Wacky Stays
2.5 star property

Family-friendly Kaikoura bed & breakfast in Kaikoura Flat with free breakfast

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Children's play area - outdoor
Individually decorated, individually furnished, laptop workspace
View from room
Living area
Bathroom sink
Reviews
8.8

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendlyPet friendlyPet friendly
  • Breakfast includedBreakfast includedBreakfast included
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • Business servicesBusiness servicesBusiness services
The price is P 5,695
Price available on 05/03/2024

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Map
12 Kowhai Ford Road, Kaikoura, 7371
  • Popular LocationKaikoura Beach10 min drive
  • Popular LocationPeninsula Walkway11 min drive
  • Popular LocationPoint Kean Seal Colony11 min drive
  • AirportBlenheim (BHE-Woodbourne)109 min drive
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Room options

Farmers Cottage

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
  • 32 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds and 2 Twin Beds

Tipi / Teepee

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Dining table
  • 7 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Colonial Wagon + Sleep Out

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
  • 12 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Bunk Beds OR 2 Large Twin Beds and 2 Twin Bunk Beds

Train Carriage

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
  • 26 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Bunk Beds

Yurt / Mongolian Ger

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Dining table
  • 7 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

House Truck / Gypsy Wagon

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
  • 9 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Kaikoura

Wacky Stays is located in Kaikoura Flat, a neighborhood in Kaikoura, and is in the suburbs and near the airport. Kaikoura District Museum and Kaikoura Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include Fyffe House and Point Kean Seal Colony. Kaikoura Beach and Peninsula Walkway are two other places to visit that come recommended. Discover the area's water adventures with snorkeling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking.

What's nearby

  • Kaikoura Museum - 4 min drive
  • Fyffe View Ranch Adventure Park - 5 min drive
  • Kaikoura Beach - 10 min drive
  • Peninsula Walkway - 11 min drive
  • Point Kean Seal Colony - 11 min drive

Getting around

  • Blenheim (BHE-Woodbourne) - 109 min drive

Restaurants

  • Cods & Crayfish - 5 min drive
  • Lobster Inn Tavern - 4 min drive
  • Kaikoura Bakery - 5 min drive
  • Strawberry Tree - 5 min drive
  • The Craypot - 5 min drive

About this property

Wacky Stays

Eco-certified family-friendly bed & breakfast near Kaikoura Museum
Located close to Kaikoura District Museum and Kaikoura Beach, Wacky Stays provides free continental breakfast, a free daily manager's reception, and a garden. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas, and guests can find other amenities such as a playground and conference space.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self parking
  • Barbecue grills, smoke-free premises, and meeting rooms
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and feature comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and bathrobes, in addition to perks like dining tables.
More amenities include:
  • Heating and portable fans
  • Children's robes, free toiletries, and hair dryers
  • Refrigerators, ovens, and rice cookers

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast
  • Couples/private dining
  • Free daily manager's reception

Things to do

  • Ecotours
  • Free children's club
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Children's games
  • Dining table
  • Free children's club
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service
  • Proposal/romance packages

Business services

  • 50 square feet of conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 6 buildings
  • Built in 2013
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Children's robes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Electric kettle
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Rice cooker
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee for check-in between 9 PM and midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: NZD 20.00

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 3 percent for credit card payments
There is no front desk at this property
Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance

Access methods

Private entrance

Pets

Pets stay free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Late check-in fee for check-in between 9 PM and midnight
  • Late check-out fee: NZD 20.00 (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3 percent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Alcohol is not served at this property

National rating

Qualmark® assigns an official star rating for accommodations in New Zealand. This Bed & Breakfast property is rated 2 star plus and is displayed on this page as 2.5 stars.
Official New Zealand Rating provided by Qualmark®

Property is also known as

Wacky Stays Country House Kaikoura
Wacky Stays Country House
Wacky Stays Kaikoura
Wacky Stays
Wacky Stays Kaikoura
Wacky Stays Bed & breakfast
Wacky Stays Bed & breakfast Kaikoura

Frequently asked questions

Is Wacky Stays pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Wacky Stays?

As of May 2, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Wacky Stays on May 7, 2024 start from P 5,694.73, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Wacky Stays?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Wacky Stays?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM. Late check-in is available from 9 PM–midnight for a fee.

What time is check-out at Wacky Stays?

Check-out is at 10 AM. Late check-out is available for NZD 20.00 (subject to availability).

Where is Wacky Stays located?

This family-friendly Kaikoura bed & breakfast is located near the airport, within 3 mi (5 km) of Kaikoura Museum and Kaikoura District Museum. Kaikoura Beach and Fyffe House are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Wacky Stays Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 42 out of 73 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 22 out of 73 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 73 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 73 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 73 reviews" "

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Michael

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was most unique, a railroading buff would love it. A bit pricey but we didnt have other options. A vintage NZ train car you could sleep, eat and bathe in.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Zhaoli

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We stayed in the yurt for one night. The owner was super friendly and considerate. He provided great hospitality to our family with a clean and fun yurt space, private bathroom, breakfast including fresh free range eggs and other breakfast options. My kids and I also enjoyed feeding and encountering the different types of farm animals onsite. Overall, we were very happy to stay in Wacky Stays. Highly recommended!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was really unique experience staying in the wagon. We really loved feeding the animals.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

6/10 Okay

Leigh

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome stay, very comfy and clean. Unique experience, recommend feeding the animals in the morning.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

jayne

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The places you could pick to stay in, the fresh air, the uniqueness, the animals, the quietness, the old school ness!!!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Diana

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was a great place to relax and enjoy the amazing scenery. Very comfortable and staff are extremely helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very magical place, awesomely different.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2022