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Hotels in Kaikōura
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Bay Cottages
Bay Cottages
3.0 star property
South Bay
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (108)
9.0/10
Wonderful
(108)
The price is $111
$111
$127 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 19 - Dec 20
Te Mahuru Retreat
Te Mahuru Retreat
3.5 star property
Kaikoura Flat
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (151)
9.6/10
Exceptional
(151)
The price is $122
$122
$141 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 23 - Dec 24
Barnacle Bills
Barnacle Bills
3.5 star property
Kaikoura
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (18)
9.8/10
Exceptional
(18)
Wacky Stays
Wacky Stays
2.5 star property
Kaikoura Flat
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (79)
9.0/10
Wonderful
(79)
The price is $104
$104
$137 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 15 - Jan 16, 2026
Bendamere House Bed & Breakfast
Bendamere House Bed & Breakfast
3.5 star property
Kaikoura
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (173)
9.8/10
Exceptional
(173)
The price is $161
$161
$185 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 23 - Dec 24
The Fairways Accommodation Kaikoura
The Fairways Accommodation Kaikoura
3.5 star property
Kaikoura Flat
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (412)
9.6/10
Exceptional
(412)
The price is $99
$99
$114 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 19 - Dec 20
Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments
Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments
3.0 star property
Kaikoura
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (580)
9.4/10
Exceptional
(580)
The price is $138
$138
$159 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 12 - Jan 13, 2026
Kaikoura Boutique Hotel
Kaikoura Boutique Hotel
4.5 star property
Kaikoura
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (348)
9.0/10
Wonderful
(348)
The price is $273
$273
$314 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 2 - Jan 3, 2026
The White Morph - Heritage Collection
The White Morph - Heritage Collection
4.5 star property
Kaikoura
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (627)
9.0/10
Wonderful
(627)
The price is $143
$143
$165 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 21 - Dec 22
Sudima Kaikoura
Sudima Kaikoura
5.0 star property
Kaikoura
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (449)
9.4/10
Exceptional
(449)
The price is $105
$105
$120 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 23 - Dec 24
Lemon Tree Lodge
Lemon Tree Lodge
3.5 star property
Kaikoura
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (46)
9.4/10
Exceptional
(46)
The price is $186
$186
$214 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 21 - Dec 22
Mondello Kaikoura
Mondello Kaikoura
3.0 star property
Kaikoura
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (403)
9.4/10
Exceptional
(403)
The price is $105
$105
$121 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 20 - Dec 21
Kaikoura Motor Inn
Kaikoura Motor Inn
2.0 star property
Kaikoura
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (507)
8.4/10
Very Good
(507)
The price is $76
$76
$88 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 19 - Dec 20
Blue Seas Motel
Blue Seas Motel
3.5 star property
Kaikoura
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (75)
9.0/10
Wonderful
(75)
The price is $108
$108
$124 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 24 - Dec 25
Inn the Bay Bed & Breakfast
Inn the Bay Bed & Breakfast
4.0 star property
Kaikoura
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (67)
10/10
Exceptional
(67)
The price is $130
$130
$150 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 19 - Dec 20
Bella Vista Motel Kaikoura
Bella Vista Motel Kaikoura
4.0 star property
Kaikoura
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (301)
8.6/10
Excellent
(301)
The price is $100
$100
$115 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 19 - Dec 20
Kaikōura TOP 10 Holiday Park
Kaikōura TOP 10 Holiday Park
3.0 star property
Kaikoura
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (329)
8.8/10
Excellent
(329)
Kaikoura Luxury Apartments
Kaikoura Luxury Apartments
5.0 star property
Kaikoura
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (43)
9.6/10
Exceptional
(43)
The price is $307
$307
$353 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 24 - Dec 25
Ocean & Mountain Views 3-bedroom Home
Ocean & Mountain Views 3-bedroom Home
3.0 star property
Kaikōura
The price is $201
$201
$231 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 20 - Dec 21
Sierra Beachfront Motel
Sierra Beachfront Motel
2.5 star property
Kaikoura
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (264)
8.2/10
Very Good
(264)
The price is $80
$80
$93 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 21 - Dec 22
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.
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.
Budget hotels in Kaikōura and vicinity
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (217)
8.0/10
Very Good
(217)
The price is $55
$55
$64 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 20 - Dec 21
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (329)
8.8/10
Excellent
(329)
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (433)
8.6/10
Excellent
(433)
The price is $69
$69
$80 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 24 - Dec 25
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (507)
8.4/10
Very Good
(507)
The price is $76
$76
$88 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 19 - Dec 20
7.4 out of 10, Good, (10)
7.4/10
Good
(10)
The price is $65
$65
$74 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 15 - Jan 16, 2026
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (264)
8.2/10
Very Good
(264)
The price is $80
$80
$93 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 21 - Dec 22
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (405)
8.8/10
Excellent
(405)
The price is $110
$110
$127 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 13 - Jan 14, 2026
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (539)
8.6/10
Excellent
(539)
The price is $92
$92
$106 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 20 - Dec 21
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (571)
9.0/10
Wonderful
(571)
The price is $95
$95
$109 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 14 - Jan 15, 2026
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (23)
8.8/10
Excellent
(23)
The price is $99
$99
$113 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 21 - Dec 22
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (75)
9.0/10
Wonderful
(75)
The price is $108
$108
$124 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 24 - Dec 25
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (170)
9.2/10
Wonderful
(170)
The price is $95
$95
$109 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 11 - Jan 12, 2026
The Fairways Accommodation Kaikoura
The Fairways Accommodation Kaikoura3.5 star property
Kaikoura Flat
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (412)
9.6/10
Exceptional
(412)
The price is $99
$99
$114 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 19 - Dec 20
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (92)
9.4/10
Exceptional
(92)
The price is $106
$106
$121 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 21 - Dec 22
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (379)
9.2/10
Wonderful
(379)
The price is $100
$100
$115 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 6 - Jan 7, 2026
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (403)
9.4/10
Exceptional
(403)
The price is $105
$105
$121 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 20 - Dec 21
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (301)
8.6/10
Excellent
(301)
The price is $100
$100
$115 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 19 - Dec 20
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (108)
9.0/10
Wonderful
(108)
The price is $111
$111
$127 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 19 - Dec 20
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (449)
9.4/10
Exceptional
(449)
The price is $105
$105
$120 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 23 - Dec 24
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (79)
9.0/10
Wonderful
(79)
The price is $104
$104
$137 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 15 - Jan 16, 2026
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.
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.
Check out hotels with an ocean view in Kaikōura
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (580)
9.4/10
Exceptional
(580)
The price is $138
$138
$159 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 12 - Jan 13, 2026
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (379)
9.2/10
Wonderful
(379)
The price is $100
$100
$115 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 6 - Jan 7, 2026
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (348)
9.0/10
Wonderful
(348)
The price is $273
$273
$314 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 2 - Jan 3, 2026
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (627)
9.0/10
Wonderful
(627)
The price is $143
$143
$165 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 21 - Dec 22
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (18)
9.8/10
Exceptional
(18)
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (46)
9.4/10
Exceptional
(46)
The price is $186
$186
$214 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 21 - Dec 22
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (108)
9.0/10
Wonderful
(108)
The price is $111
$111
$127 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 19 - Dec 20
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (173)
9.8/10
Exceptional
(173)
The price is $161
$161
$185 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 23 - Dec 24
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (405)
8.8/10
Excellent
(405)
The price is $110
$110
$127 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 13 - Jan 14, 2026
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (43)
9.6/10
Exceptional
(43)
The price is $307
$307
$353 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 24 - Dec 25
You can also stay at hotels with a pool in Kaikōura
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (449)
9.4/10
Exceptional
(449)
The price is $105
$105
$120 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 23 - Dec 24
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (329)
8.8/10
Excellent
(329)
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (433)
8.6/10
Excellent
(433)
The price is $69
$69
$80 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 24 - Dec 25
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (571)
9.0/10
Wonderful
(571)
The price is $95
$95
$109 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 14 - Jan 15, 2026
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (217)
8.0/10
Very Good
(217)
The price is $55
$55
$64 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 20 - Dec 21
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.
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.
When is the best time to visit Kaikōura?
When is the best time to visit Kaikōura?Our prices for hotels in Kaikōura are cheapest in July
When is the best time to visit Kaikōura?
When is the best time to visit Kaikōura?
Our prices for hotels in Kaikōura are cheapest in July
Price trends for hotels in Kaikōura
Pricing is based on two traveler single night rates
Currently viewing crowd sizes and weather for December.
Typical weather for Kaikōura
December
High crowds
High 19°C / low 13°C. Sunny most days.
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December, High crowds, average high temperature 19 degrees Celsius, average low temperature 13 degrees Celsius. Sunny most days.
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May, Low crowds, average high temperature 14 degrees Celsius, average low temperature 9 degrees Celsius. Sunny most days.
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October, Moderate crowds, average high temperature 15 degrees Celsius, average low temperature 9 degrees Celsius. Sunny most days.
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November, Moderate crowds, average high temperature 17 degrees Celsius, average low temperature 11 degrees Celsius. Sunny most days.
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Top neighborhoods in Kaikōura
Kaikoura Flat
Kaikōura's Kaikoura Flat neighborhood is home to attractions such as Mount Fyffe and Kaikoura Beach.
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Open Photo by Brent Manning
Photo by Brent Manning
Open Photo by Brent Manning
Photo by Brent Manning
Open Photo by Brent Manning
Photo by Brent Manning
Open Photo by Brent Manning
Photo by Brent Manning
Open Photo by Brent Manning
Kaikoura Peninsula
Kaikōura's Kaikoura Peninsula neighborhood has a host of places to visit such as Peninsula Walkway and Point Kean Seal Colony.
Top landmarks in Kaikōura
Kaikoura District Museum
4.4/5 (54 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 Point Kean Seal Colony.
Kaikōura and related destinations
Admired for its mountains and seaside, Kaikōura features attractions such as Kaikoura Beach and Peninsula Walkway. This beachside city has something for everyone including sights like Point Kean Seal Colony and Mount Fyffe.
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Check out reviews of Kaikōura hotels guests love
Alpine View Motel
10/10 Excellent
"Friendly helpful staff, lovely homely motel with beach access, would have loved to stay longer."
Kaikoura Quality Suites
10/10 Excellent
"Nice room nice staff, easy parking. All good"
The White Morph - Heritage Collection
10/10 Excellent
"Location was perfect. The host at desk was incredible. "
Kaikoura Beach Motel
10/10 Excellent
"Great location, staff and spacious accommodation "
Kaikoura Boutique Hotel
10/10 Excellent
"Lovely, well-maintained place in a great location. We really enjoyed our stay, and the hosts were very accommodating."
The Fairways Accommodation Kaikoura
10/10 Excellent
"Very nice staff, clean spacious room,walk in shower."
Kaikoura Gateway Motor Lodge
10/10 Excellent
"Always lovely to stay here. Clean facilities and friendly staff"
Blue Seas Motel
10/10 Excellent
"Lovely host, beautiful location, perfect room for us to rest and relax.
We loved it. "
Sudima Kaikoura
10/10 Excellent
"Our 3-night stay at Sudima Kaikoura was initially off to a rocky start. We had earlier informed the hotel that we would be celebrating our 10th wedding anniversary but there were no special arrangements made. As we settled in to wind down for the night, we were disappointed that the in-room TV was faulty. Duty Manager Adil personally came to try to rectify the issue. Upon finding it unfixable without further disturbing our rest, he offered us a new room with an ocean view.
Adil also saw to our requests with speed, initiative and demonstrated professional excellence when he greeted me by name.
We are grateful that Adil repeatedly went the extra mile for us. As such, we will reminisce our stay at Sudima Kaikoura with fondness."
Frequently asked questions
What accommodations do travelers recommend in Kaikōura?
Inn the Bay Bed & Breakfast, Bendamere House Bed & Breakfast and Lemon Tree Lodge are all properties that our guests really like.
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 is an accommodation 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 30 apartments or 9 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.
Why should I book my Kaikōura accommodation with Hotels.com?
There are lots of reasons to book your Kaikōura trip with us: our free cancellations on selected hotels gives you flexibility, and with One Key™, our rewards program, you will be able to earn and use OneKeyCash™* on all eligible bookings such as hotels, car rentals, flights, vacation rentals and more on Hotels.com, Expedia and Vrbo.