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Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments

Kaikoura

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

M
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
Price from
US$100.48
1 night, 2 adults

Akaroa Criterion Motel

Akaroa

Centrally located in Akaroa, this motel offers rooms with either a balcony or a patio. It also includes 500MB of free WiFi per day, per room. Akaroa Criterion Motel is situated opposite Children’s...

B
Brendan
From
Ireland
Great location facing lake. Room was spacious, clean and comfortable. Staff were very friendly and accommodating. Great value for money.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,037 reviews
Price from
US$95.88
1 night, 2 adults

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.

C
CHIN YEN
From
Malaysia
good location. nice view. Clean environment. Recommended. easy check in and staff was friendly. great stay.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,480 reviews
Price from
US$126.31
1 night, 2 adults

Timaru TOP 10 Holiday Park

Timaru

Offering full access to park facilities, Timaru TOP 10 Holiday Park provides bright accommodation with balcony, toaster and electric kettle. Highfield Golf Course is a 3-minute drive away.

J
Jim
From
Canada
We stayed in cabin 28 and it was excellent. It was spotless and had a nice outside sitting area. Bed was comfortable and had a heated mattress cover if required. Furniture was comfortable. The bbq and kitchen facilities on site were well maintained. Everything was there snd in great condition. Close to groceries and vould walk to Caroline Beach (30 minutes). Wish we could have stayrd longer..
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,046 reviews
Price from
US$63.16
1 night, 2 adults

The Fairways Accommodation Kaikoura

Kaikoura

Located opposite Pacific Ocean Beach, The Fairways Accommodation Kaikoura offers free WiFi. Some apartments offer mountain views and/or views of the golf course..

H
Hans
From
Netherlands
Fantastic ! What a wonderful apatement to stay ! Of all.comforts. Beautiful kitchen, lovely bed and a super bathroom. And Deva is a perfect host! She arranged the Whale Watch for us and we were even allowed to use the Mtb for a ride to Kaikoura center. She even took us downtown 2x because we didn't have a car. Awesome !!! Thank you Deva !!! You are amazing !
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,124 reviews
Price from
US$121.63
1 night, 2 adults

Willowbank Motel

Kaikoura

Located in the seaside town of Kaikoura, New Zealand. All rooms feature kitchen facilities including microwave oven, colour TV and telephone. Electric blankets and heating are provided.

M
Matti
From
Finland
The host was very helpful and frendly.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,126 reviews
Price from
US$117.70
1 night, 2 adults

Austin Heights - Kaikoura

Kaikoura

Situated in Kaikoura, 1.3 km from Kaikoura Beach, Austin Heights - Kaikoura features a garden and views of the garden.

M
McCormack
From
United Kingdom
The stay was amazing, so clean and new. It was much more than we were expecting and the owners were there after our agreed arrival time to help us with our cases. This is a rare find and we would highly recommend it .
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 151 reviews
Price from
US$98.18
1 night, 2 adults

Lemon Tree Lodge

Kaikoura

Set in Kaikoura in the Canterbury region, with Kaikoura Beach nearby, Lemon Tree Lodge offers accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

C
Christian
From
Germany
The View! You can not tire from the beautiful outlook form the balcony. Seeing the mountain range plunging into the ocean is remarcable. A bonus was being able to see the village below and its goings on.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 118 reviews
Price from
US$227.09
1 night, 2 adults

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.

K
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
Price from
US$304.30
1 night, 2 adults

Akaroa Vista

Akaroa

Boasting garden views, Akaroa Vista is set in Akaroa, around 200 metres from Akaroa Beach. This apartment features free private parking and private check-in and check-out.

P
Phil
From
Cambodia
The apartment was in a great location right on the waterfront with great views. Very clean and had everything we needed.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 299 reviews
Price from
US$139.52
1 night, 2 adults
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Avg. price/night: US$100.76
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 751 reviews
The showers were amazing especially after a long drive. The room had a really nice beach view and was close to the overlook walk, and not far from all the main stores and restaurants
Guest review by
Morgan
People with friends
Avg. price/night: US$314.63
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 458 reviews
Immaculate property, modern, comfy, lovely. I had just assumed there was an ocean view, but alas the rooms align backward, away from the beach front, so you do have to go outside to see the ocean. The White Morph- right next door- does have ocean views, which was what i was expecting.
Guest review by
Barb
People with friends
Avg. price/night: US$106.22
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,798 reviews
We always stay here when passing through to and from ferries. It’s extremely quiet, fabulous location seaside and close to the main centre of town. New owners have refurbished the units and are great value for money.
Guest review by
Chris
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$158.47
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 303 reviews
Good location in the beach front. Kaikoura Peninsula is so beautiful with Ocean view and Snow Mountain View at the same time. Coastal Road is so beautiful & enjoyable.
Guest review by
Wai Ming
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$160.19
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,168 reviews
We love the location, but we expected more from the beach view and balcony. But we have really enjoyed it.
Guest review by
Raymond
Family with young children
Avg. price/night: US$231.75
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 323 reviews
Very nice beach view. It had all facility and close to all venues
Guest review by
Geetha
Group
Avg. price/night: US$110.81
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 380 reviews
Lovely accommodation and we chose an apartment with water views. Close to a seaside hotel with a good menu.
Guest review by
Annette M
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$97.03
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.5
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 558 reviews
The room had a private balcony and you could see the ocean and it was a very short walk to the sand and surf! It was a lovely quiet spot and close to the pier and the apartment was reasonably clean. The off-site manager was very helpful.
Guest review by
Katie
Family with young children
Avg. price/night: US$149.28
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 125 reviews
Very comfortable. Great bathroom. Right on the beach .
Guest review by
Ian
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$180.86
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,480 reviews
Lovely quiet spot, beachfront view. own terrace facing the beach, sheltered from those walking past.
Guest review by
Andrell
Young couple