South Bay

Kaikōura

A rocky shoreline with a person standing on the rocks, overlooking a calm sea and a mountain in the background.
A coastal town with houses along the beach, a calm sea, and mountains in the background.

Things to do


South Bay Hotel Deals

Kaikoura's lovely South Bays Cottage

Kaikoura's lovely South Bays Cottage

South Bay Kaikoura
Stay at this vacation home in Kaikōura. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Fyffe House and Peninsula Walkway are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (196 reviews)
"This was a good batch to stay in for 3-4 people, being comfort and cozy. Utilities and expectations were communicated clearly which was nice. The parking space is good and the batch is close to the bay jetties.While the batch itself was good, the cleanliness of it wasn’t the best. Old leaky trash ..."

Reviewed on Jun 20, 2026

Kaikoura's lovely South Bays Cottage
South Bay | Cosy | BBQ Area - KK61334

South Bay | Cosy | BBQ Area - KK61334

Kaikoura
The price is ¥15,429 per night from Oct 15 to Oct 16
¥15,429
¥24,228 total
Oct 15 - Oct 16
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this vacation home in Kaikōura. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Kaikoura District Museum and Kaikoura Museum are ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (20 reviews)
"Very easy to check in and out, tidy and clean house, good bed, pillows, linen and towels. Heat pump kept it cost when the weather took a turn. Great for a pet. Cheers"

Reviewed on Aug 28, 2026

South Bay | Cosy | BBQ Area - KK61334
Beach front cottage

Beach front cottage

Kaikoura Canterbury
The price is ¥22,220 per night from Oct 16 to Oct 17
¥22,220
¥32,571 total
Oct 16 - Oct 17
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this cottage in Kaikōura. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Fyffe House and Peninsula Walkway are ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (37 reviews)
"Lovely place, perfectly appointed and clean. Great communications with the owner.Perfect location, only issue was the weather!"

Reviewed on Aug 26, 2026

Beach front cottage
Waterfront 3 -bedroom bungalow opposite the South Bay Marina and public slipway

Waterfront 3 -bedroom bungalow opposite the South Bay Marina and public slipway

Kaikoura Canterbury
The price is ¥22,220 per night from Nov 11 to Nov 12
¥22,220
¥28,664 total
Nov 11 - Nov 12
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this vacation home in Kaikōura. Popular attractions Fyffe House and Peninsula Walkway are located nearby.
9.6/10 Exceptional! (21 reviews)
"Typical kiwi bach. Unpretentious but really cool. Clean and tidy and great amenities. Comfy beds. Wonderful views of the Marina and mountains."

Reviewed on Oct 1, 2026

Waterfront 3 -bedroom bungalow opposite the South Bay Marina and public slipway
South Bay | Classic Bach | Close to Marina - KK48126

South Bay | Classic Bach | Close to Marina - KK48126

Kaikoura
The price is ¥14,434 per night from Oct 12 to Oct 13
¥14,434
¥25,988 total
Oct 12 - Oct 13
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this vacation home in Kaikōura. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Fyffe House and Peninsula Walkway are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (7 reviews)
"Great location and cozy bach"

Reviewed on Sep 20, 2026

South Bay | Classic Bach | Close to Marina - KK48126
Sudima Kaikoura

Sudima Kaikoura

5 out of 5
Esplanade, 114 Kaikoura Canterbury
The price is ¥16,300 per night from Oct 22 to Oct 23
¥16,300
¥18,745 total
Oct 22 - Oct 23
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 ...
Sudima Kaikoura
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.

Where to stay in South Bay

Find the best South Bay areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.

Kaikoura Flat

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

Kaikoura Peninsula

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



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