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Discover 174 South Bay hotels and places to stay, with room rates, reviews, and availability. Most hotels are fully refundable.

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Bay Cottages

Bay Cottages

3.0 star property
South Bay
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (108)
"Hosts lovely. Clean, fresh, bright room - those were the winners! "
Australia
Diana
The price is ￥12,431
￥14,373 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 7 - Dec 8
Bay Cottages
Outdoor spa tub
Alpine-pacific Holiday Park

Alpine-pacific Holiday Park

3.0 star property
3.5 km from South Bay
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (428)
"Great place, nice and clean and the staff are lovely and helpful!"
Australia
Nicola
The price is ￥9,369
￥10,774 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 26 - Nov 27
Alpine-pacific Holiday Park
Deluxe Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Ocean View | Beach/ocean view
Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments

Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments

3.0 star property
1.7 km from South Bay
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (568)
"Loved staying here Beautiful location "
Australia
Phillip
The price is ￥18,886
￥21,868 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 12 - Dec 13
Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments
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Kaikoura Quality Suites

Kaikoura Quality Suites

3.5 star property
4.3 km from South Bay
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (356)
"Nice clean tidy room, comfy bed. Nice place to stay."
Australia
DEAN
The price is ￥13,710
￥15,767 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 18 - Nov 19
Kaikoura Quality Suites
Deluxe Twin | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, soundproofing, iron/ironing board
Sudima Kaikoura

Sudima Kaikoura

5.0 star property
1.7 km from South Bay
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (437)
"Phenomenal room, great views and plenty of parking. If in the area, this hotel is the first choice if available. "
United States
Kristian
The price is ￥22,281
￥25,623 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 3 - Dec 4
Sudima Kaikoura
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The Fairways Accommodation Kaikoura

The Fairways Accommodation Kaikoura

3.5 star property
Kaikoura Flat, 3.4 km from South Bay
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (406)
"Loved the location which was outside of the town. Super clean and beautiful layout. Very homely with gas fire in the lounge. Host was lovely - overall would highly recommend and would stay again."
Australia
Bryce
The price is ￥14,653
￥16,851 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 9 - Dec 10
The Fairways Accommodation Kaikoura
Suite, 1 Bedroom | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated
Mondello Kaikoura

Mondello Kaikoura

3.0 star property
3.1 km from South Bay
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (395)
"Nice and roomy"
Australia
John
The price is ￥13,736
￥15,905 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 19 - Nov 20
Mondello Kaikoura
Aerial view
Kaikoura Beach Motel

Kaikoura Beach Motel

2.5 star property
1.7 km from South Bay
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (397)
"very nice room, clean and has a terrific view!"
United States
nathan
The price is ￥11,672
￥13,534 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 1 - Dec 2
Kaikoura Beach Motel
Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker
Kaikoura Gateway Motor Lodge

Kaikoura Gateway Motor Lodge

4.5 star property
2.4 km from South Bay
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (561)
"Comfortable motel."
Australia
Julie
The price is ￥13,036
￥15,161 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 2 - Dec 3
Kaikoura Gateway Motor Lodge
Free self parking
Alpine View Motel

Alpine View Motel

3.0 star property
4.3 km from South Bay
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (535)
"Clean, very friendly hosts, great spot with access to the beach and track to walk into town "
Australia
Philip
The price is ￥10,673
￥12,274 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 9 - Dec 10
Alpine View Motel
Business center
Kaikōura TOP 10 Holiday Park

Kaikōura TOP 10 Holiday Park

3.0 star property
3.2 km from South Bay
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (321)
"It was a great stay."
Australia
Grady
The price is ￥10,562
￥12,377 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 13 - Dec 14
Kaikōura TOP 10 Holiday Park
Outdoor dining
Kaikoura Boutique Hotel

Kaikoura Boutique Hotel

4.5 star property
1.6 km from South Bay
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (340)
"Very comfortable, beautiful surrounds, great hosts & fabulous breakfast"
New Zealand
Claire
The price is ￥17,321
￥20,085 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 20 - Nov 21
Kaikoura Boutique Hotel
Exterior
Koura Bay Resort

Koura Bay Resort

3.5 star property
10.1 km from South Bay
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (89)
"Loved our stay would definitely recommend. "
Australia
Ange
The price is ￥14,557
￥16,956 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 2 - Dec 3
Koura Bay Resort
Reception
Sierra Beachfront Motel

Sierra Beachfront Motel

2.5 star property
1.5 km from South Bay
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (258)
"Friendly staff, clean room, great location"
United States
Agata Anna
The price is ￥11,213
￥13,041 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 8 - Dec 9
Sierra Beachfront Motel
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The White Morph - Heritage Collection

The White Morph - Heritage Collection

4.5 star property
1.4 km from South Bay
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (626)
"We loved that it was across the road from the beach and we could hear the ocean."
Australia
Katrina
The price is ￥18,734
￥22,002 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 23 - Nov 24
The White Morph - Heritage Collection
Double Room (Room 3) | Premium bedding, down comforters, individually decorated
Te Mahuru Retreat

Te Mahuru Retreat

3.5 star property
Kaikoura Flat, 6.7 km from South Bay
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (151)
"This is an outstanding B&B. It is truly a garden spot, an excellent place to relax and refresh, "
United States
Thomas
The price is ￥17,378
￥20,409 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Te Mahuru Retreat
Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Hapuku Lodge & Tree Houses

Hapuku Lodge & Tree Houses

5.0 star property
13.2 km from South Bay
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (5)
"Absolutely unforgettable stay from start to finish. The staff were amazing, the grounds are unreal and the pool was divine. What a fantastic place, I wish it was closer to my home so I could come back regularly!"
United Kingdom
Kate
The price is ￥130,553
￥151,839 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 2 - Dec 3
Hapuku Lodge & Tree Houses
Property amenity
Bella Vista Motel Kaikoura

Bella Vista Motel Kaikoura

4.0 star property
2 km from South Bay
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (300)
"Nice motel for an overnight stay."
Australia
Beryl
The price is ￥13,675
￥16,006 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 13 - Dec 14
Bella Vista Motel Kaikoura
Family Studio, Multiple Beds | Living area | 32-inch LED TV with cable channels, TV
Kaikoura Motor Inn

Kaikoura Motor Inn

3.0 star property
4.9 km from South Bay
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (502)
"Staff very friendly. Very clean rooms, great part of town ,great price."
Australia
Karen
The price is ￥12,873
￥14,804 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 5 - Dec 6
Kaikoura Motor Inn
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Blue Seas Motel

Blue Seas Motel

3.5 star property
1.4 km from South Bay
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (73)
"The view is magnificent."
United States
Gerald
The price is ￥14,091
￥16,205 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 14 - Dec 15
Blue Seas Motel
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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.

Peninsula Walkway showing tranquil scenes
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Open Photo by Brent Manning

Kaikoura Peninsula

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

Top South Bay Hotel Reviews

Bay Cottages

Bay Cottages

10/10 Excellent
"Hosts lovely. Clean, fresh, bright room - those were the winners! "
Diana 1-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Bay Cottages

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Frequently asked questions

What is South Bay like?
Travelers will be sure to enjoy their time in Kaikōura's South Bay neighborhood.
Where is the best hotel for a stay in South Bay?
Based on our traveler data, Bay Cottages is one of the top choices for your stay in South Bay. This cottage offers free parking and private patios. Other good choices for your stay in the area include Beach front cottage and Kaikoura Fishing Retreat, not just for fishing!!!.
How many hotels should I expect to find in South Bay?
When you want to kick up your feet after a day of exploring the sights in Kaikōura, you can choose from 13 Expedia hotels and other accommodations in South Bay.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in South Bay, will I receive a refund?
Yes! The majority of hotel bookings are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of check in. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to get the best deals available in South Bay.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to South Bay?
For more details about picking new dates or cancelling your trip to South Bay, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.
What is there to do in this Kaikōura neighborhood?
Fyffe House, Peninsula Walkway, and Point Kean Seal Colony are just a few of the places to visit in and around South Bay. When you're sightseeing in Kaikōura, Kaikoura District Museum and Kaikoura Museum are also worth a stop.