Kaikoura Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Photo provided by Brent Manning
Photo provided by Brent Manning

Where to stay in Kaikoura

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South Bay

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

South Bay
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Kaikoura Flat

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

Kaikoura Flat
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Kaikoura Peninsula

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

Kaikoura Peninsula
Alpine-pacific Holiday Park
Alpine-pacific Holiday Park
3 out of 5
69 Beach Road, Kaikoura
The price is 1.170.915 ₫ per night from 22 Jul to 23 Jul
1.170.915 ₫
per night
22 Jul - 23 Jul
Stay at this 3-star holiday park in Kaikoura. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (350 reviews)
"The spa pools were amazing!"

Reviewed on 10 Jun 2024

Alpine-pacific Holiday Park
Sudima Kaikoura
Sudima Kaikoura
4.5 out of 5
Esplanade, 114, Kaikoura, Canterbury
The price is 2.641.221 ₫ per night from 23 Jul to 24 Jul
2.641.221 ₫
per night
23 Jul - 24 Jul
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Kaikoura. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (164 reviews)
"Very nice hotel. Service was fantastic. Restaurant was very good. Would stay again."

Reviewed on 23 Jun 2024

Sudima Kaikoura
Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments
Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments
3 out of 5
126 Esplanade, Kaikoura, Canterbury
The price is 2.080.424 ₫ per night from 2 Jul to 3 Jul
2.080.424 ₫
per night
2 Jul - 3 Jul
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Kaikoura. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and premium TV channels. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (394 reviews)
Amazing stay
"Our unit was on the ground floor, and the patio was gated which was really nice for the young kids. The unit was very comfortable, warm and adequately equipped. The two bedrooms were separated by a large clean bathroom which had good amenities. We were surprised to find a washer dryer in one of the ..."

Reviewed on 20 Jun 2024

Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments
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Blue Seas Motels Kaikoura
Blue Seas Motels Kaikoura
3.5 out of 5
222 Esplanade, Kaikoura
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Kaikoura. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge) and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (47 reviews)
"It’s probably not the fanciest in town but it’s so warm, directly across from non-built up beach (so you get beautiful dark skies). It’s clean and comfy as. Really lovely front of house. I’ll come back!"

Reviewed on 23 Jun 2024

Blue Seas Motels Kaikoura
The Fairways Luxury Accommodation Kaikoura
The Fairways Luxury Accommodation Kaikoura
3.5 out of 5
1 Kersage Drive - Ocean Ridge, Kaikoura
Stay at this 3.5-star beach aparthotel in Kaikoura. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Popular attractions Kaikoura Golf Club and Kaikoura District ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (335 reviews)
Excellent!!
"Everything was wonderful. The studio 6 was clean and cozy, which we really liked. I will definitely come back next time. Also, the host was very kind. I am sorry and grateful for understanding my small mistakes. I hope your business thrives and I look forward to seeing you again."

Reviewed on 3 Jun 2024

The Fairways Luxury Accommodation Kaikoura
Kaikoura Luxury Apartments
Kaikoura Luxury Apartments
5 out of 5
78 Esplanade, Kaikoura, Canterbury
Stay at this 5-star luxury apartment in Kaikoura. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Kaikoura Museum and Kaikoura District ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (31 reviews)
"We loved our stay. The apartment has everything you need and a wonderful view. Helpful and nice staff. Thank you."

Reviewed on 21 Apr 2024

Kaikoura Luxury Apartments
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Popular places to visit

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Peninsula Walkway

4.5/5(10 reviews)

You can take time to visit Peninsula Walkway during your travels to Kaikoura. Wander the seaside or discover the area's mountain views.

Peninsula Walkway
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Point Kean Seal Colony

4.5/5(11 reviews)

Find out about the history of Kaikoura with a stop at Point Kean Seal Colony. Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's mountain views.

Point Kean Seal Colony
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Mount Fyffe

Explore the great outdoors at Mount Fyffe and enjoy the mountain views during your trip to Kaikoura. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

Mount Fyffe
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Fyffe House

You can learn about the history of Kaikoura with a trip to Fyffe House. Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's mountain views.

Fyffe House
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Kaikoura District Museum

4/5(3 reviews)

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Kaikoura District Museum during your trip to Kaikoura. Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's mountain views.

Kaikoura District Museum
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Fyffe View Ranch Adventure Park

Enjoy an outing to Fyffe View Ranch Adventure Park during your stay in Kaikoura. Wander the seaside or discover the area's mountain views.

Fyffe View Ranch Adventure Park

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