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South Bay hotels and places to stay

Ocean View Twin | View from room
Sudima Kaikoura
4.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (152)
"Very quiet"
The price is CA $127
CA $146 total
includes taxes & fees
May 26 - May 27
Sudima Kaikoura
Deluxe Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Ocean View | Beach/ocean view
Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments
3.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (385)
"Good sized rooms. Handy to town. "
The price is CA $115
CA $133 total
includes taxes & fees
May 28 - May 29
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 CA $121
CA $141 total
includes taxes & fees
May 28 - May 29
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 CA $67
CA $78 total
includes taxes & fees
May 29 - May 30
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 CA $116
CA $137 total
includes taxes & fees
May 26 - May 27
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 CA $134
CA $155 total
includes taxes & fees
May 25 - May 26
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 CA $88
CA $103 total
includes taxes & fees
May 26 - May 27
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 CA $112
CA $129 total
includes taxes & fees
May 25 - May 26
Kaikoura Quality Suites
Terrace/patio
Mondello Kaikoura
3.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (282)
"Great place, recommended. "
The price is CA $113
CA $130 total
includes taxes & fees
May 27 - May 28
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 CA $113
CA $130 total
includes taxes & fees
May 28 - May 29
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 CA $90
CA $105 total
includes taxes & fees
May 28 - May 29
Blue Seas Motels Kaikoura
Property amenity
Bella Vista Motel Kaikoura
4.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (263)
"First time stay, warm, tidy and well priced"
The price is CA $96
CA $112 total
includes taxes & fees
May 28 - May 29
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 CA $101
CA $116 total
includes taxes & fees
May 28 - May 29
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 CA $91
CA $104 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 12 - Jun 13
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 CA $98
CA $114 total
includes taxes & fees
May 25 - May 26
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 CA $84
CA $96 total
includes taxes & fees
May 31 - Jun 1
The Pier Hotel and Restaurant
Outdoor pool, sun 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 CA $1,057
CA $1,232 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 12 - Jun 13
Hapuku Lodge & Tree Houses
Double Room (Room 3)
Te Mahuru Retreat
3.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (121)
"Wonderful and comfortable place to stay"
The price is CA $111
CA $127 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 7 - Jun 8
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 CA $76
CA $87 total
includes taxes & fees
May 25 - May 26
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 CA $87
CA $100 total
includes taxes & fees
May 26 - May 27
Sierra Beachfront Motel
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South Bay Travel Info

Location
Kaikoura, New Zealand
Similar neighborhood
Kaikoura Peninsula

Frequently asked questions

What is South Bay like?

Travelers will be sure to enjoy their time in Kaikoura's South Bay neighborhood.

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

Based on our traveler data, Bay Cottages is one of the top choices for your stay in South Bay. This cottage offers free parking and private patios. Other good choices for your stay in the area include Kaikoura's lovely South Bays Cottage and Wakatu (wait a while) Cottage .

How many hotels should I expect to find in South Bay?

When you want to kick up your feet after a day of exploring the sights in Kaikoura, you can choose from 10 Expedia hotels and other accommodations in South Bay.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in South Bay, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel bookings are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel’s cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of check in. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to get the best deals available in South Bay.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to South Bay?

For more details about picking new dates or cancelling your trip to South Bay, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.

What is there to do in this Kaikoura neighborhood?

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

Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments

Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments

5/5 Excellent
"Good sized rooms. Handy to town. "
A verified traveller stayed at Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments
Posted 2 days ago
Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments