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Top 10 Hotels in South Bay, Kaikōura

Bay Cottages
Property grounds

Bay Cottages

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (107)
"Clean, tidy and comfortable. "
The price is RM341
RM393 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Oct - 10 Oct
Bay Cottages
Alpine-pacific Holiday Park
Outdoor spa tub

Alpine-pacific Holiday Park

3.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (424)
"Great place, nice and clean and the staff are lovely and helpful!"
The price is RM216
RM248 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Oct - 17 Oct
Alpine-pacific Holiday Park
Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments
Beach/ocean view

Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments

3.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (553)
"Loved staying here Beautiful location "
The price is RM341
RM393 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments
Kaikoura Quality Suites
Exterior

Kaikoura Quality Suites

3.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (331)
"Very enjoyable stay. Would definitely stay again. "
The price is RM272
RM313 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Oct - 10 Oct
Kaikoura Quality Suites
The Fairways Accommodation Kaikoura
Exterior

The Fairways Accommodation Kaikoura

3.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (403)
"Great"
The price is RM401
RM462 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
The Fairways Accommodation Kaikoura
Kaikoura Beach Motel
Aerial view

Kaikoura Beach Motel

2.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (386)
"Stayed a few years ago and they've done it up nicely. Great bathroom reno and super comfortable bed. Ocean view from our modest room. Great base to explore the town on foot. Highly recommended and we will stay again."
The price is RM318
RM366 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Kaikoura Beach Motel
Mondello Kaikoura
1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated

Mondello Kaikoura

3.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (387)
"Great stay"
The price is RM405
RM466 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Mondello Kaikoura
Te Mahuru Retreat
Premium bedding, down duvets, individually decorated

Te Mahuru Retreat

3.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (149)
"This is an outstanding B&B. It is truly a garden spot, an excellent place to relax and refresh, "
The price is RM424
RM488 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Oct - 9 Oct
Te Mahuru Retreat
Kaikoura Gateway Motor Lodge
Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker

Kaikoura Gateway Motor Lodge

4.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (556)
"Comfortable motel."
The price is RM341
RM393 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Kaikoura Gateway Motor Lodge
Kaikoura Boutique Hotel
Outdoor dining

Kaikoura Boutique Hotel

4.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (337)
"Nice place very convenient and helpful staff "
The price is RM474
RM545 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Kaikoura Boutique Hotel
Alpine View Motel
Free self-parking

Alpine View Motel

3.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (533)
"Very comfortable and nice motel! Strongly recommend!"
The price is RM332
RM382 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Oct - 9 Oct
Alpine View Motel
Sierra Beachfront Motel
Reception

Sierra Beachfront Motel

2.5 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (256)
"A good location by the beach , quiet but a bit of a back to town. "
The price is RM267
RM307 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Oct - 10 Oct
Sierra Beachfront Motel
Koura Bay Resort
Exterior

Koura Bay Resort

3.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (88)
"Loved our stay would definitely recommend. "
The price is RM407
RM468 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Koura Bay Resort
Kaikōura TOP 10 Holiday Park
Business centre

Kaikōura TOP 10 Holiday Park

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (316)
"It was a great stay."
The price is RM351
RM411 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Kaikōura TOP 10 Holiday Park
Sudima Kaikoura
1 bedroom, in-room safe, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Sudima Kaikoura

5.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (421)
"Great hotel "
The price is RM526
RM605 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Oct - 9 Oct
Sudima Kaikoura
The White Morph - Heritage Collection
Interior detail

The White Morph - Heritage Collection

4.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (624)
"Staff very helpful with late check in "
The price is RM391
RM449 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
The White Morph - Heritage Collection
Blue Seas Motel
View from property

Blue Seas Motel

3.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (73)
"Very friendly staff, quick checkin , very quiet place. "
The price is RM373
RM429 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Blue Seas Motel
Bendamere House Bed & Breakfast
Property grounds

Bendamere House Bed & Breakfast

3.5 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (172)
"The Bendamere is a top-notch bed and breakfast. From the friendly greeting to the incredible views of the Kaikoura Coast to the excellent amenities to the comfortable room and bed, The Bendamere surpasses expectations! "
The price is RM662
RM761 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Bendamere House Bed & Breakfast
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 RM3,331
RM3,830 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Oct - 9 Oct
Hapuku Lodge & Tree Houses
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 RM296
RM340 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
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

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

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

The White Morph - Heritage Collection

The White Morph - Heritage Collection

10/10 Excellent
"Staff very helpful with late check in "
Amanda 1-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
The White Morph - Heritage Collection

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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.