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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.

great location, really clean accomadation
8.1
Scored 8.1
Very Good
Rated very good
355 reviews
Price from$76.42per 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.

Adorable facility with wonderful common areas. Location is fabulous.
8.3
Scored 8.3
Very Good
Rated very good
320 reviews
Price from$114.70per 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.

Too expensive.
8.8
Scored 8.8
Excellent
Rated excellent
1,261 reviews
Price from$112per 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.

Nice view to the golf course / Playing without greenfee (was included)
8.9
Scored 8.9
Excellent
Rated excellent
250 reviews
Price from$141.37per 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.

view
8.7
Scored 8.7
Excellent
Rated excellent
547 reviews
Price from$110.59per 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.

The location
7.9
Scored 7.9
Good
Rated good
593 reviews
Price from$61.13per night
Kaikoura Quality Suites, hotel in 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.

Staff were excellent, great service. Stone throw away from the supermarket and eatery. Short drive to the viewing point which is a must go. Very happy with my stay, would definitely come back if I'm here again. The staff was very accommodating and helpful. Keep it up guys.
8.9
Scored 8.9
Excellent
Rated excellent
2,229 reviews
Price from$94.09per night
Panorama Motel, hotel in Kaikoura

Wake up to stunning views of the Kaikoura Mountains and the sea at Panorama Motel. Our units are all ensuite and smoke-free.

the location and view from the room were perfect.
8.9
Scored 8.9
Excellent
Rated excellent
1,103 reviews
Price from$121.66per night
Blue Seas Motel, hotel in 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.

Clean and Tidy room. Good shower with lots of hot water. Nice tidy kitchen with cook top.
8.4
Scored 8.4
Very Good
Rated very good
960 reviews
Price from$73.36per night
Mondello Kaikoura, hotel in Kaikoura

Mondello Kaikoura provides air-conditioned rooms in Kaikoura. This 4-star apartment offers luggage storage space and room service.

Close to town, clean
9.0
Scored 9.0
Wonderful
Rated wonderful
1,002 reviews
Price from$85.28per night
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What Guests Said About Kaikoura:

  • 8.0
    Scored 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.
    Debrah
    Canada
  • 8.0
    Scored 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.
    Sheila
    New Zealand
  • 10
    Scored 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 spectacular
    Christina
    New Zealand
  • 10
    Scored 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.
    Lisa
    New Zealand
  • 10
    Scored 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.
    Erin
    New Zealand
  • 10
    Scored 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.
    Patricia
    New Zealand

Explore guest reviews of hotels in Kaikoura

  • 9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 63 reviews
    Communication from our host was excellent from the clear and concise directions to pick the keys up, to the welcomed text following up with us during our stay. The Host was excellent. The cottage has brilliant access to the beach, which allowed nice walks. Such a wonderful location we enjoyed the picturesque scenery each night. Accommodation was as described, and we all enjoyed a comfortable night's sleep. We would recommend anyone considering this place as your Kaikoura getaway to take the opportunity.
    Shane Magee
    New Zealand
  • From $293.45 per night
    9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 167 reviews
    It's our first trip to Kaikoura and we found everything's perfect here - clear instructions from Richard and Moira, finest equipment (basically everything we need from a house is available), superb sceneries (we got both open sea and mountain!), and quiet neighbourhood. Love our getaway weekend here and wish we could have stayed longer! It's cozy like a house but with a quality of 5*. Look forward to coming back again on our next trip to Kaikoura.
    louisa_kathy
    New Zealand
  • From $70.31 per night
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 593 reviews
    I would go back to Pier Hotel anytime it's a very old but well loved pub/ restaurant/ hotel, obviously well patronized by locals. If you don't mind its age and budget old school decor in the accomadation section it is a very authentic place in Kaikoura Awesome location and incredible views. Sit on the upstairs wrap around verandah in the sun with amazing mountain and sea views Great food in restaurant, Great value for money
    Annie
    New Zealand
  • From $85.28 per night
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 1,002 reviews
    Very comfortable and thoughtful considerations that many other hotels in NZ we have stayed at didn’t have such as large bath sheets instead of tiny towels, a shelf near the sink to put your toiletry bag, etc. Wifi was excellent as well. Assigned parking spaces made it easy to come and go without having to worry about having a space when you returned.
    Yvonne
    United States of America
  • From $97.82 per night
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 1,729 reviews
    Very well equipped motor lodge in an exceptional location - right across from the beautiful turquoise waters of Kaikoura. The bedrooms were really lovely and the beds very comfy. Lots of storage. Dining area was also high quality, with a great large table and very beautiful dining chairs. Very nice staff.
    Timothy
    United States of America
  • From $524.56 per night
    9.9
    Scored 9.9
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 10 reviews
    This was a beautiful, well appointed house which made our stay in Kaikoura outstanding. The house was very clean, and a full suite of kitchen utensils and crockery was provided Views were fantastic, and 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms was a luxury for our family of four.
    Tania
    New Zealand
  • From $133 per night
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 288 reviews
    Stayed in the yurt with my teenage kids. Loads of space, comfortable beds, hot shower. Makes a lovely change from the usual dull motels or holiday parks. Even the teenagers enjoyed helping with feeding the farm animals. Fab place. Would recommend.
    Sian
    United Kingdom
  • From $58.08 per night
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,103 reviews
    Everything!!! Our cabin, shared bathroom, kitchen, lounge, laundry very very clean. The bbq area, pool and 2x hot tubs, sadly, didn't get to use these due to wet weather, but will definately stay there when I am next in kaikoura!
    CJ Savage
    New Zealand
  • From $125.94 per night
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 1,261 reviews
    Absolutely Loved our stay, the hotel was overlooking the beautiful Kaikoura sea, close to the main center. The room was quiet and very comfortable. The facilities were fantastic; room service was awesome.
    Stephen
    New Zealand
  • From $94.76 per night
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 925 reviews
    Good location right by the beach and next to a supermarket, with everything else in Kaikoura within 10 minutes drive. Clean, comfortable and tidy room. Staff were friendly and helpful.
    Brian
    New Zealand
  • From $70.31 per night
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 593 reviews
    great value for money - cheapest option on booking.com, help yourself breakfast included, very clean, all you needed and balcony to eat breakfast on with 180 sea views will be back
    Jenny
    New Zealand
  • From $94.76 per night
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 925 reviews
    Excellent location just off Route 1, and close to the supermarket and other shops, but very quiet. Unit was more spacious than we've experienced in other motels of this price.
    Rachel
    New Zealand
  • From $104.54 per night
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 2,229 reviews
    Love the hotel cleanliness and comfort. The owner was extremely helpful and waited for our late arrival as we travelled from Queenstown to Kaikoura.
    Eugene
    Singapore
  • From $76.42 per night
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 920 reviews
    The recent remodel was well done, great location directly across from beach, short walk to brilliant coffee at the kaikoura boutique hotel/cafe
    Gayelene
    New Zealand
  • From $55.02 per night
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,060 reviews
    Small place so it’s very quiet, the kitchen is easy to use, garden has great views, it’s a 2 minute walk to the shops/pubs, cheap laundry
    Helen
    United Kingdom
  • From $183.40 per night
    9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 20 reviews
    Comfortable accomodation, very neat & tidy. Lovely fireplace with plenty of wood. Pleasant views down towards Kaikōura
    Kristie
    Australia
  • From $94.76 per night
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,141 reviews
    It was cold weather and really ALL Motels cater for summer not winter but it was comfy
    Laura
    New Zealand
  • 9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 29 reviews
    Lovely view and comfortable bed! Perfect for our time in Kaikoura
    Lauren
    New Zealand
  • From $50.74 per night
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,172 reviews
    Great Location, love Kaikoura, great price and family friendly
    Tracy
    New Zealand
  • From $50.74 per night
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,172 reviews
    Cheap and well located
    Bruce
    New Zealand