Featuring free WiFi and included breakfast Bendamere House B&B offers views of the Kaikoura mountain range and the Pacific Ocean. All rooms feature a flat-screen TV and guests enjoy free home-baked shortbread. Set on half an acre of rose gardens and manicured lawns, Bendamere House Bed & Breakfast is 5 minutes’ walk from Kaikoura. It is 3 minutes’ drive to see dolphins at Encounter Kaikoura and to the Seal Swim experience. Guests are welcome to relax in the spacious gardens which offer outdoor furniture. Reception offers a booking service for local attractions such as dolphin-watching cruises and the Wings Over Whales scenic flight. All rooms feature a flat-screen TV, sofa, refrigerator and tea/coffee making facilities. Each offers an en suite bathroom with a hairdryer and free toiletries. Bed linen and electric blankets are provided. Your delicious breakfast is served in the communal dining room and includes cereals, fresh fruit, toast, home-made spreads, muffins and ham and cheese croissants.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.9 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Situated in the best rated area in Kaikoura, this property has an excellent location score of 9.9

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast info

Continental, Buffet

Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
1 single bed
and
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
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Guests need to meet one or more requirements to stay in this property: proof of full Coronavirus (Covid-19) vaccination, a recent valid negative Coronavirus PCR test, or recent proof of Coronavirus recovery.

Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.9
Facilities
9.7
Cleanliness
9.9
Comfort
9.9
Value for money
9.3
Location
9.9
Free WiFi
10
High score for Kaikoura
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Chris
    Australia Australia
    Breathtaking views from the lovely room and gardens. Delicious breakfast with the best fresh fruit salad. Warm, comfortable and clean modern room. The best shower pressure we have experienced! Julie’s home cooked shortbread was so tasty.
  • Alexandra
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Amazing views, very comfortable bed and room. Lovely breakfast
  • Alastair
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Fabulous location with outstanding views. Julie and Kerry were lovely. The bedroom was immaculate and very well equipped. Again the views were outstanding. Very highly recommended.

Property surroundings

Facilities of Bendamere House Bed & Breakfast
Great facilities! Review score, 9.7

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Beachfront
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
Bathroom
  • Towels
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock
View
  • Mountain view
  • Garden view
  • Sea view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Beachfront
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Sun terrace
  • Patio
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Toaster
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchenette
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Movie nights
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Beach
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Sofa
  • Seating Area
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
Food & Drink
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
    Services
    • Luggage storage
    • Fax/photocopying
    • Tour desk
    • Express check-in/check-out
    • Laundry
      Additional charge
    Reception services
    • Invoice provided
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • Smoke alarms
    • Key access
    • 24-hour security
    General
    • Adult only
    • Electric blankets
    • Designated smoking area
    • Air conditioning
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Heating
    • Carpeted
    • Soundproof rooms
    • Ironing facilities
    • Facilities for disabled guests
    • Non-smoking rooms
    • Iron
    Accessibility
    • Toilet with grab rails
    • Wheelchair accessible
    Languages spoken
    • English

    House rules

    Bendamere House Bed & Breakfast takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 13:00 to 18:00

    Check-out

    From 07:30 to 10:00

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children are not allowed.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

    Age restriction

    The minimum age for check-in is 20

    Mastercard Visa Eftpos Cash Bendamere House Bed & Breakfast accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


    Smoking

    Smoking is not allowed.

    Parties

    Parties/events are not allowed

    Quiet hours

    Guests must be quiet between 20:00 and 08:00.

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    Please note that Bendamere House Bed & Breakfast does not accept payments with American Express credit cards.

    Please note that children under 12 years of age cannot be accommodated at this property.

    Please note that due to the recent earthquake, some roads are closed and alternate routes may need to be taken to access the property. For further information please refer to the New Zealand Transport Agency's website.

    This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

    Quiet hours are between 20:00:00 and 08:00:00.

    Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

    In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary and other relevant information, during dates where such guidelines exist.

    It is not possible to stay at this property for Coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine purposes.

    Guests need to meet one or more requirements to stay in this property: proof of full Coronavirus (Covid-19) vaccination, a recent valid negative Coronavirus PCR test, or recent proof of Coronavirus recovery.

    FAQs about Bendamere House Bed & Breakfast

    • Bendamere House Bed & Breakfast offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Cycling
      • Golf course (within 3 km)
      • Beachfront
      • Walking tours
      • Movie nights
      • Bicycle rental
      • Beach

    • Guests staying at Bendamere House Bed & Breakfast can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 9.2).

      Breakfast option(s) include:

      • Continental
      • Buffet

    • Room options at Bendamere House Bed & Breakfast include:

      • Double
      • Twin/Double

    • Check-in at Bendamere House Bed & Breakfast is from 13:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

    • The prices at Bendamere House Bed & Breakfast may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • The nearest beach is just 650 yards from Bendamere House Bed & Breakfast. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Bendamere House Bed & Breakfast is 350 yards from the centre of Kaikoura. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.