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Bay Cottages

Bay Cottages

Bay Cottages
3.0 star property
South Bay
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (108)
"Hosts lovely. Clean, fresh, bright room - those were the winners! "
Australia
Diana
The price is 3.042.534 ₫
3.498.914 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
Bay Cottages
Family Apartment | Private kitchen | Fridge, coffee/tea maker
Willowbank Motel

Willowbank Motel

Willowbank Motel
2.5 star property
4.7 km from South Bay
7.8 out of 10, Good, (137)
"Was a great stay tidy warm close to supermarket enjoyed it "
Australia
Charlotte
The price is 3.055.762 ₫
3.514.126 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
20 Jan - 21 Jan 2026
Willowbank Motel
Premium Two Bedroom Suite | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Lobster Inn Motel

Lobster Inn Motel

Lobster Inn Motel
3.0 star property
3.9 km from South Bay
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (23)
"Excellent stay"
Australia
Anonymous traveller
The price is 2.584.668 ₫
2.972.368 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
19 Jan - 20 Jan 2026
Lobster Inn Motel
On the beach, beach shuttle, 12 beach bars
Alpine View Motel

Alpine View Motel

Alpine View Motel
3.0 star property
4.3 km from South Bay
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (540)
"Awesome clean place to stay, will be back "
Australia
Aporini
The price is 2.323.830 ₫
2.672.404 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Alpine View Motel
The Hartnell Room | Balcony
Bendamere House Bed & Breakfast

Bendamere House Bed & Breakfast

Bendamere House Bed & Breakfast
3.5 star property
2.4 km from South Bay
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (174)
"Fabulous view from the room. Immaculately clean room. Nice complimentary shortbread on arrival."
United Kingdom
Patricia
The price is 4.347.300 ₫
4.999.395 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
15 Jan - 16 Jan 2026
Bendamere House Bed & Breakfast
Double Room (Room 3) | Premium bedding, down duvets, individually decorated
Te Mahuru Retreat

Te Mahuru Retreat

Te Mahuru Retreat
3.5 star property
Kaikoura Flat, 6.7 km from South Bay
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (151)
"Fantastic property and amazing hosts."
Canada
Colette
The price is 3.068.851 ₫
3.529.186 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
Te Mahuru Retreat
Colonial Wagon + Sleep Out | View from room
Wacky Stays

Wacky Stays

Wacky Stays
2.5 star property
Kaikoura Flat, 6.1 km from South Bay
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (79)
"Pet friendly"
Australia
Desley
The price is 2.740.729 ₫
3.606.382 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Wacky Stays
Indoor spa tub
Kaikōura TOP 10 Holiday Park

Kaikōura TOP 10 Holiday Park

Kaikōura TOP 10 Holiday Park
3.0 star property
3.2 km from South Bay
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (329)
"It was a great stay."
Australia
Grady
The price is 1.784.270 ₫
2.087.820 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Kaikōura TOP 10 Holiday Park
Hiking
Kaikoura Seaside Lodge

Kaikoura Seaside Lodge

Kaikoura Seaside Lodge
2.0 star property
1.5 km from South Bay
7.4 out of 10, Good, (10)
"Fantastic views from front rooms and good value. Was a fair way out from town but still walkable and close to the fantastic Pier Hotel."
Australia
Moragh
The price is 1.702.496 ₫
1.957.870 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
7 Jan - 8 Jan 2026
Kaikoura Seaside Lodge
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The Fairways Accommodation Kaikoura

The Fairways Accommodation Kaikoura

The Fairways Accommodation Kaikoura
3.5 star property
Kaikoura Flat, 3.4 km from South Bay
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (412)
"Comfortable stay, friendly staff, clean, quiet, comfortable"
Australia
Blair
The price is 2.860.922 ₫
3.290.060 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
19 Jan - 20 Jan 2026
The Fairways Accommodation Kaikoura
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Blue Seas Motel

Blue Seas Motel

Blue Seas Motel
3.5 star property
1.4 km from South Bay
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (75)
"Kitchen was fully equiped and clean. Clean bathroom/toilet."
Australia
Katherine
Blue Seas Motel
Premium Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Terrace/patio
Kaikoura Luxury Apartments

Kaikoura Luxury Apartments

Kaikoura Luxury Apartments
5.0 star property
1.9 km from South Bay
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (43)
"Kitchen fully equipped with our cooking needs. Furniture comfortable, security good, parking excellent (undercover). Walking distance to main shopping area & short drive to supermarkets. The view to the ocean & mountains (snow-capped) was fantastic."
United States
Terry
The price is 7.364.063 ₫
8.468.673 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Kaikoura Luxury Apartments
Seasonal outdoor pool
Kaikoura Gateway Motor Lodge

Kaikoura Gateway Motor Lodge

Kaikoura Gateway Motor Lodge
4.5 star property
2.4 km from South Bay
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (571)
"Always lovely to stay here. Clean facilities and friendly staff"
Australia
Blair
The price is 2.500.169 ₫
2.875.194 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
14 Jan - 15 Jan 2026
Kaikoura Gateway Motor Lodge
Hair dryer, bathrobes, slippers, towels
Hapuku Lodge & Tree Houses

Hapuku Lodge & Tree Houses

Hapuku Lodge & Tree Houses
5.0 star property
13.2 km from South Bay
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (5)
"Absolutely unforgettable stay from start to finish. The staff were amazing, the grounds are unreal and the pool was divine. What a fantastic place, I wish it was closer to my home so I could come back regularly!"
United Kingdom
Kate
The price is 24.542.487 ₫
28.223.860 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
20 Jan - 21 Jan 2026
Hapuku Lodge & Tree Houses
Calla Lily | View from room
Lemon Tree Lodge

Lemon Tree Lodge

Lemon Tree Lodge
3.5 star property
2.5 km from South Bay
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (46)
"Friendly staff. Beautiful sea view. Well equipped. Comfortable stay. "
United States
Kit Yee Karen
The price is 4.884.712 ₫
5.617.502 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Lemon Tree Lodge
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Koura Bay Resort

Koura Bay Resort

Koura Bay Resort
3.5 star property
10.1 km from South Bay
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (92)
"Able to arrive after hours no problem and enjoyed 9 holes of golf this morning before we left"
Australia
Wade
The price is 2.777.965 ₫
3.194.660 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Koura Bay Resort
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; pool views
Dusky Lodge - Hostel

Dusky Lodge - Hostel

Dusky Lodge - Hostel
2.0 star property
3.4 km from South Bay
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (217)
"Kind staff and good room . Please announcement for use swimming pool for summer only "
Australia
Asrul aziz
The price is 1.818.979 ₫
2.091.742 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
25 Dec - 26 Dec
Dusky Lodge - Hostel
Comfort Suite, 1 King Bed, Mountain View | Terrace/patio
Kaikoura Motor Inn

Kaikoura Motor Inn

Kaikoura Motor Inn
2.0 star property
4.9 km from South Bay
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (507)
"Staff very friendly. Very clean rooms, great part of town ,great price."
Australia
Karen
The price is 3.730.411 ₫
4.289.973 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026
Kaikoura Motor Inn
Deluxe Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Ocean View | Terrace/patio
Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments

Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments

Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments
3.0 star property
1.7 km from South Bay
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (581)
"Great stay "
Canada
Meghan
The price is 3.622.744 ₫
4.166.163 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan 2026
Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments
Terrace/patio
The White Morph - Heritage Collection

The White Morph - Heritage Collection

The White Morph - Heritage Collection
4.5 star property
1.4 km from South Bay
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (627)
"Location was perfect. The host at desk was incredible. "
United States
Todd
The price is 3.767.660 ₫
4.332.809 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
The White Morph - Heritage Collection
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Where to stay in South Bay

Find the best South Bay areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Kaikoura Flat

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

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Open Photo by Brent Manning

Kaikoura Peninsula

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

Top South Bay Hotel Reviews

Kaikoura Boutique Hotel

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."
Kevin 1-night trip
Posted 7 days ago
Kaikoura Boutique Hotel
Kaikōura TOP 10 Holiday Park

Kaikōura TOP 10 Holiday Park

10/10 Excellent
"Clean room, lovely clean sheets & comfortable bed. Room comes equipped with kitchenware, cutlery, & dish towels. Nice tv in the room with lots of viewing options. The Camp Staff are all wonderful!! Very friendly & accommodating."
CJ 2-night trip
Posted 2 weeks ago
Kaikōura TOP 10 Holiday Park

Frequently asked questions

What is South Bay like?
Travellers will be sure to enjoy their time in Kaikōura's South Bay neighbourhood.
How many hotels will I find in South Bay?
When you want to put your feet up after a day of exploring the sights in Kaikōura, you can choose from 13 Expedia hotels and other accommodation options in South Bay.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in South Bay, will I receive a refund?
Yes, most hotel room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view top deals in South Bay.
What is there to do in this Kaikōura neighbourhood?
Fyffe House, Peninsula Walkway and Point Kean Seal Colony are just a few of the places to visit in and around South Bay. When you're sightseeing in Kaikōura, Kaikoura District Museum and Kaikoura Museum are also worth a stop.