Kaikōura Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Kaikōura
Our guide on where to stay in Kaikōura
Find the best Kaikōura 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.
Kaikoura Peninsula
If you're spending some time in Kaikoura Peninsula, Peninsula Walkway and Point Kean Seal Colony are top sights worth seeing.
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
Fully refundable
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 ...
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.
The Fairways Accommodation Kaikoura
1 Kersage Drive - Ocean Ridge Kaikoura
Stay at this beach aparthotel in Kaikōura. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
Kaikoura Luxury Apartments
78 Esplanade Kaikoura Canterbury
Stay at this luxury apartment in Kaikōura. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Kaikoura Museum and Kaikoura District Museum ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (52 reviews)
"Lives up to its name!"
Reviewed on 15 July 2026
Barnacle Bills
86 Scarborough Street Kaikoura Canterbury
Stay at this cottage in Kaikōura. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Kaikoura Museum and Kaikoura District Museum are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (28 reviews)
"The kitchen was great, it’s a lovely cottage set in beautiful gardens."
Reviewed on 28 Apr 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.
Stay near popular Kaikōura 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
