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Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments

Kaikoura

Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments provides beachfront accommodation in Kaikoura. The property features sea and mountain views, and is 200 metres from Kaikoura Beach.

K
KCSLIM
From
Malaysia
Very nice location and room is clean. The management are very friendly.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,662 reviews
Price from
US$99.27
1 night, 2 adults

Panorama Motel

Kaikoura

Wake up to stunning views of the Kaikoura Mountains and the sea at Panorama Motel. Our units are all ensuite and smoke-free.

L
Lettie
From
South Africa
The view was top notch, the unit had everything we needed and was really warm and cozy. We will definitely be back.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,464 reviews
Price from
US$124.80
1 night, 2 adults

Waves on the Esplanade

Kaikoura

Situated in Kaikoura, 200 metres from Kaikoura Beach, Waves on the Esplanade has a private beach area, private parking and rooms with free WiFi access. The property has sea and mountain views.

A
Alexander
From
Belgium
Wow, what a place! Best view ever! Great location, superb view, very big appartment, very clean, big and well equiped kitchen, large bathroom, great bedroom and very spacious living room. Private parking, good wifi, easy check-in ( door code, so you can't lose your keys which is great!), so close to shops, sea, tour organisations, .... . We didn't want to leave, the views are amazing!!!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 320 reviews
Price from
US$183.22
1 night, 2 adults

Glenburn Coastal Retreat

Kaikoura

Glenburn Coastal Retreat in Kaikoura provides adults-only accommodation with an open-air bath and a garden. This beachfront property offers access to a patio, free private parking and free WiFi.

M
Martha
From
United States
We enjoyed being there so much we asked if we could extend our stay. Sadly, they were booked so we were unable to. However, due to how much we enjoyed our time there, we are hoping to come back next year and stay again. The cottage is so comfortable that we cancelled our dinner reservations and grabbed food at the local grocery and ate in both nights. With the ocean on one side, mtns on the other, why would you want to be anywhere else? Extremely well equipped with everything you could need. Comfortable, relaxing, and beautiful setting all rolled up in one. Thank you for all the special touches included in your cottage. Our favorite place in NZ so far.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.9
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 159 reviews
Price from
US$300.64
1 night, 2 adults

The Anchor Inn Beachfront Motel

Kaikoura

Beachfront location! A modern and stylish motel with spacious rooms superbly located on Kaikoura's beachfront road "The Esplanade", with the majority of rooms enjoying magnificent views of the...

P
Pauline
From
United Kingdom
Room was a good size and had everything we needed. Parking excellent.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 282 reviews
Price from
US$153.30
1 night, 2 adults

The Hamptons

Kaikoura

Boasting sea views, The Hamptons features accommodation with a garden, a terrace and barbecue facilities, around 60 metres from Kaikoura Beach.

m
mieke
From
Belgium
One of the nicest houses we have seen in NZ and Patrick is a lovely host. We enjoyed the stay very much. Very short drive to whale watching. Highly recommended!!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 275 reviews
Price from
US$186.06
1 night, 2 adults

Inn the Bay Bed & Breakfast

Kaikoura

Featuring a shared lounge, Inn the Bay Bed & Breakfast is situated in Kaikoura in the Canterbury region, 90 metres from Kaikoura Beach.

R
Robyn
From
New Zealand
Large room, ample space, great breakfast, named car park….superb
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 125 reviews
Price from
US$147.49
1 night, 2 adults

Bendamere House Bed & Breakfast

Kaikoura

Boasting sea views, Bendamere House Bed & Breakfast features accommodation with a garden, around less than 1 km from Kaikoura Beach.

D
Denise
From
Singapore
Great location, spectacular view from the room, easy walk to everything you need in town and our host was lovely.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 100 reviews
Price from
US$187.19
1 night, 2 adults

Waves Kaikoura Luxury Waterfront Apartment 1

Kaikoura

Located in Kaikoura, within 200 metres of Kaikoura Beach, Waves Kaikoura Luxury Waterfront Apartment 1 offers accommodation with air conditioning.

R
Rachel
From
Australia
The property was lovely, great location, comfy beds, and easy to access.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.9
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 14 reviews
Price from
US$226.90
1 night, 2 adults

Surfwatch House

Kaikoura

Surfwatch House is situated in Kaikoura and offers a private beach area, a garden and a terrace. This beachfront property offers access to free WiFi and free private parking.

T
Tobias
From
New Zealand
Location . ..decoration vibe views and 🐬
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.9
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 9 reviews
Price from
US$473.60
1 night, 2 adults
All beach hotels in Kaikoura

Looking for a beach hotel?

There’s nothing quite like waking up to the sound of swirling waves and the smell of sea air through your bedroom window. Beachfront accommodation comes in a variety of forms, from well decked-out resorts to secluded homestays and villas. Beach hotel amenities can include air-conditioned rooms, private terraces overlooking the sea and outdoor pools with adjacent bars.

Most booked beach hotels in Kaikoura and surroundings in the past month

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 561 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 408 reviews

Popular with guests booking beach hotels in Kaikoura

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 282 reviews

Popular with guests booking beach hotels in Kaikoura

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,001 reviews

Popular with guests booking beach hotels in Kaikoura

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 856 reviews

Popular with guests booking beach hotels in Kaikoura

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,662 reviews

Popular with guests booking beach hotels in Kaikoura

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 724 reviews

Popular with guests booking beach hotels in Kaikoura

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,026 reviews

Popular with guests booking beach hotels in Kaikoura

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,464 reviews

Popular with guests booking beach hotels in Kaikoura

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,778 reviews

Highly rated beach hotels in Kaikoura and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 462 reviews

Located in Kaikoura, 200 metres from Kaikoura Beach, Kaikoura Luxury Apartments - Formerly Waves Luxury Apartments features a terrace and views of the sea.

From US$310.85 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 561 reviews

Set on the esplanade in iconic Kaikoura, White Morph Heritage offers a range of accommodation options with a balcony or patio and lovely ocean, mountain or garden views.

From US$224.06 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 856 reviews

Set in Kaikoura, 200 metres from Kaikoura Beach, Kaikoura Beach Motel offers accommodation with a garden and free private parking. Free WiFi and a shared kitchen are featured.

From US$98.13 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 328 reviews

Boutique Hotel Kaikoura is housed in a historic 1880s building, just 10 minutes' walk from Kaikoura Town. Each room features a refrigerator, a 32-inch flat-screen TV and a coffee/tea plunger.

From US$153.28 per night

Alpine View Motel

Kaikoura
8.0+ review score
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,001 reviews

Featuring direct beach access and free Wi-Fi usage per day, Alpine View Motel is only 1 km from Kaikoura Train Station. Heated guest rooms are fitted with a satellite TV.

From US$111.18 per night

Blue Seas Motel

Kaikoura
8.0+ review score
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,778 reviews

Situated on the beach front in Kaikoura, Blue Seas Motel offers spacious studios and apartments in a quiet location. Most accommodation features views of the sea or mountains.

From US$104.94 per night

Bay Cottages

Kaikoura
8.0+ review score
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 346 reviews

Bay Cottages is set in the southern bay in Kaikoura, next to the sea. Free private parking is available on site.

From US$102.10 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 724 reviews

Located in Kaikoura, 1.2 km from Kaikoura Beach, Kaikoura Seaside lodge provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a shared lounge.

From US$79.64 per night

Enjoy breakfast in Kaikoura and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.9
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 14 reviews

Located in Kaikoura, within 200 metres of Kaikoura Beach, Waves Kaikoura Luxury Waterfront Apartment 1 offers accommodation with air conditioning.

The Hamptons

Kaikoura
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 275 reviews

Boasting sea views, The Hamptons features accommodation with a garden, a terrace and barbecue facilities, around 60 metres from Kaikoura Beach.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 95 reviews

Located in Kaikoura in the Canterbury region, Heays Lane Cottage has a garden. This beachfront property offers access to free WiFi and free private parking.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 71 reviews

Situated in Kaikoura in the Canterbury region, Sea View Motel - Unit 2 features a garden. This beachfront property offers access to free WiFi and free private parking.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 76 reviews

Located in Kaikoura in the Canterbury region, Sea View Motel - Unit 8 has a garden. This beachfront property offers access to free WiFi and free private parking.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 74 reviews

Sea View Motel - Unit 7 is located in Kaikoura. This beachfront property offers access to free WiFi and free private parking.

From US$153.40 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.9
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 54 reviews

100 metres from Kaikoura Beach, Shearwater Apartments is a recently renovated property located in Kaikoura and provides air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and private parking.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 104 reviews

K'orca Cottage by the Sea is located in Kaikoura and offers a garden and barbecue facilities. This beachfront property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi.

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Sea View Motel - Unit 3

Kaikoura
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 10 reviews

Set in Kaikoura in the Canterbury region with Kaikoura Beach nearby, Sea View Motel - Unit 3 features accommodation with free private parking. The property features sea and mountain views.

Sea View Motel - Unit 4

Kaikoura
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.8
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 25 reviews

Sea View Motel - Unit 4 is situated in Kaikoura. This beachfront property offers access to free WiFi and free private parking.

From US$121.27 per night

Sea View Motel - Unit 1

Kaikoura
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
Good - What previous guests thought, 58 reviews

Located in Kaikoura, within 200 metres of Kaikoura Beach, Sea View Motel - Unit 1 is an accommodation offering sea views. This beachfront property offers access to free WiFi and free private parking.

From US$153.40 per night

Sea View Motel - Unit 5

Kaikoura
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.7
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 34 reviews

Situated in Kaikoura, 200 metres from Kaikoura Beach, Sea View Motel - Unit 5 offers accommodation with access to a garden.

From US$129.09 per night

Sea View Motel - Unit 6

Kaikoura
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.4
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 39 reviews

Situated in Kaikoura, Sea View Motel - Unit 6 has accommodation 200 metres from Kaikoura Beach. This beachfront property offers access to a patio, free private parking and free WiFi.

From US$136.42 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 13 reviews

A recently renovated holiday home located in Kaikoura, Kaikoura Blue haven in the bay features a private beach area. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi.

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Avg. price/night: US$98.13
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 856 reviews
Right on the beach front, great view. Super comfortable and clean
Guest review by
Jessica
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$104.94
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,778 reviews
The location was fabulous-right on the beach with fabulous views all around. Reception staff were courteous and helpful. The room was spacious and spotlessly clean and the bathroom was especially nice.
Guest review by
fiona
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$335.64
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 320 reviews
Great location. Very clean and tidy. So nice to sit on the balcony and watch the waves on the beach and the sunset!
Guest review by
Deena
People with friends
Avg. price/night: US$195.70
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,662 reviews
Perfect location on the beachfront and not far from restaurants and sites. Very comfortable beds
Guest review by
Amanda
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$171.91
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,026 reviews
Stunning location - right on the beachfront with an amazing view to wake up to! We booked a suite for our 1 night which was massive and very well equipped. Breakfast was very nice but there were a small number of waiting staff so took a bit of time.
Guest review by
Edward
Young couple