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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, (422 reviews)
"The room was excellent. Staff were very friendly and helpful"
Australia
ANNETTE
The price is CA $137
CA $157 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 4 - Aug 5
The Fairways Accommodation Kaikoura

2. 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 $206
CA $238 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 11 - Aug 12
Kaikoura Luxury Apartments

3. 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 $145
CA $167 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 17 - Aug 18
Barnacle Bills

4. 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 $357
CA $414 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 4 - Aug 5
Glenburn Coastal Retreat

5. 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 $174
CA $200 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 6 - Aug 7
Ocean & Mountain Views 3-bedroom Home

6. Centrally located Hilltop Apartment

Centrally located Hilltop Apartment
3.5 star property
Kaikōura
The price is CA $122
CA $140 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 4 - Aug 5
Centrally located Hilltop Apartment

7. Beach front cottage

Beach front cottage
South Bay
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (36 reviews)
"Great location - kids enjoyed watching the boats go out"
New Zealand
Kelly I.
The price is CA $132
CA $209 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 5 - Aug 6
Beach front cottage

8. 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 $184
CA $320 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 17 - Aug 18
Central | Beach Nearby | Parking - KK27622

9. 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 $337
CA $389 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 4 - Aug 5
The Factory

10. Stunning Views | Contemporary | Escape - KK24113

Stunning Views | Contemporary | Escape - KK24113
Kaikoura
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"Property great"
United Kingdom
Alan
The price is CA $194
CA $342 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Stunning Views | Contemporary | Escape - KK24113

11. Waterfront | Great Views | Affordable | Unit 2 - KK91642

Waterfront | Great Views | Affordable | Unit 2 - KK91642
Kaikoura
7.2 out of 10, Good, (7 reviews)
"Fantastic location. Incredible view!Lots of room.Wifi seemed a little slow at times."
United States
Cynthia B.
The price is CA $83
CA $162 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 13 - Aug 14
Waterfront | Great Views | Affordable | Unit 2 - KK91642

12. Beach Nearby | Balcony | Stroll to Town – KK77018

Beach Nearby | Balcony | Stroll to Town – KK77018
Kaikōura
The price is CA $174
CA $289 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Beach Nearby | Balcony | Stroll to Town – KK77018

13. Sleek | Elevated Views | Hidden - KK43103

Sleek | Elevated Views | Hidden - KK43103
Kaikoura
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (4 reviews)
"Absolutely beautiful!"
New Zealand
Jasmyn P.
Sleek | Elevated Views | Hidden - KK43103

14. Waves Apartment 9 | KK94009

Waves Apartment 9 | KK94009
Kaikoura
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
The price is CA $185
CA $288 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 17 - Aug 18
Waves Apartment 9 | KK94009

15. LargeExecutive House

LargeExecutive House
Kaikoura Flat
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (31 reviews)
"Great spot with everything you need on a trip."
New Zealand
Maxine S.
The price is CA $252
CA $363 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 4 - Aug 5
LargeExecutive House

16. 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 $82
CA $123 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 4 - Aug 5
Kaikōura Peaks Studio Retreat 4

17. South Bay | Cosy | BBQ Area - KK61334

South Bay | Cosy | BBQ Area - KK61334
South Bay
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (19 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 $221 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 5 - Aug 6
South Bay | Cosy | BBQ Area - KK61334

18. 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 $132
CA $178 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 4 - Aug 5
Waterfront 3 -bedroom bungalow opposite the South Bay Marina and public slipway

19. Views | Spacious | Sunny - KK29174

Views | Spacious | Sunny - KK29174
Kaikoura
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (5 reviews)
"Loved our stay here. A proper Kiwi Batch. Had everything we needed. Great location. Beautiful seaviews from the deck. Fireplace was a treat. We would definitely stay here again."
Australia
Elaina
The price is CA $138
CA $253 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 4 - Aug 5
Views | Spacious | Sunny - KK29174

20. Expansive Ocean & Mountain Views - KK82140

Expansive Ocean & Mountain Views - KK82140
Kaikoura
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (6 reviews)
"Great view and friendly owners."
New Zealand
Benjamin R.
The price is CA $171
CA $311 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 4 - Aug 5
Expansive Ocean & Mountain Views - KK82140
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