The 10 best beach hotels in Kaikoura, New Zealand

The best beach hotels in Kaikoura

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Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments

Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments provides beachfront accommodation in Kaikoura. The property features sea and mountain views, and is 200 metres from Kaikoura Beach.

Maxim

From

Denmark

Everything!! Clean and tidy, bed was comfortable and the owner was the best!

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1

Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,658 reviews

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US$100.46

1 night, 2 adults

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Panorama Motel

Kaikoura

Wake up to stunning views of the Kaikoura Mountains and the sea at Panorama Motel. Our units are all ensuite and smoke-free.

Kamila

From

Poland

Priceless view from the window! Apartment well equipped, comfortable bed.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0

Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,482 reviews

Price from

US$126.29

1 night, 2 adults

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Waves on the Esplanade

Kaikoura

Situated in Kaikoura, 200 metres from Kaikoura Beach, Waves on the Esplanade has a private beach area, private parking and rooms with free WiFi access. The property has sea and mountain views.

Gemma

From

Singapore

Apartment 12 was absolutely fantastic! we were a family of 4 and it suited us perfectly! we would recommend it 100%. we walked to the dolphin encounter which was 2 doors down. everything was perfect!

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1

Superb - What previous guests thought, 323 reviews

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US$185.42

1 night, 2 adults

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Glenburn Coastal Retreat

Kaikoura

Glenburn Coastal Retreat in Kaikoura provides adults-only accommodation with an open-air bath and a garden. This beachfront property offers access to a patio, free private parking and free WiFi.

Karsten

From

Germany

An amazing place near Kaikoura! Great view on both the mountains and the ocean! We slept with the doors open so we could hear the ocean. Very modern Design.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.9

Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 160 reviews

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US$304.25

1 night, 2 adults

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The Anchor Inn Beachfront Motel

Kaikoura

Beachfront location! A modern and stylish motel with spacious rooms superbly located on Kaikoura's beachfront road "The Esplanade", with the majority of rooms enjoying magnificent views of the...

Richard

From

Singapore

the room was a reasonable size and had all we needed. a good sea view.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1

Superb - What previous guests thought, 302 reviews

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US$155.14

1 night, 2 adults

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The Hamptons

Kaikoura

Boasting sea views, The Hamptons features accommodation with a garden, a terrace and barbecue facilities, around 60 metres from Kaikoura Beach.

From

China

Patrick provided an amazing and considerate welcome to us, it made us feel like we were at home. He is humorous and very knowledgeable. Mrs. is gentle and caring. we can't wait to go back again!

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7

Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 273 reviews

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US$188.29

1 night, 2 adults

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Inn the Bay Bed & Breakfast

Kaikoura

Featuring a shared lounge, Inn the Bay Bed & Breakfast is situated in Kaikoura in the Canterbury region, 90 metres from Kaikoura Beach.

Jeremy

From

Belgium

Great place to stay at ! Very nice welcome by our host :) Room very clean, spacious, great bed, great bathroom… Very nice breakfast as well ! All perfect !

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4

Superb - What previous guests thought, 125 reviews

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US$149.25

1 night, 2 adults

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Waves Kaikoura Luxury Waterfront Apartment 1

Kaikoura

Located in Kaikoura, within 200 metres of Kaikoura Beach, Waves Kaikoura Luxury Waterfront Apartment 1 offers accommodation with air conditioning.

Shirley

From

Australia

Great apartment with absolutely everything you need, would certainly recommend to our friends and families Little touches were well thought out!

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8

Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 19 reviews

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US$229.62

1 night, 2 adults

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Surfwatch House

Kaikoura

Surfwatch House is situated in Kaikoura and offers a private beach area, a garden and a terrace. This beachfront property offers access to free WiFi and free private parking.

Tobias

From

New Zealand

Location . ..decoration vibe views and 🐬

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.9

Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 9 reviews

Price from

US$479.27

1 night, 2 adults

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Shearwater Apartments

Kaikoura

100 metres from Kaikoura Beach, Shearwater Apartments is a recently renovated property located in Kaikoura and provides air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and private parking.

Robrecht

From

Hungary

Jane is an exceptional host. She welcomed us and took all the time needed to explain all about the apartment and the area. Jane even booked restaurant reservations for us. The apartment was in excellent condition, clean and close to the activities we had planned. We really enjoyed our stay.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.9

Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 54 reviews

Price from

US$307.12

1 night, 2 adults

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There’s nothing quite like waking up to the sound of swirling waves and the smell of sea air through your bedroom window. Beachfront accommodation comes in a variety of forms, from well decked-out resorts to secluded homestays and villas. Beach hotel amenities can include air-conditioned rooms, private terraces overlooking the sea and outdoor pools with adjacent bars.

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