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The Anchor Inn Beachfront Motel

Kaikoura

Beachfront location! A modern and stylish motel with spacious rooms superbly located on Kaikoura's beachfront road "The Esplanade", with the majority of rooms enjoying magnificent views of the...

R
Richard
From
Germany
This was the best motel we ever had on our trip in NZ. The very nice owner couple are doing their best to fulfill wishes of their guests.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 277 reviews
Price from
US$155.03
1 night, 2 adults

Te Mahuru Retreat

Kaikoura

Situated in Kaikoura, Te Mahuru Retreat has a shared lounge. Each accommodation at the 4-star bed and breakfast has garden views, and guests can enjoy access to a hot tub.

T
Teo
From
Singapore
Very clean, cosy and comfortable with beautiful views. Fully equipped kitchen. Owner very friendly and extremely helpful. We really enjoyed our stay. Highly recommended. One of the best places we stayed at during our 2.5 week road trip. Shirley Teo & friends from Singapore
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 816 reviews
Price from
US$125.63
1 night, 2 adults

Waves Kaikoura Luxury Waterfront Apartment 1

Kaikoura

Located in Kaikoura, within 200 metres of Kaikoura Beach, Waves Kaikoura Luxury Waterfront Apartment 1 offers accommodation with air conditioning.

c
carol
From
New Zealand
Clean, comfortable with amazing views. Easy access, good communication with owner Angela. Will definately book again.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews
Price from
US$217.99
1 night, 2 adults

Kaikoura Mountain Views Villa

Kaikoura

Set in Kaikoura in the Canterbury region, Kaikoura Mountain Views Villa features a patio and sea views. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi.

G
GracieBrad
From
Australia
This place was absolutely perfect. Nice quiet area and not to far from town. The house is spacious and clean. Had a lovely BBQ dinner looking out at the amazing mountain views. Hosts are very welcoming. A lovely start to our honeymoon. Thank you!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 10 reviews
Price from
US$372.87
1 night, 2 adults

Classic Charm Sea & Mountain Views

Kaikoura

Situated in Kaikoura, less than 1 km from Kaikoura Beach, Classic Charm Sea & Mountain Views features air-conditioned accommodation with a patio and free WiFi.

V
Vivien
From
New Zealand
Everything. This place was amazing. Well equipped, warm, fantastic views and something real special for the kids
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 65 reviews
Price from
US$166.76
1 night, 2 adults

Executive Home

Kaikoura

Situated in Kaikoura in the Canterbury region, Executive Home features a garden. This property offers access to a patio and free private parking.

A
Amanda
From
United Kingdom
That it was very clean, spacious and had amazingly comfortable beds. Also table tennis was an unexpected bonus - we would have stayed longer if had known that was available!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 66 reviews
Price from
US$251.83
1 night, 2 adults

Seas The Day In Kaikoura - Book Now!

Kaikoura

Located in Kaikoura and only 1.9 km from Kaikoura Beach, Seas The Day In Kaikoura - Book Now! provides accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking.

C
Cinda
From
New Zealand
Amazing spot, nice big house, comfy beds, super easy and straightforward stay. Sunrise with a coffee on the deck was beautiful bonus
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 61 reviews
Price from
US$166.76
1 night, 2 adults

Glencree Luxury Chalets

Kaikoura

Located in Kaikoura, Glencree Luxury Chalets provides accommodation with a hot tub and a spa centre. The property features sea and mountain views.

B
Brooke
From
Australia
Location and view was beautiful. Very comfortable and had everything we needed.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 80 reviews
Price from
US$200.78
1 night, 2 adults

Kaikoura, Cubby House Stay

Kaikoura

Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a patio, Kaikoura, Cubby House Stay is located in Kaikoura.

A
Ankit
From
India
We fell in love with Cubby House the moment we turned onto the driveway lined with trees which opened into paddocks for different farm animals. There is so much character to the house and the whole place, its just amazing. And Leanne & Richard have put in so much thought into each and everything, making it so comfortable for the people staying with them. It has farm view, sea view, mountain view on the outside. It has fireplace, toy area, lounge area, lazy sofa, fully stocked kitchen and fridge, balcony for the view, extremely comfortable beds, smart TV, binoculars, music system, lots of throws and rugs for the cold nights and many more things to make your stay comfortable on the inside. And what is exceptional and hard to come across even when booking through sites like airbnb is a host like Leanne and the time she gives to her guests, right from a detailed email which helps in multiple ways from shopping to sightseeing, to almost like a experiential farm tour where she takes you and introduces you to all the animals and birds, including feeding them and telling us small anecdotes about them. Its simply amazing. Our daughter loved the place and all the time spent with the farm animals. We have such lovely shories to take back of Trevor (the farm police Turkey), Lola (the deer) and more. And imagine we started 2025 like this. It was just the perfect start of the year :) P.S. - leanne provides so much kitchen stuff that its hard to go hungry and not to mention about the breakfast items like farm fresh eggs, mushrooms, bread, yoghurt, etc to help you fix yourself nice breakfast.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.9
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 80 reviews
Price from
US$258.14
1 night, 2 adults

Kanuka Terrace - Luxury Strawbale House

Kaikoura

Situated in Kaikoura in the Canterbury region, Kanuka Terrace - Luxury Strawbale House has a patio and garden views. Boasting bicycle parking, this property also provides guests with a picnic area.

S
Stella
From
United Kingdom
Spectacular views and so peaceful. The house is beautiful. We had a wonderful stay.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 45 reviews
Price from
US$371.15
1 night, 2 adults
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Looking for a family hotel?

As families grow in size, so too do the needs of a family holiday. That’s why family hotels are set up to cater for all ages, from toddlers and kids to teens and adults. Typically, you can expect restaurants with kids’ menus, games rooms, fitness centres and a pool area where children can play and parents can relax.

Most booked family hotels in Kaikoura and surroundings in the past month

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Save money on family in Kaikoura and nearby – budget options available

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 874 reviews

    Located just 5 minutes’ walk from Whale Watch Kaikoura, this holiday park features a heated swimming pool, hot tub and covered BBQ area. Wireless internet access is available throughout the park.

    From US$96.09 per night
  • The Lazy Shag Lodge

    Kaikoura
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,218 reviews

    The Lazy Shag Lodge in Kaikoura has a garden and a terrace. The hostel features a shared lounge. All rooms at The Lodge have private toilet and shower.

    From US$68.84 per night
  • Kaikoura Motor Inn

    Kaikoura
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 254 reviews

    Located in Kaikoura, Kaikoura Motor Inn offers affordable accommodation with free unlimited WiFi, mountain views and a well-equipped kitchen. Kaikoura Station is 2 km away.

    From US$89.49 per night
  • Donegal House

    Kaikoura
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 824 reviews

    Donegal House has a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and restaurant in Kaikoura. There is a children's playground and guests can make use of free WiFi and free private parking.

    From US$83.18 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 16 reviews

    Offering barbecue facilities, Villa Family Friendly Classic Charm features accommodation in Kaikoura. It is set 1.2 km from Kaikoura Beach and offers private check-in and check-out.

    From US$319.32 per night
  • BayviewonWhitby

    Kaikoura
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 24 reviews

    Set in Kaikoura and only 700 metres from Kaikoura Beach, BayviewonWhitby offers accommodation with sea views, free WiFi and free private parking.

    From US$183.57 per night
  • CozyCottage

    Kaikoura
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 32 reviews

    Located in Kaikoura and only less than 1 km from Kaikoura Beach, CozyCottage provides accommodation with sea views, free WiFi and free private parking.

    From US$172.09 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 65 reviews

    Situated in Kaikoura, less than 1 km from Kaikoura Beach, Classic Charm Sea & Mountain Views features air-conditioned accommodation with a patio and free WiFi.

Highly rated family hotels in Kaikoura and nearby

  • Lobster Inn Motel

    Kaikoura
    8.0+ review score
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 461 reviews

    Lobster Inn, Kaikoura Motel. This family operated motel has been the ideal location for many staying in Kaikoura and offers modern self sufficient rooms just minutes from the town centre and all the...

    From US$166.36 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 38 reviews

    Sunny Getaway Close To Beach is set in Kaikoura. The air-conditioned accommodation is 300 metres from Kaikoura Beach, and guests can benefit from private parking available on site and free WiFi.

    From US$323.61 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 779 reviews

    Just 2 km from Kaikoura town centre, Brook House B&B & Cottages offers free continental breakfast with accommodation in the main house, while Brook cottages are two separate units.

    From US$92.93 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 14 reviews

    Dylans Country Cottages features garden views, free WiFi and free private parking, located in Kaikoura.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews

    Located in Kaikoura, within 200 metres of Kaikoura Beach, Waves Kaikoura Luxury Waterfront Apartment 1 offers accommodation with air conditioning.

    From US$217.99 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews

    Set in Kaikoura in the Canterbury region, Spacious Family Friendly Parkside features a garden.

    From US$359.49 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 61 reviews

    Located in Kaikoura and only 1.9 km from Kaikoura Beach, Seas The Day In Kaikoura - Book Now! provides accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking.

    From US$391.34 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 100 reviews

    K'orca Cottage by the Sea is located in Kaikoura and offers a garden and barbecue facilities. This beachfront property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi.

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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 8 reviews

    A recently renovated holiday home located in Kaikoura, Kaikoura Blue haven in the bay features a private beach area. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 427 reviews

    The Peninsula Kaikoura is a 5-minute drive from Kaikoura Train Station. A 2-minute walk from Kaikoura Beach, this property offers free parking on site and free WiFi access.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 22 reviews

    Kaikoura Peninsula Retreat is situated in Kaikoura and offers massage services and a garden.

  • Executive Home

    Kaikoura
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 66 reviews

    Situated in Kaikoura in the Canterbury region, Executive Home features a garden. This property offers access to a patio and free private parking.

  • Te Mahuru Retreat

    Kaikoura
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 816 reviews

    Situated in Kaikoura, Te Mahuru Retreat has a shared lounge. Each accommodation at the 4-star bed and breakfast has garden views, and guests can enjoy access to a hot tub.

  • Kanuka Hill

    Kaikoura
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 47 reviews

    Set in Kaikoura in the Canterbury region, Kanuka Hill offers accommodation with access to an open-air bath. This property offers access to a patio, free private parking and free WiFi.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.9
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 80 reviews

    Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a patio, Kaikoura, Cubby House Stay is located in Kaikoura.

  • The Full Factory Experience Kaikoura is a recently renovated apartment in Kaikoura, where guests can make the most of its private beach area and spa and wellness centre.

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  • Avg. price/night: US$99.24
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,003 reviews
    Family friendly 2nd time we have stayed. The Manager is a lovely host and brings the Manaakitanga to the Motel. Unit comfortable and warm. Easy access to walk straight down to beach
    Guest review by
    Rebecca
    Family with young children
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 47 reviews
    Gorgeous location away from it all; friendly host, fun property for kids & family, homely. Interesting to see solar power in action. Must see starry nights!
    Guest review by
    Anuschka
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: US$99.24
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,003 reviews
    The property is clean and very family friendly if you travel with kids as they offer double bedroom. You feel very relax staying there and it is very close to beach.
    Guest review by
    Lisa
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: US$96.09
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 874 reviews
    fantastic place to stay for families with primary school age children. Clean, modern rooms well fitted out and great playground and pool for kids. friendly, efficient staff
    Guest review by
    Fiona
    Family with young children
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 816 reviews
    The cottage was very big and the backyard space was huge, amazing moutain views. Jane was very helpful.There was also a really cute room at the top which had enough space for a family of 4 and there were stunning views from the windows.The trampoline was the most fun my kids ever had on a trampoline. Breakfast was provided in the cottage.
    Guest review by
    Kailash
    Family with young children