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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 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,659 reviews
Price from
US$100.44
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, 1,444 reviews
Price from
US$126.27
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.

M
Mary
From
Australia
The undercover car park, the spacious living area, not to mention the fabulous views of the mountains and the sea. And being able to hear the waves was breath-taking. Having a washing machine and dryer. The kitchen was fully equipped. Shops and restaurants were are short walk away. There's a cafe and restaurant only two minutes walk away that cater for people with food allergies/intolerances. And seeing dolphins from our balcony with the use of the apartment telescope was just exciting.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 316 reviews
Price from
US$185.39
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.

J
Judi
From
Australia
Amazing views, clean and luxurious-best accommodation ever
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.9
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 157 reviews
Price from
US$304.19
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...

R
Richard
From
Germany
This was the best motel we ever had on our trip in NZ. The very nice owner couple are doing their best to fulfill wishes of their guests.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 277 reviews
Price from
US$155.11
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.

S
Shing Hung
From
Hong Kong
Stunning sea view just in frount of the bedroom. The owner will prepare homemade delicous breakfast and we really enjoy the breakfast time. Will definitely recommend to friends and relatives.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 276 reviews
Price from
US$188.26
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.

M
Malcolm
From
Australia
Everything!! Thanks Kylie so much. you have a lovely place in a lovely position and you were so welcoming and Hilo was great😃😃😃
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 126 reviews
Price from
US$149.23
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.

S
Siwicki
From
Australia
A wonderful experience, fabulous hosts nothing was any trouble and they made us feel like part of the family. Would highly recommend staying at this property. Great views and handy location, just a short walk to town with numerous shops and restaurants that cater for all tastes. A good breakfast was included in our stay and it was a great start to the day, very enjoyable and a high standard of food provided to kick the day along.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 102 reviews
Price from
US$189.40
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 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews
Price from
US$218.10
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 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 7 reviews
Price from
US$479.19
1 night, 2 adults
All beach hotels in Kaikoura

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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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Popular with guests booking beach hotels in Kaikoura

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 344 reviews

Popular with guests booking beach hotels in Kaikoura

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews

Popular with guests booking beach hotels in Kaikoura

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 562 reviews

Popular with guests booking beach hotels in Kaikoura

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 276 reviews

Popular with guests booking beach hotels in Kaikoura

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 999 reviews

Popular with guests booking beach hotels in Kaikoura

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 852 reviews

Popular with guests booking beach hotels in Kaikoura

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,658 reviews

Popular with guests booking beach hotels in Kaikoura

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,024 reviews

Popular with guests booking beach hotels in Kaikoura

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,448 reviews

Popular with guests booking beach hotels in Kaikoura

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,747 reviews

Save money on beach in Kaikoura and nearby – budget options available

Sea View Motel - Unit 3

Kaikoura
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
Good - What previous guests thought, 9 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.

From US$140.19 per night

Sea View Motel - Unit 7

Kaikoura
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
Good - What previous guests thought, 71 reviews

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

From US$140.38 per night

Sea View Motel - Unit 1

Kaikoura
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
Good - What previous guests thought, 57 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$155.21 per night

Sea View Motel - Unit 5

Kaikoura
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.6
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 32 reviews

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

From US$115.79 per night

Sea View Motel - Unit 6

Kaikoura
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.4
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 38 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$123.20 per night

Alpine View Motel

Kaikoura
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 999 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$99.29 per night

Bay Cottages

Kaikoura
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 344 reviews

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

From US$97.57 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 102 reviews

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

From US$189.40 per night

Enjoy breakfast in Kaikoura and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 332 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$155.09 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 316 reviews

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.

The Hamptons

Kaikoura
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 277 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, 96 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 6.8
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 67 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, 73 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 6.8
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.

Blue Seas Motel

Kaikoura
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,747 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.

Highly rated beach hotels in Kaikoura and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 562 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$171.61 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 101 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.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 8 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.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.9
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 157 reviews

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.

From US$304.19 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.9
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 24 reviews

Facing the seafront, The Factory Luxury Accomodation is a villa providing a 5-star accommodation in Kaikoura. It features water sports facilities, spa and wellness centre and parking on-site.

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Avg. price/night: US$169.32
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 852 reviews
Right on the beach front, great view. Super comfortable and clean
Guest review by
Jessica
Young couple
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,747 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
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 316 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$191.70
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,658 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$190.29
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,024 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