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Offering garden views, Kakatu Retreat Bed & Breakfast in Kaikoura provides accommodation, a garden and a shared lounge. Featuring a lift, this property also provides guests with a barbecue. The bed and breakfast also offers free WiFi, free private parking and facilities for disabled guests. The units in the bed and breakfast are equipped with a flat-screen TV. Some units feature a seating area and/or a patio. At the bed and breakfast, the units are fitted with bed linen and towels. A continental breakfast is available every morning at the bed and breakfast. You can play table tennis at Kakatu Retreat Bed & Breakfast. Guests at the accommodation can enjoy cycling and hiking nearby, or make the most of the sun terrace. The nearest airport is Kaikoura Airport, 4 km from Kakatu Retreat Bed & Breakfast.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.0 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.6)

Breakfast info

Continental

Free private parking available on-site


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Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
2 single beds
and
1 extra-large double bed
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Property practices

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.3
Facilities
9.0
Cleanliness
9.4
Comfort
9.3
Value for money
8.6
Location
8.6
Free WiFi
9.4
High score for Kaikoura
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  • Koen
    Netherlands Netherlands
    Very friendly host and very nice facilities! Kitchen and terrace have an amazing view!
  • Zac
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Was very nice stay with very welcoming hosts, excellent facilities + appliances including good selection of food and spreads for breakfast. Ping pong table and selection of books and games to keep you entertained. No need for stairs as a lift...
  • Iona
    Colombia Colombia
    Absolutely lovely stay, great selection of breakfast options. Very friendly staff and the place was very clean. The beds even have a heated blanket which is a lovely touch.

Host Information

9.3
9.3
Host review score
Host review score

Stephen & Mary welcome you to Kakatu Retreat Bed and Breakfast, located in the quiet Ocean Ridge subdivision just five minutes from the Kaikoura town centre. With breathtaking views of the mountain ranges and surrounding farmland, Kakatu Retreat offers a relaxing getaway for solo travellers, couples and families alike. Explore the scenic walking and cycling tracks accessible from the end of the property, or relax and unwind with a game of golf or a day at the beach (located just 600m from the retreat).
Kakatu Retreat features spacious guest living facilities, a fully equipped kitchen, expansive decks capturing the sun, and a balcony with views of the mountain ranges. Start the day with an outdoor coffee on the balcony in the morning, with options for a delicious self-serve continental breakfast available for you to enjoy at your own leisure. After a day of exploring the nearby beach and local Kaikoura attractions, sit out on the deck and watch the sun go down behind the mountains, or retreat inside the guest living area with cosy lounge seating, a library, table tennis, flatscreen smart TV and free Wi-Fi.
Language spoken: English

Property surroundings

Facilities of Kakatu Retreat Bed & Breakfast
Great facilities! Review score, 9

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Hairdryer
Bedroom
  • Linen
View
  • Garden view
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • BBQ facilities
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Activities
  • Diving
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
  • Canoeing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Table tennis
  • Fishing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
Internet
WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
  • Accessible parking
Services
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Luggage storage
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
Entertainment and family services
  • Board games/puzzles
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
General
  • Electric blankets
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Carpeted
  • Lift
  • Fan
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
  • Lower bathroom sink
  • Higher level toilet
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
Languages spoken
  • English

House rules

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Check-in

From 14:00 to 21:30

Check-out

From 06:00 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 older than 5 years are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

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Quiet hours

Guests must be quiet between 21:00 and 09:00.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

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

Please inform Kakatu Retreat Bed & Breakfast in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Quiet hours are between 21:00:00 and 09:00:00.

FAQs about Kakatu Retreat Bed & Breakfast

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

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

    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Table tennis
    • Diving
    • Fishing
    • Canoeing
    • Golf course (within 3 km)

  • Kakatu Retreat Bed & Breakfast is 2.1 miles from the centre of Kaikoura. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Guests staying at Kakatu Retreat Bed & Breakfast can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.8).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental

  • Check-in at Kakatu Retreat Bed & Breakfast is from 14:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

  • Room options at Kakatu Retreat Bed & Breakfast include:

    • Twin
    • Double
    • Family