Kaikoura Seaside Lodge

Family-friendly beachfront hostel near Peninsula Walkway

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November 2025

December 2025

Kaikoura Seaside Lodge offers a family-friendly haven near Kaikoura Beach, with a playground and outdoor entertainment area perfect for kids. Stay connected with in-room WiFi, explore the nearby Peninsula Walkway, or enjoy bike rentals and games at this charming lodge.

Good

Popular amenities

Kitchen
Parking included
Free WiFi

￥11,713 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

Room options

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Tonight

Oct 25 - Oct 26

Tomorrow

Oct 26 - Oct 27

All rooms

1 bed

3+ beds

Showing 2 of 2 rooms

Comfort Suite

Highlights

Separate dining area

Separate sitting area

Refrigerator

Separate bedroom

Private bathroom

Hair dryer

4 bathrooms

Microwave

20 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

Panoramic Room

Exceptional

Highlights

Separate dining area

Separate sitting area

Refrigerator

Separate bedroom

4 bathrooms

Hair dryer

Microwave

Oven

25 sq m
Ocean view
Sleeps 4
1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Located in Kaikōura, Kaikoura Seaside Lodge is near the airport and on the beach. Point Kean Seal Colony and Ohau Point Lookout are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Kaikoura Beach and Peninsula Walkway. Mount Fyffe and Mount Lyford are two other places to visit that come recommended. Relax and indulge in the area's health/beauty spa, or seek out an adventure with mountain biking and hiking/biking trails nearby.

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7300, Canterbury, Kaikoura, 268 Esplanade

What's nearby

Kaikoura Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
Fyffe House - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
Peninsula Walkway - 2 min drive - 1.1 km
Kaikoura District Museum - 4 min drive - 3.3 km
Point Kean Seal Colony - 5 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

Blenheim (BHE-Woodbourne) - 106 min drive

Restaurants

‪The Whaler - ‬3 min drive
‪Coopers Catch - ‬4 min drive
‪Why Not Cafe - ‬3 min drive
‪King Tide Eatery - ‬3 min drive
‪Cods n Cray - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Kaikoura Seaside Lodge

Family-friendly hostel near Kaikoura Beach

Located close to Peninsula Walkway and Point Kean Seal Colony, Kaikoura Seaside Lodge provides a grocery/convenience store, a garden, and a playground. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices), and guests can find other amenities such as an outdoor entertainment area.

Other perks at this hostel include:

Free self parking
Bike rentals, babysitting (surcharge), and books
Outdoor furniture, gas grills, and a video library

Room features

All guestrooms at Kaikoura Seaside Lodge have comforts such as separate sitting areas and separate dining areas, as well as amenities like free WiFi.

Other amenities include:

4 bathrooms with showers and hair dryers
Separate sitting areas, separate dining areas, and communal kitchens

Similar properties

Parking included
Free WiFi
Laundry
Housekeeping

￥15,822 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 28 - Oct 29

Property amenities

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

Free self parking on site
Limited onsite parking (max 1 space per unit)

Things to do

Bicycle rentals
Books
Games
Playground
TV in common areas
Video library

Family friendly

Baby toys
Babysitting (surcharge)
Children's books
Children's games
Children's toys
Grocery/convenience store
In-room microwave
In-room refrigerator
Playground
Separate in-room dining area
Stroller
Trampoline

Conveniences

Grocery/convenience store
Limited-hour front desk
Shared microwave
Shared refrigerator

Guest services

Change of towels on request
Housekeeping (on request)
Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

Barbecue grill
Garden
On the bay
On the beach
On the boardwalk/promenade
Outdoor entertainment area
Outdoor furniture
Picnic area

Accessibility

No elevator

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Communal living room
Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

4 detached shared bathrooms
Hair dryer
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided

Food and drink

Blender
Cleaning supplies
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Separate dining area
Shared kitchen access
Stovetop

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Heating (climate-controlled)
Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 AM

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 3.5 percent for credit card payments

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Access code, front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3.5 percent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation

This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted

This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

Property is also known as

Kaikoura Seaside Kaikoura

Kaikoura Seaside Lodge Kaikoura

Kaikoura Seaside Lodge Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Kaikoura Seaside Lodge Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Kaikoura

Frequently asked questions

Is Kaikoura Seaside Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Kaikoura Seaside Lodge?

As of Oct 25, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Kaikoura Seaside Lodge on Nov 2, 2025 start from ￥10,124, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Kaikoura Seaside Lodge?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Kaikoura Seaside Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 AM.

What time is check-out at Kaikoura Seaside Lodge?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Kaikoura Seaside Lodge located?

Located in Kaikōura, this beachfront hostel is on the boardwalk/promenade and within 2 mi (3 km) of Kaikoura Beach, Peninsula Walkway, and Point Kean Seal Colony. Ohau Point Lookout is 17.5 mi (28.2 km) away.

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Kaikoura Seaside Lodge Reviews

7.2

Good

8.0/10

Cleanliness

6.4/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Amenities

6.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.0/10

Eco-friendliness

8/10 Good

Moragh

Feb 5, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic views from front rooms and good value. Was a fair way out from town but still walkable and close to the fantastic Pier Hotel.

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gilly

Mar 1, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Thoroughly enjoyed our time at Kaikoura Seaside Lodge. Excellent communication regarding access and keys. Great kitchen facilities. Loved the body wash, handwash and towels in the bathrooms. Would recommend highly and will stay next time we are in Kaikoura. A great asset for Kaikoura.

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Bryce

Mar 6, 2025

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Didn’t stay but still payed because didn’t relise was back packers and wanted our own bathroom

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Russell

Feb 10, 2025

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Sharing bathroom facilities. Not suitable for us. Did not stay there. Shared Kitchen & TV lounge not for us. It was like a back packers place.

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Jul 6, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Graham

May 21, 2025

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Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eden

Jan 5, 2025

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

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6.4/10

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8/10 Good

Moragh

Moragh

10/10 Excellent

Gilly

Gilly

4/10 Poor

Bryce

Bryce

2/10 Terrible

Russell

Russell

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Verified traveler

6/10 Okay

Graham

Graham