Kaikoura Peninsula Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Kaikoura Peninsula
Stay near popular Kaikoura Peninsula attractions
Activities
Whale Watching in Kaikoura by Boat
AU$150
per adult
78% of travellers recommend
Kaikōura Whale Watching Scenic Flight (40 Minutes)
AU$246
per adult
Kaikōura: Zipline and Native Forest Adventure Trip
AU$166
per adult
Kaikoura: Coastal and Alpine Scenic Airplane Flight
AU$163
per adult
Our pick of the best Kaikoura Peninsula Hotel Deals
Sudima Kaikoura
Esplanade, 114 Kaikoura Canterbury
The price is AU$173 per night from 14 Sept to 15 Sept
AU$173
14 Sept - 15 Sept
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! (628 reviews)
"Great staff and location clean room very happy"
Reviewed on 5 Sept 2026
Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments
126 Esplanade Kaikoura Canterbury
The price is AU$118 per night from 11 Sept to 12 Sept
AU$118
11 Sept - 12 Sept
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! (642 reviews)
"Great location. Very clean and comfy ."
Reviewed on 9 Sept 2026
Mondello Kaikoura
29 Beach Rd Kaikoura Canterbury
The price is AU$109 per night from 17 Sept to 18 Sept
AU$109
17 Sept - 18 Sept
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 ...
Kaikoura Quality Suites
154 Beach Road Kaikoura
The price is AU$110 per night from 10 Sept to 11 Sept
AU$110
10 Sept - 11 Sept
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (511 reviews)
"Well maintained property, good amenities. The stuff was friendly and helpful (able to accommodate late arrival). Scenic view. The only downside is that it is very close to the highway (which did not bother me due to low traffic). Reasonably priced."
Reviewed on 8 Sept 2026
Kaikoura Beach Motel
124 Esplanade Kaikoura Canterbury
The price is AU$98 per night from 13 Sept to 14 Sept
AU$98
13 Sept - 14 Sept
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (448 reviews)
"Beautiful location and beautiful views. right on the beach."
Reviewed on 17 Aug 2026
Alpine-pacific Holiday Park
69 Beach Road Kaikoura
The price is AU$80 per night from 8 Oct to 9 Oct
AU$80
8 Oct - 9 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! (501 reviews)
"I highly recommend Alpine pacific as a solo traveller. It’s affordable, clean and has friendly staff. There is a large section in the centre of the property with bathrooms and showers that were tidy and clean, as well as a laundry room and kitchen (if you’re planning to cook I recommend bringing ..."
Reviewed on 5 Aug 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.
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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 Fyffe House.
Kaikoura Flat
While visiting Kaikoura Flat, you might make a stop by sights like Mount Fyffe and Kaikoura Beach.
