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Our top choices for Kaikōura family-friendly hotels

A balcony with a view of the sea, a chair, and a glass door.

1. 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$324
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
Kaikoura Luxury Apartments
A balcony with a view of the sea and trees, wooden flooring, and a seating area with a sofa and chairs.

2. Sudima Kaikoura

Sudima Kaikoura
5.0 star property
Kaikoura
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (648 reviews)
"Clean room and friendly staff."
Australia
sanjay
The price is AU$193
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Sudima Kaikoura
A hotel room with a bed, a window with a mountain view, and a curtain.

3. Mondello Kaikoura

Mondello Kaikoura
3.0 star property
Kaikoura
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (495 reviews)
"Staff helpful room spotless easy walking to town for food etc"
United Kingdom
JACQUALINE
The price is AU$170
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
Mondello Kaikoura
A modern house with a glass facade, outdoor seating, and a view of the mountains.

4. The Fairways Accommodation Kaikoura

The Fairways Accommodation Kaikoura
3.5 star property
Kaikoura Flat
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (426 reviews)
"Good stay in a beautiful location and helpful friendly staff"
Australia
Anna
The price is AU$152
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
The Fairways Accommodation Kaikoura
A spacious living room with a large window offering a view of the ocean and greenery, a brown leather sofa, a glass coffee table, and a modern pendant light.

5. Ocean & Mountain Views 3-bedroom Home

Ocean & Mountain Views 3-bedroom Home
4.0 star property
Kaikōura
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (5 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$252
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Ocean & Mountain Views 3-bedroom Home
A glass table and chairs with a view of a lake and mountains.

6. The White Morph - Heritage Collection

The White Morph - Heritage Collection
4.5 star property
Kaikoura
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (660 reviews)
"Great property, stunning views, fantastic locations just off the restaurant/shop section and super helpful staff."
Canada
Monique
The price is AU$193
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
The White Morph - Heritage Collection
A modern pool area with a rectangular pool, surrounded by a black fence, and adjacent buildings with balconies and windows.

7. Kaikoura Gateway Motor Lodge

Kaikoura Gateway Motor Lodge
4.5 star property
Kaikoura
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (614 reviews)
"Great location and good modern motel"
Australia
Stephen
The price is AU$202
includes taxes & fees
14 Nov - 15 Nov
Kaikoura Gateway Motor Lodge
An outdoor seating area with wooden tables and chairs, overlooking a body of water.

8. Kaikoura Boutique Hotel

Kaikoura Boutique Hotel
4.5 star property
Kaikoura
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (388 reviews)
"Cosy but clean room, staff was helpful and breakfast Was good."
United States
Mansoor
The price is AU$226
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Kaikoura Boutique Hotel
A resort with a pool, hot tubs, and a view of mountains.

9. Alpine-pacific Holiday Park

Alpine-pacific Holiday Park
3.0 star property
Kaikoura
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (509 reviews)
"The amenities and cleanliness of the place was five star. It was such a serene location and we had a great time. My only issue was their things to do around town book needed updating. A super minor thing that didn’t really impact us. Already planning the next stay!"
Australia
Moira
The price is AU$96
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Alpine-pacific Holiday Park
A hotel with a reception area, a parking lot, and a playground with a wooden structure.

10. Bella Vista Motel Kaikoura

Bella Vista Motel Kaikoura
4.0 star property
Kaikoura
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (335 reviews)
"friendly staff.. extremely clean..quiet rooms with great spacious shower.. complimentary plunger coffee and biscuit was welcome after long day driving.. view from upstairs unit overlooked snowy mountains.. easy walk into town center and bit harder uphill to justify eating treats."
Australia
jan
The price is AU$160
includes taxes & fees
20 Nov - 21 Nov
Bella Vista Motel Kaikoura
A playground with a yellow slide, swings, and a building with a red-tiled roof in the background.

11. Kaikoura Motor Inn

Kaikoura Motor Inn
2.0 star property
Kaikoura
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (540 reviews)
"Lovely room and beds were excellent. Bathroom & Kitchenette were excellent. Relaxing atmosphere after a very long drive. Fish & chips in town and back to the Motor Inn - I would definitely stay here again."
Australia
Rata
The price is AU$154
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Kaikoura Motor Inn
A motel with a large sign advertising vacancies.

12. Sierra Beachfront Motel

Sierra Beachfront Motel
2.5 star property
Kaikoura
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (286 reviews)
"While it is an older motel It is clean and has all the amenities you require. It is value for money to put your head down for the night with good choice of food places not far down the road to choose from if you wish to support local eatery business (the thai shop was good!) or a little further for the supermarket for the more budget conscious traveller"
Australia
Bevan
The price is AU$105
includes taxes & fees
10 Dec - 11 Dec
Sierra Beachfront Motel
A wooden deck with a picnic table where three people are seated.

13. Dusky Lodge - Hostel

Dusky Lodge - Hostel
2.0 star property
Kaikoura
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (231 reviews)
"Friendly staff, comfortable rooms and good location. "
United Kingdom
Anna
The price is AU$103
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
Dusky Lodge - Hostel
A modern kitchen with black countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a window providing natural light.

14. Willowbank Motel

Willowbank Motel
2.5 star property
Kaikoura
7.8 out of 10, Good, (141 reviews)
"Was welcoming and clean, plenty of room and lovely staff"
Australia
Deirdre
The price is AU$178
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Willowbank Motel
A covered wagon with a wooden structure, a wooden ramp, and red wheels.

15. Wacky Stays

Wacky Stays
2.5 star property
Kaikoura Flat
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (82 reviews)
"Great stay, quaint little cottage & the kids thoroughly enjoyed the animal feeding "
Australia
Adrian
The price is AU$177
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
Wacky Stays
A wooden house with a front door, two windows, and a small garden area with a bench and a tree.

16. Dylans Country Cottages

Dylans Country Cottages
3.0 star property
Kaikoura Flat
7.4 out of 10, Good, (10 reviews)
"Host Myra was very warm and hospitable. She served us a scrumptious breakfast of freshly baked baguettes, jam and yogurt 😋 "
Australia
Maria
The price is AU$201
includes taxes & fees
7 Dec - 8 Dec
Dylans Country Cottages
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Choose what matters most at family-friendly hotels in Kaikōura

Breakfast included
Pool

Family-friendly hotels with free breakfast in Kaikōura

A balcony with a view of the sea and trees, wooden flooring, and a seating area with a sofa and chairs.
Sudima Kaikoura

Sudima Kaikoura

Sudima Kaikoura
5.0 star property
Kaikoura
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (648)
The price is AU$193
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Sudima Kaikoura
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Family-friendly hotels with pools in Kaikōura

A balcony with a view of the sea and trees, wooden flooring, and a seating area with a sofa and chairs.
Sudima Kaikoura

Sudima Kaikoura

Sudima Kaikoura
5.0 star property
Kaikoura
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (648)
The price is AU$193
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Sudima Kaikoura
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Top Kaikōura Hotel Reviews

Alpine-pacific Holiday Park

Alpine-pacific Holiday Park

8/10 Good
"Good place to stay nice little log cabin style room"
kyle 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Alpine-pacific Holiday Park

Frequently asked questions

What's Kaikōura like for family-friendly holidays?
The relaxing destination of Kaikōura is a good choice if you've been thinking about a trip with your children. The dolphin watching, whale watching and beaches are just some of the things that make this a good destination for family holidays.
What's the best family accommodation in Kaikōura?
Sudima Kaikoura is a hotel with an outdoor pool and a restaurant, and it's a top choice on Expedia for families. Other good options for your stay with the children include Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments and Te Mahuru Retreat.
How many hotels that welcome families will I be able to find in Kaikōura?
Expedia has 12 family-friendly hotels and other accommodation options in Kaikōura.
When's the best time to book a family-friendly holiday in Kaikōura?
The hottest months are usually January and February, with an average temperature of 17°C, while the coldest months are July and August, with an average of 9°C. Average annual precipitation for Kaikōura is 1045 mm.
What's there to see and do with your family in Kaikōura?
While you and the family are holidaying in Kaikōura, you may want to get outside and enjoy the great outdoors at spots such as Kaikoura Beach, Peninsula Walkway and Mount Fyffe. Make sure that you have time to explore activities such as Seaward Kaikoura Range and Fyffe House.