Title: Kaikoura Seaside Lodge - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=108721647&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Kaikoura Seaside Lodge Find adventure on your doorstep – from beach activities to bike rides along the scenic coastline. Connect with loved ones over books and board games. ## Photo gallery for Kaikoura Seaside Lodge ![Hiking - Kaikoura Seaside Lodge (Kaikoura)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108730000/108721700/108721647/c1c64408.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Kaikoura Seaside Lodge (Kaikoura)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108730000/108721700/108721647/9301446f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - Kaikoura Seaside Lodge (Kaikoura)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108730000/108721700/108721647/69c10928.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Toys, books, video library - Kaikoura Seaside Lodge (Kaikoura)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108730000/108721700/108721647/f4341cf3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Toys, books, video library - Kaikoura Seaside Lodge (Kaikoura)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108730000/108721700/108721647/67325038.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Kaikoura Seaside Lodge offers a family-friendly haven near Kaikoura Beach, with a playground and outdoor entertainment area perfect for kids. Stay connected with in-room WiFi, explore the nearby Peninsula Walkway, or enjoy bike rentals and games at this charming lodge. ## Reviews 7.4 Good ## Popular amenities - Parking included - Free WiFi - Kitchen ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Jan. 7 - Jan. 8](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-07&endDate=2026-01-08&selected=108721647&PinnedHotelID=108721647&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-07&endDate=2026-01-08&selected=108721647&PinnedHotelID=108721647&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Jan. 8 - Jan. 9](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-08&endDate=2026-01-09&selected=108721647&PinnedHotelID=108721647&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-08&endDate=2026-01-09&selected=108721647&PinnedHotelID=108721647&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Jan. 9 - Jan. 11](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-09&endDate=2026-01-11&selected=108721647&PinnedHotelID=108721647&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-09&endDate=2026-01-11&selected=108721647&PinnedHotelID=108721647&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Jan. 16 - Jan. 18](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-16&endDate=2026-01-18&selected=108721647&PinnedHotelID=108721647&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-16&endDate=2026-01-18&selected=108721647&PinnedHotelID=108721647&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 3+ beds Showing 2 of 2 rooms ### View all photos for Comfort Suite ![Comfort Suite](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108730000/108721700/108721647/2de2b270.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Comfort Suite ### Highlights Separate dining area Separate sitting area Refrigerator Separate bedroom Hair dryer 4 bathrooms Private bathroom Microwave - 215 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ### View all photos for Panoramic Room ![Panoramic Room | Beach/ocean view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108730000/108721700/108721647/d08c2e62.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Panoramic Room 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Separate dining area Separate sitting area Refrigerator Hair dryer 4 bathrooms Microwave Cookware/dishes/utensils Blender - 269 sq ft - Ocean view - Sleeps 4 - 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices), and guests can find other amenities such as an outdoor entertainment area. Other perks at this hostel include: - Free self parking - Bike rentals, babysitting (surcharge), and tour/ticket assistance - Games, outdoor furniture, and barbecue grills Room features All guestrooms at Kaikoura Seaside Lodge have comforts such as separate sitting areas and separate dining areas, as well as amenities like free WiFi. Other amenities include: - 4 bathrooms with showers and hair dryers - Separate sitting areas, separate dining areas, and communal kitchens ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9624000/9623937/626e69ad.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Blue Seas Motel Kaikoura - Kitchen - Parking included - Laundry - Outdoor Space 9.0 Wonderful 77 reviews CA $160 CA $184 total includes taxes & fees Jan 11 - Jan 12 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-11&endDate=2026-01-12&selected=9623937&PinnedHotelID=9623937&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![On the beach, beach shuttle, 12 beach bars](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2600000/2593000/2592950/5b321d04.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Alpine View Motel Kaikoura - Parking included - Free WiFi - Gym - Bar 8.6 Excellent 543 reviews CA $129 CA $148 total includes taxes & fees Jan 11 - Jan 12 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-11&endDate=2026-01-12&selected=2592950&PinnedHotelID=2592950&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Superior House | Beach/ocean view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/57000000/56940000/56931800/56931766/2bb5c488.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Kaikoura Beach Motel Kaikoura - Parking included - Free WiFi - Laundry 8.8 Excellent 411 reviews CA $125 CA $145 total includes taxes & fees Jan 13 - Jan 14 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-13&endDate=2026-01-14&selected=56931766&PinnedHotelID=56931766&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9629200/9629132/a7070b75.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Alpine-pacific Holiday Park Kaikoura - Pool - Hot tub - Pet friendly - Parking included 8.6 Excellent 437 reviews CA $109 CA $125 total includes taxes & fees Jan 11 - Jan 12 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-11&endDate=2026-01-12&selected=9629132&PinnedHotelID=9629132&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Indoor spa tub](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6970000/6960200/6960131/beec7902.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Kaikōura TOP 10 Holiday Park Kaikoura - Pool - Hot tub - Parking included - Free WiFi 8.8 Excellent 330 reviews CA $100 CA $117 total includes taxes & fees Jan 20 - Jan 21 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-20&endDate=2026-01-21&selected=6960131&PinnedHotelID=6960131&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Comfort Suite, 1 King Bed, Mountain View | Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2720000/2717300/2717268/8687e9aa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Kaikoura Motor Inn Kaikoura - Parking included - Free WiFi - Laundry - Housekeeping 8.4 Very good 511 reviews CA $125 CA $145 total includes taxes & fees Jan 25 - Jan 26 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-25&endDate=2026-01-26&selected=2717268&PinnedHotelID=2717268&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24210000/24204200/24204114/f5d42b55.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Kaikoura Quality Suites Kaikoura - Parking included - Free WiFi - Laundry - Housekeeping 9.2 Wonderful 388 reviews CA $125 CA $144 total includes taxes & fees Jan 12 - Jan 13 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-12&endDate=2026-01-13&selected=24204114&PinnedHotelID=24204114&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; 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Check-in end time: 5:00 AM Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions The property charges 3.5 percent for credit card payments The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM Front desk staffed during limited hours Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Access code, front desk (limited hours) ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available Cribs (infant beds) are not available ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Optional extras - Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3.5 percent The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited ### We should mention This property does not have elevators Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms ### National rating Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services. ### Property is also known as Kaikoura Seaside Kaikoura Kaikoura Seaside Lodge Kaikoura Kaikoura Seaside Lodge Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Kaikoura Seaside Lodge Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Kaikoura ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Kaikoura Seaside Lodge pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Kaikoura Seaside Lodge? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Kaikoura Seaside Lodge? ### What time is check-out at Kaikoura Seaside Lodge? ### Where is Kaikoura Seaside Lodge located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Kaikoura Seaside Lodge Reviews 7.4 ### Good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 8.0 Cleanliness ### 6.0 Amenities ### 7.0 Staff & service ### 6.8 Eco-friendliness ### 6.6 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 4 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 2 4 - Poor 1 2 - Terrible 1 ## Reviews ### 8/10 Good #### Moragh Feb 5, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness 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. ##### Moragh Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gilly Mar 1, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Thoroughly enjoyed our time at Kaikoura Seaside Lodge. Excellent communication regarding access and keys. Great kitchen facilities. Loved the body wash, handwash and towels in the bathrooms. Would recommend highly and will stay next time we are in Kaikoura. A great asset for Kaikoura. ##### Gilly Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Sue Dec 1, 2025 Disliked: Property conditions & facilities Not enough toilets or showers for the upstairs the kitchen was a real mess and the refrigerator didn't go and our milk went off ##### Sue Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025 ### 4/10 Poor #### Bryce Mar 6, 2025 Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Didn’t stay but still payed because didn’t relise was back packers and wanted our own bathroom ##### Bryce Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Russell Feb 10, 2025 Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Sharing bathroom facilities. Not suitable for us. Did not stay there. Shared Kitchen & TV lounge not for us. It was like a back packers place. ##### Russell Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Jul 6, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort 여기 완전 좋아요 공동주방에서 보늠 뷰가 완전 좋아요 숙소뷰도 좋구요 추천합니다 ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in May 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Graham May 21, 2025 sfVXSTB4 ATHD ##### Graham Stayed 1 night in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Erik Sep 3, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### Erik Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Eden Jan 5, 2025 ##### Eden Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [All Inclusive Resorts and Hotels in St. Lucia](https://www.expedia.ca/Destinations-In-St-Lucia-All-Inclusive-Hotel.0-0-d168-tAllInclusiveHotel.Hotel-Filter-Destinations) > > [Hotels with Free Airport Shuttle in Dubai Emirate](https://www.expedia.ca/Destinations-In-Dubai-Emirate-Hotels-With-Free-Airport-Shuttle.0-0-d1079-tHotelswithFreeAirportShuttle.Hotel-Filter-Destinations) > > [Econo Lodge City Centre](https://www.expedia.ca/Kingston-Hotels-Econo-Lodge-City-Centre.h2363607.Hotel-Information) > > [Holiday Inn New York City - Times Square by IHG](https://www.expedia.ca/New-York-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-New-York-City-Times-Square.h9988473.Hotel-Information) > > [Nomads Rest](https://www.expedia.ca/Lake-Tekapo-Hotels-Nomads-Rest.h27954748.Hotel-Information) > > [Knights Inn Midland, ON](https://www.expedia.ca/Midland-Hotels-Knights-Inn-Midland.h1536234.Hotel-Information) > > [All Inclusive Resorts and Hotels in Costa Rica](https://www.expedia.ca/Destinations-In-Costa-Rica-All-Inclusive-Hotel.0-0-d42-tAllInclusiveHotel.Hotel-Filter-Destinations) > > [Iberostar Selection Cancún - All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.ca/Cancun-Hotels-Iberostar-Selection-Cancun-All-Inclusive.h4592689.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Toronto](https://www.expedia.ca/Toronto-Hotels.d178314.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Clevelands House Resort Muskoka](https://www.expedia.ca/Huntsville-Hotels-Clevelands-House-Resort-Muskoka.h19245331.Hotel-Information) > > [Sea Crest Beach Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/North-Falmouth-Hotels-Sea-Crest-Beach-Hotel.h25567.Hotel-Information) > > [Flores Guest House](https://www.expedia.ca/Lisbon-District-Hotels-Flores-Guest-House.h22947088.Hotel-Information) > > [All Inclusive Resorts and Hotels in Greece](https://www.expedia.ca/Destinations-In-Greece-All-Inclusive-Hotel.0-0-d67-tAllInclusiveHotel.Hotel-Filter-Destinations) ### Flights > [Flights from Winnipeg (YWG) to Larnaca (LCA)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/ywg/lca/winnipeg-to-larnaca) > > [Flights from Jamaica (JFK) to Seawell (BGI)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/jfk/bgi/new-york-to-bridgetown) > > [Flights from Toronto, ON (YYZ-Pearson Intl.) to New York, NY (NYC-All Airports)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/nyc/toronto-to-new-york) > > [Flights from Piarco (POS) to Crown Point (TAB)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/pos/tab/port-of-spain-to-tobago) > > [Flights from logan intl airport](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/airports/bos/flights-from-logan-intl-airport) > > [Flights from Winnipeg (YWG) to Dallas (DFW)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/ywg/dfw/winnipeg-to-dallas) > > [Flights from Edmonton International Airport (YEG) to Dubai (DXB)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yeg/dxb/edmonton-to-dubai) ### Cars ### Packages > [Peak 2 Peak Gondola Blackcomb Ski Lift](https://www.expedia.ca/Peak-2-Peak-Gondola-Blackcomb-Ski-Lift-Whistler.d6155750.Vacation-Attraction) > > [Pipers Lagoon Park](https://www.expedia.ca/Pipers-Lagoon-Park-Nanaimo.d6291531.Vacation-Attraction) ### Vacation Rentals ### General