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Top Trending Hotels Near South Bay, Kaikōura

Alpine-pacific Holiday Park
Outdoor spa tub

Alpine-pacific Holiday Park

3.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (407)
"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
Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments
Beach/ocean view

Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments

3.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (530)
"Great hospitality "
The price is P5,224
P6,008 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 1 - Jul 2
Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments
Kaikoura Beach Motel
Aerial view

Kaikoura Beach Motel

2.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (360)
"Great value and close to the bowling club where we were playing."
Kaikoura Beach Motel
Kaikoura Quality Suites
Exterior

Kaikoura Quality Suites

3.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (308)
"Good place to stay. Will certainly visit again."
Kaikoura Quality Suites
Mondello Kaikoura
1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated

Mondello Kaikoura

3.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (366)
"Impeccably clean, lots of space, extremely good value and friendly staff"
Mondello Kaikoura
The Fairways Accommodation Kaikoura
Exterior

The Fairways Accommodation Kaikoura

3.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (396)
"Very nice accomodation and a sincere thank you to Deka for your excellent customer service. Highly recommended. Will definitely stay here again. "
The Fairways Accommodation Kaikoura
Kaikoura Gateway Motor Lodge
Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker

Kaikoura Gateway Motor Lodge

4.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (550)
"Really nice place, quiet but central to town"
The price is P4,329
P4,978 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 26 - Jun 27
Kaikoura Gateway Motor Lodge
Te Mahuru Retreat
1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, individually decorated

Te Mahuru Retreat

3.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (146)
"This is an outstanding B&B. It is truly a garden spot, an excellent place to relax and refresh, "
Te Mahuru Retreat
Sudima Kaikoura
1 bedroom, in-room safe, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Sudima Kaikoura

5.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (380)
"Great comfy bed, nice food & awesome views."
The price is P4,977
P5,724 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 26 - Jun 27
Sudima Kaikoura
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 P6,306
P7,252 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 14 - Jul 15
Kaikoura Boutique Hotel
Sierra Beachfront Motel
Front of property

Sierra Beachfront Motel

2.5 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (255)
"A good location by the beach , quiet but a bit of a back to town. "
The price is P3,732
P4,292 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 26 - Jun 27
Sierra Beachfront Motel
Alpine View Motel
Reception

Alpine View Motel

3.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (529)
"Solid choice with basically a huge private beach!"
The price is P4,627
P5,322 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 28 - Jun 29
Alpine View Motel
Koura Bay Resort
Exterior

Koura Bay Resort

3.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (88)
"Lovely views from the room"
Koura Bay Resort
The White Morph - Heritage Collection
Interior detail

The White Morph - Heritage Collection

4.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (611)
"Great location and lovely view from the property."
The price is P4,299
P4,944 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 26 - Jun 27
The White Morph - Heritage Collection
Glenburn Coastal Retreat
Private kitchen

Glenburn Coastal Retreat

4.0 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (51)
"Very nice stay"
The price is P15,226
P17,510 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 26 - Jun 27
Glenburn Coastal Retreat
Kaikōura TOP 10 Holiday Park
Business center

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
Bella Vista Motel Kaikoura
Property amenity

Bella Vista Motel Kaikoura

4.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (294)
"Great motel - perfect for staying in Kaikōura "
Bella Vista Motel Kaikoura
Lobster Inn Motel
Property grounds

Lobster Inn Motel

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (19)
"Nice warm room Comfortable beds"
The price is P4,353
P5,006 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 30 - Jul 1
Lobster Inn Motel
Blue Seas Motel
Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds

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
Hapuku Lodge & Tree Houses
Outdoor pool, sun loungers

Hapuku Lodge & Tree Houses

5.0 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (5)
"Absolutely unforgettable stay from start to finish. The staff were amazing, the grounds are unreal and the pool was divine. What a fantastic place, I wish it was closer to my home so I could come back regularly!"
The price is P41,871
P48,152 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 26 - Jun 27
Hapuku Lodge & Tree Houses
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Where to stay in South Bay

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

Kaikoura Flat

2 out of top 10 points of interest in this area

If you're spending some time in Kaikoura Flat, Kaikoura Beach and Mount Fyffe are top sights worth seeing.

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

While visiting Kaikoura Peninsula, you might make a stop by sights like Peninsula Walkway and Point Kean Seal Colony.

Frequently asked questions

What is South Bay like?

Travelers will be sure to enjoy their time in Kaikōura's South Bay neighborhood.

How many hotels should I expect to find in South Bay?

When you want to kick up your feet after a day of exploring the sights in Kaikōura, you can choose from 13 Expedia hotels and other accommodations in South Bay.

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

Yes! The majority of hotel bookings are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel’s cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of check in. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to get the best deals available in South Bay.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to South Bay?

For more details about picking new dates or cancelling your trip to South Bay, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.

What is there to do in this Kaikōura neighborhood?

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.