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Kaikoura Seaside Lodge

2.0 star property
Family-friendly beachfront hostel near Peninsula Walkway

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Toys, books, video library
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Comfort Suite | Bathroom | Shower, hair dryer, towels, soap
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Hiking

Reviews

6.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is Rp844.121
Rp970.719 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Jul - 4 Jul

Room options

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Comfort Suite | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Comfort Suite

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Fridge
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Stovetop
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Panoramic Room | Beach/ocean view

Panoramic Room

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Fridge
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
Stovetop
Oven
  • 25 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds
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About the area

Map
268 Esplanade, Kaikoura, Canterbury, 7300

What's nearby

  • Kaikoura Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Fyffe House - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Peninsula Walkway - 2 min drive - 1.1 km
  • Kaikoura District Museum - 4 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Point Kean Seal Colony - 5 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • Blenheim (BHE-Woodbourne) - 106 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Coopers Catch Kaikoura - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Strawberry Tree - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Why Not Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Kaikoura Seafood Bbq - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Slam Club - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Kaikoura Seaside Lodge

Family-friendly hostel near Kaikoura Beach
Located close to Peninsula Walkway and Point Kean Seal Colony, Kaikoura Seaside Lodge provides a corner/local shop, a garden and a playground. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices), and guests can find other amenities such as an outdoor entertainment area.
Other perks at this hostel include:
  • Free self-parking
  • Bike hire, babysitting (surcharge) and books
  • A video library, games and tour/ticket information
Room features
All guest rooms at Kaikoura Seaside Lodge include thoughtful touches, such as separate sitting areas and separate dining areas, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi.
Extra amenities include:
  • Shared bathrooms with showers and hairdryers
  • Separate sitting areas, separate dining areas and communal kitchens

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking (max 1 space per unit)

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Books
  • Games
  • Playground
  • TV in common areas
  • Video library

Family friendly

  • Baby toys
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's books
  • Children's games
  • Children's toys
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Playground
  • Separate in-room dining area
  • Stroller
  • Trampoline

Conveniences

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • On the bay
  • On the beach
  • On the boardwalk/promenade
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Communal living room
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Detached shared bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Blender
  • Cleaning supplies
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Separate dining area
  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 5:00 AM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 3.5 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Access code, front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3.5 per cent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

Kaikoura Seaside Kaikoura
Kaikoura Seaside Lodge Kaikoura
Kaikoura Seaside Lodge Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Kaikoura Seaside Lodge Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Kaikoura

Frequently asked questions

Is Kaikoura Seaside Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Kaikoura Seaside Lodge?

As of 1 Jul 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Kaikoura Seaside Lodge on 3 Jul 2025 start from Rp844.121, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Kaikoura Seaside Lodge?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Kaikoura Seaside Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 5:00 AM.

What time is check-out at Kaikoura Seaside Lodge?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Kaikoura Seaside Lodge located?

Located in Kaikōura, this beachfront hostel is on the boardwalk and within 2 mi (3 km) of Kaikoura Beach, Peninsula Walkway and Point Kean Seal Colony. Ohau Point Lookout is 17.5 mi (28.2 km) away.

Kaikoura Seaside Lodge Reviews

Reviews

6.8
Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 6 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 6 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 6 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 6 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 6 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

5.6/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Amenities

5.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

4.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Moragh

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic views from front rooms and good value. Was a fair way out from town but still walkable and close to the fantastic Pier Hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gilly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thoroughly enjoyed our time at Kaikoura Seaside Lodge. Excellent communication regarding access and keys. Great kitchen facilities. Loved the body wash, handwash and towels in the bathrooms. Would recommend highly and will stay next time we are in Kaikoura. A great asset for Kaikoura.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Bryce

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Didn’t stay but still payed because didn’t relise was back packers and wanted our own bathroom
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Russell

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sharing bathroom facilities. Not suitable for us. Did not stay there. Shared Kitchen & TV lounge not for us. It was like a back packers place.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Graham

sfVXSTB4 ATHD
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eden

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024