)

NZ$295
per adult
Kaikōura Whale Watching Scenic Flight (40 Minutes)
Whale tail splashing in water in the Kaikour whale watching tour in Christchurch New Zealand.

Full-Day Kaikoura Whale-Watching Tour

NZ$370
per adult
Full-Day Kaikoura Whale-Watching Tour
Whale watching in Winter

Whale Watching in Kaikoura by Boat

NZ$179
per adult
78% of travellers recommend
Whale Watching in Kaikoura by Boat
EcoZop Kaikoura dual ziplines

Half Day Zipline Adventure in Kaikoura

NZ$199
per adult
Half Day Zipline Adventure in Kaikoura
Kaikoura: Coastal and Alpine Scenic Airplane Flight

Kaikoura: Coastal and Alpine Scenic Airplane Flight

NZ$195
per adult
Kaikoura: Coastal and Alpine Scenic Airplane Flight
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