South Bay Travel Guide
Kaikōura
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Things to do
Kaikōura Whale Watching Scenic Flight (40 Minutes)
Rp3.071.394
per adult
Kaikoura: Seal-Watching Pedal Kayak Tour
Rp1.447.199
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Kaikoura: Coastal and Alpine Scenic Airplane Flight
Rp2.030.243
per adult
Kaikoura: Half-Day Wildlife Kayaking Tour
Rp1.665.841
per adult
Top hotels in South Bay
Sudima Kaikoura
Esplanade, 114 Kaikoura Canterbury
The price is Rp1.642.562 per night from 6 Sept to 7 Sept
Rp1.642.562
Rp1.888.946 total
6 Sept - 7 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 ...
Kaikoura Quality Suites
154 Beach Road Kaikoura
The price is Rp1.275.557 per night from 21 Aug to 22 Aug
Rp1.275.557
Rp1.466.944 total
21 Aug - 22 Aug
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! (506 reviews)
"I was stuck during the jairkours Floods and the owner was so lovely and helpful And looked after us all huge thank you"
Reviewed on 26 Jul 2026
Mondello Kaikoura
29 Beach Rd Kaikoura Canterbury
The price is Rp1.199.890 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
Rp1.199.890
Rp1.379.873 total
9 Aug - 10 Aug
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! (476 reviews)
"We really appreciate the extended help offered by the manager and his beautiful wife, which brought warmth and surprise to our unexpected stay in Kaikoura. I will never forget the view at the Kaikoura Lookout and the fantastic stargazing experience that night. Thanks to you.❤️"
Reviewed on 8 Aug 2026
Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments
126 Esplanade Kaikoura Canterbury
The price is Rp1.517.922 per night from 11 Aug to 12 Aug
Rp1.517.922
Rp1.745.610 total
11 Aug - 12 Aug
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! (637 reviews)
"balcony and view was amazing"
Reviewed on 7 Aug 2026
Alpine-pacific Holiday Park
69 Beach Road Kaikoura
The price is Rp831.200 per night from 27 Aug to 28 Aug
Rp831.200
Rp955.880 total
27 Aug - 28 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this holiday park in Kaikōura. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Kaikoura Museum and Kaikoura District Museum are ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (501 reviews)
"I highly recommend Alpine pacific as a solo traveller. It’s affordable, clean and has friendly staff. There is a large section in the centre of the property with bathrooms and showers that were tidy and clean, as well as a laundry room and kitchen (if you’re planning to cook I recommend bringing ..."
Reviewed on 5 Aug 2026
Kaikoura Beach Motel
124 Esplanade Kaikoura Canterbury
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp1.106.437 per night from 14 Aug to 15 Aug
Rp1.106.437
Rp1.272.403 total
14 Aug - 15 Aug
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! (447 reviews)
"Had to check in late, the staff made it easy and had good communication."
Reviewed on 8 Aug 2026
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Where to stay in South Bay
Find the best South Bay areas for the activities you enjoy most.
Kaikoura Flat
While visiting Kaikoura Flat, you might make a stop by sights like Mount Fyffe and Kaikoura Beach.
Kaikoura Peninsula
If you're spending some time in Kaikoura Peninsula, Peninsula Walkway and Point Kean Seal Colony are top sights worth seeing.
