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All filtersBlue Seas Motels Kaikoura
222 Esplanade, Kaikoura, New Zealand
Show on map0.5 mi from city centre, Kaikoura
GoodBased on 1,397 reviews
7.0
Blue Seas Motel is located in Kaikoura and is close to Kaikoura Beach. It is conveniently positioned for those wanting to sightsee in the area.
Kaikoura Gateway Motor Lodge
18 Churchill Street, Kaikoura, New Zealand
Show on map0.9 mi from city centre, Kaikoura
ExcellentBased on 1,146 reviews
8.2
Kaikoura Gateway Motor Lodge is situated on South Island and provides 4-star accommodation as well as free Wi-Fi. Popular facilities, such as an outdoor pool and a sauna, make for a satisfying stay in Kaikoura.
The White Morph - Heritage Collection
92-94 The Esplanade, Kaikoura, New Zealand
Show on map0.4 mi from city centre, Kaikoura
ExcellentBased on 550 reviews
8.7
The White Morph Heritage is located on South Island and offers 5-star facilities in addition to free Wi-Fi. The numerous amenities this modern motel features include highchairs, DVD/video rental and luggage storage.
Kaikoura TOP 10 Holiday Park
Kaikoura, New Zealand
Show on map1.4 mi from city centre, Kaikoura
ExcellentBased on 551 reviews
8.6
Featuring a Jacuzzi and an outdoor pool, Kaikoura TOP 10 Holiday Park is located in Kaikoura and provides comfortable accommodation. It also offers a sun deck, a playground and meeting rooms.
Lobster Inn Motor Lodge
115 Beach Road, Kaikoura, New Zealand
Show on map1.9 mi from city centre, Kaikoura
ExcellentBased on 457 reviews
8.2
Lobster Inn Motor Lodge is located on South Island and offers 4-star facilities as well as free Wi-Fi. It also provides free private parking on site and Gold Art & Design Gallery is a brief car trip away.
Kaikoura Boutique Hotel
146 Esplanade, Kaikoura, New Zealand
Show on map0.5 mi from city centre, Kaikoura
ExcellentBased on 417 reviews
8.2
Kaikoura Boutique Hotel is situated on South Island and provides 4-star accommodation as well as free Wi-Fi. The various facilities this contemporary hotel offers include luggage storage, a ticket service and a concierge.
Dusky Lodge
67 Beach road, Kaikoura, New Zealand
Show on map1.6 mi from city centre, Kaikoura
ExcellentBased on 1,170 reviews
8.2
Set in Kaikoura, Dusky Lodge and Backpackers is a five-minute walk from the Kaikoura District Museum & Archives and features an outdoor pool. It also provides luggage storage and a designated smoking area.
Kaikoura Motor Inn
205 Beach Road, Kaikoura, New Zealand
Show on map2.5 mi from city centre, Kaikoura
ExcellentBased on 367 reviews
8.0
Heritage Court Motor Lodge provides comfortable 3-star accommodation in Kaikoura. It also offers luggage storage, a ticket service and a playground.
The Fairways Luxury Accommodation Kaikoura
Kaikoura, New Zealand
Show on map2.0 mi from city centre, Kaikoura
ExcellentBased on 744 reviews
8.5
The Fairways at Ocean Ridge provides 3-star accommodation, plus a private beach, an express check-in and check-out feature and a 24-hour reception. It is also a short car trip from Kaikoura Beach and Gold Art & Design Gallery.
Kaikoura Quality Suites
154 Beach Road, Kaikoura, New Zealand
Show on map2.2 mi from city centre, Kaikoura
ExcellentBased on 1,084 reviews
8.9
Kaikoura Quality Suites is located in Kaikoura and offers free Wi-Fi. It also provides an airport shuttle, a 24-hour reception and luggage storage.
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| Cheapest month: | July |
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| Most expensive month: | November |
| Average price in Kaikoura: | $106/night |
| Cheapest price found: | $19/night |
| Cheapest day: | Tuesday |
| Most expensive day: | Saturday |
$49 - $225
Average price per night / 3-star hotel. Prices are not fixed and may vary with time.$56 - $225
Average price per night / 3-star hotel. Prices are not fixed and may vary with time.Top Rated Kaikoura hotels
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Kaikoura Gateway Motor Lodge
18 Churchill Street, Kaikoura, New Zealand
Show on map0.9 mi from city centre, Kaikoura, New Zealand
Kaikoura Gateway Motor Lodge is situated on South Island and provides 4-star accommodation as well as free Wi-Fi. Popular facilities, such as an outdoor pool and a sauna, make for a satisfying stay in Kaikoura.
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Waves Luxury Apartments
Kaikoura, New Zealand
Show on map0.6 mi from city centre, Kaikoura, New Zealand
Waves Apartments Kaikoura provides a unique setting while in Kaikoura. It also features free bicycle rental, a 24-hour reception and highchairs.
3
Panorama Motel
266 Esplanade, Kaikoura, New Zealand
Show on map0.7 mi from city centre, Kaikoura, New Zealand
This comfortable motel in Kaikoura offers free Wi-Fi, as well as a swimming pool and snow sports. It is ideally located for guests wanting to visit the area's popular attractions.
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Show all 177 hotelsDusky Lodge
67 Beach road, Kaikoura, New Zealand
Show on map1.6 mi from city centre,
Set in Kaikoura, Dusky Lodge and Backpackers is a five-minute walk from the Kaikoura District Museum & Archives and features an outdoor pool. It also provides luggage storage and a designated smoking area.
$17
Avg. per night
Kaikoura TOP 10 Holiday Park
Kaikoura, New Zealand
Show on map1.4 mi from city centre,
Featuring a Jacuzzi and an outdoor pool, Kaikoura TOP 10 Holiday Park is located in Kaikoura and provides comfortable accommodation. It also offers a sun deck, a playground and meeting rooms.
$46
Avg. per night
The Pier Hotel And Restaurant
1 Avoca Street, Kaikoura, New Zealand
Show on map0.9 mi from city centre,
The Pier Hotel Kaikoura is located in Kaikoura and offers free Wi-Fi. It is also a short car ride from Kaikoura Beach and the Kaikoura District Museum & Archives.
$53
Avg. per night
Blue Seas Motels Kaikoura
222 Esplanade, Kaikoura, New Zealand
Show on map0.5 mi from city centre,
Blue Seas Motel is located in Kaikoura and is close to Kaikoura Beach. It is conveniently positioned for those wanting to sightsee in the area.
$59
Avg. per night
A1 Kaikoura Motel & Holiday Park
9-15 Beach Road, Kaikoura, New Zealand
Show on map1.3 mi from city centre,
A1 Kaikoura Motel & Holiday Park is situated in Kaikoura and features free wireless internet. A short walk from Kaikoura Beach, it provides comfortable rooms equipped with a refrigerator.
$65
Avg. per night
Kaikoura Motor Inn
205 Beach Road, Kaikoura, New Zealand
Show on map2.5 mi from city centre,
Heritage Court Motor Lodge provides comfortable 3-star accommodation in Kaikoura. It also offers luggage storage, a ticket service and a playground.
$66
Avg. per night
Willowbank Motel
183 Beach Road, Kaikoura, New Zealand
Show on map2.4 mi from city centre,
Willowbank Motel is located in Kaikoura and is close to the Kaikoura District Museum & Archives. It also provides a playground, a 24-hour reception and a diving centre.
$77
Avg. per night
Lobster Inn Motor Lodge
115 Beach Road, Kaikoura, New Zealand
Show on map1.9 mi from city centre,
Lobster Inn Motor Lodge is located on South Island and offers 4-star facilities as well as free Wi-Fi. It also provides free private parking on site and Gold Art & Design Gallery is a brief car trip away.
$78
Avg. per night
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About Kaikoura
Things to do
Encounter Kaikoura's most majestic marine life on a whale-watching cruise between November and March. If you’re lucky, you might even glimpse the annual migration. You can also go snorkeling with wild dolphins.
Point Kean Seal Colony is another must-see for wildlife enthusiasts, offering a peninsula boardwalk and viewing platform where you can see the fur seals up close. On your return journey, stop by Kaikoura Seafood BBQ, a long-standing roadside restaurant and top-rated place to sample affordable crayfish and scallops.
One of the best provincial museums in New Zealand, the Kaikoura Museum offers an insightful look into the culture and traditions of the Maori people and Kaikoura’s whaling and farming history. For an outdoor adventure, follow a wilderness trail in the Kaikoura Ranges, such as the Mt Fyffe and Kowhai-Hapuku circuits.
Arrive in time for Kaikoura Seafest, a one-day celebration in early October that blends seafood, wine, beer and music. Costumes are encouraged, so feel free to join in with the local folk by dressing as a penguin, dolphin or whale. After all the festivities, stroll through purple gardens at Lavendyl Lavender Farm.
Getting around
Kaikoura is a scenic 2.5-hour drive north of Christchurch International Airport. Intercity buses arrive from Christchurch, while trains come from Picton in the north. Rental cars and shuttle buses are available for local transport.
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The seaside settlement of Kaikoura rests where the Pacific Ocean meets the snow-capped peaks of the Seaward Kaikoura Ranges. It’s one of New Zealand’s best places to encounter whales, catch and eat crayfish and hike coastal trails.
Things to do in Kaikoura
Encounter Kaikoura's most majestic marine life on a whale-watching cruise between November and March. If you’re lucky, you might even glimpse the annual migration. You can also go snorkeling with wild dolphins.
Point Kean Seal Colony is another must-see for wildlife enthusiasts, offering a peninsula boardwalk and viewing platform where you can see the fur seals up close. On your return journey, stop by Kaikoura Seafood BBQ, a long-standing roadside restaurant and top-rated place to sample affordable crayfish and scallops.
One of the best provincial museums in New Zealand, the Kaikoura Museum offers an insightful look into the culture and traditions of the Maori people and Kaikoura’s whaling and farming history. For an outdoor adventure, follow a wilderness trail in the Kaikoura Ranges, such as the Mt Fyffe and Kowhai-Hapuku circuits.
Arrive in time for Kaikoura Seafest, a one-day celebration in early October that blends seafood, wine, beer and music. Costumes are encouraged, so feel free to join in with the local folk by dressing as a penguin, dolphin or whale. After all the festivities, stroll through purple gardens at Lavendyl Lavender Farm.
Getting around Kaikoura
Kaikoura is a scenic 2.5-hour drive north of Christchurch International Airport. Intercity buses arrive from Christchurch, while trains come from Picton in the north. Rental cars and shuttle buses are available for local transport.
What are the best hotels in Kaikoura?
730 reviews rated Alpine-Pacific Holiday Park with an average score of 8.4/10. It may also be worth looking into the Blue Seas Motels Kaikoura, which received a rating of 7.0/10 from 1,397 reviews. Kaikoura Gateway Motor Lodge could also be a good option, with a score of 8.2/10 from 1,146 reviews.