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Popular Family friendly hotels in Kaikoura

Discover well-known properties in Kaikoura that are favoured by visitors more than others. There are 98 hotels in Kaikoura and price data was last updated on 2 July 2025. The average price for a hotel in Kaikoura is .
These hotels are among the most popular properties in the Kaikoura area. If you're not finding the hotel you're looking for and have flexibility with dates, try adjusting the search form at the top of the page for more results.
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Kaikoura, New Zealand
Eco-certified bed & breakfast in Kaikoura with free parking Laundry facilities, express check-out, and tour/ticket assistance are available at this smoke-free bed & breakfast. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a garden, barbecue grills, and a picnic area are onsite. Limited housekeeping is available. Dylans Country Cottages offers 2 accommodations with safes and irons/ironing boards. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. Accommodations at this 3-star bed & breakfast have kitchenettes with refrigerators, microwaves, separate dining areas, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Smart televisions come with cable channels. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
8.3
Excellent
64 reviews
Location
7.5 km from city centre
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
145 reviews
Location
0.5 km from city centre
1 Station Road, Kaikoura, New Zealand
While you're here, you can enjoy all the comforts of home and more, including a refrigerator and free WiFi, as well as a flat-screen TV and a coffee/tea maker. Other amenities include laundry facilities, towels, bathrobes, and slippers.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
9.6
Excellent
95 reviews
Location
12.3 km from city centre
$1,241
266 Esplanade, Kaikoura, New Zealand
Wake up to stunning views of the Kaikoura Mountains and the sea at Panorama Motel. Our units are all ensuite and smoke-free. Every unit opens out onto either a patio area with outdoor seating or onto its own private balcony, to allow our guests to enjoy the panoramic views. Inside we have Sky TV, free Wi-fi, a kitchenette with a hob, microwave, fridge and very comfortable beds. Parking is off-street, with enough space to park your boat or trailer. We are pet friendly, and love to welcome the whole family. Panorama Motel is at the quiet end of town, but is still close to activities like the Dolphin Encounter, the golf courses and it’s just a short 5 minute drive from the train station. Guests can order a continental breakfast, or make use of BBQ facilities and the guest laundry.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
9.0
Excellent
1262 reviews
Location
1.1 km from city centre
Kaikoura, New Zealand
Luxury chalet for the perfect exclusive retreat to share with friends or family. 2 Adjoining Chalets with exceptional views of hills and sea from lounge and decking. Each with spacious bathroom, Kingsize bedroom, large lounge with kitchenette Shared laundry, microwave and spa.
Air conditioning
9.3
Excellent
99 reviews
Location
20.0 km from city centre
Kaikoura, New Zealand
Located in Kaikoura in the Canterbury region, Kopuha has a garden. This property offers access to a patio, free private parking and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is set 500 metres from Kaikoura Beach. The spacious holiday home is fitted with 3 separate bedrooms, 1 bathroom, a fully equipped kitchen with a dining area and dishwasher, and a living room with a TV. Towels and bed linen are offered in the holiday home. There is also a seating area and a fireplace.
9.0
Excellent
35 reviews
Location
0.7 km from city centre
196 Esplanade, Kaikoura, New Zealand
Waterfront bed & breakfast in Kaikoura with free breakfast Laundry facilities, free newspapers, and a garden are available at this smoke-free bed & breakfast. Free continental breakfast, free WiFi in public areas, and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include barbecue grills and a picnic area. Housekeeping is not available. Inn the Bay Bed & Breakfast offers 2 accommodations with complimentary toiletries. This Kaikoura bed & breakfast provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers. Cribs/infant beds (surcharge) are also available.
Free Wi-Fi
9.3
Excellent
354 reviews
Location
0.7 km from city centre

Travel insights for family-friendly hotels in Kaikoura

Use these up-to-date, data-driven insights about booking a family-friendly hotel in Kaikoura including ideal times to book, pricing trends, and more.

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 $118, rising to an average cost of $187, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from $184 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 $118/night. If you’re specifically looking for a 3-star hotel this weekend, our users have found prices as low as $118/night. For a 4-star family-friendly hotel in Kaikoura, the cheapest rate recently found was $119/night for this weekend.

Cheapest Family friendly hotels in Kaikoura

Discover affordable stays in Kaikoura that provide a quality experience without breaking the bank. Hotels in Kaikoura can be found for as low as $74 per night. There is currently one property in Kaikoura that can be booked for this price. Alpine-Pacific Holiday Park is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in Kaikoura. Price data was last updated on 2 July 2025
At the moment, these hotels offer the lowest nightly rate out of those we've come across in Kaikoura. As prices can vary by date, change the dates if you're flexible to compare rates.
Kaikoura, New Zealand
2.6 km from city centre
$74
Avg. per night
34 Beach Road, Kaikoura, New Zealand
2.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$103
Avg. per night
205 Beach Road, Kaikoura, New Zealand
4.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Airport shuttle
$110
Avg. per night
92-94 The Esplanade, Kaikoura, New Zealand
0.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$113
Avg. per night
146 Beach Road, Kaikoura, New Zealand
3.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$120
Avg. per night
Kaikoura, New Zealand
2.2 km from city centre
Air conditioning
$120
Avg. per night
222 Esplanade, Kaikoura, New Zealand
0.8 km from city centre
Parking
$120
Avg. per night
16 Avoca Street, Kaikoura, New Zealand
1.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Airport shuttle
$131
Avg. per night
183 Beach Road, Kaikoura, New Zealand
3.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$132
Avg. per night
233 Schoolhouse Road, Kaikoura, New Zealand
5.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
$138
Avg. per night
115 Beach Road, Kaikoura, New Zealand
3.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$141
Avg. per night
154 Beach Road, Kaikoura, New Zealand
3.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$143
Avg. per night
Kaikoura, New Zealand
3.2 km from city centre
Air conditioning
$155
Avg. per night
75 Koura Bay Drive, Kaikoura, New Zealand
9.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$158
Avg. per night
Kaikoura, New Zealand
0.8 km from city centre
Air conditioning
$162
Avg. per night

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 2 July 2025.
266 Esplanade, Kaikoura, New Zealand
1.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$206
Avg. per night
16 Avoca Street, Kaikoura, New Zealand
1.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Airport shuttle
$131
Avg. per night
183 Beach Road, Kaikoura, New Zealand
3.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$132
Avg. per night
233 Schoolhouse Road, Kaikoura, New Zealand
5.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
$138
Avg. per night
146 Esplanade, Kaikoura, New Zealand
0.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$184
Avg. per night
53 Deal Street, Kaikoura, New Zealand
1.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$295
Avg. per night
1 Station Road, Kaikoura, New Zealand
12.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$1,241
Avg. per night

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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 2 July 2025.
  • What is the typical nightly rate for a Family friendly hotels in Kaikoura?

    A good per night rate for a Family friendly hotels in Kaikoura is $303, which is average for the city. Finding great rates on Family friendly hotels can be tough, but the best nightly rate found in Kaikoura was $39. Dolphin Lodge is the cheapest Family friendly hotels in the city based on our data.

  • How do prices at Family friendly hotels compare to other hotels in Kaikoura?

    Nightly rates at Family friendly hotels will likely cost you more than if you were to stay at other Kaikoura hotels. $303/night is what the majority of HotelsCombined users consider to be a good deal for a Family friendly hotels in Kaikoura. HotelsCombined users typically see a nightly rate of $198 when staying in the city.

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