Set on 6 acres of beautiful lakes and gardens, Donegal House offers free WiFi in public areas. It boasts a traditional Irish bar, a restaurant and a sunny terrace.
Steve
New Zealand
Nice clean practical unit with great view of the mountains. Food and service excellent.
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.
Kaikoura Boutique Hotel 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.
Gary
New Zealand
We enjoyed our stay here and will come back. The hotel was charming and the staff friendly and genuine. We stayed in a Junior Suite and the room was spacious and comfortable with a balcony looking out to the mountains and sea. We also had a treatment at the day spa and Elaine was wonderful. Would highly recommend getting the massage. The Champagne/Martini bar was lovely & relaxing. There wasn't a lot of options for someone with food allergies but the one option was tasty.
Offering an on-site walking trail, Koura Bay Lodge is a 13-minute drive from central Kaikoura and Kaikoura Train Station. It offers free unlimited on-site golf on the 9-hole golf course.
Tracey
New Zealand
We have stayed here before, lovely welcome on arrival, clean tidy rooms with a great view and stunning sunrise
Situated in Kaikoura, a few steps from Kaikoura Beach, Sudima Kaikōura features accommodation with a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a restaurant.
Poh
Australia
Views of the beach is great and if you book the ocean view rooms, you can catch the sunrise!
Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments provides beachfront accommodation in Kaikoura. The property features sea and mountain views, and is a few steps from Kaikoura Beach.
Just 2 minutes' walk from Kaikoura town centre, Dolphin Lodge features views of the coastline and the mountain ranges. Guests enjoy free on-site parking.
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.
Schils
New Zealand
Very friendly people, kitchen and bathroom nicely renovated, clean and all amenities provided. Good room size.
Very comfortable, great location!
On average, 3-star hotels in Kaikoura cost £93 per night, and 4-star hotels in Kaikoura are £85 per night. If you're looking for something really special, a 5-star hotel in Kaikoura can on average be found for £146 per night (based on Booking.com prices).
The average price per night for a 3-star hotel in Kaikoura this weekend is £76 or, for a 4-star hotel, £94. Looking for something even fancier? 5-star hotels in Kaikoura for this weekend cost on average around £163 per night (based on Booking.com prices).
On average, it costs £77 per night to book a 3-star hotel in Kaikoura for tonight. You'll pay on average around £100 if you choose to stay in a 4-star hotel tonight, while a 5-star hotel in Kaikoura will cost around £185 (based on Booking.com prices).
Fly into Christchurch International Airport, then drive approximately 180km north to Kaikoura (about 2.5 hours). Alternatively, take the Coastal Pacific train from Christchurch, a scenic 3-hour journey. Domestic travellers can also drive from Wellington (approx. 5.5 hours) via the Interislander Ferry.
The most convenient airport for both domestic and international travellers is Christchurch International Airport, due to its frequent flight schedules and proximity to Kaikoura, approximately 180km away.
What guests said about Kaikoura:
8.0
Scored 8.0
Location was perfect for walking to the Seal Colony along...
Location was perfect for walking to the Seal Colony along the path and the beach . The front Desk hours were very limited and the breakfast left a bit to be desired . But the location and the quaint courtyard make up for its downfalls.
Debrah
Canada
8.0
Scored 8.0
Enjoyed the whale watching tour - the day was reasonably...
Enjoyed the whale watching tour - the day was reasonably calm so no one was seasick thank goodness. Staff were informatiive and shared the story of the whales and dolphins. The map showing us the travel route was very helpful to understand the trnech and which direction and area we were headed to.
Sheila
New Zealand
10
Scored 10
Kaikoura is a 2 hr drive from our home, so we regularly...
Kaikoura is a 2 hr drive from our home, so we regularly visit for long weekends. It's a special part of NZ where people and nature can interact. There's something special about how the mountains meet the sea. And of course the fresh seafood is spectacular
Christina
New Zealand
10
Scored 10
WhaleWatch trip was very good.
WhaleWatch trip was very good. Great cafes: Flo and Co has excellent coffee. Sime's Kitchen had great breakfast and lunch - vegan choices were delicious. Tipsy Foodies also recommended. Southern Paua shop and factory highly recommended - amazing range of jewellery, carvings and gifts. Some exquisite pounamu too. Best place to buy gifts in Kaikoura!!
Novel Findings is a great bookshop and homewares shop - don't miss it!
Loved the Ngāi Tahu artworks beside the highway, murals on the railway bridge and buildings. It's really worth checking the "Neat Places Kaikoura" website - lots of great suggestions for cool places and things to do in Kaikoura.
Lisa
New Zealand
10
Scored 10
The wild life was definitely the highlight of the trip for...
The wild life was definitely the highlight of the trip for me. I went swimming with dolphins and saw load of seals with their pups.
Also the people in the town are super friendly and helpful.
Of course the scenery is also breathtaking.
Loads of nice eating places that serve great seafood.
Erin
New Zealand
10
Scored 10
Very easy to find way to attractions,town lovely and...
Very easy to find way to attractions,town lovely and clean.Plenty of eating places,ones we used were all excellent and value for money.Only thing we regretted was we missed the Whale Watch tour as it was blowing hard both full days we were there and there were no sailings.Will have to go back again.
Beautiful room with a stunning ocean view. The hotel staff were very accommodating as it was a 30th birthday weekend away, we arrived to a chocolate platter in the room with a welcoming hand writ note, the hotel offered to arrange a cake for our stay, which I declined but was very pleased with the level of customer service. The room was large, tidy and appeared very clean. Overall really pleased we picked the Sudima Kaikōura
The hostel had a lovely, laidback vibe. It was in a great location, a short walk into the Centre of Kaikoura. All the staff I met were friendly and welcoming. The garden area was lovely, and it has a beautiful terrace with sea views. The kitchen was well-equipped, and the free ground coffee was a really nice touch. The washing machine was cheap at 2 dollars, and you could use the washing line outside to dry your things.
No breakfast studio flat. Walking distance to train & Whale Watching. Everything I needed in the studio flat. Separate kitchen with all the gadgets I needed (like a can opener, cutting board, microwave bowls etc) which I haven't got in all the other motels stayed in hence the high praise & the fridge was in the closed kitchen - lovely nights sleep thank you.
We chose the hotel for its location and were thrilled with our choice. The front desk was staffed with very helpful people and the front office manager on duty for much of the time we were there was a delightful personality.
We were also particularly impressed by the member of staff running the breakfast room: she was very thoughtful.
Beautiful view of Kaikoura range outside, easy to walk into town and close to beach and Kaikoura amenities. Rooms wonderfully stocked and larger than we expected. Beds very comfortable and shower exceptional. Everything super clean and staff totally helpful and amenable when we had to arrive late due to ferry issues. Highly recommend !
This has to be one of the nicest well looked after motels we have stayed at in awhile. It smelt fresh from the moment we walked in. The owners are super lovely and really helpful with everything you need and about the area. Comfortable units with comfortable beds. We definitely want to come stay again.
Stayed in the yurt with my teenage kids. Loads of space, comfortable beds, hot shower. Makes a lovely change from the usual dull motels or holiday parks. Even the teenagers enjoyed helping with feeding the farm animals. Fab place. Would recommend.
Very homely and comfortable, spacious with a nice big bathroom. Handy parking, good location. Have stayed in Kaikoura around ten times in recent years and this is easily the nicest place we have stayed in.
Location was easily walkable to town. And vert easily walkable to the beach. Neighborhood was safe and quiet. LOved the town of Kaikoura!! There was nothing NOT to like about the place and location
This would be one of the cleanest Motels we have ever stayed in. The owner was most helpful and welcomed us with a smile. Would definitely stay there again and have already told friends about it.
Sue and Faith, front of house...you both need bottling up and sending to a few hotels/motels I've stayed in previously! So welcoming and friendly, an asset to this motel without a doubt!
Accomodation was clean and had all the basic necessities. Short drive to shops and restaurants. It's a nice wee gem of an accomodation for a weekend in Kaikoura. Will visit again.
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