Title: Book The Best Hotels in Waipapa Bay for 2026 from CA $101 - Fully Refundable Options - Expedia.ca

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## Go beyond your typical stay in Waipapa Bay

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Pool

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## Our top choices for Waipapa Bay hotels

![Family Apartment | Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2600000/2593000/2592949/9f3c0bf8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Studio (Double) - Prepaid](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2600000/2593000/2592949/8c094795.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Apartment, 2 Bedrooms](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2600000/2593000/2592949/cff0b1fc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2600000/2593000/2592949/653e814b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Willowbank Motel

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Kaikoura-Hotels-Willowbank-Motel.h2592949.Hotel-Information)

Kaikoura

7.8/10

Good

(140 reviews)

"Was a great stay tidy warm close to supermarket enjoyed it "

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

Charlotte

CA $155

CA $180 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 14 - Mar 15

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Kaikoura-Hotels-Willowbank-Motel.h2592949.Hotel-Information)

![Cottage | Beach/ocean view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/44500000/44496900/44496850/e0d48147.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Cottage | Garden view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/44500000/44496900/44496850/51ebad1d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Cottage | Garden view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/44500000/44496900/44496850/d4a7b59e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Cottage | Garden view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/44500000/44496900/44496850/518ff106.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Barnacle Bills

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Kaikoura-Hotels-Barnacle-Bills.h44496850.Hotel-Information)

Kaikoura

9.8/10

Exceptional

(24 reviews)

"Excellent location. Great value for money, ideal for young families."

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

Nigel

CA $157

CA $182 total

includes taxes & fees

Apr 1 - Apr 2

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Kaikoura-Hotels-Barnacle-Bills.h44496850.Hotel-Information)

![The Hartnell Room | Balcony](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4580000/4578200/4578127/1e7052d5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![The Hartnell Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4580000/4578200/4578127/8146c8f8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![The Harrington Room | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4580000/4578200/4578127/e62fff2f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Front of property - evening/night](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4580000/4578200/4578127/c2b52b53.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Bendamere House Bed & Breakfast

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Kaikoura-Hotels-Bendamere-House-Bed-Breakfast.h4578127.Hotel-Information)

Kaikoura

9.8/10

Exceptional

(179 reviews)

"Great property"

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

James

CA $204

CA $237 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 14 - Mar 15

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Kaikoura-Hotels-Bendamere-House-Bed-Breakfast.h4578127.Hotel-Information)

![Premium Two Bedroom Suite](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108260000/108257500/108257496/a6b39bae.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108260000/108257500/108257496/359bd82b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Deluxe King Studio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108260000/108257500/108257496/dad2ac44.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108260000/108257500/108257496/996a92ae.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Lobster Inn Motel

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Kaikoura-Hotels-Lobster-Inn-Motor-Lodge.h108257496.Hotel-Information)

Kaikoura

9.0/10

Wonderful

(27 reviews)

"Great location, lovely staff, clean tidy rooms"

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

Jessica

CA $136

CA $157 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 8 - Mar 9

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Kaikoura-Hotels-Lobster-Inn-Motor-Lodge.h108257496.Hotel-Information)

![On the beach, beach shuttle, 12 beach bars](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2600000/2593000/2592950/5b321d04.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![On the beach, beach shuttle, 12 beach bars](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2600000/2593000/2592950/9ac33980.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Studio Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2600000/2593000/2592950/f0e3c5b6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Standard Suite, Mountain View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2600000/2593000/2592950/65819d39.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Alpine View Motel

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Kaikoura-Hotels-Alpine-View-Motel.h2592950.Hotel-Information)

Kaikoura

8.6/10

Excellent

(553 reviews)

"Lovely place to stay with friendly owners. "

![Canada](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/ca.svg)

Amanda

CA $111

CA $127 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 8 - Mar 9

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Kaikoura-Hotels-Alpine-View-Motel.h2592950.Hotel-Information)

![Premium Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45750000/45744300/45744296/11834a8a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Luxury 2 Bedroom Ocean View | Beach/ocean view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45750000/45744300/45744296/7ced9c0c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Balcony view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45750000/45744300/45744296/36c1dd28.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Luxury 2 Bedroom Ocean View | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45750000/45744300/45744296/d9b9df72.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Kaikoura Luxury Apartments

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Kaikoura-Hotels-Waves-Luxury-Apartments.h45744296.Hotel-Information)

Kaikoura

9.6/10

Exceptional

(49 reviews)

"Beautiful space with everything you would need and more and great location "

![United Kingdom](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/uk.svg)

Cathy

CA $390

CA $448 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 2 - Mar 3

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Kaikoura-Hotels-Waves-Luxury-Apartments.h45744296.Hotel-Information)

![Colonial Wagon + Sleep Out | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9628200/9628143/001d0fb8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![House Truck / Gypsy Wagon | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9628200/9628143/78ada563.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Yurt / Mongolian Ger | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9628200/9628143/5c425c70.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Colonial Wagon + Sleep Out | Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9628200/9628143/d8264019.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Wacky Stays

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Kaikoura-Hotels-Wacky-Stays.h9628143.Hotel-Information)

Kaikoura Flat

9.0/10

Wonderful

(81 reviews)

"Great stay, quaint little cottage & the kids thoroughly enjoyed the animal feeding "

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

Adrian

CA $133

CA $178 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 3 - Mar 4

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Kaikoura-Hotels-Wacky-Stays.h9628143.Hotel-Information)

![Double Room (Room 3)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31720000/31719500/31719473/f11dc9d1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Flat-screen TV, toys](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31720000/31719500/31719473/23e27ad0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31720000/31719500/31719473/601c3621.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Courtyard view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31720000/31719500/31719473/28d0bd88.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Te Mahuru Retreat

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Kaikoura-Hotels-Te-Mahuru-Retreat.h31719473.Hotel-Information)

Kaikoura Flat

9.6/10

Exceptional

(156 reviews)

"Fantastic property and amazing hosts."

![Canada](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/ca.svg)

Colette

CA $194

CA $225 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 8 - Mar 9

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Kaikoura-Hotels-Te-Mahuru-Retreat.h31719473.Hotel-Information)

![Calla Lily | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36100000/36094000/36093944/2e9d5d87.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Pohutukawa | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36100000/36094000/36093944/25e7a382.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36100000/36094000/36093944/ba7f4c0c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Calla Lily](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36100000/36094000/36093944/c7488a17.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Lemon Tree Lodge

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Kaikoura-Hotels-Lemon-Tree-Lodge.h36093944.Hotel-Information)

Kaikoura

9.4/10

Exceptional

(49 reviews)

"Friendly staff. Beautiful sea view. Well equipped. Comfortable stay. "

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Kit Yee Karen

CA $256

CA $296 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 9 - Mar 10

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Kaikoura-Hotels-Lemon-Tree-Lodge.h36093944.Hotel-Information)

![Beach/ocean view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75770000/75769200/75769176/77691609.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75770000/75769200/75769176/w2798h2000x0y0-97fb97e5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![In-room safe, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75770000/75769200/75769176/46cd5911.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Ocean View Suite](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75770000/75769200/75769176/e9857b03.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Sudima Kaikoura

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Kaikoura-Hotels-Sudima-Kaikoura.h75769176.Hotel-Information)

Kaikoura

9.4/10

Exceptional

(510 reviews)

"Great location, spotless room. "

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

Evlampia

CA $166

CA $191 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 24 - Mar 25

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Kaikoura-Hotels-Sudima-Kaikoura.h75769176.Hotel-Information)

![Seasonal outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3870000/3864300/3864233/95785f44.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3870000/3864300/3864233/47ee5d41.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Standard Studio, 1 Queen Bed](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3870000/3864300/3864233/9ab3a5fd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3870000/3864300/3864233/9393bad9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Kaikoura Gateway Motor Lodge

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Kaikoura-Hotels-Kaikoura-Gateway-Motor-Lodge.h3864233.Hotel-Information)

Kaikoura

9.0/10

Wonderful

(580 reviews)

"Accommodation lovely and clean. Staff very helpful and friendly "

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

Kathy

CA $120

CA $141 total

includes taxes & fees

Apr 1 - Apr 2

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Kaikoura-Hotels-Kaikoura-Gateway-Motor-Lodge.h3864233.Hotel-Information)

![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/980000/977400/977400/880f1802.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Front of property - evening/night](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/980000/977400/977400/e45ecd27.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Interior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/980000/977400/977400/d63d1d3a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Premium Room, Ocean View (5 star) | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/980000/977400/977400/1942bea1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### The White Morph - Heritage Collection

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Kaikoura-Hotels-The-White-Morph-Heritage-Collection.h977400.Hotel-Information)

Kaikoura

9.0/10

Wonderful

(636 reviews)

"Location was perfect. The host at desk was incredible. "

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Todd

CA $167

CA $194 total

includes taxes & fees

Apr 1 - Apr 2

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Kaikoura-Hotels-The-White-Morph-Heritage-Collection.h977400.Hotel-Information)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3600000/3595500/3595435/56628ed5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3600000/3595500/3595435/837440c2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![View from property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3600000/3595500/3595435/e49d3fa6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3600000/3595500/3595435/eb8629a3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### The Fairways Accommodation Kaikoura

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Kaikoura-Hotels-The-Fairways-At-Ocean-Ridge.h3595435.Hotel-Information)

Kaikoura Flat

9.6/10

Exceptional

(415 reviews)

"Comfortable stay, friendly staff, clean, quiet, comfortable"

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

Blair

CA $137

CA $157 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 25 - Mar 26

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Kaikoura-Hotels-The-Fairways-At-Ocean-Ridge.h3595435.Hotel-Information)

![Seasonal outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13280000/13271200/13271116/d809e205.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13280000/13271200/13271116/56c1f66b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13280000/13271200/13271116/9efb7a14.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13280000/13271200/13271116/1b3d8889.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Dusky Lodge - Hostel

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Kaikoura-Hotels-Dusky-Lodge.h13271116.Hotel-Information)

Kaikoura

8.0/10

Very good

(225 reviews)

"Totally enjoyed my stay. Check-in went smoothly and was very quick. Bonus it’s a pet friendly hostel which makes it even better as my dog was allowed in the facility. Highly recommend! "

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

julie

CA $98

CA $112 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 3 - Mar 4

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Kaikoura-Hotels-Dusky-Lodge.h13271116.Hotel-Information)

![Garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9623800/9623726/1a5fcae5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9623800/9623726/0b3c7e41.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9623800/9623726/7c095750.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Two Bedroom Family Unit with Kitchenette | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9623800/9623726/abade2d6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### The Peninsula Kaikoura

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Kaikoura

9.2/10

Wonderful

(173 reviews)

"Room was spacious and very clean. Bed was comfortable. Great location. Would stay here again. Highly recommend. "

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Suzanne

CA $134

CA $155 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 8 - Mar 9

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![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9624000/9623937/626e69ad.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

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### Blue Seas Motel

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Kaikoura

9.0/10

Wonderful

(89 reviews)

"The location and view were great! Host was helpful and friendly! Room was clean."

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Jane

CA $153

CA $176 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 6 - Mar 7

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### Kaikoura Seaside Lodge

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Kaikoura-Hotels-Kaikoura-Seaside-Lodge.h108721647.Hotel-Information)

Kaikoura

7.4/10

Good

(12 reviews)

"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."

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Moragh

CA $87

CA $101 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 14 - Mar 15

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![Standard Cabin - No Ensuite - Sleeps 5 | Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6970000/6960200/6960131/0a996d57.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6970000/6960200/6960131/f069eead.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

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### Kaikōura TOP 10 Holiday Park

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Kaikoura

8.8/10

Excellent

(341 reviews)

"It was a great stay."

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Grady

CA $124

CA $145 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 14 - Mar 15

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Kaikoura-Hotels-Kaikoura-TOP-10-Holiday-Park.h6960131.Hotel-Information)

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![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27180000/27174800/27174765/291060c1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

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### Hapuku Lodge & Tree Houses

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Kaikoura-Hotels-Hapuku-Lodge-Tree-Houses.h27174765.Hotel-Information)

Hapuku

10/10

Exceptional

(6 reviews)

"The staff were exemplary and the food was great!"

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Jessica

CA $1,428

CA $1,649 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 9 - Mar 10

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Kaikoura-Hotels-Hapuku-Lodge-Tree-Houses.h27174765.Hotel-Information)

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### Kaikoura Boutique Hotel

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Kaikoura-Hotels-Kaikoura-Boutique-Hotel.h4880021.Hotel-Information)

Kaikoura

9.0/10

Wonderful

(360 reviews)

"Lovely, well-maintained place in a great location. We really enjoyed our stay, and the hosts were very accommodating."

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Kevin

CA $164

CA $190 total

includes taxes & fees

Apr 1 - Apr 2

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Kaikoura-Hotels-Kaikoura-Boutique-Hotel.h4880021.Hotel-Information)

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## Top Waipapa Bay Hotel Reviews

## Recent Reviews in Waipapa Bay

![Sudima Kaikoura](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75770000/75769200/75769176/1eddfa61_y.jpg)

### Sudima Kaikoura

10/10 Excellent

"Clean spacious room, great view over beach"

[](https://expedia.ca/Kaikoura-Hotels-Sudima-Kaikoura.h75769176.Hotel-Information)

![Blue Seas Motel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9624000/9623937/32bac902_y.jpg)

### Blue Seas Motel

10/10 Excellent

"Spacious, good position near sea"

[](https://expedia.ca/Kaikoura-Hotels-Blue-Seas-Motels-Kaikoura.h9623937.Hotel-Information)

![Kaikoura Quality Suites](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24210000/24204200/24204114/4c35227d_y.jpg)

### Kaikoura Quality Suites

10/10 Excellent

"Warm Welcome, good size clean room, facilities good community BBQ available to use in garden. Close to shops and sports bar, short drive or easy walk into town"

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![Sierra Beachfront Motel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9625400/9625361/78133049_y.jpg)

### Sierra Beachfront Motel

10/10 Excellent

"Friendly welcome. Clean, good-sized room."

[](https://expedia.ca/Kaikoura-Hotels-Sierra-Beachfront-Motel.h9625361.Hotel-Information)

![The White Morph - Heritage Collection](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/980000/977400/977400/d63d1d3a_y.jpg)

### The White Morph - Heritage Collection

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent location, access to the beach just across the road"

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![Kaikōura TOP 10 Holiday Park](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6970000/6960200/6960131/64846113_y.jpg)

### Kaikōura TOP 10 Holiday Park

10/10 Excellent

"Unit was very clean & tidy, had everything we needed for our stay, bed & bedding very high standard"

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![Alpine View Motel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2600000/2593000/2592950/ffcd4048_y.jpg)

### Alpine View Motel

10/10 Excellent

"Staff friendly and unit absolutely fine. Liked being able to go for a walk along the beach."

[](https://expedia.ca/Kaikoura-Hotels-Alpine-View-Motel.h2592950.Hotel-Information)

![Mondello Kaikoura](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39420000/39417500/39417489/32b9c4db_y.jpg)

### Mondello Kaikoura

10/10 Excellent

"We had a lovely bright clean suite, very quiet and private with a nice outdoor space to sit and enjoy views of the mountains. The staff were very friendly and helpful providing us with pegs to hang out our washing which we did in the free laundry. I also accidentally left something behind which they have agreed to post to me. Everything was great and we wouldn’t hesitate to stay again. Thank you! "

[](https://expedia.ca/Kaikoura-Hotels-Mondello-Kaikoura.h39417489.Hotel-Information)

![Dusky Lodge - Hostel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13280000/13271200/13271116/b18f86d8_y.jpg)

### Dusky Lodge - Hostel

10/10 Excellent

"Great communication from the staff when i requested after hours check in. It wasn't a problem and clear instructions were sent prior to our arrival."

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## More cheap stays in Waipapa Bay

![Kaikoura Seaside Lodge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108730000/108721700/108721647/67325038_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=402&ra=fit)

### Kaikoura Seaside Lodge

268 Esplanade Kaikoura Canterbury

CA $87

CA $101 total

Mar 14 - Mar 15

includes taxes & fees

7.4/10 Good! (12 reviews)

[](https://expedia.ca/Kaikoura-Hotels-Kaikoura-Seaside-Lodge.h108721647.Hotel-Information)

![Sierra Beachfront Motel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9625400/9625361/78133049_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=402&ra=fit)

### Sierra Beachfront Motel

160 Esplanade Kaikoura 

CA $89

CA $102 total

Mar 18 - Mar 19

includes taxes & fees

8.2/10 Very Good! (270 reviews)

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### Dusky Lodge - Hostel

67 Beach Road Kaikoura 

CA $98

CA $112 total

Mar 3 - Mar 4

includes taxes & fees

8/10 Very Good! (225 reviews)

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### Kaikoura Beach Motel

124 Esplanade Kaikoura Canterbury

CA $128

CA $148 total

Mar 30 - Mar 31

includes taxes & fees

8.8/10 Excellent! (425 reviews)

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### Wacky Stays

12 Kowhai Ford Road Kaikoura 

CA $133

CA $178 total

Mar 3 - Mar 4

includes taxes & fees

9/10 Wonderful! (81 reviews)

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![Willowbank Motel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2600000/2593000/2592949/8d38be08_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=402&ra=fit)

### Willowbank Motel

183 Beach Road Kaikoura 

CA $155

CA $180 total

Mar 14 - Mar 15

includes taxes & fees

7.8/10 Good! (140 reviews)

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