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Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments

Property class: 3

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A balcony with a glass railing overlooking the sea, two pine trees, and a white table with chairs.
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a microwave, and a stove. There is a dining area with a table and chairs, and a view of trees through large windows.
An aerial view of a coastal town with a beach, residential buildings, and a mountainous backdrop.
A modern kitchen with a large island, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a view of the sea through large windows.
A spacious living room with a large window, a sofa, a wooden table, and a television mounted on the wall.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
The current price is $97
$84 nightly
$97 total
Total with taxes and fees
Sep 14 - Sep 15

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126 Esplanade, Kaikoura, Canterbury, 7300
  • Place, Kaikoura Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Kaikoura Museum
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Kaikoura District Museum
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for 2 Bedroom ground floor with patio

A modern living room with a dining area, a sofa, a TV mounted on the wall, and a sliding glass door leading to a balcony.

2 Bedroom ground floor with patio

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(20 reviews)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Economy Room, 1 Bedroom

A kitchen with a built-in stove, a sink, and wooden cabinets.

Economy Room, 1 Bedroom

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(12 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Ocean View

A hotel room with two beds, a small bedside table with a lamp, and a large window offering a view of the city.

Deluxe Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Ocean View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Ocean view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for 2 Bedroom Ground Floor with Partial view

A modern kitchen with a large island, a dining area with a wooden table, and a sliding glass door leading to a balcony with a view of trees and a building.

2 Bedroom Ground Floor with Partial view

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for 2 Bedroom 1st floor with ocean views

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a microwave, and a stove. There is a dining area with a table and chairs, and a view of trees through large windows.

2 Bedroom 1st floor with ocean views

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(23 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Kaikōura

When you stay at Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments in Kaikōura, you'll be on the waterfront, within a 5-minute drive of Kaikoura Beach and Kaikoura Museum. .This hotel is 1 mi (1.6 km) from Kaikoura District Museum and 1.2 mi (2 km) from Fyffe House.

What's nearby

  • Kaikoura Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Kaikoura Museum - 19 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Kaikoura District Museum - 5 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Fyffe House - 8 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Peninsula Walkway - 11 min drive - 2.5 miles

Getting around

  • Blenheim (BHE-Woodbourne) - 111 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Coopers Catch - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪King Tide Eatery - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The Whaler - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Groper Garage - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Zephyr - ‬14 min walk

About this property

Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments

Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments offers 18 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. 32-inch Smart televisions come with premium digital channels and Netflix.

Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries. This Kaikōura hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Make yourself at home in one of the 18 air-conditioned rooms featuring Smart televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include coffee/tea makers and free tea bags/instant coffee, and you can also request cribs/infant beds (surcharge).
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as bicycles to rent, or other amenities including complimentary wireless internet access and tour/ticket assistance.
Free self parking is available onsite.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Scooter/moped rentals

Family friendly

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • High chair

Guest services

  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • On the waterfront
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1"on-site accessible parking spaces 1", on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Handrails in stairways (33 inches high)
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Crib (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch smart TV with premium digital channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laundry detergent
  • Washing machine

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: NZD 40

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1.5 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open Monday - Sunday (8:30 AM - 10:30 AM) and Monday - Sunday (2:00 PM - 6:00 PM)
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are available for NZD 40 per stay

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Late check-out fee: NZD 40 (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 40 per stay
  • High chair fee: NZD 40 per stay
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.5 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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is professionally cleaned

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property class

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services.

Property is also known as

Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments Hotel
Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments Kaikoura
Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments Hotel Kaikoura

Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 483 out of 642 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 124 out of 642 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 21 out of 642 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 642 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 642 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location on the beach, quiet and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Debbie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful and right across from the beach. Great location and spacious rooms
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Carlos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to all the great views and shops.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely amazing! Breathtaking views! Spacious and clean. We would stay here again in a heartbeat.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location to stay in the heart of kaikoura, right on the waterfront. Check in was easy and checked out via Dropbox. It was a quiet location, loved the easy parking out front. Beds were super comfortable, all facilities in apartment were great for a weekend away.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, able to walk everywhere
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location, views of the bay and mountains, easy walk into the centre of Kaikoura. The laundry access was much appreciated.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Claudia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location: spacious and nice setup
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Russel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room had a great layout. It also was warm and cozy. Great location with easy off street parking. We look forward to our next stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location, tidy and clean. Friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Phillip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved staying here Beautiful location
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Fiona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location was great with only 10 minute walk to shops and eateries. Parking provided free on site. Great views from level 1 room. Washing machine in the room was extremely handy. Robyn the manager was very genuine and helpful. Great place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liyan

Everytings in the room is so good
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Meghan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Fabiola

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, clean room and great location
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ingo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super location, parking easy on property, perfect view from apartments first floor
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jaap

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Modern property on the beach. Easy to walikninto town
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kelsey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great apartment with off street parking, close to the town centre and playgrounds for the kids. Friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very comfortable and well equipped
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Beverley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great rooms & super friendly staff
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Susanne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy check in process. Fantastic room, with great facilities and a fantastic view. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liang

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very nice apartment
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Warren

Clean, spacious room with modern facilities. Helpful and friendly staff. 10min stroll to shops and restaurants. 8-10 mins drive from supermarket.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay. Excellent staff.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025