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1. Sudima Kaikoura

Sudima Kaikoura
Kaikoura
$102
$117 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 29 - Oct 30
Sudima Kaikoura

2. Kaikoura Quality Suites

Kaikoura Quality Suites
Kaikoura
$68
$79 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 22 - Oct 23
Kaikoura Quality Suites

3. Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments

Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments
Kaikoura
$75
$87 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments

4. Mondello Kaikoura

Mondello Kaikoura
Kaikoura
$88
$101 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Mondello Kaikoura

5. Kaikoura Beach Motel

Kaikoura Beach Motel
Kaikoura
$59
$68 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Kaikoura Beach Motel

6. Kaikoura Gateway Motor Lodge

Kaikoura Gateway Motor Lodge
Kaikoura
$78
$90 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Kaikoura Gateway Motor Lodge

7. The Fairways Accommodation Kaikoura

The Fairways Accommodation Kaikoura
Kaikoura Flat
$94
$108 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 3 - Oct 4
The Fairways Accommodation Kaikoura

8. Kaikoura Boutique Hotel

Kaikoura Boutique Hotel
Kaikoura
$96
$110 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 2 - Oct 3
Kaikoura Boutique Hotel

9. Kaikoura Motor Inn

Kaikoura Motor Inn
Kaikoura
$73
$84 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Kaikoura Motor Inn

10. Lemon Tree Lodge

Lemon Tree Lodge
Kaikoura
$169
$194 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 7 - Oct 8
Lemon Tree Lodge

11. Bendamere House Bed & Breakfast

Bendamere House Bed & Breakfast
Kaikoura
$162
$186 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Bendamere House Bed & Breakfast

12. Sierra Beachfront Motel

Sierra Beachfront Motel
Kaikoura
$61
$70 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 10 - Oct 11
Sierra Beachfront Motel

13. Alpine-pacific Holiday Park

Alpine-pacific Holiday Park
Kaikoura
$45
$51 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Alpine-pacific Holiday Park

14. The White Morph - Heritage Collection

The White Morph - Heritage Collection
Kaikoura
$159
$183 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
The White Morph - Heritage Collection

15. Inn the Bay Bed & Breakfast

Inn the Bay Bed & Breakfast
Kaikoura
$127
$147 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 3 - Oct 4
Inn the Bay Bed & Breakfast

16. The Peninsula Kaikoura

The Peninsula Kaikoura
Kaikoura
$88
$101 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
The Peninsula Kaikoura

17. Alpine View Motel

Alpine View Motel
Kaikoura
$79
$91 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 30 - Oct 31
Alpine View Motel

18. Lobster Inn Motel

Lobster Inn Motel
Kaikoura
$104
$120 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 7 - Oct 8
Lobster Inn Motel

19. Bella Vista Motel Kaikoura

Bella Vista Motel Kaikoura
Kaikoura
$76
$88 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Bella Vista Motel Kaikoura

20. Te Mahuru Retreat

Te Mahuru Retreat
Kaikoura Flat
$120
$138 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Te Mahuru Retreat
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Sudima Kaikoura

Sudima Kaikoura
Kaikoura
$20 off
$193
per night
$443 total
includes taxes & fees
Sudima Kaikoura

Kaikoura Gateway Motor Lodge

Kaikoura Gateway Motor Lodge
Kaikoura
$19 off
$85
per night
$196 total
includes taxes & fees
Kaikoura Gateway Motor Lodge

Alpine-pacific Holiday Park

Alpine-pacific Holiday Park
Kaikoura
$57
per night
$130 total
includes taxes & fees
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Alpine-pacific Holiday Park

Lobster Inn Motel

Lobster Inn Motel
Kaikoura
$36 off
$160
per night
$368 total
includes taxes & fees
Lobster Inn Motel

Kaikoura Luxury Apartments

Kaikoura Luxury Apartments
Kaikoura
$58 off
$259
per night
$596 total
includes taxes & fees
Kaikoura Luxury Apartments

Mondello Kaikoura

Mondello Kaikoura
Kaikoura
$25 off
$101
per night
$233 total
includes taxes & fees
Mondello Kaikoura

Kaikoura Gateway Motor Lodge

Kaikoura Gateway Motor Lodge
Kaikoura
$17 off
$75
per night
$171 total
includes taxes & fees
Kaikoura Gateway Motor Lodge

The Fairways Accommodation Kaikoura

The Fairways Accommodation Kaikoura
Kaikoura Flat
$23 off
$101
per night
$233 total
includes taxes & fees
The Fairways Accommodation Kaikoura

Alpine-pacific Holiday Park

Alpine-pacific Holiday Park
Kaikoura
$55
per night
$126 total
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Alpine-pacific Holiday Park

Barnacle Bills

Barnacle Bills
Kaikoura
$100
per night
$230 total
includes taxes & fees
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Barnacle Bills

Lobster Inn Motel

Lobster Inn Motel
Kaikoura
$23 off
$105
per night
$242 total
includes taxes & fees
Lobster Inn Motel

Kaikoura Luxury Apartments

Kaikoura Luxury Apartments
Kaikoura
$58 off
$259
per night
$596 total
includes taxes & fees
Kaikoura Luxury Apartments

Mondello Kaikoura

Mondello Kaikoura
Kaikoura
$11 off
$98
per night
$112 total
includes taxes & fees
Mondello Kaikoura

Kaikoura Quality Suites

Kaikoura Quality Suites
Kaikoura
$9 off
$79
per night
$91 total
includes taxes & fees
Kaikoura Quality Suites

The Fairways Accommodation Kaikoura

The Fairways Accommodation Kaikoura
Kaikoura Flat
$12 off
$110
per night
$127 total
includes taxes & fees
The Fairways Accommodation Kaikoura

Alpine-pacific Holiday Park

Alpine-pacific Holiday Park
Kaikoura
$6 off
$51
per night
$58 total
includes taxes & fees
Alpine-pacific Holiday Park

Te Mahuru Retreat

Te Mahuru Retreat
Kaikoura Flat
$15 off
$134
per night
$154 total
includes taxes & fees
Te Mahuru Retreat

Alpine View Motel

Alpine View Motel
Kaikoura
$79
per night
$91 total
includes taxes & fees
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Alpine View Motel

Kaikōura TOP 10 Holiday Park

Kaikōura TOP 10 Holiday Park
Kaikoura
$6 off
$56
per night
$66 total
includes taxes & fees
Kaikōura TOP 10 Holiday Park

The White Morph - Heritage Collection

The White Morph - Heritage Collection
Kaikoura
$21 off
$192
per night
$221 total
includes taxes & fees
The White Morph - Heritage Collection

Bella Vista Motel Kaikoura

Bella Vista Motel Kaikoura
Kaikoura
$12 off
$106
per night
$122 total
includes taxes & fees
Bella Vista Motel Kaikoura

Kaikoura Luxury Apartments

Kaikoura Luxury Apartments
Kaikoura
$29 off
$259
per night
$298 total
includes taxes & fees
Kaikoura Luxury Apartments

Lobster Inn Motel

Lobster Inn Motel
Kaikoura
$27 off
$245
per night
$282 total
includes taxes & fees
Lobster Inn Motel

Ocean & Mountain Views 3-bedroom Home

Ocean & Mountain Views 3-bedroom Home
Kaikōura
$21 off
$186
per night
$213 total
includes taxes & fees
Ocean & Mountain Views 3-bedroom Home

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Mondello Kaikoura

Mondello Kaikoura
Kaikoura
$88
$101 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Mondello Kaikoura

Kaikōura TOP 10 Holiday Park

Kaikōura TOP 10 Holiday Park
Kaikoura
$52
$61 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Kaikōura TOP 10 Holiday Park

Alpine-pacific Holiday Park

Alpine-pacific Holiday Park
Kaikoura
$45
$51 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Alpine-pacific Holiday Park

The Fairways Accommodation Kaikoura

The Fairways Accommodation Kaikoura
Kaikoura Flat
$94
$108 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 3 - Oct 4
The Fairways Accommodation Kaikoura

Te Mahuru Retreat

Te Mahuru Retreat
Kaikoura Flat
$120
$138 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Te Mahuru Retreat

Dusky Lodge - Hostel

Dusky Lodge - Hostel
Kaikoura
$56
$64 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 14 - Oct 15
Dusky Lodge - Hostel
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You can also stay at family-friendly hotels in Kaikōura

Sudima Kaikoura

Sudima Kaikoura
Kaikoura
$102
$117 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 29 - Oct 30
Sudima Kaikoura

Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments

Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments
Kaikoura
$75
$87 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments

Kaikoura Quality Suites

Kaikoura Quality Suites
Kaikoura
$68
$79 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 22 - Oct 23
Kaikoura Quality Suites

Mondello Kaikoura

Mondello Kaikoura
Kaikoura
$88
$101 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Mondello Kaikoura

Kaikoura Beach Motel

Kaikoura Beach Motel
Kaikoura
$59
$68 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Kaikoura Beach Motel

Kaikoura Boutique Hotel

Kaikoura Boutique Hotel
Kaikoura
$96
$110 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 2 - Oct 3
Kaikoura Boutique Hotel

Lemon Tree Lodge

Lemon Tree Lodge
Kaikoura
$169
$194 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 7 - Oct 8
Lemon Tree Lodge

Bendamere House Bed & Breakfast

Bendamere House Bed & Breakfast
Kaikoura
$162
$186 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Bendamere House Bed & Breakfast

Te Mahuru Retreat

Te Mahuru Retreat
Kaikoura Flat
$120
$138 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Te Mahuru Retreat

Alpine-pacific Holiday Park

Alpine-pacific Holiday Park
Kaikoura
$45
$51 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Alpine-pacific Holiday Park
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Top neighborhoods in Kaikōura

South Bay

South Bay invites you to witness coastal magic where fur seals bask on dramatic rocky outcrops and whales migrate past viewing platforms. Stroll the Kaikōura Peninsula Walkway for breathtaking ocean panoramas or explore tide pools teeming with fascinating marine life. The pebbly beach and unspoiled shoreline offer authentic New Zealand coastal experiences away from crowds. Seafood lovers can savor fresh crayfish and blue cod at casual waterfront eateries. Choose from charming B&Bs or self-contained apartments with ocean views, most featuring outdoor decks and direct beach access. A rental car is essential as public transport is limited, though walking paths connect to the main township just 15 minutes away.

Kaikoura Flat

Kaikoura Flat gives you front-row seats to nature's greatest hits without the tourist crowds. The majestic Mount Fyffe towers over peaceful residential streets while Kaikoura Beach offers the perfect spot to scan for marine wildlife. Take morning walks along the shoreline or venture to nearby trails that wind through the Seaward Kaikoura Range. The area's vacation rentals and B&Bs typically come with stunning ocean or mountain views. You'll need a rental car to explore properly, as dining options require a quick 5-10 minute drive into Kaikoura township, where fresh seafood awaits. The quiet neighborhood vibe makes this spot perfect for stargazers and those seeking authentic coastal New Zealand.

Kaikoura Peninsula

Kaikoura Peninsula serves up the ultimate wildlife show right from its dramatic shorelines. Fur seals bask on rocky platforms while lucky visitors might spot whales and dolphins playing in the Pacific. The Peninsula Walkway winds through native flax and tussock grasslands with killer ocean views at every turn. Point Kean Seal Colony offers up-close encounters with New Zealand's furry locals without the crowds. Seafood is the star here, with restaurants dishing up fresh crayfish and green-lipped mussels just steps from where they're caught. Most accommodations are eco-lodges and boutique motels with wildlife observation decks. Getting around requires a car, but the well-maintained coastal tracks make exploring on foot a breeze.

Top landmarks in Kaikōura

Peninsula Walkway

9.4/10 (467 reviews)
Kaikoura Peninsula is home to Peninsula Walkway, so why not stop by during your stay in Kaikōura.
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Mount Fyffe

8.6/10 (98 reviews)
You might want to head out to Mount Fyffe for some fresh mountain air and a bird's-eye view of Kaikōura.
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Kaikoura Museum

9.0/10 (164 reviews)
The center of Kaikōura is home to cultural attractions like Kaikoura Museum, so you might want to stop by during your stay. If you want to experience more of the culture Kaikōura has to offer, head to Kaikoura Beach, Peninsula Walkway, and Kaikoura District Museum.
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Point Kean Seal Colony

9.2/10 (459 reviews)
If you're planning a bit of sightseeing head to Point Kean Seal Colony— just one of the monuments in Kaikoura Peninsula.
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Kaikoura District Museum

8.8/10 (87 reviews)
The center of Kaikōura is home to cultural attractions like Kaikoura District Museum, so you might want to stop by during your stay. If you want to experience more of the culture Kaikōura has to offer, head to Kaikoura Beach, Peninsula Walkway, and Kaikoura Museum.
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Fyffe House

8.2/10 (91 reviews)
If seeing the sights is on your list of things to do, head to Fyffe House— just one of the landmarks located 1.7 mi (2.8 km) from central Kaikōura.
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Lavendyl - Kaikoura Lavender Farm

Kaikoura Flat is home to Lavendyl - Kaikoura Lavender Farm, so why not stop by during your stay in Kaikōura.
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Kaikōura and related destinations

Admired for its mountains and seaside, Kaikōura features attractions such as Kaikoura Museum and Kaikoura Beach. This beachside city has something for everyone including sights like Peninsula Walkway and Mount Fyffe.

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Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments

Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments

10/10 Excellent
"Great view from upstairs apartment and the apartment had everything you could want Only drawback were the very steep stairs up to the apartment."
Linley 3-night trip
Posted 19 hours ago
Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments
Sierra Beachfront Motel

Sierra Beachfront Motel

8/10 Good
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Annette 2-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Sierra Beachfront Motel
Kaikoura Gateway Motor Lodge

Kaikoura Gateway Motor Lodge

10/10 Excellent
"Great location and good modern motel"
Stephen 2-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Kaikoura Gateway Motor Lodge
Mondello Kaikoura

Mondello Kaikoura

10/10 Excellent
"Loved my stay here, large space with a view of the snowy mountains and farm land. Comfy bed. Will be booking again."
Jeremy 1-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Mondello Kaikoura
Kaikoura Quality Suites

Kaikoura Quality Suites

10/10 Excellent
"Very nice Room with outdoor balcony, Heating is a small fan heater on wall, and the kitchen does not have a cooktop hob."
John 1-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
Kaikoura Quality Suites
Sudima Kaikoura

Sudima Kaikoura

10/10 Excellent
"It was a quiet, high quality one night stay in Kaikoura."
Stephen 1-night trip
Posted 6 days ago
Sudima Kaikoura
Kaikoura Motor Inn

Kaikoura Motor Inn

10/10 Excellent
"Very nice, clean, warm, shower was amazing!!!"
Paula 2-night trip
Posted 6 days ago
Kaikoura Motor Inn
Kaikoura Boutique Hotel

Kaikoura Boutique Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"John was incredibly helpful and hospitable. The location is fabulous and the room was beautifully appointed. We had a balcony overlooking the ocean."
Sandra 1-night trip
Posted 6 days ago
Kaikoura Boutique Hotel
Alpine-pacific Holiday Park

Alpine-pacific Holiday Park

10/10 Excellent
"Great place and very comfortable"
Georges 1-night trip
Posted 9 days ago
Alpine-pacific Holiday Park

Frequently asked questions

What accommodations do travelers recommend in Kaikōura?
Where can I find free parking at my hotel in Kaikōura?
These hotels offer the perk of free parking: Kaikoura Boutique Hotel and Kaikoura Motor Inn.
Can I book refundable hotels in Kaikōura?
If you need the flexibility to change your plans to Kaikōura, most hotels offer refundable* rates you can book. You can see these accommodations by searching our site and using the "fully refundable" filter to narrow down the results.
Where can I stay in Kaikōura if I'm looking for a cheap accommodation?
Sierra Beachfront Motel and The Pier Hotel are two accommodations you might want to consider that'll save you money. You may want to browse more choices on our site, including 13 motels.
Where can I stay in Kaikōura if I want a vacation home instead of a traditional hotel?
If you're looking for a good alternative to a hotel, review our selection of 59 vacation homes. You can also consider one of the 31 apartments or 11 cottages.
What will the weather in Kaikōura be like during my trip?
January and February are typically the warmest months in Kaikōura when the average temp is 62°F. July and August are the coldest months when the average temperature is 48°F. June and July are the months with the most rain.
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