Title: Waterfront | Affordable | Location | Unit 5, Waterfront | Affordable | Location - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=106423185&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire apartment # Waterfront | Affordable | Location | Unit 5, Waterfront | Affordable | Location Beachfront apartment in Kaikōura with kitchen ## Photo gallery for Waterfront | Affordable | Location | Unit 5, Waterfront | Affordable | Location ![Outdoor dining - Waterfront | Affordable | Location | Unit 5, Waterfront | Affordable | Location (Kaikoura)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106430000/106423200/106423185/615dd7af.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Waterfront | Affordable | Location | Unit 5, Waterfront | Affordable | Location (Kaikoura)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106430000/106423200/106423185/a56fc5e5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Waterfront | Affordable | Location | Unit 5, Waterfront | Affordable | Location (Kaikoura)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106430000/106423200/106423185/b85fad82.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![WiFi, bed sheets - Waterfront | Affordable | Location | Unit 5, Waterfront | Affordable | Location (Kaikoura)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106430000/106423200/106423185/96354afc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Waterfront | Affordable | Location | Unit 5, Waterfront | Affordable | Location (Kaikoura)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106430000/106423200/106423185/226174a1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Experience Kaikoura's natural beauty at Sea View Kaikoura, a budget-friendly beachfront property with ocean views and easy access to whale watching. Relax in one of our cozy rooms or explore the scenic trails nearby. ## Reviews 6.0 ### Entire apartment 2 bathroomsSleeps 2431 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Barbecue grill - Kitchen - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Waterfront | Affordable | Location | Unit 5, Waterfront | Affordable | Location Experience budget-friendly beachfront accommodation in Kaikoura. Our cosy rooms, though showing their age, are clean, functional, and perfect for relaxing after a day of exploring. Please note, rooms come with a kitchenette but no full cooking facilities. Enjoy easy access to whale watching, seafood dining, and scenic trails. Sea View Kaikoura offers a simple, comfortable base for your Kaikoura adventure. Book your stay today! Please note, this property features a motel-style layout, while offering separate, private amenities. This particular room does not have a Seaview, however the ocean is just across the road. ## Property amenities ### Beach - On the beach ### Internet - Available in the apartment: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Kitchenette - Microwave - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1.5 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden - Unit size: 431 square feet ## Similar properties ![On the beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106430000/106423200/106423179/442e2d00.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Waterfront | Affordable | Central | Unit 4, Waterfront | Affordable | Location Kaikoura - Kitchen - Outdoor space - Parking available - Barbecue grill 8.4 Very good 6 reviews CA $111 CA $174 total includes taxes & fees Dec 21 - Dec 22 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-21&endDate=2025-12-22&selected=106423179&PinnedHotelID=106423179&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106430000/106423200/106423193/a2433bc0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Waterfront | Affordable | Location | Unit 6, Waterfront | Affordable | Location Kaikoura - Kitchen - Outdoor space - Parking available - Barbecue grill 6.0 3 reviews CA $81 CA $144 total includes taxes & fees Dec 18 - Dec 19 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-18&endDate=2025-12-19&selected=106423193&PinnedHotelID=106423193&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109370000/109360300/109360252/8e324117.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cosy Caravan in Central Kaikoura only 5 mins walk to Town centre. 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### Property is also known as close-to-home-ESPLANADE-164-5 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-42.41200%2C173.68822&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=-C8edSJngDzH8Eu0Y9npvqSYWcw=) Kaikoura #### What's nearby - Kaikoura Beach \- 1 min walk \- 0.1 km - Kaikoura District Museum \- 2 min drive \- 1.8 km - Kaikoura Museum \- 2 min drive \- 1.8 km - Fyffe House \- 3 min drive \- 2.5 km - Peninsula Walkway \- 3 min drive \- 2.5 km #### Restaurants - ‪The Whaler - ‬17 min walk - ‪Cods n Cray - ‬4 min drive - ‪Why Not Cafe - ‬16 min walk - ‪King Tide Eatery - ‬13 min walk - ‪Cafe Encounter - ‬5 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Waterfront | Affordable | Location | Unit 5, Waterfront | Affordable | Location pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Waterfront | Affordable | Location | Unit 5, Waterfront | Affordable | Location? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Waterfront | Affordable | Location | Unit 5, Waterfront | Affordable | Location? ### What time is check-out at Waterfront | Affordable | Location | Unit 5, Waterfront | Affordable | Location? ### Where is Waterfront | Affordable | Location | Unit 5, Waterfront | Affordable | Location located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Waterfront | Affordable | Location | Unit 5, Waterfront | Affordable | Location Reviews ## Reviews 6.0 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) 10 - Excellent 0 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 6.0/10 Cleanliness ## Reviews ### 6/10 Okay #### Susannah S. Oct 1, 2024 Liked: Check-in, location #### Would not stay here again Place smelled bad when I came in Tv didn’t work Very minimal kitchen equipment No shower curtain One mirror in whole place was so high I could only see the top of my head Advertised as waterfront but looked out into a parking lot Really awful lighting Big sign in kitchen saying all dishes to be done and rubbish removed but still charged a $65 cleaning fee Pros Was very close to waterfront once I got outside Bed was surprisingly comfortable Bed was ##### Susannah S. 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