Kaikoura Peninsula

Kaikōura

A seal resting on a rocky surface.
A wooden boardwalk curving over a grassy area with a view of a lake and mountains in the distance.
A rocky shoreline with driftwood and waves crashing against the rocks.
A wet wooden bridge with a seal resting on it.
A rocky shoreline with seals resting on the rocks.

Stay near popular Kaikoura Peninsula attractions

Things to do


Top hotels in Kaikoura Peninsula

Sudima Kaikoura

Sudima Kaikoura

5 out of 5
Esplanade, 114 Kaikoura Canterbury
The price is P8,402 per night from Sep 23 to Sep 24
P8,402
P9,662 total
Sep 23 - Sep 24
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Kaikōura. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (628 reviews)
"Great staff and location clean room very happy"

Reviewed on Sep 5, 2026

Sudima Kaikoura
Kaikoura Quality Suites

Kaikoura Quality Suites

3.5 out of 5
154 Beach Road Kaikoura
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P4,357 per night from Oct 22 to Oct 23
P4,357
P5,011 total
Oct 22 - Oct 23
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Kaikōura. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (513 reviews)
"Ran out of hot water, fridge froze food, and only limited tv channels"

Reviewed on Sep 21, 2026

Kaikoura Quality Suites
Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments

Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments

3 out of 5
126 Esplanade Kaikoura Canterbury
The price is P4,810 per night from Oct 18 to Oct 19
P4,810
P5,532 total
Oct 18 - Oct 19
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Kaikōura. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and bicycle rentals on site. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (644 reviews)
"The apartment was a highlight of our stay in Kaikoura. It had a nice big balcony overlooking the water and was easily big enough for two people. It was clean and had the right equipment for cooking and doing laundry, which was a plus. We really enjoyed our stay, the apartment was comfortable and ..."

Reviewed on Sep 20, 2026

Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments
Mondello Kaikoura

Mondello Kaikoura

3 out of 5
29 Beach Rd Kaikoura Canterbury
The price is P4,402 per night from Sep 24 to Sep 25
P4,402
P5,063 total
Sep 24 - Sep 25
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Kaikōura. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (485 reviews)
"Quite , clean, roomy . We would stay there again. Friendly service"

Reviewed on Sep 20, 2026

Mondello Kaikoura
Kaikoura Beach Motel

Kaikoura Beach Motel

2.5 out of 5
124 Esplanade Kaikoura Canterbury
The price is P3,779 per night from Sep 22 to Sep 23
P3,779
P4,346 total
Sep 22 - Sep 23
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Kaikōura. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (449 reviews)
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Reviewed on Sep 13, 2026

Kaikoura Beach Motel
Alpine View Motel

Alpine View Motel

3 out of 5
146 Beach Road Kaikoura
The price is P4,863 per night from Sep 23 to Sep 24
P4,863
P5,593 total
Sep 23 - Sep 24
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Kaikōura. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 12 beach bars. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions Kaikoura ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (567 reviews)
"This recently renovated property had friendly owners, was spacious and quiet. Would recommend for travellers on a budget."

Reviewed on Aug 25, 2026

Alpine View Motel
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Where to stay in Kaikoura Peninsula

Find the best Kaikoura Peninsula areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.

South Bay

While there might not be top attractions in South Bay, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Peninsula Walkway and Point Kean Seal Colony.

Kaikoura Flat

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



Kaikoura Peninsula