Kaikoura

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Kaikoura
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Where to stay in Kaikoura

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South Bay

Though South Bay may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Peninsula Walkway and Point Kean Seal Colony.

South Bay
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Kaikoura Flat

While visiting Kaikoura Flat, you might make a stop by sights like Fyffe View Ranch Adventure Park and Kaikoura Beach.

Kaikoura Flat
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Kaikoura Peninsula

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

Kaikoura Peninsula
Sudima Kaikoura
Sudima Kaikoura
4.5 out of 5
Esplanade, 114, Kaikoura, Canterbury
The price is HK$836 per night from 9 Feb to 10 Feb
HK$836
HK$962 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Feb - 10 Feb
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Kaikoura. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (261 reviews)
"Hotel is really nice with an outdoor pool and short walk to restaurants and bars whilst being on the beach."

Reviewed on 19 Jan 2025

Sudima Kaikoura
Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments
Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments
3 out of 5
126 Esplanade, Kaikoura, Canterbury
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is HK$1,228 per night from 14 Feb to 15 Feb
HK$1,228
HK$1,416 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Feb - 15 Feb
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Kaikoura. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and premium TV channels. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (478 reviews)
"Lovely apartment central to everything Kaikōura has to offer. Walking distance to town. Beach across the road. Ultra comfy. Great staff."

Reviewed on 16 Jan 2025

Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments
Alpine-pacific Holiday Park
Alpine-pacific Holiday Park
3 out of 5
69 Beach Road, Kaikoura
The price is HK$460 per night from 27 Jan to 28 Jan
HK$460
HK$531 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Jan - 28 Jan
Stay at this 3-star holiday park in Kaikoura. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Kaikoura Museum and Kaikoura District Museum ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (380 reviews)
"It was a convenient and a comfortable stay"

Reviewed on 19 Jan 2025

Alpine-pacific Holiday Park
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The Fairways Accommodation Kaikoura
The Fairways Accommodation Kaikoura
3.5 out of 5
1 Kersage Drive - Ocean Ridge, Kaikoura
Stay at this 3.5-star beach aparthotel in Kaikoura. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (366 reviews)
"Very nice and clean room. Also really good shower. Loved the AC, that’s not very common in NZ. Location was perfect, quiet with an outside space and just 5 minute drive to town."

Reviewed on 18 Jan 2025

The Fairways Accommodation Kaikoura
Blue Seas Motel
Blue Seas Motel
3.5 out of 5
222 Esplanade, Kaikoura
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Kaikoura. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge), and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Fyffe House and Peninsula ...
9/10 Wonderful! (58 reviews)
"Great to have kitchen facilities. Great view"

Reviewed on 7 Jan 2025

Blue Seas Motel
Cheerful Cosy Cottage in South Bay, Kaikoura
Cheerful Cosy Cottage in South Bay, Kaikoura
South Bay
Stay at this cottage in Kaikoura. Enjoy patios, an in-room coffeemaker, and housekeeping. Popular attractions Fyffe House and Peninsula Walkway are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (130 reviews)
South Bay cottage
"Cute, clean and tidy. Comfy beds and easy to be in. Many thanks. We cleaned up and washed our sheets and towels. Happy cleaner. Thank you for letting us bring our wee dog, he wasn't well but happy to be with us."

Reviewed on 5 Dec 2024

Cheerful Cosy Cottage in South Bay, Kaikoura
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Popular places to visit

Peninsula Walkway

Peninsula Walkway

4.5/5(10 reviews)

Go wildlife spotting as you hike on a coastal route across cliff tops and down to the shoreline. See whales, seals, sea lions and much more.

Peninsula Walkway

Point Kean Seal Colony

4.5/5(11 reviews)

Find out about the history of Kaikoura with a stop at Point Kean Seal Colony. Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's mountain views.

Point Kean Seal Colony

Fyffe View Ranch Adventure Park

Enjoy an outing to Fyffe View Ranch Adventure Park during your stay in Kaikoura. Wander the seaside or discover the area's mountain views.

Fyffe View Ranch Adventure Park

Kaikoura District Museum

4/5(3 reviews)

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Kaikoura District Museum during your trip to Kaikoura. Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's mountain views.

Kaikoura District Museum

Fyffe House

You can learn about the history of Kaikoura with a trip to Fyffe House. Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's mountain views.

Fyffe House

Mount Fyffe

Explore the great outdoors at Mount Fyffe and enjoy the mountain views during your trip to Kaikoura. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

Mount Fyffe

Things to do

Whale watching in Winter

Whale Watching in Kaikoura by Boat

HK$784
per adult
Whale Watching in Kaikoura by Boat
Jumping dolphins in Kaikoura dolphin swimming tour in Christchurch New Zealand.

Swim with Dolphins in Kaikoura

HK$1,790
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Swim with Dolphins in Kaikoura
Kaikōura: Zipline and Native Forest Adventure Trip

Kaikōura: Zipline and Native Forest Adventure Trip

HK$825
per adult
Kaikōura: Zipline and Native Forest Adventure Trip
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Kaikoura: 40-Minute Whale Watching Flight with Commentary

HK$864
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Kaikoura: 40-Minute Whale Watching Flight with Commentary
Whale tail splashing in water in the Kaikour whale watching tour in Christchurch New Zealand.

Full-Day Kaikoura Whale-Watching Tour

HK$1,588
per adult
Full-Day Kaikoura Whale-Watching Tour
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Kaikoura: Seal-Watching Pedal Kayak Tour

HK$589
per adult
Kaikoura: Seal-Watching Pedal Kayak Tour
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