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1. The Fairways Accommodation Kaikoura

The Fairways Accommodation Kaikoura
3.5 star property
Kaikoura Flat
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (424 reviews)
"The room was excellent. Staff were very friendly and helpful"
Australia
ANNETTE
The price is CA $134
CA $154 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 21 - Sep 22
The Fairways Accommodation Kaikoura

2. Barnacle Bills

Barnacle Bills
3.5 star property
Kaikoura
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (28 reviews)
"Great location and a lovely cottage with everything needed for a comfortable stay."
New Zealand
Patricia
The price is CA $138
CA $159 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Barnacle Bills

3. Glenburn Coastal Retreat

Glenburn Coastal Retreat
4.0 star property
Hapuku
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (54 reviews)
"Very nice stay"
United States
James
The price is CA $354
CA $410 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Glenburn Coastal Retreat

4. Ocean & Mountain Views 3-bedroom Home

Ocean & Mountain Views 3-bedroom Home
4.0 star property
Kaikōura
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (4 reviews)
"Beautiful views and central location. The stars are amazing and the local activities are out of this world. "
United States
Sarah
The price is CA $192
CA $221 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Ocean & Mountain Views 3-bedroom Home

5. Kaikoura Luxury Apartments

Kaikoura Luxury Apartments
5.0 star property
Kaikoura
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (52 reviews)
"Lives up to its name!"
United States
Alfred
The price is CA $316
CA $363 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Kaikoura Luxury Apartments

6. Centrally located Hilltop Apartment

Centrally located Hilltop Apartment
3.5 star property
Kaikōura
The price is CA $141
CA $162 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 24 - Sep 25
Centrally located Hilltop Apartment

7. Beach front cottage

Beach front cottage
South Bay
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (37 reviews)
"Great location - kids enjoyed watching the boats go out"
New Zealand
Kelly I.
The price is CA $128
CA $203 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 22 - Sep 23
Beach front cottage

8. Waterfront | Handy Location | Affordable | Unit 7 - KK41647

Waterfront | Handy Location | Affordable | Unit 7 - KK41647
Kaikoura
7.8 out of 10, Good, (7 reviews)
"Host was very responsive and helpful. "
Australia
Annie O.
Waterfront | Handy Location | Affordable | Unit 7 - KK41647

9. Stunning Views | Contemporary | Escape - KK4113

Stunning Views | Contemporary | Escape - KK4113
Kaikoura Flat
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"Property great"
United Kingdom
Alan
The price is CA $188
CA $332 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Stunning Views | Contemporary | Escape - KK4113

10. Kaikōura Peaks Studio Retreat 4

Kaikōura Peaks Studio Retreat 4
Kaikoura
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (8 reviews)
"Great little place, the host was great."
New Zealand
Delicia O.
The price is CA $84
CA $124 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 23 - Sep 24
Kaikōura Peaks Studio Retreat 4

11. Central | Beach Nearby | Parking - KK27622

Central | Beach Nearby | Parking - KK27622
Kaikoura
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (4 reviews)
"Great location, wonderful stay, host service is excellent."
United States
Henry
The price is CA $178
CA $311 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 23 - Sep 24
Central | Beach Nearby | Parking - KK27622

12. Waves Apartment 9 | KK94009

Waves Apartment 9 | KK94009
Kaikoura
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2 reviews)
"Wonderful place to stay. Convenient location, clean, well stocked, cozy seating. The view is amazing! It was easy to find and parking was great."
United States
Kelly H.
The price is CA $179
CA $279 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 22 - Sep 23
Waves Apartment 9 | KK94009

13. South Bay | Classic Bach | Close to Marina - KK48126

South Bay | Classic Bach | Close to Marina - KK48126
South Bay
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (6 reviews)
"Lovely property and ideal location was perfect for our pup to would recommend"
United States
James C.
The price is CA $130
CA $234 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 21 - Sep 22
South Bay | Classic Bach | Close to Marina - KK48126

14. South Bay | Cosy | BBQ Area - KK61334

South Bay | Cosy | BBQ Area - KK61334
South Bay
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (20 reviews)
"Lovely place to stay, best part there it was well stocked with kitchen basics plus a Nespresso machine with pods!"
New Zealand
Deepcover N.
The price is CA $139
CA $218 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 22 - Sep 23
South Bay | Cosy | BBQ Area - KK61334

15. Views | Spacious | Sunny - KK29174

Views | Spacious | Sunny - KK29174
Kaikoura
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (5 reviews)
"Great location, perfect for our stay.Thank you."
New Zealand
Christina F.
Views | Spacious | Sunny - KK29174

16. Handy Location | Ocean & Mountain Views | Close to Park - KK96845

Handy Location | Ocean & Mountain Views | Close to Park - KK96845
Kaikoura
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (5 reviews)
"Easy check-in and a convenient walking path to get to town. The star gazing on the front deck was incredible."
Netherlands
Mandie T.
Handy Location | Ocean & Mountain Views | Close to Park - KK96845

17. The Factory

The Factory
4.0 star property
Hapuku
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 CA $322
CA $372 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
The Factory

18. First Light Kaikoura | Unit 2 | KK43602

First Light Kaikoura | Unit 2 | KK43602
Kaikoura
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (3 reviews)
"Lovely place to stay"
New Zealand
Simone Z.
The price is CA $81
CA $151 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 23 - Sep 24
First Light Kaikoura | Unit 2 | KK43602

19. Waterfront 3 -bedroom bungalow opposite the South Bay Marina and public slipway

Waterfront 3 -bedroom bungalow opposite the South Bay Marina and public slipway
South Bay
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (19 reviews)
"We loved the views from this quintessential NZ bach and the lovely walks in the surrounding area. It was well equipped and the beds and top quality sheets were appreciated. "
New Zealand
chris W.
The price is CA $184
CA $237 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Waterfront 3 -bedroom bungalow opposite the South Bay Marina and public slipway

20. Charming Villa | Family Friendly | Handy to Town - KK14769

Charming Villa | Family Friendly | Handy to Town - KK14769
Kaikoura
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (13 reviews)
"Great location"
United States
Anonymous traveller
The price is CA $178
CA $355 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Charming Villa | Family Friendly | Handy to Town - KK14769
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