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Top 10 Hotels in South Bay, Kaikōura

Alpine-pacific Holiday Park
Outdoor spa tub

Alpine-pacific Holiday Park

3.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (408)
"Amazing Kaikoura Stay! - Highly recommended! Loved our weekend here! The staff were so friendly and helpful. Our room was clean, warm and comfy. The location was great, with short easy walk to the supermarket. Would definitely stay again. Thank you for such a pleasant experience!!"
Alpine-pacific Holiday Park
Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments
Beach/ocean view

Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments

3.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (531)
"Great hospitality "
The price is RM387
RM445 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Aug - 8 Aug
Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments
Kaikoura Beach Motel
Aerial view

Kaikoura Beach Motel

2.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (368)
"Really lovely place, wonderful staff, comfy beds, great location. Free laundry was a nice touch. "
Kaikoura Beach Motel
Kaikoura Quality Suites
Beach nearby

Kaikoura Quality Suites

3.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (311)
"Very enjoyable stay. Would definitely stay again. "
Kaikoura Quality Suites
Sudima Kaikoura
1 bedroom, in-room safe, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Sudima Kaikoura

5.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (389)
"Great hotel would stay again "
The price is RM340
RM390 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Jul - 16 Jul
Sudima Kaikoura
The Fairways Accommodation Kaikoura
Exterior

The Fairways Accommodation Kaikoura

3.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (396)
"Very nice accomodation and a sincere thank you to Deka for your excellent customer service. Highly recommended. Will definitely stay here again. "
The Fairways Accommodation Kaikoura
Mondello Kaikoura
1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated

Mondello Kaikoura

3.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (369)
"Impeccably clean, lots of space, extremely good value and friendly staff"
Mondello Kaikoura
Kaikoura Gateway Motor Lodge
Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker

Kaikoura Gateway Motor Lodge

4.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (552)
"Really nice place, quiet but central to town"
The price is RM321
RM369 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Aug - 6 Aug
Kaikoura Gateway Motor Lodge
Te Mahuru Retreat
1 bedroom, premium bedding, down duvets, individually decorated

Te Mahuru Retreat

3.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (146)
"This is an outstanding B&B. It is truly a garden spot, an excellent place to relax and refresh, "
The price is RM320
RM368 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Jul - 11 Jul
Te Mahuru Retreat
The White Morph - Heritage Collection
Interior detail

The White Morph - Heritage Collection

4.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (614)
"We loved that it was across the road from the beach and we could hear the ocean."
The price is RM372
RM427 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Jul - 10 Jul
The White Morph - Heritage Collection
Alpine View Motel
Free self-parking

Alpine View Motel

3.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (529)
"Solid choice with basically a huge private beach!"
The price is RM343
RM394 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Aug - 6 Aug
Alpine View Motel
Sierra Beachfront Motel
Front of property

Sierra Beachfront Motel

2.5 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (255)
"A good location by the beach , quiet but a bit of a back to town. "
The price is RM276
RM318 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Jul - 19 Jul
Sierra Beachfront Motel
Bella Vista Motel Kaikoura
Property amenity

Bella Vista Motel Kaikoura

4.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (294)
"Great motel - perfect for staying in Kaikōura "
Bella Vista Motel Kaikoura
Koura Bay Resort
Exterior

Koura Bay Resort

3.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (88)
"Amazing place to stay & play, very quiet, and really convenient "
The price is RM398
RM457 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Jul - 10 Jul
Koura Bay Resort
Kaikōura TOP 10 Holiday Park
Lake

Kaikōura TOP 10 Holiday Park

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (314)
"Staff are friendly and professional. Absolutely gorgeous location."
Kaikōura TOP 10 Holiday Park
Kaikoura Boutique Hotel
Outdoor dining

Kaikoura Boutique Hotel

4.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (334)
"Lovely property within walking distance to bars and restaurants. The owner was lovely and very helpful, we would definitely stay here again to do another whale watching tour!"
The price is RM467
RM537 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Jul - 24 Jul
Kaikoura Boutique Hotel
Hapuku Lodge & Tree Houses
Outdoor pool, pool loungers

Hapuku Lodge & Tree Houses

5.0 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (5)
"Absolutely unforgettable stay from start to finish. The staff were amazing, the grounds are unreal and the pool was divine. What a fantastic place, I wish it was closer to my home so I could come back regularly!"
The price is RM3,101
RM3,566 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Aug - 9 Aug
Hapuku Lodge & Tree Houses
Lobster Inn Motel
Property grounds

Lobster Inn Motel

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (20)
"Nice warm room Comfortable beds"
The price is RM322
RM371 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Jul - 19 Jul
Lobster Inn Motel
Blue Seas Motel
View from property

Blue Seas Motel

3.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (71)
"Very friendly staff, quick checkin , very quiet place. "
Blue Seas Motel
Kaikoura Seaside Lodge
Toys, books, video library

Kaikoura Seaside Lodge

2.0 star property
7.2 out of 10, Good, (7)
"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."
The price is RM219
RM252 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Jul - 11 Jul
Kaikoura Seaside Lodge
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Where to stay in South Bay

Find the best South Bay areas for the activities you enjoy most.
Kaikoura Flat map

Kaikoura Flat

2 out of top 10 points of interest in this area

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

Photo by Brent Manning
Open Photo by Brent Manning
Kaikoura Peninsula map

Kaikoura Peninsula

2 out of top 10 points of interest in this area

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

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 12 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.