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Kaikōura Hotel Guide. Hotels in South Bay, Kaikōura, New Zealand

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Top Trending Hotels Near South Bay, Kaikōura

Sudima Kaikoura
Deluxe Twin

Sudima Kaikoura

5.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (392)
"Nice comfy hotel, "
The price is €89
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug
Sudima Kaikoura
Bendamere House Bed & Breakfast
Property grounds

Bendamere House Bed & Breakfast

3.5 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (172)
"Stunning views and great accommodation. "
The price is €144
includes taxes & fees
7 Aug - 8 Aug
Bendamere House Bed & Breakfast
Mondello Kaikoura
Suite, 1 Bedroom

Mondello Kaikoura

3.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (370)
"Impeccably clean, lots of space, extremely good value and friendly staff"
Mondello Kaikoura
Kaikōura TOP 10 Holiday Park
Business centre

Kaikōura TOP 10 Holiday Park

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (314)
"Staff are friendly and professional. Absolutely gorgeous location."
Kaikōura TOP 10 Holiday Park
The White Morph - Heritage Collection
Interior detail

The White Morph - Heritage Collection

4.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (616)
"We loved that it was across the road from the beach and we could hear the ocean."
The price is €83
includes taxes & fees
15 Jul - 16 Jul
The White Morph - Heritage Collection
Alpine-pacific Holiday Park
Outdoor spa tub

Alpine-pacific Holiday Park

3.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (408)
"Amazing Kaikoura Stay! - Highly recommended! Loved our weekend here! The staff were so friendly and helpful. Our room was clean, warm and comfy. The location was great, with short easy walk to the supermarket. Would definitely stay again. Thank you for such a pleasant experience!!"
Alpine-pacific Holiday Park
Bella Vista Motel Kaikoura
Property amenity

Bella Vista Motel Kaikoura

4.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (295)
"Great motel - perfect for staying in Kaikōura "
Bella Vista Motel Kaikoura
Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments
Deluxe Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Ocean View | Beach/ocean view

Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments

3.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (532)
"It’s lovely place to stay. Clean and easy check-in."
The price is €74
includes taxes & fees
28 Jul - 29 Jul
Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments
Kaikoura Beach Motel
Aerial view

Kaikoura Beach Motel

2.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (370)
"Really lovely place, wonderful staff, comfy beds, great location. Free laundry was a nice touch. "
The price is €75
includes taxes & fees
15 Jul - 16 Jul
Kaikoura Beach Motel
Koura Bay Resort
Exterior

Koura Bay Resort

3.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (88)
"Amazing place to stay & play, very quiet, and really convenient "
The price is €92
includes taxes & fees
15 Jul - 16 Jul
Koura Bay Resort
Lobster Inn Motel
Property grounds

Lobster Inn Motel

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (20)
"Nice warm room Comfortable beds"
The price is €75
includes taxes & fees
18 Jul - 19 Jul
Lobster Inn Motel
Kaikoura Boutique Hotel
Outdoor dining

Kaikoura Boutique Hotel

4.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (334)
"Lovely property within walking distance to bars and restaurants. The owner was lovely and very helpful, we would definitely stay here again to do another whale watching tour!"
The price is €98
includes taxes & fees
28 Jul - 29 Jul
Kaikoura Boutique Hotel
Glenburn Coastal Retreat
Luxury Cottage | Private kitchen

Glenburn Coastal Retreat

4.0 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (52)
"Very nice stay"
The price is €262
includes taxes & fees
15 Jul - 16 Jul
Glenburn Coastal Retreat
Inn the Bay Bed & Breakfast
Beach

Inn the Bay Bed & Breakfast

4.0 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (63)
"Excellent stay in a lovely property in a great location. "
The price is €134
includes taxes & fees
15 Jul - 16 Jul
Inn the Bay Bed & Breakfast
Kaikoura Gateway Motor Lodge
Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker

Kaikoura Gateway Motor Lodge

4.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (552)
"Really nice place, quiet but central to town"
The price is €75
includes taxes & fees
15 Jul - 16 Jul
Kaikoura Gateway Motor Lodge
Wacky Stays
Tipi / Teepee

Wacky Stays

2.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (76)
"Great stay, quaint little cottage & the kids thoroughly enjoyed the animal feeding "
The price is €106
includes taxes & fees
15 Jul - 16 Jul
Wacky Stays
Kaikoura Quality Suites
Exterior

Kaikoura Quality Suites

3.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (312)
"Very enjoyable stay. Would definitely stay again. "
Kaikoura Quality Suites
Blue Seas Motel
View from property

Blue Seas Motel

3.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (71)
"Very friendly staff, quick checkin , very quiet place. "
Blue Seas Motel
The Peninsula Kaikoura
Exterior

The Peninsula Kaikoura

3.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (167)
" Ok "
The price is €87
includes taxes & fees
15 Jul - 16 Jul
The Peninsula Kaikoura
Te Mahuru Retreat
Double Room (Room 3)

Te Mahuru Retreat

3.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (147)
"This is an outstanding B&B. It is truly a garden spot, an excellent place to relax and refresh, "
The price is €74
includes taxes & fees
15 Jul - 16 Jul
Te Mahuru Retreat
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Where to stay in South Bay

Find the best South Bay areas for the activities you enjoy most.
Kaikoura Flat map

Kaikoura Flat

2 out of top 10 points of interest in this area

While visiting Kaikoura Flat, you might make a stop by sights like Mount Fyffe and Kaikoura Beach.

Photo by Brent Manning
Open Photo by Brent Manning
Kaikoura Peninsula map

Kaikoura Peninsula

2 out of top 10 points of interest in this area

If you're spending some time in Kaikoura Peninsula, Point Kean Seal Colony and Peninsula Walkway are top sights worth seeing.

Frequently asked questions

What is South Bay like?

Travellers will be sure to enjoy their time in Kaikōura's South Bay neighbourhood.

Where is the best hotel for a stay in South Bay?

Based on our traveller data, Bay Cottages is one of the top choices for your stay in South Bay. This cottage offers free parking and private patios. Other good choices for your stay in the area include Kaikoura Fishing Retreat, not just for fishing!!! and Kaikoura's lovely South Bays Cottage.

How many hotels will I find in South Bay?

When you want to put your feet up after a day of exploring the sights in Kaikōura, you can choose from 14 Expedia hotels and other accommodation options in South Bay.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in South Bay, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view top deals in South Bay.

What is there to do in this Kaikōura neighbourhood?

Fyffe House, Peninsula Walkway and Point Kean Seal Colony are just a few of the places to visit in and around South Bay. When you're sightseeing in Kaikōura, Kaikoura District Museum and Kaikoura Museum are also worth a stop.