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.
Tracey
New Zealand
Fabulous spot in the country, bed was comfy, staff were very friendly. Had a meal in the restaurant which was fantastic. Great place to stay.
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.
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.
Izzy
New Zealand
Nice modern hotel in a great location. Can't fault the cleanliness, big comfy bed. Big rooms, ours had a balcony and a sea view which was well worth the extra cost. Fairly nice hotel restaurant downstairs. Kaikōura is beautiful and this was a gorgeous time of year to visit as there are some sunny days but we got some snow on the mountains.
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.
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.
Just 3 minutes' drive from the centre of Kaikoura, Kaikoura Quality Suites offers views of the Kaikoura Ranges and modern bathrooms with underfloor heating. Free WiFi and free parking are included.
Grace
New Zealand
Always a pleasure staying here, nothing is ever a hassle. A very warm welcome, rooms are always clean and comfortable.
Will always be our port of call for nights stop off or a weekend stay. Look forward to staying again.
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.
Andre
New Zealand
Right across the road from the beach at the quieter end of the bay. Lovely to sit on the seat at the front of the property and watch the sunset and sunrise.Very spacious unit. Comfortable beds and good shower.
Located opposite Pacific Ocean Beach, The Fairways Luxury Accommodation Kaikoura offers free WiFi. Some apartments offer mountain views and/or views of the golf course..
On average, 3-star hotels in Kaikoura cost £91 per night, and 4-star hotels in Kaikoura are £83 per night. If you're looking for something really special, a 5-star hotel in Kaikoura can on average be found for £145 per night (based on Booking.com prices).
The average price per night for a 3-star hotel in Kaikoura this weekend is £75 or, for a 4-star hotel, £90. Looking for something even fancier? 5-star hotels in Kaikoura for this weekend cost on average around £197 per night (based on Booking.com prices).
On average, it costs £74 per night to book a 3-star hotel in Kaikoura for tonight. You'll pay on average around £87 if you choose to stay in a 4-star hotel tonight, while a 5-star hotel in Kaikoura will cost around £215 (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.
We stayed 4 nights at Cubby House and it was hard to leave. Leanne & Richard are excellent hosts, friendly & knowledgeable of the area.
Cubby House is cozy, quirky & filled with everything you need for your stay - kitchen & bath amenities, games & comfort.
The distance to Kaikōura is easy and looking out the windows you can see the ocean & mountains.
We had a wonderful stay here and would not change a thing.
We one hundred percent recommend Cubby House! Thank you.
It's our first trip to Kaikoura and we found everything's perfect here - clear instructions from Richard and Moira, finest equipment (basically everything we need from a house is available), superb sceneries (we got both open sea and mountain!), and quiet neighbourhood. Love our getaway weekend here and wish we could have stayed longer! It's cozy like a house but with a quality of 5*.
Look forward to coming back again on our next trip to Kaikoura.
Great location and value in Kaikoura, and bonus to have private parking (although only 4 spaces available!)
A really nice seating area outside, perfect for a nice weather evening/morning.
Lady at reception was friendly, and there were lots of leaflets with suggested activities to help decide how to enjoy our stay in the area.
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.
Great location with supermarket and petrol down the road. Facilities were excellent - well organised, clean and easy to use. Fantastic TV - size and easy to use, same as the wifi. Having stayed in three different motels over three nights - this was definitely the best!
Nice quiet location with access to the beach across the street. perfect for a pre dinner walk. Enjoyed being away from busy Kaikoura, but yet close. Be sure to walk the Kaikoura Peninsula Walkway - it was wonderful!
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.
Beautiful place to stay. Great space for 2 adult's and 3 teenagers. Right across the road from the beach and a short walk to the shops. Loved Kaikoura will definitely be back to stay at the White Morph.
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
We liked everything about the property. It is one of the best motels we have stayed in and we would highly recommend it. Hosts were so friendly and the unit was so well set up and super comfortable.
This hotel is a great addition to Kaikoura. Only just opened, so all facilities modern and clean. Good atmosphere in the bar area, and good restaurant food, with really friendly staff everywhere.
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.
Lovely stay Reception was welcoming and helpful The unit was warm, comfortable, clean and tidy After staying in 3 previous horels/motels on our journey south it was an absolute god send
Hotel was modern, quality of room and bathroom furnishings was good, staff was very attentive and friendly. Location was across from the beach, and close to the main town center.
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