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Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments
Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments

Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments

Kaikoura, New Zealand
Waterfront hotel in Kaikōura with free parking Along with tour/ticket assistance, this hotel has free self parking and free WiFi in public areas. Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments offers 18 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries. This Kaikōura hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Air conditioning
9.2
Excellent
1284 reviews
Location
0.8 km from city centre
$161
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Executive Home
Executive Home

Executive Home

Kaikoura, New Zealand
Beautiful warm modern home in a very safe suburb 4km from the centre of Kaikoura. Has an upstairs deck and lots of outside entertainment areas. Spacious rooms and even a pingpong table. Very close to the beach and the golf course. The large windows make this a warm and very comfortable house.
Air conditioning
9.6
Excellent
76 reviews
Location
3.5 km from city centre
$413
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Te Mahuru Retreat
Te Mahuru Retreat

Te Mahuru Retreat

233 Schoolhouse Road, Kaikoura, New Zealand
Family-friendly bed & breakfast with 2 hot tubs and free breakfast This bed & breakfast features coffee/tea in a common area, spa services, and a microwave in a common area. Free continental breakfast, free WiFi in public areas, and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a refrigerator in a common area, conference space, and laundry facilities are onsite. Housekeeping is available on request. Te Mahuru Retreat offers 6 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature fireplaces and complimentary bottled water. Rooms open to balconies or patios. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations have separate dining areas and include desks. Beds feature down comforters and premium bedding. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is offered on request and irons/ironing boards can be requested. 2 hot tubs are on site. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
9.3
Excellent
1280 reviews
Location
5.9 km from city centre
$161
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Dylans Country Cottages
Dylans Country Cottages

Dylans Country Cottages

Kaikoura, New Zealand
Unwind in Kaikōura at this enchanting cabin. This cozy retreat features 1 bedroom with a queen bed and a child bed, a living room with a sofa bed, and a bathroom with a shower and jetted bathtub. Enjoy the warmth of the heating, stay connected with WiFi, and make use of the hair dryer and iron provided. Perfect for a relaxing getaway, this quaint cabin is the ideal spot for guests looking to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Feel free to reach out to us during your stay - we're happy to suggest local spots to check out.
8.6
Excellent
66 reviews
Location
7.5 km from city centre
$177
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Sky Harbour
Sky Harbour

Sky Harbour

Kaikoura, New Zealand
Situated on the foothill of Mt Fyffe 200m above sea level overlooking Kaikoura, about 8km from the town centre, next to the Fyffe Palmer bush walk which takes you through an ancient podocarp forest of Totara and Matai trees, The cottage completed in 2016, is warm with modern facilities but uniquely designed with an old time feel, built facing the east to catch the rising sun and magnificent views from both front and rear decks, has a unique old time feel, a great place to relax and unwind, in close proximity to a 9 hole golf course, The Lavender Farm and an Irish Hotel.
Air conditioning
9.8
Excellent
117 reviews
Location
9.6 km from city centre
$254
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Kaikoura Quality Suites
Kaikoura Quality Suites

Kaikoura Quality Suites

154 Beach Road, Kaikoura, New Zealand
Motel in Kaikōura with free parking This motel features laundry facilities, a garden, and barbecue grills. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a picnic area. Kaikoura Quality Suites offers 20 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Beds feature premium bedding. Accommodations at this 3.5-star motel have kitchenettes with refrigerators, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
8.7
Excellent
1422 reviews
Location
3.5 km from city centre
$117
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Alpine View Motel
Alpine View Motel

Alpine View Motel

146 Beach Road, Kaikoura, New Zealand
Beachfront motel with beach bars and a 24-hour fitness center 12 beach bars, a 24-hour fitness center, and laundry facilities are available at this motel. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a library, a garden, and barbecue grills are onsite. Alpine View Motel offers 12 accommodations with portable fans and blackout drapes/curtains. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Accommodations at this 3-star motel have kitchenettes with refrigerators, microwaves, separate dining areas, and cookware/dishes/utensils. This Kaikōura motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels. Housekeeping is provided daily. Recreational amenities at the motel include a 24-hour fitness center. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
8.9
Excellent
1224 reviews
Location
3.4 km from city centre
$120
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K'orca Cottage by the Sea
K'orca Cottage by the Sea

K'orca Cottage by the Sea

Kaikoura, New Zealand
Cute cottage by the sea - ocean front property, located in South Bay, Kaikoura. Spacious living/dining areas with amazing views of sea and mountains. Has a great covered deck. Close to numerous walking tracks including the start of the stunning Peninsular walk. Kaikoura Golf Couse - 5 mins away by car. Walk across to safe swimming beach or scuba dive off beach. Great place to bike around. Walking distance to South Bay domain. Childrens playground one house away on same side of road. 5 min drive to restaurants/pubs or walk 20 mins into Kaikoura township. Or use the Taxi service. Walking distance to boat ramps/ Whale Watch Marina. Relax and enjoy watching Dolphin Encounter and Whale Watch boats heading out to sea. You may be lucky and see the Dolphins swimming out in the bay from the deck, numerous times of the year. Fully fenced property with gate. Free Wifi/Sky TV. Fish cleaning bench outside around back. 3 Kayaks and life jackets available for use. Special conditions: Smoking only permitted outside Extras: Cleaning -NZ$95.00 per stay (all linen provided)
9.3
Excellent
152 reviews
Location
0.5 km from city centre
$308
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Kaikoura, Cubby House Stay
Kaikoura, Cubby House Stay

Kaikoura, Cubby House Stay

Kaikoura, New Zealand
Close to snowboarding, skiing, and more, this family-friendly vacation home brings it all within reach. With convenient uncovered onsite parking, you'll be ready to make the 4-minute drive to Kaikoura Beach or the 13-minute drive to Peninsula Walkway. After you return, unwind in the outdoor entertainment area or sip a drink in the garden, and don't forget about the outdoor furniture and telescope. As for the great indoors, you can try your hand at table tennis, or enjoy the free WiFi, TV, and DVD player. This 3-bedroom, 1-bathroom rental features a living room, a Select Comfort bed, premium bedding, and Egyptian cotton sheets. Bathroom amenities include a hair dryer, free toiletries, and towels. The kitchen is equipped with a refrigerator, as well as an espresso maker, an electric kettle, and a microwave. And you won't have to pack extra clothes, because you'll also have access to laundry facilities.
9.9
Excellent
226 reviews
Location
9.3 km from city centre
$485
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How much is a family-friendly hotel in Kaikoura tonight?

Users have found prices for family friendly hotels in Kaikoura tonight starting as low as $117, rising to an average cost of $244, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from $120 for a 4-star family-friendly hotel in Kaikoura for tonight.

How much is a Kaikoura family-friendly hotel room this weekend?

In the past 72 hours, we’ve seen prices for family friendly hotels in Kaikoura this weekend for as little as $119/night. If you’re specifically looking for a 3-star hotel this weekend, our users have found prices as low as $119/night. For a 4-star family-friendly hotel in Kaikoura, the cheapest rate recently found was $120/night for this weekend.
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Top-rated Family friendly hotels in Kaikoura

Browse through properties in Kaikoura that have received the highest ratings from guests. There are currently 93 properties in Kaikoura and data was last updated on 17 September 2025.
Our users rated these Kaikoura hotels among the best places to stay. Make sure to read hotel descriptions and reviews to find the right property right for you.
Alpine-Pacific Holiday Park
Alpine-Pacific Holiday Park

Alpine-Pacific Holiday Park

Kaikoura, New Zealand
2.6 km from city centre
$80
Avg. per night
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Other accommodations in Kaikoura

Discover the ideal holiday rental or hostel for your stay in Kaikoura. Choose from a variety of options among the available accommodations. Listings are regularly updated, with the latest information as of 17 September 2025.
Kaikoura Boutique Hotel
Kaikoura Boutique Hotel

Kaikoura Boutique Hotel

146 Esplanade, Kaikoura, New Zealand
0.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$206
Avg. per night
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Nikau Lodge
Nikau Lodge

Nikau Lodge

53 Deal Street, Kaikoura, New Zealand
1.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$353
Avg. per night
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Hapuku Lodge & Tree Houses
Hapuku Lodge & Tree Houses

Hapuku Lodge & Tree Houses

1 Station Road, Kaikoura, New Zealand
12.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$1,240
Avg. per night
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Panorama Motel
Panorama Motel

Panorama Motel

266 Esplanade, Kaikoura, New Zealand
1.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$176
Avg. per night
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The Peninsula Kaikoura
The Peninsula Kaikoura

The Peninsula Kaikoura

16 Avoca Street, Kaikoura, New Zealand
1.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Airport shuttle
$142
Avg. per night
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Willowbank Motel
Willowbank Motel

Willowbank Motel

183 Beach Road, Kaikoura, New Zealand
3.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$125
Avg. per night
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Te Mahuru Retreat
Te Mahuru Retreat

Te Mahuru Retreat

233 Schoolhouse Road, Kaikoura, New Zealand
5.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
$161
Avg. per night
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Kaikoura Family friendly hotels - FAQs

Find useful tips and insights about staying in Kaikoura to help you make the most of your experience. FAQs were last updated on 17 September 2025.

  • How many family friendly hotels are there in total in Kaikoura?

    There are 93 Kaikoura family hotels available out of a total 246 hotels that you can book on HotelsCombined.

  • Which are the most popular Kaikoura family friendly hotels?

    HotelsCombined's users' favourite family friendly hotels in Kaikoura are: Brook House B&B & Cottages and Te Mahuru Retreat. With a rating of 9.8/10, Te Mahuru Retreat is the highest-rated hotel.

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Kakatu Retreat
Te Mahuru Retreat
Kaikoura Quality Suites
Alpine View Motel
Koura Bay Golf Resort
Kaikoura Motor Inn
Donegal House
Panorama Motel
Blue Seas Motel
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