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4 Star Hotels in Kaikōura

An outdoor seating area with wooden tables and chairs, overlooking a body of water.

A doorway leading to a room with a view of the sea.

A doorway leading to a room with a view of the sea, a small balcony, and a white door.

A room with a balcony, two armchairs, a small table with a vase, and a TV mounted on the wall.

1. Kaikoura Boutique Hotel

Kaikoura

$91

$105 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 25 - Sep 26

A modern pool area with a rectangular pool, surrounded by a black fence, and adjacent buildings with balconies and windows.

A compact kitchen with a stainless steel refrigerator, a microwave, a gas stove, and a built-in oven.

A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, chair, and a view of mountains through the window.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a television, and a sliding glass door leading to an outdoor area.

2. Kaikoura Gateway Motor Lodge

Kaikoura

$79

$90 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A glass table and chairs with a view of a lake and mountains.

A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a large island, and a dining area with chairs and a table.

A modern interior with teal chairs and a glass door leading to a scenic view.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a view of the sunset through the window.

3. The White Morph - Heritage Collection

Kaikoura

$149

$171 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 25 - Sep 26

A patio area with outdoor seating and a variety of shrubs and small trees.

A Bella Vista Motel with a modern design, featuring a parking lot and landscaped areas with various plants.

A compact kitchen with a stainless steel sink, a coffee machine, and a microwave.

A hotel room with two beds, a red chair, a desk, and a painting on the wall.

4. Bella Vista Motel Kaikoura

Kaikoura

$78

$89 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 26 - Sep 27

A house with a stone chimney, wooden exterior, and a satellite dish.

A lakeside view with a tree and mountains in the background.

A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and dining table. A kitchen area with a refrigerator and microwave is visible.

A garden with a stone wall, various plants, and outdoor furniture.

5. Inn the Bay Bed & Breakfast

Kaikoura

$128

$148 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 25 - Sep 26

A spacious living room with a large window offering a view of the ocean and greenery, a brown leather sofa, a glass coffee table, and a modern pendant light.

A patio area with a wooden deck, seating, and a view of the ocean.

A room with a large window offering a view of a mountainous landscape and a body of water.

A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, large windows with curtains, and a view of greenery outside.

6. Ocean & Mountain Views 3-bedroom Home

Kaikōura

$147

$170 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A modern room with a large window offering a view of a mountainous landscape and a grassy field.

A modern wooden cabin with a glass door leading to a bedroom with a bed and two chairs.

A modern bathroom with a freestanding bathtub, large windows, and a view of a mountainous landscape.

A modern wooden building with a sliding glass door leading to a bedroom with a bed and a view of the mountains. There are two Adirondack chairs on the deck.

7. Glenburn Coastal Retreat

Hapuku

$262

$301 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 25 - Sep 26

A hot tub with a wooden deck and a pergola overhead.

A house with a red roof and white trim, surrounded by lush greenery and a clear night sky with stars.

A modern living room with a leather sofa, a black coffee table, and a brick wall.

A modern living room with a white leather sofa, a coffee table, and a dining area with a red chair.

8. The Factory

Hapuku

$238

$273 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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Top neighborhoods in 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.

South Bay

South Bay invites you to witness coastal magic where fur seals bask on dramatic rocky outcrops and whales migrate past viewing platforms. Stroll the Kaikōura Peninsula Walkway for breathtaking ocean panoramas or explore tide pools teeming with fascinating marine life. The pebbly beach and unspoiled shoreline offer authentic New Zealand coastal experiences away from crowds. Seafood lovers can savor fresh crayfish and blue cod at casual waterfront eateries. Choose from charming B&Bs or self-contained apartments with ocean views, most featuring outdoor decks and direct beach access. A rental car is essential as public transport is limited, though walking paths connect to the main township just 15 minutes away.

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A coastal landscape with a rocky shoreline, a clear blue sea, and distant snow-capped mountains.

Kaikoura Flat

Kaikoura Flat gives you front-row seats to nature's greatest hits without the tourist crowds. The majestic Mount Fyffe towers over peaceful residential streets while Kaikoura Beach offers the perfect spot to scan for marine wildlife. Take morning walks along the shoreline or venture to nearby trails that wind through the Seaward Kaikoura Range. The area's vacation rentals and B&Bs typically come with stunning ocean or mountain views. You'll need a rental car to explore properly, as dining options require a quick 5-10 minute drive into Kaikoura township, where fresh seafood awaits. The quiet neighborhood vibe makes this spot perfect for stargazers and those seeking authentic coastal New Zealand.

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A wooden boardwalk curving over a grassy area with a view of a lake and mountains in the distance.

A coastal landscape with green hills, a beach, and snow-capped mountains in the background.

A coastal landscape with white cliffs, a rocky shoreline, and a clear blue sea.

A coastal path with two hikers, a grassy hillside, and a calm sea with boats.

Kaikoura Peninsula

Kaikoura Peninsula serves up the ultimate wildlife show right from its dramatic shorelines. Fur seals bask on rocky platforms while lucky visitors might spot whales and dolphins playing in the Pacific. The Peninsula Walkway winds through native flax and tussock grasslands with killer ocean views at every turn. Point Kean Seal Colony offers up-close encounters with New Zealand's furry locals without the crowds. Seafood is the star here, with restaurants dishing up fresh crayfish and green-lipped mussels just steps from where they're caught. Most accommodations are eco-lodges and boutique motels with wildlife observation decks. Getting around requires a car, but the well-maintained coastal tracks make exploring on foot a breeze.

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Top landmarks in Kaikōura

Peninsula Walkway

9.4/10 (467 reviews)

Kaikoura Peninsula is home to Peninsula Walkway, so why not stop by during your stay in Kaikōura.

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Mount Fyffe

8.6/10 (98 reviews)

You might want to head out to Mount Fyffe for some fresh mountain air and a bird's-eye view of Kaikōura.

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Kaikoura Museum

9.0/10 (164 reviews)

The center of Kaikōura is home to cultural attractions like Kaikoura Museum, so you might want to stop by during your stay. If you want to experience more of the culture Kaikōura has to offer, head to Kaikoura Beach, Peninsula Walkway, and Kaikoura District Museum.

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Point Kean Seal Colony

9.2/10 (459 reviews)

If you're planning a bit of sightseeing head to Point Kean Seal Colony— just one of the monuments in Kaikoura Peninsula.

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Kaikoura District Museum

8.8/10 (87 reviews)

The center of Kaikōura is home to cultural attractions like Kaikoura District Museum, so you might want to stop by during your stay. If you want to experience more of the culture Kaikōura has to offer, head to Kaikoura Beach, Peninsula Walkway, and Kaikoura Museum.

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Fyffe House

8.2/10 (91 reviews)

If seeing the sights is on your list of things to do, head to Fyffe House— just one of the landmarks located 1.7 mi (2.8 km) from central Kaikōura.

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