Kaikoura Peninsula Travel Guide

Kaikōura

A seal resting on a rocky surface.
A wooden boardwalk curving over a grassy area with a view of a lake and mountains in the distance.
A rocky shoreline with driftwood and waves crashing against the rocks.
A wet wooden bridge with a seal resting on it.
A rocky shoreline with seals resting on the rocks.

Stay near popular Kaikoura Peninsula attractions

Things to do


Top hotels in Kaikoura Peninsula

Sudima Kaikoura

Sudima Kaikoura

5 out of 5
Esplanade, 114 Kaikoura Canterbury
The price is Rp2.258.161 per night from 23 Sept to 24 Sept
Rp2.258.161
Rp2.596.885 total
23 Sept - 24 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Kaikōura. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (628 reviews)
"Great staff and location clean room very happy"

Reviewed on 5 Sept 2026

Sudima Kaikoura
Kaikoura Quality Suites

Kaikoura Quality Suites

3.5 out of 5
154 Beach Road Kaikoura
The price is Rp1.325.423 per night from 23 Sept to 24 Sept
Rp1.325.423
Rp1.524.292 total
23 Sept - 24 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Kaikōura. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (512 reviews)
"Nice little motel. Convenient and clean."

Reviewed on 10 Sept 2026

Kaikoura Quality Suites
Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments

Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments

3 out of 5
126 Esplanade Kaikoura Canterbury
The price is Rp1.360.786 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
Rp1.360.786
Rp1.564.940 total
18 Oct - 19 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Kaikōura. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and bike hire on-site. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (643 reviews)
"Warm welcome, great facilities and cracking position for the sunrise!"

Reviewed on 15 Sept 2026

Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments
Mondello Kaikoura

Mondello Kaikoura

3 out of 5
29 Beach Rd Kaikoura Canterbury
The price is Rp1.245.413 per night from 24 Sept to 25 Sept
Rp1.245.413
Rp1.432.225 total
24 Sept - 25 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Kaikōura. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (484 reviews)
"The room was excellent, clean and extra things were in room to make it comfortable."

Reviewed on 12 Sept 2026

Mondello Kaikoura
Kaikoura Beach Motel

Kaikoura Beach Motel

2.5 out of 5
124 Esplanade Kaikoura Canterbury
The price is Rp1.069.213 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
Rp1.069.213
Rp1.229.595 total
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Kaikōura. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (449 reviews)
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Reviewed on 13 Sept 2026

Kaikoura Beach Motel
Alpine View Motel

Alpine View Motel

3 out of 5
146 Beach Road Kaikoura
The price is Rp1.375.826 per night from 22 Sept to 23 Sept
Rp1.375.826
Rp1.582.215 total
22 Sept - 23 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Kaikōura. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 12 beach bars. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions Kaikoura ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (567 reviews)
"This recently renovated property had friendly owners, was spacious and quiet. Would recommend for travellers on a budget."

Reviewed on 25 Aug 2026

Alpine View Motel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Where to stay in Kaikoura Peninsula

Find the best Kaikoura Peninsula areas for the activities you enjoy most.

South Bay

Though South Bay may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Peninsula Walkway and Point Kean Seal Colony.

Kaikoura Flat

While visiting Kaikoura Flat, you might make a stop by sights like Mount Fyffe and Kaikoura Beach.



Kaikoura Peninsula Travel Guide