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1. The Fairways Accommodation Kaikoura

The Fairways Accommodation Kaikoura
3.5 star property
Kaikoura Flat
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (424 reviews)
"The room was excellent. Staff were very friendly and helpful"
Australia
ANNETTE
The price is AU$156
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
The Fairways Accommodation Kaikoura

2. Barnacle Bills

Barnacle Bills
3.5 star property
Kaikoura
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (28 reviews)
"Great location and a lovely cottage with everything needed for a comfortable stay."
New Zealand
Patricia
The price is AU$182
includes taxes & fees
4 Sept - 5 Sept
Barnacle Bills

3. Kaikoura Luxury Apartments

Kaikoura Luxury Apartments
5.0 star property
Kaikoura
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (52 reviews)
"Lives up to its name!"
United States
Alfred
The price is AU$244
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Kaikoura Luxury Apartments

4. Glenburn Coastal Retreat

Glenburn Coastal Retreat
4.0 star property
Hapuku
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (54 reviews)
"Very nice stay"
United States
James
The price is AU$410
includes taxes & fees
12 Sept - 13 Sept
Glenburn Coastal Retreat

5. Ocean & Mountain Views 3-bedroom Home

Ocean & Mountain Views 3-bedroom Home
4.0 star property
Kaikōura
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (4 reviews)
"Beautiful views and central location. The stars are amazing and the local activities are out of this world. "
United States
Sarah
The price is AU$210
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Ocean & Mountain Views 3-bedroom Home

6. The Factory

The Factory
4.0 star property
Hapuku
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (8 reviews)
"Lovely place with easy access to the beach. Extremely quiet and dark, allowing for great stargazing. Plenty of room for our family to spread out. Friendly host who quickly explained everything and was available for questions via text. Would definitely return the next time we’re near Kaikoura. "
United States
Aaron
The price is AU$382
includes taxes & fees
5 Sept - 6 Sept
The Factory

7. Centrally located Hilltop Apartment

Centrally located Hilltop Apartment
3.5 star property
Kaikōura
The price is AU$152
includes taxes & fees
3 Sept - 4 Sept
Centrally located Hilltop Apartment

8. Stunning Views | Contemporary | Escape - KK24113

Stunning Views | Contemporary | Escape - KK24113
Kaikoura
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"Property great"
United Kingdom
Alan
The price is AU$343
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Stunning Views | Contemporary | Escape - KK24113

9. Beach front cottage

Beach front cottage
South Bay
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (37 reviews)
"Great location - kids enjoyed watching the boats go out"
New Zealand
Kelly I.
The price is AU$302
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Beach front cottage

10. Central | Beach Nearby | Parking - KK27622

Central | Beach Nearby | Parking - KK27622
Kaikoura
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (4 reviews)
"Great location, wonderful stay, host service is excellent."
United States
Henry
The price is AU$307
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Central | Beach Nearby | Parking - KK27622

11. Waterfront | Great Views | Affordable | Unit 2 - KK91642

Waterfront | Great Views | Affordable | Unit 2 - KK91642
Kaikoura
7.2 out of 10, Good, (7 reviews)
"Fantastic location. Incredible view!Lots of room.Wifi seemed a little slow at times."
United States
Cynthia B.
The price is AU$162
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Waterfront | Great Views | Affordable | Unit 2 - KK91642

12. Waves Apartment 9 | KK94009

Waves Apartment 9 | KK94009
Kaikoura
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2 reviews)
"Wonderful place to stay. Convenient location, clean, well stocked, cozy seating. The view is amazing! It was easy to find and parking was great."
United States
Kelly H.
The price is AU$279
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Waves Apartment 9 | KK94009

13. Kaikōura Peaks Studio Retreat 4

Kaikōura Peaks Studio Retreat 4
Kaikoura
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (8 reviews)
"Great little place, the host was great."
New Zealand
Delicia O.
The price is AU$124
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Kaikōura Peaks Studio Retreat 4

14. South Bay | Classic Bach | Close to Marina - KK48126

South Bay | Classic Bach | Close to Marina - KK48126
South Bay
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (5 reviews)
"Lovely property and ideal location was perfect for our pup to would recommend"
United States
James C.
The price is AU$241
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
South Bay | Classic Bach | Close to Marina - KK48126

15. Charming Villa | Family Friendly | Handy to Town - KK14769

Charming Villa | Family Friendly | Handy to Town - KK14769
Kaikoura
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (12 reviews)
"Great location"
United States
Anonymous traveller
The price is AU$366
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Charming Villa | Family Friendly | Handy to Town - KK14769

16. Handy Location | Ocean & Mountain Views | Close to Park - KK96845

Handy Location | Ocean & Mountain Views | Close to Park - KK96845
Kaikoura
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (4 reviews)
"Easy check-in and a convenient walking path to get to town. The star gazing on the front deck was incredible."
Netherlands
Mandie T.
The price is AU$254
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Handy Location | Ocean & Mountain Views | Close to Park - KK96845

17. Beach Nearby | Balcony | Stroll to Town – KK77018

Beach Nearby | Balcony | Stroll to Town – KK77018
Kaikōura
The price is AU$277
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Beach Nearby | Balcony | Stroll to Town – KK77018

18. South Bay | Cosy | BBQ Area - KK61334

South Bay | Cosy | BBQ Area - KK61334
South Bay
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (19 reviews)
"Lovely place to stay, best part there it was well stocked with kitchen basics plus a Nespresso machine with pods!"
New Zealand
Deepcover N.
The price is AU$225
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
South Bay | Cosy | BBQ Area - KK61334

19. First Light Kaikoura | Unit 1 | KK43601

First Light Kaikoura | Unit 1 | KK43601
Kaikoura
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (3 reviews)
"Lovely location, and a clean and comfortable room"
United States
Glynis S.
The price is AU$139
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
First Light Kaikoura | Unit 1 | KK43601

20. Views | Spacious | Sunny - KK29174

Views | Spacious | Sunny - KK29174
Kaikoura
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (5 reviews)
"Great location, perfect for our stay.Thank you."
New Zealand
Christina F.
The price is AU$253
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Views | Spacious | Sunny - KK29174
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