Kaikōura

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Where to stay in Kaikōura

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South Bay

While there might not be top attractions in South Bay, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Fyffe House and Peninsula Walkway.

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Kaikoura Flat

If you're spending some time in Kaikoura Flat, Mount Fyffe and Kaikoura Beach are top sights worth seeing.

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Kaikoura Peninsula

While visiting Kaikoura Peninsula, you might make a stop by sights like Peninsula Walkway and Point Kean Seal Colony.

Sudima Kaikoura

Sudima Kaikoura

5 out of 5
Esplanade, 114 Kaikoura Canterbury
The price is ￥15,928 per night from Jul 19 to Jul 20
￥15,928
￥18,317 total
Jul 19 - Jul 20
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Kaikōura. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (602 reviews)
"Great location, clean room and very helpful stuff."

Reviewed on Jul 1, 2026

Sudima Kaikoura
Kaikoura Quality Suites

Kaikoura Quality Suites

3.5 out of 5
154 Beach Road Kaikoura
The price is ￥11,979 per night from Jul 8 to Jul 9
￥11,979
￥13,776 total
Jul 8 - Jul 9
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Kaikōura. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (502 reviews)
"Place was great."

Reviewed on Jun 26, 2026

Kaikoura Quality Suites
Alpine-pacific Holiday Park

Alpine-pacific Holiday Park

3 out of 5
69 Beach Road Kaikoura
The price is ￥8,066 per night from Jul 31 to Aug 1
￥8,066
￥9,276 total
Jul 31 - Aug 1
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this holiday park in Kaikōura. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Kaikoura Museum and Kaikoura District Museum are ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (497 reviews)
"The staff were very obliging. The rooms were absolutely spotless"

Reviewed on May 31, 2026

Alpine-pacific Holiday Park
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The Fairways Accommodation Kaikoura

The Fairways Accommodation Kaikoura

3.5 out of 5
1 Kersage Drive - Ocean Ridge Kaikoura
Book a stay at this beach aparthotel in Kaikōura. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
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 Apr 15, 2026

The Fairways Accommodation Kaikoura
Kaikoura Luxury Apartments

Kaikoura Luxury Apartments

5 out of 5
78 Esplanade Kaikoura Canterbury
Book a stay at this luxury apartment in Kaikōura. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Kaikoura Museum and Kaikoura District ...
Kaikoura Luxury Apartments
Barnacle Bills

Barnacle Bills

3.5 out of 5
86 Scarborough Street Kaikoura Canterbury
Stay at this cottage in Kaikōura. Enjoy free WiFi, 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 Apr 28, 2026

Barnacle Bills
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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

Peninsula Walkway

9.4/10 (467 reviews)
Go wildlife spotting as you hike on a coastal route across cliff tops and down to the shoreline. See whales, seals, sea lions and much more.
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Things to do

Kaikōura: Zipline and Native Forest Adventure Trip

Kaikōura: Zipline and Native Forest Adventure Trip

￥19,817
per adult
Kaikōura: Zipline and Native Forest Adventure Trip
Kaikoura: Whale Watching Flight

Kaikōura Whale Watching Scenic Flight (40 Minutes)

￥27,972
per adult
Kaikōura Whale Watching Scenic Flight (40 Minutes)
Whale tail splashing in water in the Kaikour whale watching tour in Christchurch New Zealand.

Full-Day Kaikoura Whale-Watching Tour

￥35,083
per adult
Full-Day Kaikoura Whale-Watching Tour
Whale watching in Winter

Whale Watching in Kaikoura by Boat

￥17,019
per adult
78% of travellers recommend
Whale Watching in Kaikoura by Boat
Kaikoura: Half-Day Wildlife Kayaking Tour

Kaikoura: Half-Day Wildlife Kayaking Tour

￥15,171
per adult
Kaikoura: Half-Day Wildlife Kayaking Tour
EcoZop Kaikoura dual ziplines

Half Day Zipline Adventure in Kaikoura

￥18,869
per adult
Half Day Zipline Adventure in Kaikoura
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