Nestled in the mountains, Koura Bay Resort offers a serene escape with 9 holes of golf, a lush garden, and spacious terrace. Unwind at the bar or connect to WiFi from your room. Previous guests rave about their stay.
Fyffe View Ranch Adventure Park - 12 min drive - 14.7 km
Peninsula Walkway - 14 min drive - 16.2 km
Getting around
Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 156 min drive
Restaurants
Why Not Cafe - 10 min drive
The Whaler - 10 min drive
Craypot - 10 min drive
Coopers Catch - 10 min drive
Strawberry Tree - 10 min drive
About this property
Koura Bay Resort
A great stay at Koura Bay Resort can include a round of golf at the 9-hole course. You can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge, and continental breakfast is available daily. Other highlights include a terrace and a garden.
At a glance
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Hotel size
6 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in/out available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions
The property charges 2.5 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking
Free onsite self parking
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Continental breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:30 AM–9:30 AM
Bar/lounge
Coffee/tea in a common area
What to do
Whale-watching nearby
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Concierge services
Luggage storage
Golf caddy on site
Facilities
Garden
Terrace
Golf course on site
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible
Room amenities
Be entertained
40-inch TV
Digital TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning and heating
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down comforter
Blackout drapes/curtains
Soundproofed rooms
Premium bedding
Pillowtop mattress
What to enjoy
Individually furnished and decorated
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Free tea bags/instant coffee
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Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Continental breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately NZD 10 to 10 for adults, and NZD 10 to 10 for children
Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 2.5 percent
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for NZD 65.0 per day
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Cashless transactions are available.
Also known as
Koura Bay Resort Hotel Kaikoura
Koura Bay Resort Hotel
Koura Bay Resort Kaikoura
Koura Bay Resort Kaikoura
Koura Bay Resort Hotel
Koura Bay Resort Hapuku
Koura Bay Resort Hotel Hapuku
Frequently asked questions
Are pets allowed at Koura Bay Resort?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Koura Bay Resort?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Koura Bay Resort?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM. Express check-in and check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Koura Bay Resort and nearby?
Tee off at the onsite golf course. Koura Bay Resort also has a garden.
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Reviews
Koura Bay Resort Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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9.6
Cleanliness
8.0
Location
9.2
Staff & service
9.4
Property conditions & facilities
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Reviews
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 9, 2026
Spotless, amazing views and very peaceful
Julie
Julie, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Dec 20, 2025
Beautiful view! The staff were helpful and it was more like staying in an apartment.
BONNIE
BONNIE, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 10, 2025
Able to arrive after hours no problem and enjoyed 9 holes of golf this morning before we left
Wade
Wade, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good
Dec 3, 2025
The view. from the. room was great. very remote, need a car to get there. and down into town but then it is a golf course.
David
David, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 12, 2025
Lovely views from the room
Peter
Peter, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good
Jan 26, 2026
The lady who checked us in was lovely. The room smelt damp. There were crumbs on the floor. The bathroon sink had a crack running through it. The fridge and crockery etc were in the wardrobe which was a bit awkward.
Vanessa
Vanessa, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 15, 2024
Nice room to live in! Quiet and Cozy
Hu
Hu, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 26, 2024
WOW - just a short drive from Kaikōura away from the noise and tourists you will find peace and tranquility at
this resort with an added bonus if you play golf.
Modern clean accomodation with great views over the
golf course and the sea.
Warren and Jen are wonderful hosts
If you want to dine a5 Kaikoura’s better restaurants please
Book in advance
DOUG
DOUG, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 14, 2024
wonderful place to stay, it surprised me in many way, the pictures doesn't tell what you actual saw in person. it is more beautiful than it is.
Natasha
Natasha, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 10, 2024
Friendly and helpful hosts. We hoped for early arrival and hosts managed that for us. Much appreciated thankyou again
Andrew
Andrew, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Oct 23, 2024
Perfect!
Just an amazing spot & views - wow! Great little golf course too. Very comfortable room.
Make sure to state that you need the single bed if booking that room - we were kindly upgraded, but unfortunately because we were checking in late we hadn’t actually spoken to anyone. No huge problem, sharing a bed with a mate is ok, but a seperate bed would have been better!
Dawn
Dawn, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Nov 18, 2024
This property is located directly on a golf course but it is very much out of the way of town with no restaurants nearby. The property had limited staffed hours for guests- closed at 5pm and reopened at 9am. The room was very nice and they left some breakfast items in the fridge for toast and cereal. The staff was very friendly when available. There was a pond right in front of our room and we enjoyed watching a goose family with their 9 checks enjoy the water. If you want to get out of the hustle and bustle this is a great option but not at all convenient for accessing dinner.
Elizabeth
Elizabeth, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Dec 4, 2023
Stunning location with amazing views and so quiet!
Absolutely beautiful spot with stunning views. Very spacious. Disappointing there was no comfortable lounge chair to sit by the window to appreciate the view or have bed on the other side of the room so you could see the veiw from the bed. Bed extremely comfortable and so nice & quiet there. A bigger counter for tea/coffee making be a good idea and brighter light (with dimmer) be helpful. Staff left earlier than advertised reception hours so couldn’t ask questions. Owners could do so much more to make the most of stunning location & wonderful size of the rooms-be happy to give free interior design idea if interested. Of course the golf course the big draw card and the course did look extremely well maintained. Hope to return
E
E, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 19, 2026
great room, great views very quiet location, only 10min drive from town
Phil
Phil, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 20, 2025
Perfect quiet location
Stanley
Stanley, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 6, 2023
Loved our stay would definitely recommend.
Ange
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 22, 2025
Great
Elisha
Elisha, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jan 15, 2026
Clean room.. only spent 1 night.. all ok..
helen
helen, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 19, 2024
Amazing place to stay & play, very quiet, and really convenient
Robert
Robert, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 2, 2023
Excellent stay, views, golf course and staff
Roger
Roger, 1-night trip
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2/10 Poor
Nov 26, 2025
The host was extremely
Girish
Girish, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 9, 2023
Lovely place and great views all around
Mark
Mark, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 4, 2023
A stunning place to stay, room was immaculate.
Robert
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 17, 2022
Thank you for having us, beautiful spot.
Dan
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 10, 2023
Amazing place - facilities, staff, view, value for money. Will definitely be back if ever in region again. Thanks for a wonderful stay 😊