Hotels in Kaikoura, New Zealand

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Popular hotels in Kaikoura

Discover well-known properties in Kaikoura that are favoured by visitors more than others. There are 207 hotels in Kaikoura and price data was last updated on 19 March 2024. The average price for a hotel in Kaikoura is $174/night.
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92-94 The Esplanade, Kaikoura, New Zealand
The White Morph Heritage is located on South Island and offers 5-star facilities in addition to free Wi-Fi. The numerous amenities this modern motel features include highchairs, DVD/video rental and luggage storage.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
8.7
Excellent
580 reviews
Location
0.9 km from city centre
115 Beach Road, Kaikoura, New Zealand
Lobster Inn Motor Lodge is located on South Island and offers 4-star facilities as well as free Wi-Fi. It also provides free private parking on site and Gold Art & Design Gallery is a brief car trip away.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
8.2
Excellent
537 reviews
Location
3.1 km from city centre
183 Beach Road, Kaikoura, New Zealand
Willowbank Motel is located in Kaikoura and is close to the Kaikoura District Museum & Archives. It also provides a playground, a 24-hour reception and a diving centre.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
9.1
Excellent
447 reviews
Location
3.8 km from city centre
1 Station Road, Kaikoura, New Zealand
Hapuku Lodge & Tree Houses is located on South Island and offers 5-star accommodation in addition to a Jacuzzi. Popular amenities, such as an outdoor pool and a sauna, make for an enjoyable stay in Kaikoura.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
9.7
Excellent
45 reviews
Location
12.3 km from city centre
$1,087
146 Esplanade, Kaikoura, New Zealand
Kaikoura Boutique Hotel is situated on South Island and provides 4-star accommodation as well as free Wi-Fi. The various facilities this contemporary hotel offers include luggage storage, a ticket service and a concierge.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
8.3
Excellent
323 reviews
Location
0.7 km from city centre

Tips for booking hotels in Kaikoura

Gain useful insights and advice for booking the perfect stay in Kaikoura. Price data is based on averages over the past 12 months and was last updated on 19 March 2024.
Cheapest month:May
Most expensive month:October
Average price in Kaikoura:$174/night
Cheapest price found:$89/night
Cheapest day:Monday
Most expensive day:Tuesday
$103 - $286
Average price per night / 3-star hotel. Prices are not fixed and may vary with time.
$96 - $296
Average price per night / 3-star hotel. Prices are not fixed and may vary with time.

Top-rated Kaikoura hotels

Browse through properties in Kaikoura that have received the highest ratings from guests. There are currently 207 properties in Kaikoura and data was last updated on 19 March 2024.
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.
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18 Churchill Street, Kaikoura, New Zealand
1.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$149
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16 Avoca Street, Kaikoura, New Zealand
1.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Airport shuttle
$140
Avg. per night
266 Esplanade, Kaikoura, New Zealand
1.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$200
Avg. per night
45-47 Churchill Street, Kaikoura, New Zealand
1.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$164
Avg. per night
160 Esplanade, Kaikoura, New Zealand
0.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$120
Avg. per night

Cheapest hotels in Kaikoura, New Zealand

Discover affordable stays in Kaikoura that provide a quality experience without breaking the bank. Hotels in Kaikoura can be found for as low as $100 per night. There is currently one property in Kaikoura that can be booked for this price. The Pier Hotel and Restaurant is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in Kaikoura. Price data was last updated on 19 March 2024
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.
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1 Avoca Street, Kaikoura, New Zealand
1.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$100
Avg. per night
205 Beach Road, Kaikoura, New Zealand
4.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Airport shuttle
$120
Avg. per night
222 Esplanade, Kaikoura, New Zealand
0.8 km from city centre
Parking
$131
Avg. per night
21 Green Burn Way, Kaikoura, New Zealand
3.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
Airport shuttle
$135
Avg. per night
154 Beach Road, Kaikoura, New Zealand
3.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Airport shuttle
$148
Avg. per night
146 Beach Road, Kaikoura, New Zealand
3.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$154
Avg. per night
233 Schoolhouse Road, Kaikoura, New Zealand
5.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$163
Avg. per night
75 Koura Bay Drive, Kaikoura, New Zealand
9.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$174
Avg. per night

Hotel prices in Kaikoura

Get a sense of the average price and most popular properties to stay in Kaikoura to help you budget for your trip accordingly. Hotels that are booked the most in each class receive the “Most popular” badge. Hotels with the “Best value” badge are the most popular hotels in Kaikoura at attractive prices. Price data was last updated on 19 March 2024.
A breakdown of the average price per hotel class in Kaikoura. As an added layer, we've also marked the most popular and best value properties in each hotel class.
2 stars
2 stars and under
183 Beach Road, Kaikoura, New Zealand
160 Esplanade, Kaikoura, New Zealand
3 stars
3 stars
222 Esplanade, Kaikoura, New Zealand
146 Beach Road, Kaikoura, New Zealand
205 Beach Road, Kaikoura, New Zealand
4 stars
4 stars +
1 Station Road, Kaikoura, New Zealand
$1,087
115 Beach Road, Kaikoura, New Zealand

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Other accommodations in Kaikoura

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1 Station Road, Kaikoura, New Zealand
12.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$1,087
Avg. per night

Where to stay in Kaikoura

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About Kaikoura

The seaside settlement of Kaikoura rests where the Pacific Ocean meets the snow-capped peaks of the Seaward Kaikoura Ranges. It’s one of New Zealand’s best places to encounter whales, catch and eat crayfish and hike coastal trails.

Things to do in Kaikoura

Encounter Kaikoura's most majestic marine life on a whale-watching cruise between November and March. If you’re lucky, you might even glimpse the annual migration. You can also go snorkeling with wild dolphins.

Point Kean Seal Colony is another must-see for wildlife enthusiasts, offering a peninsula boardwalk and viewing platform where you can see the fur seals up close. On your return journey, stop by Kaikoura Seafood BBQ, a long-standing roadside restaurant and top-rated place to sample affordable crayfish and scallops.

One of the best provincial museums in New Zealand, the Kaikoura Museum offers an insightful look into the culture and traditions of the Maori people and Kaikoura’s whaling and farming history. For an outdoor adventure, follow a wilderness trail in the Kaikoura Ranges, such as the Mt Fyffe and Kowhai-Hapuku circuits.

Arrive in time for Kaikoura Seafest, a one-day celebration in early October that blends seafood, wine, beer and music. Costumes are encouraged, so feel free to join in with the local folk by dressing as a penguin, dolphin or whale. After all the festivities, stroll through purple gardens at Lavendyl Lavender Farm.

Getting around Kaikoura

Kaikoura is a scenic 2.5-hour drive north of Christchurch International Airport. Intercity buses arrive from Christchurch, while trains come from Picton in the north. Rental cars and shuttle buses are available for local transport.

Facts about staying in Kaikoura

Find useful tips and insights about staying in Kaikoura to help you make the most of your experience. FAQs were last updated on 19 March 2024.
  • What are the best hotels in Kaikoura?

    1,177 reviews rated Sudima Kaikoura with an average score of 8.8/10. It may also be worth looking into the Kaikoura TOP 10 Holiday Park, which received a rating of 8.7/10 from 644 reviews. Dusky Lodge could also be a good option, with a score of 7.8/10 from 1,017 reviews.

  • What is a good hotel near Kaikoura Beach?

    Reviews of Dusky Lodge recommend it as a good place to stay near Kaikoura Beach, scoring 7.8/10 from 1,017 ratings.

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