Kaikoura Peninsula Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Kaikoura Peninsula
Stay near popular Kaikoura Peninsula attractions
Activities
Kaikōura Whale Watching Scenic Flight (40 Minutes)
AU$237
per adult
Kaikōura: Zipline and Native Forest Adventure Trip
AU$160
per adult
Kaikoura: Coastal and Alpine Scenic Airplane Flight
AU$157
per adult
Whale Watching in Kaikoura by Boat
AU$144
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Our pick of the best Kaikoura Peninsula Hotel Deals
Sudima Kaikoura
Esplanade, 114 Kaikoura Canterbury
The price is AU$161 per night from 27 Oct to 28 Oct
AU$161
27 Oct - 28 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Kaikōura. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (637 reviews)
"We booked a balcony room with an ocean view. It was very nice. The room was clean and the bed was comfortable. However, the shower had no door and was very dark and the lighting in the bathroom was also very dark. They do have a gym, but it is very small. Also the gym does not have water or heavy ..."
Reviewed on 24 Oct 2026
Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments
126 Esplanade Kaikoura Canterbury
The price is AU$125 per night from 22 Nov to 23 Nov
AU$125
22 Nov - 23 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Kaikōura. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and bike hire on-site. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (654 reviews)
"Large sunny 2 bedroom apartment nicely appointed and furnished. Opposite the beachfront. Large kitchen , nice bathroom"
Reviewed on 23 Oct 2026
Kaikoura Quality Suites
154 Beach Road Kaikoura
The price is AU$124 per night from 23 Nov to 24 Nov
AU$124
23 Nov - 24 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Kaikōura. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
Alpine-pacific Holiday Park
69 Beach Road Kaikoura
The price is AU$86 per night from 28 Oct to 29 Oct
AU$86
28 Oct - 29 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this holiday park in Kaikōura. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Kaikoura Museum and Kaikoura District Museum are ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (506 reviews)
"Stayed in cabin with bathroom. Was very good. Nice and warm and lots of heating."
Reviewed on 12 Oct 2026
Alpine View Motel
146 Beach Road Kaikoura
The price is AU$126 per night from 28 Oct to 29 Oct
AU$126
28 Oct - 29 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Kaikōura. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 12 beach bars. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions Kaikoura ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (569 reviews)
"A great place to stay. Very tidy and comfortable."
Reviewed on 24 Oct 2026
Mondello Kaikoura
29 Beach Rd Kaikoura Canterbury
The price is AU$141 per night from 28 Oct to 29 Oct
AU$141
28 Oct - 29 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Kaikōura. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (492 reviews)
"Excellent apartment, very clean, quiet well equipped , strong shower pressure and an amazing view of the mountains!"
Reviewed on 17 Oct 2026
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Our guide on where to stay in Kaikoura Peninsula
Find the best Kaikoura Peninsula areas for the activities you enjoy most.
South Bay
Though South Bay may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Peninsula Walkway and Point Kean Seal Colony.
Kaikoura Flat
While visiting Kaikoura Flat, you might make a stop by sights like Mount Fyffe and Kaikoura Beach.
