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In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Food and beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service hours.

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Hotel Kaikoura Boutique Hotel

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Kaikoura Boutique Hotel

146 Esplanade, 7300 Kaikoura, New Zealand – Excellent location – show map

Excellent location – rated 9.1/10! (score from 470 reviews)

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8.3
Very Good
470 reviews
  • Facilities

    8.1

  • Cleanliness

    9.0

  • Comfort

    8.6

  • Value for money

    7.6

  • Location

    9.1

  • Total

    8.3

  • Free WiFi

    8.5

Great little boutique champagne bar with treats, friendly staff and great Accomodation with shared courtyard to enjoy the sun and drinks!

Ian New Zealand

Return visit to a great hotel with wonderful staff and a perfect location.

Michael United States of America

Superb hosts. Went the extra mile with hospitality and catering for breakfast needs.

Wayne New Zealand

The cafe downstairs was lovely for brunch after a long walk on the beach.

Gabrielle New Zealand

this is a simple but very clean and friendly hotel. It offered breakfast and a coffee bar. I would stay here again.

Joyce United States of America

Great little boutique hotel very well organized to make the most out of small places.

Deborah United States of America

Breakfast was phenomenal, with many choices, the location was excellent for walking to good places to eat and for getting to the Peninsula walk.

Mary United States of America

Cute boutique hotel. Modern, lovely furnishings, very clean. Beautiful area.

Clive United States of America

Owner Jen was incredibly personable. The feel of the place is cool with a sophisticated yet relaxed vibe.

Camille United States of America

View. Most comfortable bed and nice shower and deck. Had to leave early, so we missed the breakfast.

Diane United States of America

Excellent location!

9.1
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8.3
Very Good
470 reviews
  • 9.1

    Excellent location!

  • What guests loved the most:
  • “Great little boutique champagne bar with treats, friendly staff and great Accomodation with shared courtyard to enjoy the sun and drinks!”
    Ian Ian New Zealand New Zealand
  • “Return visit to a great hotel with wonderful staff and a perfect location.”
    Michael Michael United States of America United States of America
  • “Superb hosts. Went the extra mile with hospitality and catering for breakfast needs.”
    Wayne Wayne New Zealand New Zealand
  • “The cafe downstairs was lovely for brunch after a long walk on the beach.”
    Gabrielle Gabrielle New Zealand New Zealand
  • “this is a simple but very clean and friendly hotel. It offered breakfast and a coffee bar. I would stay here again.”
    Joyce Joyce United States of America United States of America
  • “Great little boutique hotel very well organized to make the most out of small places.”
    Deborah Deborah United States of America United States of America
  • “Breakfast was phenomenal, with many choices, the location was excellent for walking to good places to eat and for getting to the Peninsula walk.”
    Mary Mary United States of America United States of America
  • “Cute boutique hotel. Modern, lovely furnishings, very clean. Beautiful area.”
    Clive Clive United States of America United States of America
  • “Owner Jen was incredibly personable. The feel of the place is cool with a sophisticated yet relaxed vibe.”
    Camille Camille United States of America United States of America
  • “View. Most comfortable bed and nice shower and deck. Had to leave early, so we missed the breakfast.”
    Diane Diane United States of America United States of America

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. All rooms include an private bathroom with toiletries and a hairdryer. There is free WiFi and parking on site

The staff at the tour desk can assist with arranging local activities.

Kaikoura Boutique Hotel is 1.2 mi from the Kaikoura Station and 2 mi from South Bay Beach. It is 5 mi from Kaikoura Airport and a 9-minute drive from Kaikoura Bay Golf course.

This is our guests' favorite part of Kaikoura, according to independent reviews.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities

Free parking
Free WiFi
Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
Bar
Beachfront

Good for couples – they rated the facilities 8.0 for two-person stays.

뀐 Located in the best-rated area in Kaikoura, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.1

냨 Great Food: Meals here are highly recommended!

끉 Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly-rated for its very comfy beds.

끸 Free private parking available at the hotel

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8.3
Very Good
470 reviews
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  • Staff8.9
  • Facilities8.1
  • Cleanliness9.0
  • Comfort8.6
  • Value for money7.6
  • Location9.1
  • Free WiFi8.5

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  • Ian New Zealand

    “Great little boutique champagne bar with treats, friendly staff and great Accomodation with shared courtyard to enjoy the sun and drinks!”

  • Michael United States of America

    “Return visit to a great hotel with wonderful staff and a perfect location.”

  • Wayne New Zealand

    “Superb hosts. Went the extra mile with hospitality and catering for breakfast needs.”

  • Gabrielle New Zealand

    “The cafe downstairs was lovely for brunch after a long walk on the beach.”

  • Joyce United States of America

    “this is a simple but very clean and friendly hotel. It offered breakfast and a coffee bar. I would stay here again.”

  • Deborah United States of America

    “Great little boutique hotel very well organized to make the most out of small places. ”

  • Mary United States of America

    “Breakfast was phenomenal, with many choices, the location was excellent for walking to good places to eat and for getting to the Peninsula walk.”

  • Clive United States of America

    “Cute boutique hotel. Modern, lovely furnishings, very clean. Beautiful area.”

  • Camille United States of America

    “Owner Jen was incredibly personable. The feel of the place is cool with a sophisticated yet relaxed vibe. ”

  • Diane United States of America

    “View. Most comfortable bed and nice shower and deck. Had to leave early, so we missed the breakfast. ”

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  • Is breakfast included in your room rate

    Not since covid, no... Fabulous cafe open from 7am... yumminess and a coffee from under $10


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  • Do you have a restaurant for night time dining

    Hi... technically no... food is served all day from 7am - last food orders are 6pm and bar closes at 7pm. Some people do like to kick back and relax with a platter in the garden... instead of going out for dinner though. Jen


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  • Hi Do you have microwave please? Thanks

    No microwaves, kitchens or cooking in all of our rooms.


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    Asked about: Superior Courtyard Room
  • Do you have wheelchair accessible rooms? Do you have rooms with a sea view?

    Yes we do have wheelchair accessible rooms - but none with sea views.


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  • Is your parking secure?

    Our carpark is on a very quiet side street - it is not secure or covered.


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  • When is the best time to visit your property for the perfect beach holiday?

    December to April are (usually) the warmest months.


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  • Is breakfast included in your room rate

    Not since covid, no... Fabulous cafe open from 7am... yumminess and a coffee from under $10


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  • Do you have a restaurant for night time dining

    Hi... technically no... food is served all day from 7am - last food orders are 6pm and bar closes at 7pm. Some people do like to kick back and relax with a platter in the garden... instead of going out for dinner though. Jen


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  • Hi Do you have microwave please? Thanks

    No microwaves, kitchens or cooking in all of our rooms.


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    Asked about: Superior Courtyard Room
  • Do you have wheelchair accessible rooms? Do you have rooms with a sea view?

    Yes we do have wheelchair accessible rooms - but none with sea views.


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  • Is your parking secure?

    Our carpark is on a very quiet side street - it is not secure or covered.


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  • When is the best time to visit your property for the perfect beach holiday?

    December to April are (usually) the warmest months.


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Guests loved walking around the neighborhood!
Excellent location – show map
Restaurants & cafes
  • Restaurant Zephyr
    0.6 miles
  • Cafe/Bar Strawberry Tree
    0.6 miles
How to get to Kaikoura Boutique Hotel from Christchurch International Airport
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Amenities of Kaikoura Boutique Hotel Great facilities! Review score, 8.1

Most popular amenities

Free parking
Free WiFi
Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
Bar
Beachfront
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Beachfront
  • Sun deck
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Services & Extras
  • Tickets to shows/attractions Additional charge
Pets
  • Pets are not allowed.

Activities
  • Walking tours Additional charge
  • Beach
  • Hiking Off-site
  • Canoeing Off-site Additional charge
  • Skiing Off-site
  • Golf course (within 2 miles) Additional charge
  • Tennis court Off-site Additional charge
Food & Drink
  • Chocolate/Cookies Additional charge
  • Fruit Additional charge
  • Bottle of water Additional charge
  • Wine/Champagne Additional charge
  • Bar
Internet
  • Free! WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Parking

    Free! Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Street parking
Front Desk Services
  • Private check-in/out
  • Concierge
  • Baggage storage
  • Ticket service
  • Tour desk
  • Express check-in/out
Cleaning Services
  • Daily housekeeping
Business Facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • 24-hour security
General
  • Shuttle service
  • Adults only
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Shuttle service (additional charge)
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Car rental
  • Honeymoon suite

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Check-in

2:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Check-out

Until 10:00 AM

Cancellation/
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Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Refundable damage deposit

A damage deposit of NZD 1 is required on arrival. That's about 0.70USD. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children not allowed.

Crib and extra bed policies

There's no capacity for cribs at this property.

This property doesn't offer extra beds.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Groups

When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Cards accepted at this hotel

Mastercard Visa Eftpos American Express Kaikoura Boutique Hotel accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

Kaikoura Boutique Hotel accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print

Please note that there is a nonrefundable 2.6% charge when you pay with a Visa or Mastercard credit card.
Please note that there is a nonrefundable 3.8% charge when you pay with an American Express credit card.

If you expect to arrive outside reception opening hours, please inform Kaikoura Boutique Hotel in advance, using the contact details found on the booking confirmation.

Please note that group bookings of 3 or more rooms may require payment in full or a deposit at the time of booking.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Food and beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service hours.

Please inform Kaikoura Boutique Hotel of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

A damage deposit of NZD 1 is required on arrival. That's about 0.70USD. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

FAQs about Kaikoura Boutique Hotel

  • Room options at Kaikoura Boutique Hotel include:

    • Double

  • The following parking options are available to guests staying at Kaikoura Boutique Hotel (subject to availability):

    • Parking
    • Free parking
    • On-site parking
    • Private Parking
    • Street parking

  • From the nearest airport, you can get to Kaikoura Boutique Hotel by:

    • Car 2h 30min

  • The prices at Kaikoura Boutique Hotel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Kaikoura Boutique Hotel offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Hiking
    • Skiing
    • Tennis court
    • Canoeing
    • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    • Beachfront
    • Beach
    • Walking tours

  • Kaikoura Boutique Hotel is 0.8 miles from the center of Kaikoura.

  • Check-in at Kaikoura Boutique Hotel is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

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  • Staff8.9
  • Facilities8.1
  • Cleanliness9.0
  • Comfort8.6
  • Value for money7.6
  • Location9.1
  • Free WiFi8.5

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