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Bay Cottages
Property grounds

Bay Cottages

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (106)
"LOVELY AND RELAXING STAY"
The price is P4,657
P5,356 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Bay Cottages
Kaikoura Luxury Apartments
Balcony view

Kaikoura Luxury Apartments

5.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (41)
"Very comfortable and convenient with excellent water views."
The price is P9,608
P11,050 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 24 - Sep 25
Kaikoura Luxury Apartments
Barnacle Bills
Beach/ocean view

Barnacle Bills

3.5 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (17)
"Excellent location. Great value for money, ideal for young families."
The price is P7,337
P8,438 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 3 - Oct 4
Barnacle Bills
Te Mahuru Retreat
Premium bedding, down comforters, individually decorated

Te Mahuru Retreat

3.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (149)
"This is an outstanding B&B. It is truly a garden spot, an excellent place to relax and refresh, "
The price is P5,498
P6,322 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 7 - Oct 8
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, (416)
"Quite new building and pleasant stay"
The price is P6,814
P7,837 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 24 - Sep 25
Sudima Kaikoura
The Fairways Accommodation Kaikoura
Exterior

The Fairways Accommodation Kaikoura

3.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (401)
"Good location …accommodation had everything we needed"
The price is P5,525
P6,354 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6
The Fairways Accommodation Kaikoura
Inn the Bay Bed & Breakfast
Beach

Inn the Bay Bed & Breakfast

4.0 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (63)
"Excellent stay in a lovely property in a great location. "
The price is P7,568
P8,703 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Inn the Bay Bed & Breakfast
Koura Bay Resort
Exterior

Koura Bay Resort

3.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (88)
"Loved our stay would definitely recommend. "
The price is P6,112
P7,029 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Koura Bay Resort
Kaikoura Quality Suites
Exterior

Kaikoura Quality Suites

3.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (328)
"Very enjoyable stay. Would definitely stay again. "
The price is P3,712
P4,269 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Kaikoura Quality Suites
Bendamere House Bed & Breakfast
Property grounds

Bendamere House Bed & Breakfast

3.5 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (172)
"Stunning views and great accommodation. "
The price is P8,735
P10,045 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 24 - Sep 25
Bendamere House Bed & Breakfast
The Peninsula Kaikoura
Breakfast area

The Peninsula Kaikoura

3.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (168)
"Friendly helpful very clean and comfortable "
The price is P5,094
P5,858 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
The Peninsula Kaikoura
Mondello Kaikoura
1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated

Mondello Kaikoura

3.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (386)
"Great stay"
The price is P6,124
P7,043 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 24 - Sep 25
Mondello 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, (555)
"Great clean tidy place to stay. Awesome service."
The price is P4,659
P5,357 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 30 - Oct 1
Kaikoura Gateway Motor Lodge
Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments
Beach/ocean view

Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments

3.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (549)
" Very nice accommodations. "
The price is P5,678
P6,529 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 8 - Oct 9
Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments
Kaikoura Boutique Hotel
Outdoor dining

Kaikoura Boutique Hotel

4.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (336)
"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 P6,460
P7,429 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Kaikoura Boutique Hotel
The White Morph - Heritage Collection
Interior detail

The White Morph - Heritage Collection

4.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (622)
"Great location ... excellent value for money"
The price is P8,004
P9,205 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
The White Morph - Heritage Collection
Blue Seas Motel
View from property

Blue Seas Motel

3.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (72)
"Very friendly staff, quick checkin , very quiet place. "
The price is P5,095
P5,860 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 3 - Oct 4
Blue Seas Motel
Lemon Tree Lodge
View from room

Lemon Tree Lodge

3.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (41)
"Absolutely beautiful space, gorgeous view, amazing breakfast. Beautiful hosts."
The price is P8,544
P9,826 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Lemon Tree Lodge
Bella Vista Motel Kaikoura
Property amenity

Bella Vista Motel Kaikoura

4.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (298)
"Wonderful place to stay "
The price is P4,804
P5,525 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Bella Vista Motel Kaikoura
Glenburn Coastal Retreat
Private kitchen

Glenburn Coastal Retreat

4.0 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (52)
"Very nice stay"
The price is P14,844
P17,071 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 26 - Sep 27
Glenburn Coastal Retreat
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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

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

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Kaikoura Peninsula

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

Top South Bay Hotel Reviews

Kaikoura Beach Motel

Kaikoura Beach Motel

10/10 Excellent
"Amazing "
Priti 2-night trip
Posted 6 days ago
Kaikoura Beach Motel

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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 12 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.