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Top 10 Hotels in South Bay, Kaikoura

View from room
Sudima Kaikoura
4.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (152)
"Very quiet"
The price is RM 437
per night
26 May - 27 May
Sudima Kaikoura
Beach/ocean view
Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments
3.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (385)
"It is a new and modern, clean and cosy stay. I can see that the apartments are being very well looked-after. The host was friendly. Would be great if there is wall hook in the bath room. Love the quality of bedding and its linen. "
The price is RM 395
per night
28 May - 29 May
Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments
Interior detail
The White Morph - Heritage Collection
4.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (559)
"Great property with a great vibe ... right across from the water, really nice comfortable warm room "
The price is RM 471
per night
27 May - 28 May
The White Morph - Heritage Collection
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Outdoor spa tub
Alpine-pacific Holiday Park
3.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (349)
"Very nice and lovely location"
The price is RM 216
per night
5 Jun - 6 Jun
Alpine-pacific Holiday Park
Exterior
The Fairways Luxury Accommodation Kaikoura
3.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (334)
"Great that we could park the camper van."
The price is RM 413
per night
3 Jun - 4 Jun
The Fairways Luxury Accommodation Kaikoura
Outdoor dining
Kaikoura Boutique Hotel
4.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (306)
"Lovely welcome with good tips of local area Lovely room small but adequate Real good breakfast even though it was not traditional lovely staff friendly and sociable Great location "
The price is RM 458
per night
24 May - 25 May
Kaikoura Boutique Hotel
Outdoor dining
Kakatu Retreat
3.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (63)
"Comfy, cosy, friendly owner, welcoming, great facilities "
The price is RM 302
per night
30 May - 31 May
Kakatu Retreat
Beach nearby
Kaikoura Quality Suites
3.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (210)
"This motel is at the quiet end of town and most of the units are at the back so there is very little road noise. "
The price is RM 384
per night
24 May - 25 May
Kaikoura Quality Suites
Terrace/patio
Mondello Kaikoura
3.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (282)
"Great place, recommended. "
The price is RM 359
per night
26 May - 27 May
Mondello Kaikoura
Free self-parking
Alpine View Motel
3.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (465)
"Fantastic location, just a literal skip over the train tracks and you’re on the beach! Everything was pristine in the room, very comfortable. Quick drive into town with tons of shopping and food options. The seal colony nearby was a highlight of our trip. Highly recommend the Alpine View for a lovely stay! "
The price is RM 386
per night
26 May - 27 May
Alpine View Motel
View from property
Blue Seas Motels Kaikoura
3.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (41)
"Very clean and well presented Excellent value for money Would stay again"
The price is RM 295
per night
28 May - 29 May
Blue Seas Motels Kaikoura
Property amenity
Bella Vista Motel Kaikoura
4.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (263)
"We arrived earlier than the 14.00 hours booking in time. I politely asked if it was possible to take the room earlier. If it had not been possible I would have accepted the decision. The key was handed over and I paid. The lady in question did not present a welcoming demeanour that I have seen in the other properties I have stayed in. Points of issue with Room 18: 1. Heater in bathroom does not work 2. Shower head leaks 3. Sink needs attention due to not emptying quick enough "
The price is RM 331
per night
31 May - 1 Jun
Bella Vista Motel Kaikoura
Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker
Kaikoura Gateway Motor Lodge
4.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (497)
"Nice clean motel with big rooms and friendly staff."
The price is RM 305
per night
6 Jun - 7 Jun
Kaikoura Gateway Motor Lodge
Aerial view
Kaikoura Beach Motel
2.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (252)
"Very comfy nice vibe"
The price is RM 312
per night
26 May - 27 May
Kaikoura Beach Motel
Terrace/patio
Kaikoura Motor Inn
3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (418)
"Don is very friendly, very clean everywhere .\big heatpump kept nice and warm"
The price is RM 302
per night
5 Jun - 6 Jun
Kaikoura Motor Inn
Front of property – evening/night
The Pier Hotel and Restaurant
2.5 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (189)
"It does what it says on the tin"
The price is RM 286
per night
27 May - 28 May
The Pier Hotel and Restaurant
Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Hapuku Lodge & Tree Houses
5.0 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2)
"From the start to finish of our 3 nights stay, in one of the treehouses, the whole experience was exceptional in our travels around NZ over the last month. Friendly, kind interested and caring well beyond expectation. Rooms supremely comfortable, food varied each night and delicious. Breakfast and lunch offered with grace and pleasure also. Good place for quiet time but close to whale watching trips . Even its own helipad for trips to mountains and sea.! Don’t miss this gem."
The price is RM 3,758
per night
3 Jun - 4 Jun
Hapuku Lodge & Tree Houses
Premium bedding, down duvets, individually decorated
Te Mahuru Retreat
3.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (121)
"Wonderful and comfortable place to stay"
The price is RM 374
per night
27 May - 28 May
Te Mahuru Retreat
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; pool views
Dusky Lodge - Hostel
2.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (174)
"Good clean and comfortable accom."
The price is RM 261
per night
24 May - 25 May
Dusky Lodge - Hostel
Front of property
Sierra Beachfront Motel
2.5 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (229)
"Would stay again"
The price is RM 299
per night
26 May - 27 May
Sierra Beachfront Motel
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South Bay hotels information

Number of reviews
5,280
Accommodation
144 hotels
Lowest Price
RM216
Highest Price
RM3,758

Frequently asked questions

What is South Bay like?

Travellers will be sure to enjoy their time in Kaikoura's South Bay neighbourhood.

Where is the best hotel for a stay in South Bay?

Based on our traveller data, Bay Cottages is one of the top choices for your stay in South Bay. This cottage offers free parking and private patios.

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 Kaikoura, you can choose from 10 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 Kaikoura 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 Kaikoura, Kaikoura District Museum and Kaikoura Museum are also worth a stop.

Recent Reviews in South Bay

The White Morph - Heritage Collection

The White Morph - Heritage Collection

5/5 Excellent
"Great property with a great vibe ... right across from the water, really nice comfortable warm room "
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The White Morph - Heritage Collection