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 Fyffe House and Peninsula Walkway.
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$156 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
AU$156
9 Aug - 10 Aug
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! (606 reviews)
"Comfy bed and beautiful location. Everything was up to date. Breakfast was delicious and ample."
Reviewed on 10 July 2026
Kaikoura Quality Suites
154 Beach Road Kaikoura
The price is AU$124 per night from 11 July to 12 July
AU$124
11 July - 12 July
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! (502 reviews)
"Place was great."
Reviewed on 26 June 2026
Mondello Kaikoura
29 Beach Rd Kaikoura Canterbury
The price is AU$99 per night from 13 July to 14 July
AU$99
13 July - 14 July
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! (470 reviews)
"Fantastic accomodation - extremely clean and warm (had electric blankets!) with central location to town. Friendly staff, no hassle to check in or out. Would highly recommend."
Reviewed on 8 July 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.
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 ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (421 reviews)
"Very nice shower, comfy bed, quiet, friendly welcome at check-in even though I arrived late! Super nice experience."
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
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! (51 reviews)
"Beautiful apartment. Well appointed. Clean. Very comfortable. Excellent bed. Great location. Only problem was a major storm rolled in while we were there. All activities were closed. You couldn’t get in or out of Kaikoura. So keep an eye on the weather if you go in winter."
Reviewed on 8 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
Kaikōura Whale Watching Scenic Flight (40 Minutes)
AU$243
per adult
Kaikōura: Zipline and Native Forest Adventure Trip
AU$172
per adult
Kaikoura: Coastal and Alpine Scenic Airplane Flight
AU$160
per adult
Whale Watching in Kaikoura by Boat
AU$147
per adult
78% of travellers recommend
Kaikoura: Seal-Watching Pedal Kayak Tour
AU$114
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
