THE 10 BEST Hotels in Kaikoura 2024
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Motel
LWilson908
@LWilson908
Reviewed on May 4, 2021
This is our Go To now
"Then you get the view from our spotless, comfortable Room... overlooking the water and the beautiful sunrise - wish we could have stayed longer which is why we will return."
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#1 Best Value of 93 places to stay in Kaikoura
Oceanfront hotel with stunning views, comfortable and spacious rooms, and proximity to various activities. Convenient location, guest laundry facilities, and shuttle services nearby.
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Motel
kdloop
@kdloop
Reviewed on Apr 29, 2022
Great family stay
"Great room set up for a young family, parents in the lounge, 4yo in bunk and 1yo in (supplied) portacot."
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#2 Best Value of 93 places to stay in Kaikoura
Family-friendly hotel with heated pool, hot tub, and various activities. Spacious rooms with kitchenettes and comfortable beds. Convenient location close to town, shops, and tourist activities.
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Condominium
AdamSTC
@AdamSTC
Reviewed on Feb 15, 2022
Kaikoura Stopover
"Stayed in a very spacious one bedroom apartment which had everything we needed for our stay."
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#3 Best Value of 93 places to stay in Kaikoura
Well-maintained property, spacious and modern apartments, inviting rooms with fireplaces. Beautiful area, close to golf course and beach.
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Cabin/Campground
Abby_F123
@Abby_F123
Reviewed on Jun 28, 2021
Absolutely Fantastic
"Amazing views from our room of the snowy mountains, which we were even able to enjoy while sitting in the hot tubs/spa pools."
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#4 Best Value of 93 places to stay in Kaikoura
Well-maintained hotel boasting excellent facilities, including clean kitchen amenities, spacious ensuite cabins, and praised pool and hot tub area. Convenient location near town and shops.
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Lesley S
@V5491UZlesleys
Reviewed on Feb 10, 2024
Perfect stay.
"Huge comfortable room with every amenity you could wish for Deep spa bath with a very powerful shower over, comfoibed, well equipped kitchenette."
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#5 Best Value of 93 places to stay in Kaikoura
Motel-style hotel with well-equipped kitchenette and laundry facilities. Close to beach, restaurants, cafes, and shops. Spacious rooms, some with ocean views.
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Euan R
@Euan R
Reviewed on Jul 20, 2023
Excellent accommodation,handy to town
"Bed was so good we thought of taking it home, spacious room, coffee and tea facilities, quiet A/C, shower with enough pressure to wash your out to sea, we had a corner room overlooking ocean, lovely, this is very..."
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#6 Best Value of 93 places to stay in Kaikoura
Peaceful hotel with stylish rooms and modern design. Comfortable beds and varied pillow options. Delicious food, ocean views, ideal for whale watching.
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Small Hotel
Beth B
@bethbO6917VB
Reviewed on Nov 8, 2022
Great location, great accommodation and amazing wildlife
"For those less active, simply go out on one of the boats to look at whales, seals dolphins etc. Coming back to a spotlessly clean comfortable room just enhances the experience."
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#7 Best Value of 93 places to stay in Kaikoura
Spacious, well-appointed rooms with comfortable beds and modern amenities. Some offer sea/courtyard views and large bathrooms. Convenient location near beach, dining, and supermarket.
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Condominium
Ron T
@Ron T
Reviewed on Aug 21, 2022
Very good stay
"Great room, great lookout to the Kaikoura ranges and the beautiful foreshore."
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#8 Best Value of 93 places to stay in Kaikoura
Modern, spacious apartments with ocean views, balconies, and well-stocked kitchens. Conveniently located near beach, town, and amenities. Great for weekend getaways or longer stays.
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Coconut Lands
@CoconutLands
Reviewed on Apr 13, 2023
Period charm on the seafront at Kaikoura
"Our lovely spacious room had an equally spacious bathroom, all beautifully and tastefully decorated with stylish quality materials."
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#9 Best Value of 93 places to stay in Kaikoura
Charming hotel boasting stunning views, stylish decor, comfortable beds, and historic atmosphere. Offers delicious locally sourced meals, spacious rooms, and beautiful courtyard.
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Motel
Geoff M
@Geoff M
Reviewed on Jan 5, 2023
Top spot – Great location – Brilliant staff
"Our room was spacious, clean, and very comfortable, and the kitchen had everything we needed for our 12-day stay."
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#10 Best Value of 93 places to stay in Kaikoura
Conveniently located hotel with spacious, clean rooms and comfortable beds. Friendly staff, pool area, and close to various dining options, shops, and whale-watching tours.
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Bed and Breakfast
Haley Rios
@Haley_rios
Reviewed on Dec 28, 2021
Best ever accomodation!!
"Fresh homemade cookies, beautiful room with a great view of kaikoura, lovely spa, lounge area with big comfy couches and outdoor dining area, incredible breakfast along with the best friendly service and homely to..."
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#11 Best Value of 93 places to stay in Kaikoura
Highly recommended lodge in Kaikoura, New Zealand with warm hosts, delicious breakfasts, and comfortable beds. Central location, praised as best B&B on South Island.
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Specialty Inn
Discover55132982816
@Discover55132982816
Reviewed on Dec 15, 2023
Very enjoyable stay.
"The room was spacious and comfortable with a great adjustable bed, complete with massage function !"
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#12 Best Value of 93 places to stay in Kaikoura
Clean, spacious rooms with comfortable beds. Well-equipped kitchen area and friendly owners. Beautiful views and modern breakfast area. Near Kaikoura.
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Specialty Hotel
zana
@Zana Z
Reviewed on Mar 12, 2024
Great lodge and golfing
"We checked-in at resort's bar what is reception as well. It was very welcoming in so relaxing environment with a lot of comfortable seating inside and outside.
Bar offers good coffee, refreshment and snacks what..."
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#13 Best Value of 93 places to stay in Kaikoura
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Motel
ajsiromani
@ajsiromani
Reviewed on Mar 18, 2024
Good place to stay
"Good place to stay if you are visiting Kaikoura for the Whale watching trip. It is close to the Whale Watch pick up point.
It is also a five minute drive to the beach, which is really nice to walk along.
Rooms were..."
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#14 Best Value of 93 places to stay in Kaikoura
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Small Hotel
Tour62013540570
@Tour62013540570
Reviewed on Feb 25, 2024
Great unexpected stay
"I ended up in Donegal House after finding 'no room at the inn' anywhere in Kaikoura itself, only a couple of rooms over $500. I started to drive to Blenheim as it was getting late in the day and saw a sign for DH..."
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#15 Best Value of 93 places to stay in Kaikoura
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Condominium
Nora R
@371norar
Reviewed on Feb 22, 2024
Very happy with our stay at The Waves
"We had a first floor apartment on the front corner so both balconies had stunning view overlooking the sea front (there is a road between the apartments and the sea front but we didn’t find that a problem at all..."
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#16 Best Value of 93 places to stay in Kaikoura
Spacious, well-equipped apartments with ocean and mountain views. Modern fixtures, comfortable beds, and close to restaurants and shops. Ideal for self-catering stays.
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Motel
Britwi
@Britwi
Reviewed on Mar 11, 2021
Every motel needs a complimentary lap cat
"Comfortable room and bed."
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#17 Best Value of 93 places to stay in Kaikoura
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Cabin/Campground
Vicki B
@889vickib
Reviewed on Sep 26, 2021
A fun day and night
"A walk, a guided tour, and the chance to get up close to a Llama - whats not to love. I was a bit apprehesive about the Llama thing (dont they spit?) But Kevin made it easy to work with ours (Legend and Max). It was..."
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#18 Best Value of 93 places to stay in Kaikoura
Unique glamping accommodation on working farm with various options like wagons, trains, yurts, and cabins. Opportunity to interact with farm animals and enjoy beautiful surroundings.
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Motel
-l.e.m223
@--l_e_m--111111
Reviewed on Feb 1, 2023
Amazing amazing rebooked!
"It was truly amazing room was beautiful so is the view."
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#19 Best Value of 93 places to stay in Kaikoura
Scenic bay and mountainside location, modern decor with clean and spacious rooms, friendly owners, free Wi-Fi, and parking, dog-friendly, close to shops and restaurants.
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Limited Service Property
Erin M
@Connaugh1
Reviewed on Apr 21, 2021
Lovely place to stay
"The room was spacious and clean with a spectacular balcony view of the Southern Alps."
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#20 Best Value of 93 places to stay in Kaikoura
Conveniently located near shops, cafes, and tourist spots, this hotel offers spacious, well-equipped rooms with modern amenities. Enjoy comfortable beds, kitchenettes, and stunning mountain views.
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Hostel
Nonie
@AdventureMum73
Reviewed on Oct 26, 2021
Above and beyond
"A minor mix up with the booking was met with fast, friendly service and an unexpected though greatly appreciated room upgrade."
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#21 Best Value of 93 places to stay in Kaikoura
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Adam H
@AdamH617
Reviewed on Apr 17, 2023
Great location, great value
"Lovely place to stay. Great location across the road from the beach. 10 min walk to the main street with shops and bars/restaurants. Host was lovely - brought an extra bed in as soon as we mentioned the..."
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#22 Best Value of 93 places to stay in Kaikoura
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Motel
Lorraine M
@318lorrainem
Reviewed on Mar 18, 2023
Clean and comfortable and right on the beach
"We had a “superb ocean view” room and our large glass screen doors did indeed give us an awesome view of the mountains and the ocean."
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#23 Best Value of 93 places to stay in Kaikoura
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#24 Best Value of 93 places to stay in Kaikoura
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Deliah Q
@DeliahQ1
Reviewed on Nov 2, 2020
Booked for 2 nights, stayed for 3
"Stayed here end Oct, room was comfy, on lower level, so enjoyed good nights sleep even with Pub pumping upstairs. Good amenities, nice friendly staff, location close to supermarket and the town. Very clean, no..."
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#25 Best Value of 93 places to stay in Kaikoura
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Juliette
@Julietted1610
Reviewed on Dec 6, 2020
Pet Friendly is more Pet very welcome
"We had a very nice one night stay here, chosen as we had our fur baby with us and they were very happy to host us. I from the conversations I know that the room was well cleaned with pet friendly products.
The..."
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#26 Best Value of 93 places to stay in Kaikoura
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Bed and Breakfast
rjwolfe0464
@rjwolfe0464
Reviewed on Feb 9, 2024
Lovely meal, book a table before going!
"We trekked out to the Pier-on a recommendation, having booked a table first (very important). Staff were efficient, good range of food and wine, and reasonably stocked bar. We both enjoyed our meals (Crayfish..."
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#27 Best Value of 93 places to stay in Kaikoura
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Hostel
GaryandLesleyTravel
@Lesley M
Reviewed on Oct 25, 2020
Great location, above the centre of town.
"Choosing where to sleep in Kaikoura can by challenging, if you want to be close to the peninsula walk you need to be at the southern end, if you want to be close to the supermarket you need to be at the northern end..."
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#28 Best Value of 93 places to stay in Kaikoura
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Hostel
Tony K
@MEANDMEX
Reviewed on Nov 22, 2022
Good value, clean & comfortable
"Good value. Clean and tidy. Unit is small but included shower & toilet, fridge and TV. Comfortable double bed. Shared kitchen facilities are well equiped and clean. Good off street parking. Walking distance to town..."
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#29 Best Value of 93 places to stay in Kaikoura
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Motel
Kim Templeman
@Kimstemp
Reviewed on May 15, 2022
Great Hotel
"Great place, excellent value for money, the room was clean and tidy, a bit dated."
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#30 Best Value of 93 places to stay in Kaikoura
Kaikoura Hotels Information
Hotels in Kaikoura | 92 |
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Hotels Prices From | $60 |
Hotels Reviews | 12,019 |
Hotels Photos | 5,544 |
Travel high season | Dec - Feb |
Travel low season | Jun - Aug |
High season avg price | $132 |
Low season avg price | $94 |
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Dec - Feb
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$131
HIGHEST
$50$253
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15in
DRIEST
13 in33 in
Mar - May
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$103
$50$253
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27in
WETTEST
13 in33 in
Jun - Aug
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$95
LOWEST
$50$253
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13 in33 in
Sep - Nov
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$120
$50$253
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22in
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Price trend information excludes taxes and fees and is based on base rates for a nightly stay for 2 adults found in the last 7 days on our site and averaged for commonly viewed hotels in Kaikoura. Select dates and complete search for nightly totals inclusive of taxes and fees.
Hotels near the sights
- Kaikoura Peninsula WalkwayAlways check the website for changes that might affect your trip.Read more
- Ohau Point Seal ColonyRead more
- Peninsula Seal ColonyRead more
- The Point Sheep Shearing ShowEnjoy the atmosphere of an original shearing shed. The show consists of hand feeding our drysdale Ram ??? Ram-Man??? (who is very photogenic) watching a sheep being shorn, the wool being sorted and pressed. This is followed by a general discussion giving information about sheep shearing, sheep breeds and wool types. Hold a shearing hand piece, old blades shears and Ram horns. During spring you can touch, hold and feed a lamb. Time 30 minutes.Read more
- Kaikoura MuseumA new state-of-the-art museum experience showcasing Kaikoura’s diverse natural, cultural and social history. We also have research facilities for historians and those interested in family histories of the district.Read more
- Fyffe HouseRead more
- Maori Leap CaveRead more
- Kaikoura Coastal TrackRead more
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Frequently Asked Questions about Kaikoura hotels
- Kaikoura Holiday Homes Limited, Kaikoura Boutique Hotel, and The White Morph Heritage Collection are some of the most popular hotels for travelers looking to stay near Ohau Point Seal Colony. See the full list: Hotels near Ohau Point Seal Colony.
- Popular hotels close to Kaikoura Peninsula Walkway include Kaikoura Holiday Homes Limited, Kaikoura Top 10 Holiday Park, and Kaikoura Boutique Hotel. See the full list: Hotels near Kaikoura Peninsula Walkway.
- Popular hotels close to Christchurch Intl Airport include Airport Palms Motel, Commodore Airport Hotel Christchurch, and Airport Christchurch Luxury Motel & Apartments. See the full list: Hotels near Christchurch Intl Airport.
- A few of the most popular hotels near Peninsula Seal Colony are The Anchor Inn Beachfront Motel Kaikoura, Kaikoura Holiday Homes Limited, and Kaikoura Boutique Hotel. See the full list: Hotels near Peninsula Seal Colony.
- Popular cheap hotels in Kaikoura include The White Morph Heritage Collection, Mediterranean Motel Kaikoura, and Willowbank Motel. See the full list: Cheap Hotels in Kaikoura.
- The Anchor Inn Beachfront Motel Kaikoura, Kaikoura Holiday Homes Limited, and Kaikoura Top 10 Holiday Park all received great reviews from families traveling in Kaikoura. See the full list: Kaikoura Family Hotels.
- Popular hotels by the beach in Kaikoura include The Anchor Inn Beachfront Motel Kaikoura, The White Morph Heritage Collection, and Panorama Motel. See the full list: Kaikoura Beach Hotels.
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