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Top Trending Hotels Near South Bay, Kaikoura

Sudima Kaikoura
In-room safe, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Sudima Kaikoura

4.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (206)
"It’s a new hotel - clean and sleek on the waterfront next to Ozone Cafe "
The price is P5,208
P5,989 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 1 - Dec 2
Sudima Kaikoura
Alpine-pacific Holiday Park
Outdoor spa tub

Alpine-pacific Holiday Park

3.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (370)
"Lovely quiet room with amazing shower pressure, friendly staff, easy check-in, nice clean spa and pool 😊 beeeeeautiful views out the back, must be an incredible place to watch the sunset on a clear day "
The price is P2,926
P3,384 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 27 - Nov 28
Alpine-pacific Holiday Park
Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments
Beach/ocean view

Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments

3.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (451)
"Property manager Poppy was so kind and made our stay comfortable and memorable. The property is in a great location that’s walking distance to the Kaikoura town centre. Would highly recommend to anyone visiting Kaikoura."
The price is P6,472
P7,462 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 12 - Dec 13
Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments
The Fairways Accommodation Kaikoura
Exterior

The Fairways Accommodation Kaikoura

3.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (355)
"An outstanding accommodation ! Made us feel very special in a really nice area - modern and cosy! "
The price is P5,336
P6,137 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 28 - Nov 29
The Fairways Accommodation Kaikoura
Kaikoura Quality Suites
Beach nearby

Kaikoura Quality Suites

3.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (239)
"Very nice building, lovely foyer with pool table. Rooms were immaculate, lovely bbq area, excellent staff. Good value.Highly recommend "
The price is P4,828
P5,553 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 6 - Dec 7
Kaikoura Quality Suites
The White Morph - Heritage Collection
Interior detail

The White Morph - Heritage Collection

4.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (575)
"Very nice, spacious room convenient to activities in Kaikoura. Enjoyed our stay."
The price is P6,810
P7,971 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
The White Morph - Heritage Collection
Kaikoura TOP 10 Holiday Park
Lake

Kaikoura TOP 10 Holiday Park

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (298)
"Great staff and great location"
The price is P4,133
P4,836 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 28 - Nov 29
Kaikoura TOP 10 Holiday Park
Kaikoura Motor Inn
Terrace/patio

Kaikoura Motor Inn

3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (434)
"Great customer service on check in. Servicing of unit during 3 night stay, bit hit and miss."
The price is P4,273
P4,914 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 1 - Dec 2
Kaikoura Motor Inn
Kaikoura Beach Motel
Aerial view

Kaikoura Beach Motel

2.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (272)
"Clean, comfortable, with great access to the beach."
The price is P4,332
P4,982 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 27 - Nov 28
Kaikoura Beach Motel
Mondello Kaikoura
Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Mondello Kaikoura

3.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (307)
"Beautiful view of the mountains from the balcony. Very close to the Whale Watch cruise. The room was very comfortable and had cute whale decor. The only complaint I had was that it was next to a busy road and had a lot of noisy trucks. "
The price is P6,365
P7,371 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 8 - Dec 9
Mondello Kaikoura
Alpine View Motel
Free self parking

Alpine View Motel

3.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (483)
"Location ideal for whale whatching & dolphin excursions. Querky museum, watch plenty of fur seals from roadside on road into Kaikoura. Check in great, owner very chatty & welcoming. Lovely Irish pub Donegal on outskirts, lovely food. Supermarket close by."
The price is P4,977
P5,724 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 2 - Dec 3
Alpine View Motel
Kaikoura Boutique Hotel
Outdoor dining

Kaikoura Boutique Hotel

4.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (316)
"Fantastic place to stay, great location."
The price is P6,807
P7,859 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 4 - Dec 5
Kaikoura Boutique Hotel
Hapuku Lodge & Tree Houses
Outdoor pool, sun loungers

Hapuku Lodge & Tree Houses

5.0 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2)
"From the start to finish of our 3 nights stay, in one of the treehouses, the whole experience was exceptional in our travels around NZ over the last month. Friendly, kind interested and caring well beyond expectation. Rooms supremely comfortable, food varied each night and delicious. Breakfast and lunch offered with grace and pleasure also. Good place for quiet time but close to whale watching trips . Even its own helipad for trips to mountains and sea.! Don’t miss this gem."
The price is P36,455
P42,598 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 27 - Nov 28
Hapuku Lodge & Tree Houses
Kaikoura Gateway Motor Lodge
Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker

Kaikoura Gateway Motor Lodge

4.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (506)
"This was a great place to stay for one night on our drive up to Nelson. The only thing that let it down for us is that the unit we had was an upstairs one fronting the road and was very noisy - especially with trucks traveling up and down the road all through the night (and some inconsiderate drivers using their engine brakes)."
The price is P4,471
P5,232 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 16 - Dec 17
Kaikoura Gateway Motor Lodge
Blue Seas Motels Kaikoura
View from property

Blue Seas Motels Kaikoura

3.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (55)
"Clean, comfortable room. The gentleman who checked us in was very friendly & helpful."
The price is P5,378
P6,185 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 1 - Dec 2
Blue Seas Motels Kaikoura
Bella Vista Motel Kaikoura
Property amenity

Bella Vista Motel Kaikoura

4.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (274)
"Good place to stop for a night"
The price is P5,285
P6,186 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 27 - Nov 28
Bella Vista Motel Kaikoura
Kakatu Retreat
Outdoor dining

Kakatu Retreat

3.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (64)
"The only thing is the gas bottle ran out for the bbq haha"
The price is P3,185
P6,281 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 27 - Nov 28
Kakatu Retreat
Dusky Lodge - Hostel
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; pool views

Dusky Lodge - Hostel

2.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (178)
"Kaikoura is very popular and this was the only room at a sensible price. En suite family room with use of communal kitchen. Nice and quiet with view of mountains for breakfast "
The price is P3,115
P3,582 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 4 - Dec 5
Dusky Lodge - Hostel
Kaikoura Seaside Lodge
Toys, books, video library

Kaikoura Seaside Lodge

2.0 star property
The price is P3,453
P4,028 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 27 - Nov 28
Kaikoura Seaside Lodge
Lobster Inn Motor Lodge
Property grounds

Lobster Inn Motor Lodge

3.0 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1)
"Great service, convenient, peaceful"
The price is P6,509
P7,486 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 6 - Dec 7
Lobster Inn Motor Lodge
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Frequently asked questions

What is South Bay like?

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

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

Based on our traveler data, Bay Cottages is one of the top choices for your stay in South Bay. This cottage offers free parking and private patios.

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 Kaikoura, you can choose from 17 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?

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What is there to do in this Kaikoura 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 Kaikoura, Kaikoura District Museum and Kaikoura Museum are also worth a stop.