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1. Kaikoura Quality Suites

Kaikoura Quality Suites
Kaikoura
Australia
Jennifer
1.873.220 ₫
2.154.280 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Kaikoura Quality Suites

2. Alpine View Motel

Alpine View Motel
Kaikoura
Australia
Daniel
1.812.838 ₫
2.084.787 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
13 Aug - 14 Aug
Alpine View Motel

3. Bendamere House Bed & Breakfast

Bendamere House Bed & Breakfast
Kaikoura
United States
Helen
4.162.860 ₫
4.787.289 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Bendamere House Bed & Breakfast

4. Kaikoura Gateway Motor Lodge

Kaikoura Gateway Motor Lodge
Kaikoura
Australia
Paul
1.921.556 ₫
2.209.874 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Kaikoura Gateway Motor Lodge

5. Mondello Kaikoura

Mondello Kaikoura
Kaikoura
United States
HARDIK
1.762.098 ₫
2.026.413 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
11 Aug - 12 Aug
Mondello Kaikoura

6. The Peninsula Kaikoura

The Peninsula Kaikoura
Kaikoura
Australia
Greg
2.390.247 ₫
2.748.830 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
11 Aug - 12 Aug
The Peninsula Kaikoura

7. Kaikoura Motor Inn

Kaikoura Motor Inn
Kaikoura
New Zealand
Ralph
1.631.561 ₫
1.876.295 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
11 Aug - 12 Aug
Kaikoura Motor Inn

8. The White Morph - Heritage Collection

The White Morph - Heritage Collection
Kaikoura
Canada
Monique
2.538.002 ₫
2.918.702 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
11 Aug - 12 Aug
The White Morph - Heritage Collection

9. The Fairways Accommodation Kaikoura

The Fairways Accommodation Kaikoura
Kaikoura Flat
Australia
ANNETTE
2.514.490 ₫
2.891.664 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
The Fairways Accommodation Kaikoura

10. Kaikoura Beach Motel

Kaikoura Beach Motel
Kaikoura
Australia
Kellie-ann
1.624.858 ₫
1.868.587 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
11 Aug - 12 Aug
Kaikoura Beach Motel

11. Kaikōura TOP 10 Holiday Park

Kaikōura TOP 10 Holiday Park
Kaikoura
United Kingdom
Mark
1.658.161 ₫
1.954.557 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug
Kaikōura TOP 10 Holiday Park

12. Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments

Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments
Kaikoura
Australia
Simon
2.229.144 ₫
2.563.516 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
11 Aug - 12 Aug
Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments

13. Sudima Kaikoura

Sudima Kaikoura
Kaikoura
Australia
Maree
2.405.059 ₫
2.765.818 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
Sudima Kaikoura

14. Kaikoura Boutique Hotel

Kaikoura Boutique Hotel
Kaikoura
Australia
Mr. Glen
2.630.390 ₫
3.024.949 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
13 Aug - 14 Aug
Kaikoura Boutique Hotel

15. Lobster Inn Motel

Lobster Inn Motel
Kaikoura
Australia
Jim
2.284.202 ₫
2.626.832 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
3 Sept - 4 Sept
Lobster Inn Motel

16. Alpine-pacific Holiday Park

Alpine-pacific Holiday Park
Kaikoura
Australia
Mary-Angela
1.220.658 ₫
1.403.757 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
27 Aug - 28 Aug
Alpine-pacific Holiday Park

17. Sierra Beachfront Motel

Sierra Beachfront Motel
Kaikoura
Australia
Sharon
1.678.572 ₫
1.930.358 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Sierra Beachfront Motel

18. Kaikoura Luxury Apartments

Kaikoura Luxury Apartments
Kaikoura
United States
Alfred
3.988.275 ₫
4.586.532 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
13 Aug - 14 Aug
Kaikoura Luxury Apartments

19. Bella Vista Motel Kaikoura

Bella Vista Motel Kaikoura
Kaikoura
Australia
MAYRA
1.824.884 ₫
2.098.686 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Bella Vista Motel Kaikoura

20. Te Mahuru Retreat

Te Mahuru Retreat
Kaikoura Flat
Australia
Karen
2.202.285 ₫
2.532.628 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
11 Aug - 12 Aug
Te Mahuru Retreat
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Where to stay in Kaikōura

Find the best Kaikōura areas for the activities you enjoy most.

South Bay

South Bay in Kaikōura captivates visitors with its dramatic coastal scenery. Rocky outcrops host basking fur seals while the Peninsula Walkway reveals migrating whales. The tranquil area blends authentic Kiwi coastal living with natural wonders. Explore tide pools teeming with marine life along the pebbly beach. The backdrop of snow-capped Seaward Kaikōura Range creates stunning contrasts against the Pacific Ocean. Most visitors enjoy wildlife photography or peaceful walks along uncrowded coastal paths.

Kaikoura Flat

Kaikoura Flat offers a breathtaking coastal retreat where dramatic mountains meet the Pacific Ocean. This peaceful residential area serves as the perfect base for marine wildlife adventures like whale watching and dolphin swimming. Mount Fyffe creates a stunning backdrop against the rugged shoreline. The area features quiet streets lined with traditional Kiwi homes and native gardens. Travellers can easily access Kaikoura Beach for scenic walks or venture to nearby Fyffe View Ranch Adventure Park. The natural setting provides an authentic slice of New Zealand coastal living away from urban crowds.

Kaikoura Peninsula

This coastal peninsula dazzles with dramatic shorelines where wildlife encounters happen right before your eyes. Spot playful seals basking on rocky platforms or catch glimpses of whales and dolphins from scenic lookouts. Walking paths wind through native flax and tussock grasslands, revealing panoramic ocean vistas at every turn. The Peninsula Walkway offers the perfect introduction to Kaikoura's natural wonders. Fresh seafood restaurants specialise in local crayfish and green-lipped mussels. Most accommodation feature ocean views and wildlife observation decks where you can enjoy the constant melody of waves and seabirds.

Stay near popular Kaikōura attractions

Peninsula Walkway

9.4/10 (467 reviews)
This coastal path winds along dramatic cliffs where fur seals bask on rocky outcrops below. Walk the full loop for spectacular views of both the Pacific Ocean and snow-capped Seaward Kaikōura Range.
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Mount Fyffe

8.6/10 (98 reviews)
Mount Fyffe rewards hikers with panoramic views where snow-capped mountains meet the ocean. The 1,602-meter summit offers a challenging climb and an 8-bunk hut for those wanting to experience sunrise vistas.
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Point Kean Seal Colony

9.2/10 (459 reviews)
Observe New Zealand fur seals lounging just metres away on the rocky shores of Point Kean. The colony offers an intimate wildlife encounter against the dramatic backdrop of Kaikōura's rugged coastline.
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Kaikoura Museum

9.0/10 (164 reviews)
The Kaikoura Museum showcases the region's natural history, Māori culture, and the 2016 earthquake. View the impressive whale skeleton and interactive exhibits that bring this coastal community's storey to life.
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Kaikoura District Museum

8.8/10 (87 reviews)
Housed in the distinctive 'craypot' building, Kaikoura Museum chronicles the region's Māori heritage and whaling history. Explore fascinating fossils and historical artefacts while immersed in gentle ocean soundscapes.
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Fyffe House

8.2/10 (91 reviews)
Kaikōura's oldest building stands on whale vertebrae foundations, offering a glimpse into NZ's whaling past. Tour well-preserved rooms with colonial artefacts and enjoy the coastal garden setting.
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Kaikōura and related destinations

Whale watching boats depart daily to spot sperm whales, dolphins, and fur seals in Kaikōura's nutrient-rich waters. Seafood lovers shouldn't miss the famous crayfish sold from roadside caravans along the scenic coastal highway.

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Top Kaikōura Hotel Reviews

Mondello Kaikoura

Mondello Kaikoura

8/10 Good
"Clean and quiet. The bed was very comfortable. My only complaint was that there was not a normal frying pan."
Jacqueline 2-night trip
Posted 20 hours ago
Mondello Kaikoura
Kaikoura Beach Motel

Kaikoura Beach Motel

10/10 Excellent
"Had to check in late, the staff made it easy and had good communication."
Georgia 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Kaikoura Beach Motel
Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments

Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments

10/10 Excellent
"balcony and view was amazing"
Deborah 1-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments
Bella Vista Motel Kaikoura

Bella Vista Motel Kaikoura

10/10 Excellent
"It was such a good stopover on my way to Queenstown it broke the trip up perfectly and it was clean and comfortable"
Taonga 1-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
Bella Vista Motel Kaikoura
Alpine-pacific Holiday Park

Alpine-pacific Holiday Park

10/10 Excellent
"I highly recommend Alpine pacific as a solo traveller. It’s affordable, clean and has friendly staff. There is a large section in the centre of the property with bathrooms and showers that were tidy and clean, as well as a laundry room and kitchen (if you’re planning to cook I recommend bringing your own cutlery and pans etc as there is a bit of a lack of it). When I arrived my room I booked online was a suite more suited to if you have your own caravan and I asked the girl at the reception if I could change it and it was no issue at all, she was very straight forward and helpful. The ensuite room I had was warm and tidy when I arrived. The bathroom is a decent size as well. There were also electric blankets on the bed which were very pleasant. The property is about a 10 minute walk to the town centre but it’s a very simple and flat walk. It’s inbetween a BP & Night n day so you have easy access to snacks as well. I’d definitely return here for any future stays I highly enjoyed my time here. My favourite part was listening to the crashing waves of the beach as I fell asleep."
Trevor 6-night trip
Posted 5 days ago
Alpine-pacific Holiday Park
The White Morph - Heritage Collection

The White Morph - Heritage Collection

10/10 Excellent
"Easy check in. Very friendly and helpful staff/owner. Clean and tidy. Comfortable. Walk into town centre. Nice location. Coin operated Laundry available was a plus."
John 2-night trip
Posted 9 days ago
The White Morph - Heritage Collection
The Fairways Accommodation Kaikoura

The Fairways Accommodation Kaikoura

10/10 Excellent
"The room was excellent. Staff were very friendly and helpful"
ANNETTE 2-night trip
Posted 13 days ago
The Fairways Accommodation Kaikoura
Kaikoura Quality Suites

Kaikoura Quality Suites

10/10 Excellent
"I was stuck during the jairkours Floods and the owner was so lovely and helpful And looked after us all huge thank you"
Spencer 1-night trip
Posted 2 weeks ago
Kaikoura Quality Suites
Kaikoura Luxury Apartments

Kaikoura Luxury Apartments

8/10 Good
"Lives up to its name!"
Alfred 1-night trip
Posted 1 month ago
Kaikoura Luxury Apartments

More cheap stays in Kaikōura

Dusky Lodge - Hostel

Dusky Lodge - Hostel

67 Beach Road Kaikoura
584.976 ₫
672.691 ₫ total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
8/10 Very good! (230 reviews)
Dusky Lodge - Hostel
Kaikoura Seaside Lodge

Kaikoura Seaside Lodge

268 Esplanade Kaikoura Canterbury
1.196.486 ₫
1.375.959 ₫ total
12 Aug - 13 Aug
includes taxes & fees
7/10 Good! (14 reviews)
Kaikoura Seaside Lodge
Kaikoura Beach Motel

Kaikoura Beach Motel

124 Esplanade Kaikoura Canterbury
1.624.858 ₫
1.868.587 ₫ total
11 Aug - 12 Aug
includes taxes & fees
9/10 Wonderful! (447 reviews)
Kaikoura Beach Motel
Kaikoura Motor Inn

Kaikoura Motor Inn

205 Beach Road Kaikoura
1.631.561 ₫
1.876.295 ₫ total
11 Aug - 12 Aug
includes taxes & fees
8.4/10 Very good! (534 reviews)
Kaikoura Motor Inn
Sierra Beachfront Motel

Sierra Beachfront Motel

160 Esplanade Kaikoura
1.678.572 ₫
1.930.358 ₫ total
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
8.2/10 Very good! (282 reviews)
Sierra Beachfront Motel
Willowbank Motel

Willowbank Motel

183 Beach Road Kaikoura
2.961.002 ₫
3.405.152 ₫ total
11 Aug - 12 Aug
includes taxes & fees
7.8/10 Good! (141 reviews)
Willowbank Motel

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Frequently asked questions

What's the seasonal weather in Kaikōura?
The hottest months are usually January and February, with an average temperature of 17°C, while the coldest months are July and August, with an average of 9°C. Average annual precipitation for Kaikōura is 1045 mm.

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