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Our top choices for South Bay hotels

Double Room (Room 3) | Premium bedding, down duvets, individually decorated

Te Mahuru Retreat

Te Mahuru Retreat
3.5 star property
Kaikoura Flat, 6.7 km from South Bay
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (162 reviews)
"Nice and clean rooms. Although does not feel like 4-star hotel (as Google suggest) but very nice B&B "
Australia
Jakub
The price is Rp1.668.148
Rp1.918.391 total
includes taxes & fees
5 May - 6 May
Te Mahuru Retreat
Premier Bungalow, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Bathroom | Separate bathtub and shower, deep-soaking bathtub, rainfall showerhead

Glenburn Coastal Retreat

Glenburn Coastal Retreat
4.0 star property
9.2 km from South Bay
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (54 reviews)
"Very nice stay"
United States
James
The price is Rp4.713.087
Rp5.420.050 total
includes taxes & fees
5 May - 6 May
Glenburn Coastal Retreat
Terrace/patio

Kaikoura Quality Suites

Kaikoura Quality Suites
3.5 star property
4.3 km from South Bay
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (481 reviews)
"Comfortable stay "
Australia
Neeraj
The price is Rp1.133.711
Rp1.303.778 total
includes taxes & fees
8 May - 9 May
Kaikoura Quality Suites
Calla Lily | View from room

Lemon Tree Lodge

Lemon Tree Lodge
3.5 star property
2.5 km from South Bay
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (52 reviews)
"Amazing ocean view. Lovely room with good toiletries, nespresso coffee etc. very close to the main town and ‘The Whaler’ pub. Very good Continental breakfast included as well which is a bonus. "
United Kingdom
Darren
The price is Rp3.517.203
Rp4.044.789 total
includes taxes & fees
10 May - 11 May
Lemon Tree Lodge
Cottage, 3 Bedrooms | Private spa tub

The Factory

The Factory
4.0 star property
10.5 km from South Bay
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (8 reviews)
"Lovely place with easy access to the beach. Extremely quiet and dark, allowing for great stargazing. Plenty of room for our family to spread out. Friendly host who quickly explained everything and was available for questions via text. Would definitely return the next time we’re near Kaikoura. "
United States
Aaron
The price is Rp4.281.795
Rp4.924.064 total
includes taxes & fees
7 May - 8 May
The Factory
Deluxe Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Ocean View | Terrace/patio

Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments

Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments
3.0 star property
1.7 km from South Bay
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (625 reviews)
"Close to all the great views and shops."
Australia
Carlos
The price is Rp1.582.859
Rp1.820.319 total
includes taxes & fees
12 May - 13 May
Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments
Colonial Wagon + Sleep Out | View from room

Wacky Stays

Wacky Stays
2.5 star property
Kaikoura Flat, 6.1 km from South Bay
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (82 reviews)
"Great stay, quaint little cottage & the kids thoroughly enjoyed the animal feeding "
Australia
Adrian
The price is Rp1.664.262
Rp2.220.686 total
includes taxes & fees
5 May - 6 May
Wacky Stays
Beach/ocean view

Sudima Kaikoura

Sudima Kaikoura
5.0 star property
1.7 km from South Bay
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (564 reviews)
"Excellent stay"
Australia
Carmel
The price is Rp1.788.836
Rp2.057.161 total
includes taxes & fees
15 May - 16 May
Sudima Kaikoura
Exterior

The Fairways Accommodation Kaikoura

The Fairways Accommodation Kaikoura
3.5 star property
Kaikoura Flat, 3.4 km from South Bay
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (421 reviews)
"Nice location and very well maintained property. Service is also amazing "
Australia
Ankush
The price is Rp1.707.387
Rp1.963.495 total
includes taxes & fees
31 May - 1 Jun
The Fairways Accommodation Kaikoura
On the beach, beach shuttle, 12 beach bars

Alpine View Motel

Alpine View Motel
3.0 star property
4.3 km from South Bay
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (563 reviews)
"Clean, direct access to the beach, friendly staff"
United States
George
The price is Rp1.288.540
Rp1.481.821 total
includes taxes & fees
6 May - 7 May
Alpine View Motel
The Hartnell Room | Balcony

Bendamere House Bed & Breakfast

Bendamere House Bed & Breakfast
3.5 star property
2.4 km from South Bay
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (182 reviews)
"Everything was very nice. The owner of the property was very friendly."
United States
John
The price is Rp2.667.785
Rp3.067.953 total
includes taxes & fees
5 May - 6 May
Bendamere House Bed & Breakfast
Exterior

Koura Bay Resort

Koura Bay Resort
3.5 star property
10.1 km from South Bay
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (103 reviews)
"On arrival the gentleman in reception (I think the owner of the resort) was very helpful and courteous. Although the rooms were compact, they had a fantastic outlook of the 9th hole and the surrounding coastline."
Australia
eric
The price is Rp2.507.718
Rp2.883.876 total
includes taxes & fees
7 May - 8 May
Koura Bay Resort
Indoor spa tub

Kaikōura TOP 10 Holiday Park

Kaikōura TOP 10 Holiday Park
3.0 star property
3.2 km from South Bay
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (345 reviews)
"Lovely place to stay"
United Kingdom
Mark
The price is Rp943.915
Rp1.104.499 total
includes taxes & fees
26 May - 27 May
Kaikōura TOP 10 Holiday Park
Comfort Suite, 1 King Bed, Mountain View | Terrace/patio

Kaikoura Motor Inn

Kaikoura Motor Inn
2.0 star property
4.9 km from South Bay
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (530 reviews)
"Comfortable stay with cosy tidy rooms. Very hospitable hosts who were very helpful and kind."
Australia
Jacob
The price is Rp998.370
Rp1.148.126 total
includes taxes & fees
7 May - 8 May
Kaikoura Motor Inn
Apartment, Balcony, Ocean View | View from property

Centrally located Hilltop Apartment

Centrally located Hilltop Apartment
3.0 star property
1.8 km from South Bay
The price is Rp1.799.715
Rp2.069.672 total
includes taxes & fees
9 May - 10 May
Centrally located Hilltop Apartment
Front of property – evening/night

Inn the Bay Bed & Breakfast

Inn the Bay Bed & Breakfast
4.0 star property
1.4 km from South Bay
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (72 reviews)
"Wonderful hosts with great information. Spacious, clean room. Quiet and perfect location."
Canada
Jill
The price is Rp2.312.080
Rp2.658.892 total
includes taxes & fees
17 May - 18 May
Inn the Bay Bed & Breakfast
Outdoor dining

Kaikoura Boutique Hotel

Kaikoura Boutique Hotel
4.5 star property
1.6 km from South Bay
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (374 reviews)
"Great seaside location, very quiet, friendly helpful staff, lovely courtyard, thank you for a wonderful stay!"
Australia
Deirdre
The price is Rp1.741.886
Rp2.003.169 total
includes taxes & fees
7 May - 8 May
Kaikoura Boutique Hotel
Family Tree House | Minibar, in-room safe, individually furnished, blackout curtains

Hapuku Lodge & Tree Houses

Hapuku Lodge & Tree Houses
5.0 star property
13.2 km from South Bay
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (6 reviews)
"The staff were exemplary and the food was great!"
United States
Jessica
Hapuku Lodge & Tree Houses
Superior House | Beach/ocean view

Kaikoura Beach Motel

Kaikoura Beach Motel
2.5 star property
1.7 km from South Bay
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (437 reviews)
"Lovely beachside location, quaint 80s style motel room renovated and well refreshed to modern standards."
Australia
Buddhika
The price is Rp1.867.449
Rp2.147.566 total
includes taxes & fees
5 May - 6 May
Kaikoura Beach Motel
Cottage | Beach/ocean view

Barnacle Bills

Barnacle Bills
3.5 star property
1.3 km from South Bay
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (28 reviews)
"The room was clean and spacious and good for our overnight stay"
Canada
ronald
The price is Rp2.016.845
Rp2.319.372 total
includes taxes & fees
17 May - 18 May
Barnacle Bills
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Where to stay in South Bay

Find the best South Bay areas for the activities you enjoy most.
Walking around Kaikoura Peninsula, New Zealand on a beautiful Spring day.

Kaikoura Flat

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

Beautiful unique adorable new zealand fur seal resting on the rocks spotted in Kaikōura Peninsula Walkway, Canterbury. Amazing marine mammals spotted in New Zealand

Kaikoura Peninsula

If you're spending some time in Kaikoura Peninsula, Peninsula Walkway and Point Kean Seal Colony are top sights worth seeing.

Top South Bay Hotel Reviews

Mondello Kaikoura

Mondello Kaikoura

10/10 Excellent
"Accommodation was excellent. Great shower, comfortable bed and kitchen well equipped. Also a great view to the mountains. Parking was also free. "
Mary 3-night trip
Posted 4 hours ago
Mondello Kaikoura

Frequently asked questions

What is South Bay like?
Travellers will be sure to enjoy their time in Kaikōura's South Bay neighbourhood.
How many hotels will I find in South Bay?
When you want to put your feet up after a day of exploring the sights in Kaikōura, you can choose from 13 Expedia hotels and other accommodation options in South Bay.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in South Bay, will I receive a refund?
Yes, most hotel room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view top deals in South Bay.
What is there to do in this Kaikōura neighbourhood?
Fyffe House, Peninsula Walkway and Point Kean Seal Colony are just a few of the places to visit in and around South Bay. When you're sightseeing in Kaikōura, Kaikoura District Museum and Kaikoura Museum are also worth a stop.