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Donegal House
Hotel in Kaikoura
Set on 6 acres of beautiful lakes and gardens, Donegal House offers free WiFi in public areas. It features a traditional Irish bar, a restaurant and a sunny terrace.
Jeff
United States of America
The owners were extremely responsive and helpful. We did not have reservations for dinner on a busy night and they immediately "found a table" for us. The outside grounds are impressive, one can wander or sit and relax, the food, generous portions and excellent. Loved the location! The place is close to but not in the town, a tranquil setting near the lavender farm. Would definitely book again!
8.1
Scored 8.1
Very Good
Rated very good
344 reviews
Price from$74.11per night
Kaikoura Boutique Hotel
Hotel in Kaikoura
Kaikoura Boutique Hotel is housed in a historic 1880s building, just 10 minutes' walk from Kaikoura Town. Each room features a refrigerator, a 32-inch flat-screen TV and a coffee/tea plunger.
Andrew
United States of America
Adorable facility with wonderful common areas. Location is fabulous.
8.3
Scored 8.3
Very Good
Rated very good
322 reviews
Price from$122.42per night
Sudima Kaikōura
Hotel in Kaikoura
Located in Kaikoura, a few steps from Kaikoura Beach, Sudima Kaikōura has accommodations with a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness center and a restaurant.
Jasmine
United Arab Emirates
The location! Next to encounter dolphin experience, excelllent dining at hiku! Killer breakfast!! Views from balcony!! Warm pool! Love love love!
8.8
Scored 8.8
Excellent
Rated excellent
1,236 reviews
Price from$115.61per night
Koura Bay Golf Resort
Hotel in Kaikoura
Offering an on-site walking trail, Koura Bay Lodge is a 13-minute drive from central Kaikoura and Kaikoura Train Station. It offers free unlimited on-site golf on the 9-hole golf course.
Johannes
Switzerland
Nice view to the golf course / Playing without greenfee (was included)
8.9
Scored 8.9
Excellent
Rated excellent
250 reviews
Price from$137.10per night
The White Morph - Heritage Collection
Hotel in Kaikoura
Set on the esplanade in iconic Kaikoura, White Morph Heritage offers a range of accommodations options with a balcony or patio and lovely ocean, mountain or garden views.
John
Australia
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8.7
Scored 8.7
Excellent
Rated excellent
556 reviews
Price from$107.25per night
The Pier Hotel
Hotel in Kaikoura
Located in Kaikoura, The Pier Hotel provides a shared lounge and bar. Free WiFi is included. At the hotel, each room has access to the balcony.
Diane
United States of America
Great location. Right on the ocean.
7.9
Scored 7.9
Good
Rated good
591 reviews
Price from$59.29per night
Kaikoura Quality Suites
Kaikoura
Just 3 minutes' drive from the center of Kaikoura, Kaikoura Quality Suites offers views of the Kaikoura Ranges and modern bathrooms with underfloor heating. Free WiFi and free parking are included.
June
Canada
Good location, large room and nice staff
8.9
Scored 8.9
Excellent
Rated excellent
2,211 reviews
Price from$91.24per night
Panorama Motel
Kaikoura
Wake up to stunning views of the Kaikoura Mountains and the sea at Panorama Motel. Our units are all ensuite and smoke-free.
debbie
New Zealand
the location and view from the room were perfect.
8.9
Scored 8.9
Excellent
Rated excellent
1,092 reviews
Price from$117.98per night
Blue Seas Motel
Kaikoura
Located on the beach front in Kaikoura, Blue Seas Motel offers spacious studios and apartments in a quiet location. Most accommodations features views of the sea or mountains.
Jo
Australia
The motel is in a quiet, pretty location.
8.4
Scored 8.4
Very Good
Rated very good
932 reviews
Price from$75.88per night
Mondello Kaikoura
Kaikoura
Mondello Kaikoura provides air-conditioned rooms in Kaikoura. This 4-star apartment offers luggage storage space and room service.
Ram
United States of America
Convenient, good value
9.0
Scored 9.0
Wonderful
Rated wonderful
1,004 reviews
Price from$101.38per night
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- 8.0Scored 8.0
Location was perfect for walking to the Seal Colony along...
Location was perfect for walking to the Seal Colony along the path and the beach . The front Desk hours were very limited and the breakfast left a bit to be desired . But the location and the quaint courtyard make up for its downfalls.DebrahCanada - 8.0Scored 8.0
Enjoyed the whale watching tour - the day was reasonably...
Enjoyed the whale watching tour - the day was reasonably calm so no one was seasick thank goodness. Staff were informatiive and shared the story of the whales and dolphins. The map showing us the travel route was very helpful to understand the trnech and which direction and area we were headed to.
SheilaNew Zealand - 10Scored 10
Kaikoura is a 2 hr drive from our home, so we regularly...
Kaikoura is a 2 hr drive from our home, so we regularly visit for long weekends. It's a special part of NZ where people and nature can interact. There's something special about how the mountains meet the sea. And of course the fresh seafood is spectacularChristinaNew Zealand - 10Scored 10
WhaleWatch trip was very good.
WhaleWatch trip was very good. Great cafes: Flo and Co has excellent coffee. Sime's Kitchen had great breakfast and lunch - vegan choices were delicious. Tipsy Foodies also recommended. Southern Paua shop and factory highly recommended - amazing range of jewellery, carvings and gifts. Some exquisite pounamu too. Best place to buy gifts in Kaikoura!! Novel Findings is a great bookshop and homewares shop - don't miss it! Loved the Ngāi Tahu artworks beside the highway, murals on the railway bridge and buildings. It's really worth checking the "Neat Places Kaikoura" website - lots of great suggestions for cool places and things to do in Kaikoura.
LisaNew Zealand - 10Scored 10
The wild life was definitely the highlight of the trip for...
The wild life was definitely the highlight of the trip for me. I went swimming with dolphins and saw load of seals with their pups. Also the people in the town are super friendly and helpful. Of course the scenery is also breathtaking. Loads of nice eating places that serve great seafood.ErinNew Zealand - 10Scored 10
Very easy to find way to attractions,town lovely and...
Very easy to find way to attractions,town lovely and clean.Plenty of eating places,ones we used were all excellent and value for money.Only thing we regretted was we missed the Whale Watch tour as it was blowing hard both full days we were there and there were no sailings.Will have to go back again.PatriciaNew Zealand
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- 9.6Scored 9.6ExceptionalRated exceptional· 49 reviewsThe house is in a quiet landscape with surrounding grassland with cows, sheep, rabbits. Aspects that really stand out include the views- the mountains behind the house, the sun rising over the ocean in front of the house, and the house itself, which is large, with an upstairs loft bedroom and very comfortable living room downstairs. Indigo has furnished and decorated it beautifully. We really enjoyed her friendly hospitality. Kaikoura is nearby with fine walks and restaurants.
PeterUnited States of America - From $122.13 per night8.8Scored 8.8ExcellentRated excellent· 1,236 reviewsBeautiful room with a stunning ocean view. The hotel staff were very accommodating as it was a 30th birthday weekend away, we arrived to a chocolate platter in the room with a welcoming hand writ note, the hotel offered to arrange a cake for our stay, which I declined but was very pleased with the level of customer service. The room was large, tidy and appeared very clean. Overall really pleased we picked the Sudima Kaikōura
EbonyNew Zealand - From $166 per night9.3Scored 9.3WonderfulRated wonderful· 133 reviewsLuke and Kylie were fabulous hosts, Luke greeted us and gave us great tip on a hiking trail that we did the day after our arrival. We saw hundreds of fur seals, got a great workout and a wonderful lunch at the Pier Hotel. The place has a great view, walking distance to town and rail line. Kylie even drove us to the station on day of departure. Would highly recommend this property.jamesUnited States of America
- From $122.13 per night8.8Scored 8.8ExcellentRated excellent· 1,236 reviewsWe chose the hotel for its location and were thrilled with our choice. The front desk was staffed with very helpful people and the front office manager on duty for much of the time we were there was a delightful personality. We were also particularly impressed by the member of staff running the breakfast room: she was very thoughtful.JohnNew Zealand
- From $225.88 per night8.9Scored 8.9ExcellentRated excellent· 465 reviewsThis is a luxury apartment. Lovely to have a coffee machine and percolator. Very well equipped, although, aside from breakfast, we ate out. Comfortable king bed and two very spacious bathrooms. Enjoyed reading on the balcony. Walked into centre of town and also in other direction to the Pier Hotel so well-centred.DykesNew Zealand
- From $91.89 per night8.4Scored 8.4Very GoodRated very good· 929 reviewsOur flight was delayed for a day so we had to cancel the room on the checkin date which should be charged. The hotel well understood us and agreed to waive this fee. Thank you for prompt response and support. We will choose your hotel again in our next trip to NZ.
KunthidaThailand - From $80.03 per night7.9Scored 7.9GoodRated good· 564 reviewsAbsolute awesome place the cabins were great nice showers staff were great we were probably noisy so we didn't make it easy for them but they were great we turned music down because we didn't want them to kick us out but I highly Recommend A1 Motels kaikouraRobbieNew Zealand
- From $53.36 per night8.2Scored 8.2Very GoodRated very good· 1,042 reviewsVery warm, friendly, cosy hostel. Quiet, nice rooms, clean spacious kitchen, nice addition of a fireplace when it was cold and raining outside. Great outdoor space to relax in, and very well located near the town's shops and the ocean. Cheap laundry too!
ZoeCanada - From $53.36 per night8.2Scored 8.2Very GoodRated very good· 1,042 reviewsThe location was great, but it was somewhat hard to find. This is a full on hostel that happens to have a couple of private double rooms. The location in the morning was spectacular! Near the beach and views of the Kaikoura Mountains with snow caps!DouglasUnited States of America
- From $86.56 per night8.3Scored 8.3Very GoodRated very good· 1,211 reviewsEasy access from the main highway. Comfortable room and clean. Friendly reception and helpful with some further information on attractions at Kaikoura. We booked several other motels from the same Bella Vista group as we were very happy.PeterNew Zealand
- From $85.96 per night8.7Scored 8.7ExcellentRated excellent· 325 reviewslocation next to the pier hotel is brilliant (best place for crayfish dinner in Kaikoura and always busy). Beds were super comfortable and the overall facilities are great. Hosts were extremely friendly and accomodating.
bb0904New Zealand - 9.0Scored 9.0WonderfulRated wonderful· 714 reviewsJudy was an excellent host and we really enjoyed the stay. The place is very near to everything with amazing views. She provided us amazing breakfast and we would highly recommend Judy’s place when you are in KaikouraNNaga HemanthUnited States of America
- From $119.16 per night8.7Scored 8.7ExcellentRated excellent· 556 reviewsBeautiful place to stay. Great space for 2 adult's and 3 teenagers. Right across the road from the beach and a short walk to the shops. Loved Kaikoura will definitely be back to stay at the White Morph.Joleane CurinNew Zealand
- From $97.82 per night8.9Scored 8.9ExcellentRated excellent· 1,750 reviewsExcellent communication from the Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments team. Delighted to find an incredibly clean, warm, and well appointed two bedroom apartment with views of the water. Highly recommend.KirstyNew Zealand
- From $101.38 per night8.9Scored 8.9ExcellentRated excellent· 2,211 reviewsSue and Faith, front of house...you both need bottling up and sending to a few hotels/motels I've stayed in previously! So welcoming and friendly, an asset to this motel without a doubt!
KimNew Zealand - From $138.58 per night9.7Scored 9.7ExceptionalRated exceptional· 18 reviewsComfortable accomodation, very neat & tidy. Lovely fireplace with plenty of wood. Pleasant views down towards KaikōuraKristieAustralia
- From $177.08 per night8.9Scored 8.9ExcellentRated excellent· 90 reviewsGreat location, walkable to Kaikoura main downtown strip, restaurants and shops. Lovely courtyard and decent breakfast.JordanaCanada
- From $82.70 per night9.0Scored 9.0WonderfulRated wonderful· 1,004 reviewsThe room was spacious and very clean. The location was perfect for our activities in Kaikoura.
MichaelUnited States of America - From $50.39 per night7.8Scored 7.8GoodRated good· 1,186 reviewscheapest place in Kaikoura
BellNew Zealand - From $59.29 per night7.9Scored 7.9GoodRated good· 591 reviewsCheap and viewsKentNew Zealand
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