Kaikōura

Travel Guide

A coastal landscape with mountains in the background and a turquoise sea in the foreground.
A winding dirt path through a grassy coastal landscape.
Rolling green hills, a distant mountain range with snow-capped peaks, and a clear blue sky.
A small blue and white airplane flying over a mountainous landscape.
A sign for a helicopter whale watch service with a backdrop of snow-capped mountains.

Where to stay in Kaikōura

Find the best Kaikōura areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Kaikōura
Learn more about Kaikōura

South Bay

While there might not be top attractions in South Bay, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Fyffe House and Peninsula Walkway.

Kaikoura Flat

If you're spending some time in Kaikoura Flat, Mount Fyffe and Kaikoura Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Kaikoura Peninsula

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

Sudima Kaikoura

Sudima Kaikoura

5 out of 5
Esplanade, 114 Kaikoura Canterbury
The price is NT$3,102 per night from Jul 26 to Jul 27
NT$3,102
NT$3,567 total
Jul 26 - Jul 27
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Kaikōura. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (609 reviews)
"Nice room and good breakfast!"

Reviewed on 2026/7/20

Sudima Kaikoura
Kaikoura Quality Suites

Kaikoura Quality Suites

3.5 out of 5
154 Beach Road Kaikoura
The price is NT$2,214 per night from Aug 19 to Aug 20
NT$2,214
NT$2,546 total
Aug 19 - Aug 20
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Kaikōura. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
Kaikoura Quality Suites
Mondello Kaikoura

Mondello Kaikoura

3 out of 5
29 Beach Rd Kaikoura Canterbury
The price is NT$2,152 per night from Jul 26 to Jul 27
NT$2,152
NT$2,475 total
Jul 26 - Jul 27
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Kaikōura. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (472 reviews)
"Great facilities and layout. Added bonus of a beautiful view."

Reviewed on 2026/7/21

Mondello Kaikoura
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
The Fairways Accommodation Kaikoura

The Fairways Accommodation Kaikoura

3.5 out of 5
1 Kersage Drive - Ocean Ridge Kaikoura
Book a stay at this beach aparthotel in Kaikōura. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (421 reviews)
"Very nice shower, comfy bed, quiet, friendly welcome at check-in even though I arrived late! Super nice experience."

Reviewed on 2026/4/15

The Fairways Accommodation Kaikoura
Kaikoura Luxury Apartments

Kaikoura Luxury Apartments

5 out of 5
78 Esplanade Kaikoura Canterbury
Book a stay at this luxury apartment in Kaikōura. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Kaikoura Museum and Kaikoura District ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (52 reviews)
"Lives up to its name!"

Reviewed on 2026/7/15

Kaikoura Luxury Apartments
Barnacle Bills

Barnacle Bills

3.5 out of 5
86 Scarborough Street Kaikoura Canterbury
Stay at this cottage in Kaikōura. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Kaikoura Museum and Kaikoura District Museum are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (28 reviews)
"The kitchen was great, it’s a lovely cottage set in beautiful gardens."

Reviewed on 2026/4/28

Barnacle Bills
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Stay near popular Kaikōura attractions