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Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments

Kaikoura

Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments provides beachfront accommodation in Kaikoura. The property features sea and mountain views, and is 200 metres from Kaikoura Beach.

K
KCSLIM
From
Malaysia
Very nice location and room is clean. The management are very friendly.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,670 reviews
Price from
US$102.96
1 night, 2 adults

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.

J
Je Hyun
From
South Korea
Near from seaside. Beautiful sea view in the morning. Very short distance to get Encounter office from Motel.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,495 reviews
Price from
US$126.54
1 night, 2 adults

Waves on the Esplanade

Kaikoura

Situated in Kaikoura, 200 metres from Kaikoura Beach, Waves on the Esplanade has a private beach area, private parking and rooms with free WiFi access. The property has sea and mountain views.

B
Barbara
From
United States
The apartment was huge and well appointed, and the location was fantastic.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 322 reviews
Price from
US$137.48
1 night, 2 adults

The Pier Hotel

Hotel in Kaikoura

Located in Kaikoura, 300 metres from Kaikoura Beach, The Pier Hotel provides accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar. Every room has a balcony.

K
Kieren
From
New Zealand
Cheap and the free breakfast was great
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 406 reviews
Price from
US$186.94
1 night, 2 adults

Glenburn Coastal Retreat

Kaikoura

Glenburn Coastal Retreat in Kaikoura provides adults-only accommodation with an open-air bath and a garden. This beachfront property offers access to a patio, free private parking and free WiFi.

K
Karsten
From
Germany
An amazing place near Kaikoura! Great view on both the mountains and the ocean! We slept with the doors open so we could hear the ocean. Very modern Design.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.9
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 160 reviews
Price from
US$304.86
1 night, 2 adults

The Anchor Inn Beachfront Motel

Kaikoura

Beachfront location! A modern and stylish motel with spacious rooms superbly located on Kaikoura's beachfront road "The Esplanade", with the majority of rooms enjoying magnificent views of the...

S
Susan
From
New Zealand
Very clean, comfortable and peaceful
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 313 reviews
Price from
US$155.45
1 night, 2 adults

The Hamptons

Kaikoura

Boasting sea views, The Hamptons features accommodation with a garden, a terrace and barbecue facilities, around 60 metres from Kaikoura Beach.

n
neil
From
Singapore
Amazing property overlooking/right opposite the beach. Room was very clean and classy. Hosts were extremely lovely and friendly. Patrick gave a great suggestion for a restaurant and we were not disappointed. A lovely home made breakfast to finish off.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 271 reviews
Price from
US$188.67
1 night, 2 adults

Inn the Bay Bed & Breakfast

Kaikoura

Featuring a shared lounge, Inn the Bay Bed & Breakfast is situated in Kaikoura in the Canterbury region, 90 metres from Kaikoura Beach.

R
Robyn
From
New Zealand
Large room, ample space, great breakfast, named car park….superb
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 121 reviews
Price from
US$149.55
1 night, 2 adults

Waves Kaikoura Luxury Waterfront Apartment 1

Kaikoura

Located in Kaikoura, within 200 metres of Kaikoura Beach, Waves Kaikoura Luxury Waterfront Apartment 1 offers accommodation with air conditioning.

B
Benedicte
From
Denmark
We want to emphasize the extremely fine accomodation - brandnew and very tasteful interior and furnishment. We felt very comfortable and at home in Angela’s apartment. Not to mention Angela’s hospitality and extraordinary personal service: She spontaneously offered us a lift from the busstop to the apartment and furthermore took us to the point Key viewpoint, and brought ur luggage to the bus again. Angela is just adorable and a very special person
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 24 reviews
Price from
US$230.08
1 night, 2 adults

Surfwatch House

Kaikoura

Surfwatch House is situated in Kaikoura and offers a private beach area, a garden and a terrace. This beachfront property offers access to free WiFi and free private parking.

T
Tobias
From
New Zealand
Location . ..decoration vibe views and 🐬
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.9
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 9 reviews
Price from
US$480.23
1 night, 2 adults
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    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 271 reviews
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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
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    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 89 reviews
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    From
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    1 night, 2 adults
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    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,837 reviews
    From
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    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 160 reviews
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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 149 reviews
    From
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    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 313 reviews
    From
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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 758 reviews
    From
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    1 night, 2 adults

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Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments

Kaikoura

Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments provides beachfront accommodation in Kaikoura. The property features sea and mountain views, and is 200 metres from Kaikoura Beach.

K
KCSLIM
From
Malaysia
Very nice location and room is clean. The management are very friendly.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,670 reviews
Price from
US$102.96
1 night, 2 adults

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.

J
Je Hyun
From
South Korea
Near from seaside. Beautiful sea view in the morning. Very short distance to get Encounter office from Motel.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,495 reviews
Price from
US$126.54
1 night, 2 adults

Waves on the Esplanade

Kaikoura

Situated in Kaikoura, 200 metres from Kaikoura Beach, Waves on the Esplanade has a private beach area, private parking and rooms with free WiFi access. The property has sea and mountain views.

B
Barbara
From
United States
The apartment was huge and well appointed, and the location was fantastic.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 322 reviews
Price from
US$137.48
1 night, 2 adults

The Pier Hotel

Hotel in Kaikoura

Located in Kaikoura, 300 metres from Kaikoura Beach, The Pier Hotel provides accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar. Every room has a balcony.

K
Kieren
From
New Zealand
Cheap and the free breakfast was great
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 406 reviews
Price from
US$186.94
1 night, 2 adults

Glenburn Coastal Retreat

Kaikoura

Glenburn Coastal Retreat in Kaikoura provides adults-only accommodation with an open-air bath and a garden. This beachfront property offers access to a patio, free private parking and free WiFi.

K
Karsten
From
Germany
An amazing place near Kaikoura! Great view on both the mountains and the ocean! We slept with the doors open so we could hear the ocean. Very modern Design.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.9
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 160 reviews
Price from
US$304.86
1 night, 2 adults

The Anchor Inn Beachfront Motel

Kaikoura

Beachfront location! A modern and stylish motel with spacious rooms superbly located on Kaikoura's beachfront road "The Esplanade", with the majority of rooms enjoying magnificent views of the...

S
Susan
From
New Zealand
Very clean, comfortable and peaceful
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 313 reviews
Price from
US$155.45
1 night, 2 adults

The Hamptons

Kaikoura

Boasting sea views, The Hamptons features accommodation with a garden, a terrace and barbecue facilities, around 60 metres from Kaikoura Beach.

n
neil
From
Singapore
Amazing property overlooking/right opposite the beach. Room was very clean and classy. Hosts were extremely lovely and friendly. Patrick gave a great suggestion for a restaurant and we were not disappointed. A lovely home made breakfast to finish off.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 271 reviews
Price from
US$188.67
1 night, 2 adults

Inn the Bay Bed & Breakfast

Kaikoura

Featuring a shared lounge, Inn the Bay Bed & Breakfast is situated in Kaikoura in the Canterbury region, 90 metres from Kaikoura Beach.

R
Robyn
From
New Zealand
Large room, ample space, great breakfast, named car park….superb
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 121 reviews
Price from
US$149.55
1 night, 2 adults

Waves Kaikoura Luxury Waterfront Apartment 1

Kaikoura

Located in Kaikoura, within 200 metres of Kaikoura Beach, Waves Kaikoura Luxury Waterfront Apartment 1 offers accommodation with air conditioning.

B
Benedicte
From
Denmark
We want to emphasize the extremely fine accomodation - brandnew and very tasteful interior and furnishment. We felt very comfortable and at home in Angela’s apartment. Not to mention Angela’s hospitality and extraordinary personal service: She spontaneously offered us a lift from the busstop to the apartment and furthermore took us to the point Key viewpoint, and brought ur luggage to the bus again. Angela is just adorable and a very special person
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 24 reviews
Price from
US$230.08
1 night, 2 adults

Surfwatch House

Kaikoura

Surfwatch House is situated in Kaikoura and offers a private beach area, a garden and a terrace. This beachfront property offers access to free WiFi and free private parking.

T
Tobias
From
New Zealand
Location . ..decoration vibe views and 🐬
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.9
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 9 reviews
Price from
US$480.23
1 night, 2 adults
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Looking for a beach hotel?

There’s nothing quite like waking up to the sound of swirling waves and the smell of sea air through your bedroom window. Beachfront accommodation comes in a variety of forms, from well decked-out resorts to secluded homestays and villas. Beach hotel amenities can include air-conditioned rooms, private terraces overlooking the sea and outdoor pools with adjacent bars.

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 456 reviews

Popular with guests booking beach hotels in Kaikoura

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 313 reviews

Popular with guests booking beach hotels in Kaikoura

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 406 reviews

Popular with guests booking beach hotels in Kaikoura

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 853 reviews

Popular with guests booking beach hotels in Kaikoura

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 992 reviews

Popular with guests booking beach hotels in Kaikoura

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,670 reviews

Popular with guests booking beach hotels in Kaikoura

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,495 reviews

Popular with guests booking beach hotels in Kaikoura

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,837 reviews

Popular with guests booking beach hotels in Kaikoura

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 766 reviews

Popular with guests booking beach hotels in Kaikoura

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,033 reviews

Save money on beach in Kaikoura and nearby – budget options available

Sea View Motel - Unit 1

Kaikoura
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
Good - What previous guests thought, 59 reviews

Located in Kaikoura, within 200 metres of Kaikoura Beach, Sea View Motel - Unit 1 is an accommodation offering sea views. This beachfront property offers access to free WiFi and free private parking.

Sea View Motel - Unit 5

Kaikoura
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.6
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 35 reviews

Situated in Kaikoura, 200 metres from Kaikoura Beach, Sea View Motel - Unit 5 offers accommodation with access to a garden.

From US$162.86 per night

Sea View Motel - Unit 6

Kaikoura
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.2
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 41 reviews

Situated in Kaikoura, Sea View Motel - Unit 6 has accommodation 200 metres from Kaikoura Beach. This beachfront property offers access to a patio, free private parking and free WiFi.

From US$170.29 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 98 reviews

Boasting sea views, Bendamere House Bed & Breakfast features accommodation with a garden, around less than 1 km from Kaikoura Beach.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 24 reviews

Located in Kaikoura, within 200 metres of Kaikoura Beach, Waves Kaikoura Luxury Waterfront Apartment 1 offers accommodation with air conditioning.

Waves on the Esplanade

Kaikoura
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 322 reviews

Situated in Kaikoura, 200 metres from Kaikoura Beach, Waves on the Esplanade has a private beach area, private parking and rooms with free WiFi access. The property has sea and mountain views.

From US$416.53 per night

The Hamptons

Kaikoura
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 271 reviews

Boasting sea views, The Hamptons features accommodation with a garden, a terrace and barbecue facilities, around 60 metres from Kaikoura Beach.

Heays Lane Cottage

Kaikoura
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 94 reviews

Located in Kaikoura in the Canterbury region, Heays Lane Cottage has a garden. This beachfront property offers access to free WiFi and free private parking.

Highly rated beach hotels in Kaikoura and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 553 reviews

Set on the esplanade in iconic Kaikoura, White Morph Heritage offers a range of accommodation options with a balcony or patio and lovely ocean, mountain or garden views.

From US$241.01 per night

Alpine View Motel

Kaikoura
8.0+ review score
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 992 reviews

Featuring direct beach access and free Wi-Fi usage per day, Alpine View Motel is only 1 km from Kaikoura Train Station. Heated guest rooms are fitted with a satellite TV.

From US$132.30 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 326 reviews

Boutique Hotel Kaikoura 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.

From US$155.43 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.9
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 56 reviews

100 metres from Kaikoura Beach, Shearwater Apartments is a recently renovated property located in Kaikoura and provides air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and private parking.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 121 reviews

Featuring a shared lounge, Inn the Bay Bed & Breakfast is situated in Kaikoura in the Canterbury region, 90 metres from Kaikoura Beach.

Bay Cottages

Kaikoura
8.0+ review score
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 340 reviews

Bay Cottages is set in the southern bay in Kaikoura, next to the sea. Free private parking is available on site.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 102 reviews

K'orca Cottage by the Sea is located in Kaikoura and offers a garden and barbecue facilities. This beachfront property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 15 reviews

A recently renovated holiday home located in Kaikoura, Kaikoura Blue haven in the bay features a private beach area. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi.

Enjoy breakfast in Kaikoura and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 12 reviews

Set in Kaikoura in the Canterbury region with Kaikoura Beach nearby, Sea View Motel - Unit 3 features accommodation with free private parking. The property features sea and mountain views.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
Good - What previous guests thought, 73 reviews

Situated in Kaikoura in the Canterbury region, Sea View Motel - Unit 2 features a garden. This beachfront property offers access to free WiFi and free private parking.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 81 reviews

Located in Kaikoura in the Canterbury region, Sea View Motel - Unit 8 has a garden. This beachfront property offers access to free WiFi and free private parking.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.8
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 26 reviews

Sea View Motel - Unit 4 is situated in Kaikoura. This beachfront property offers access to free WiFi and free private parking.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.7
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 77 reviews

Sea View Motel - Unit 7 is located in Kaikoura. This beachfront property offers access to free WiFi and free private parking.

From US$197.16 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 60 reviews

Hapuku Carriages Kaikōura is set in Kaikoura and offers an open-air bath and a garden. This beachfront property offers access to a patio and free private parking.

From US$172.56 per night

The Full Factory Experience Kaikoura is a recently renovated apartment in Kaikoura, where guests can make the most of its private beach area and spa and wellness centre.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.9
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 26 reviews

Facing the seafront, The Factory Luxury Accomodation is a villa providing a 5-star accommodation in Kaikoura. It features water sports facilities, spa and wellness centre and parking on-site.

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Avg. price/night: US$135.17
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 853 reviews
Right on the beach front, great view. Super comfortable and clean
Guest review by
Jessica
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$166.81
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,837 reviews
The location was fabulous-right on the beach with fabulous views all around. Reception staff were courteous and helpful. The room was spacious and spotlessly clean and the bathroom was especially nice.
Guest review by
fiona
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$416.53
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 322 reviews
Great location. Very clean and tidy. So nice to sit on the balcony and watch the waves on the beach and the sunset!
Guest review by
Deena
People with friends
Avg. price/night: US$296.23
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,670 reviews
Perfect location on the beachfront and not far from restaurants and sites. Very comfortable beds
Guest review by
Amanda
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$223.49
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,033 reviews
Stunning location - right on the beachfront with an amazing view to wake up to! We booked a suite for our 1 night which was massive and very well equipped. Breakfast was very nice but there were a small number of waiting staff so took a bit of time.
Guest review by
Edward
Young couple