Best Bed and Breakfast Kaikoura
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Best-rated
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Beach access
The Hamptons
- In-room breakfast
- Free parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Golf centre
- Terrace
The comfortable The Hamptons Bed & Breakfast Kaikoura offers quick access to Mayfair Theatre, located a mere 5 minutes' walk away. The 4-star hotel also provides guests with luggage storage.
Encounter Kaikoura is situated around 5 minutes' walk from the Hamptons Bed & Breakfast.
The Hamptons
- In-room breakfast
- Free parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Golf centre
- Terrace
The Hamptons
The comfortable The Hamptons Bed & Breakfast Kaikoura offers quick access to Mayfair Theatre, located a mere 5 minutes' walk away. The 4-star hotel also provides guests with luggage storage.
Encounter Kaikoura is situated around 5 minutes' walk from the Hamptons Bed & Breakfast.
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Guest favorite
Te Mahuru Retreat
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Flat-screen TV
- Golf centre
- Sun terrace
Located in a museum neighbourhood approximately 6 km from Ohau Point Seal Colony, the comfortable Te Mahuru Retreat Kaikoura hotel boasts 2 hot tubs. This 4-star bed & breakfast provides a hot tub, a sauna, and two hot tubs as well as Wi-Fi in public areas.
Located just moments from the Te Mahuru, the restaurant Donegal House offers an Irish menu.
Te Mahuru Retreat
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Flat-screen TV
- Golf centre
- Sun terrace
Te Mahuru Retreat
Located in a museum neighbourhood approximately 6 km from Ohau Point Seal Colony, the comfortable Te Mahuru Retreat Kaikoura hotel boasts 2 hot tubs. This 4-star bed & breakfast provides a hot tub, a sauna, and two hot tubs as well as Wi-Fi in public areas.
Located just moments from the Te Mahuru, the restaurant Donegal House offers an Irish menu.
Dover Terrace
- In-room breakfast
- Free parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Sun terrace
The comfortable Dover Terrace Kaikoura hotel is situated nearly 5 minutes' walk from Kaikoura Lookout and boasts a sundeck and a picnic area.
Guests may find the seafood restaurant Green Dolphin Restaurant & Bar within a few blocks of Dover Terrace hotel.
Dover Terrace
- In-room breakfast
- Free parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Sun terrace
Dover Terrace
The comfortable Dover Terrace Kaikoura hotel is situated nearly 5 minutes' walk from Kaikoura Lookout and boasts a sundeck and a picnic area.
Guests may find the seafood restaurant Green Dolphin Restaurant & Bar within a few blocks of Dover Terrace hotel.
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Beach access
Nikau Lodge
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Free parking
- 24-hour security
- Flat-screen TV
- Spa centre
- Sun terrace
Standing a mere 8 minutes' walk from Kaikoura Museum, the high-quality Nikau Lodge Kaikoura hotel enjoys a convenient location in the very heart of Kaikoura. With views of the garden, this 4-star bed & breakfast is situated 3.2 km from Peninsula Walkway and offers a sundeck and spa therapy.
Why Not Cafe is ideal for tasting New Zealand cuisine and is situated in the vicinity of this accommodation.
Nikau Lodge
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Free parking
- 24-hour security
- Flat-screen TV
- Spa centre
- Sun terrace
Nikau Lodge
Standing a mere 8 minutes' walk from Kaikoura Museum, the high-quality Nikau Lodge Kaikoura hotel enjoys a convenient location in the very heart of Kaikoura. With views of the garden, this 4-star bed & breakfast is situated 3.2 km from Peninsula Walkway and offers a sundeck and spa therapy.
Why Not Cafe is ideal for tasting New Zealand cuisine and is situated in the vicinity of this accommodation.
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Top location
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Beach access
Bendamere House Bed & Breakfast
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
- Free parking
- Express check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Golf centre
- Sun terrace
Featuring a beachfront location about 5 minutes' walk from Kaikoura Museum, the comfortable Bendamere House Bed & Breakfast Kaikoura boasts 18 holes of golf. With views of the sea, this 4-star bed & breakfast is situated 2.1 km from Kaikoura Marine Aquarium and offers a sun deck and a picnic area.
This accommodation is a short way from The Whaler serving New Zealand dishes.
Bendamere House Bed & Breakfast
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
- Free parking
- Express check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Golf centre
- Sun terrace
Bendamere House Bed & Breakfast
Featuring a beachfront location about 5 minutes' walk from Kaikoura Museum, the comfortable Bendamere House Bed & Breakfast Kaikoura boasts 18 holes of golf. With views of the sea, this 4-star bed & breakfast is situated 2.1 km from Kaikoura Marine Aquarium and offers a sun deck and a picnic area.
This accommodation is a short way from The Whaler serving New Zealand dishes.
Brook House B&B & Cottages
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- Flat-screen TV
- Leisure/ TV room
- Jacuzzi
- Sun terrace
Brook House B&B & Cottages Kaikoura features 7 rooms and lies 5 km from South Bay Reserve Nature Preserve. Free off-street parking is available on site at this bed & breakfast.
Guests may find the seafood restaurant The Top Shop a 6-minute walk away.
Brook House B&B & Cottages
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- Flat-screen TV
- Leisure/ TV room
- Jacuzzi
- Sun terrace
Brook House B&B & Cottages
Brook House B&B & Cottages Kaikoura features 7 rooms and lies 5 km from South Bay Reserve Nature Preserve. Free off-street parking is available on site at this bed & breakfast.
Guests may find the seafood restaurant The Top Shop a 6-minute walk away.
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Beach access
Inn The Bay Bed & Breakfast
- In-room breakfast
- Free parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Flat-screen TV
- Leisure/ TV room
- Ironing facilities
Situated approximately a 25-minute stroll from Whale Watch Kaikoura, the comfortable 4-star Inn The Bay Bed & Breakfast Kaikoura can arrange whale watching to ensure a more exciting holiday. The bed & breakfast is a good starting point for exploring Kaikoura, including Dolphin Encounter, which is only 350 metres away.
Drinks are available at the outdoor bar. Cafe Encounter offers New Zealand meals and lies in close proximity to the Inn Kaikoura.
Inn The Bay Bed & Breakfast
- In-room breakfast
- Free parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Flat-screen TV
- Leisure/ TV room
- Ironing facilities
Inn The Bay Bed & Breakfast
Situated approximately a 25-minute stroll from Whale Watch Kaikoura, the comfortable 4-star Inn The Bay Bed & Breakfast Kaikoura can arrange whale watching to ensure a more exciting holiday. The bed & breakfast is a good starting point for exploring Kaikoura, including Dolphin Encounter, which is only 350 metres away.
Drinks are available at the outdoor bar. Cafe Encounter offers New Zealand meals and lies in close proximity to the Inn Kaikoura.
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Beach access
Hapuku Carriages Kaikoura
- Free parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Flat-screen TV
- Laundry
- Golf centre
- Sun terrace
The 4-star beachfront Hapuku Carriages Kaikoura Bed & Breakfast is situated just 1.1 km from Star Roast and features a hot tub, a sunbathing terrace, and a golf course.
Hapuku Carriages Kaikoura
- Free parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Flat-screen TV
- Laundry
- Golf centre
- Sun terrace
Hapuku Carriages Kaikoura
The 4-star beachfront Hapuku Carriages Kaikoura Bed & Breakfast is situated just 1.1 km from Star Roast and features a hot tub, a sunbathing terrace, and a golf course.
The Point B&B
- Free parking
- Flat-screen TV
- Ironing facilities
- Terrace
- Garden area
The elegant 4-star The Point B&B Kaikoura provides proximity to Peninsula Walkway, which is located just 200 metres away. This Kaikoura bed & breakfast offers Wi-Fi in public areas and a private parking lot on site.
While staying at The Point B&B, guests can choose from dining options nearby, such as Kaikoura Seafood BBQ, located only 250 metres away, or Green Dolphin Restaurant & Bar at a 17-minute walking distance.
The Point B&B
- Free parking
- Flat-screen TV
- Ironing facilities
- Terrace
- Garden area
The Point B&B
The elegant 4-star The Point B&B Kaikoura provides proximity to Peninsula Walkway, which is located just 200 metres away. This Kaikoura bed & breakfast offers Wi-Fi in public areas and a private parking lot on site.
While staying at The Point B&B, guests can choose from dining options nearby, such as Kaikoura Seafood BBQ, located only 250 metres away, or Green Dolphin Restaurant & Bar at a 17-minute walking distance.
Kakatu Retreat Bed & Breakfast
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- Security
- Flat-screen TV
- Golf centre
- Sun terrace
Located approximately a 10-minute ride from Seal Swim Kaikoura, the comfortable Kakatu Retreat Bed & Breakfast Kaikoura offers Wi-Fi in public areas and a private parking lot.
Kakatu Retreat Bed & Breakfast
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- Security
- Flat-screen TV
- Golf centre
- Sun terrace
Kakatu Retreat Bed & Breakfast
Located approximately a 10-minute ride from Seal Swim Kaikoura, the comfortable Kakatu Retreat Bed & Breakfast Kaikoura offers Wi-Fi in public areas and a private parking lot.
Kakatu Retreat
- On-site car park
- Flat-screen TV
The comfortable Kakatu Retreat Bed & Breakfast Kaikoura is located about 10 minutes by car from Wings Over Whales Kaikoura and features a sunbathing terrace, a game area, and a golf course. This 4-star bed & breakfast includes 5 rooms.
Kakatu Retreat
- On-site car park
- Flat-screen TV
Kakatu Retreat
The comfortable Kakatu Retreat Bed & Breakfast Kaikoura is located about 10 minutes by car from Wings Over Whales Kaikoura and features a sunbathing terrace, a game area, and a golf course. This 4-star bed & breakfast includes 5 rooms.
Birdsong Alley Bed And Breakfast
- Free parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Ironing facilities
- Live entertainment
- Garden area
Located approximately a 25-minute walk from the Catholic church "St Roch's Parish", the comfortable Birdsong Alley Bed And Breakfast Hanmer Springs includes 2 rooms with views of the mountain. This 4-star hotel also offers guests Wi-Fi in the rooms.
Birdsong Alley Bed And Breakfast
- Free parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Ironing facilities
- Live entertainment
- Garden area
Birdsong Alley Bed And Breakfast
Located approximately a 25-minute walk from the Catholic church "St Roch's Parish", the comfortable Birdsong Alley Bed And Breakfast Hanmer Springs includes 2 rooms with views of the mountain. This 4-star hotel also offers guests Wi-Fi in the rooms.
Tree House Lodge Bed & Breakfast
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Fitness centre
- Sun terrace
Located 4.2 km from Findlay's Lookout Track, the comfortable Tree House Lodge Bed & Breakfast Cheviot offers cosy rooms approximately a 25-minute walk from Tweedies Gully Track. Boasting a fitness suite and a private garden, this 4-star hotel is merely 1.9 km from Manuka Bay Track.
Breakfast is served from 08:00 to 10:00 daily.
Tree House Lodge Bed & Breakfast
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Fitness centre
- Sun terrace
Tree House Lodge Bed & Breakfast
Located 4.2 km from Findlay's Lookout Track, the comfortable Tree House Lodge Bed & Breakfast Cheviot offers cosy rooms approximately a 25-minute walk from Tweedies Gully Track. Boasting a fitness suite and a private garden, this 4-star hotel is merely 1.9 km from Manuka Bay Track.
Breakfast is served from 08:00 to 10:00 daily.
Fontainebleau Luxury B&B
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Free parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Fitness centre
- Sun terrace
The comfortable 4-star Fontainebleau Luxury B&B Hanmer Springs, just 1.3 km from Queen Mary Hospital and Hanmer Springs Thermal Reserve Historic Area features a sunbathing terrace, a shared lounge, and a golf course. Along with the use of a fitness area on site, sports fans are invited to discover the miniature A-Maze-N-Golf, which is approximately a 25-minute walk away.
Nearby restaurants, including Springs Pizza is 16 minutes' stroll from the Fontainebleau Luxury B&B.
Fontainebleau Luxury B&B
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Free parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Fitness centre
- Sun terrace
Fontainebleau Luxury B&B
The comfortable 4-star Fontainebleau Luxury B&B Hanmer Springs, just 1.3 km from Queen Mary Hospital and Hanmer Springs Thermal Reserve Historic Area features a sunbathing terrace, a shared lounge, and a golf course. Along with the use of a fitness area on site, sports fans are invited to discover the miniature A-Maze-N-Golf, which is approximately a 25-minute walk away.
Nearby restaurants, including Springs Pizza is 16 minutes' stroll from the Fontainebleau Luxury B&B.
Vibrant Living Retreat
- In-room breakfast
- Free parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Fitness centre
- Sun terrace
The comfortable Vibrant Living Retreat Bed & Breakfast Hanmer Springs stands a mere 1.6 km from the miniature A-Maze-N-Golf and features tour/ticket assistance. Staying in one of the 3 rooms, guests will enjoy a treatment room and a Jacuzzi as well as views mountain.
Vibrant Living Retreat
- In-room breakfast
- Free parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Fitness centre
- Sun terrace
Vibrant Living Retreat
The comfortable Vibrant Living Retreat Bed & Breakfast Hanmer Springs stands a mere 1.6 km from the miniature A-Maze-N-Golf and features tour/ticket assistance. Staying in one of the 3 rooms, guests will enjoy a treatment room and a Jacuzzi as well as views mountain.
Are you in a hurry?
Here is a quick list of Bed and Breakfast in Kaikoura, selected based on their rating
| Name of hotel | Accommodation Rating | Price, $ | |
| The Hamptons |
9.8 / 10 (256 Reviews) |
From 131$ | |
| Te Mahuru Retreat |
9.4 / 10 (785 Reviews) |
From 78$ | |
| Dover Terrace |
9.8 / 10 (61 Reviews) |
From 113$ | |
| Nikau Lodge |
9.6 / 10 (149 Reviews) |
From 228$ | |
| Bendamere House Bed & Breakfast |
9.6 / 10 (98 Reviews) |
From 173$ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which bed and breakfasts near Kaikoura Beach are ideal for a relaxing stay?
Inn The Bay Bed & Breakfast is located right by Kaikoura Beach, offering beachfront access and scenic ocean views. Brook House B&B & Cottages also provides a peaceful atmosphere just a short drive from the beach.
Visit Kaikoura Beach in the early morning to enjoy stunning sunrises and avoid crowds later in the day.
Which adult-only bed and breakfasts are suitable for a romantic getaway?
Bendamere House Bed & Breakfast offers private suites and beautiful gardens, perfect for couples. The Point B&B provides a tranquil, adults-only atmosphere with scenic ocean views.
Book your stay at Bendamere House during off-peak seasons for lower rates and more intimate experiences.
What family-friendly bed and breakfasts in Kaikoura offer ample space for kids?
Brook House B&B & Cottages has self-catering cottages and a large outdoor area for children to play. Kakatu Retreat provides flexible accommodations and family rooms close to local attractions.
Choose accommodations at Brook House B&B with kitchen facilities to prepare quick meals for your family.
Which Kaikoura bed and breakfasts have beautiful mountain views?
Te Mahuru Retreat and the Hamptons both feature rooms with stunning views of the Kaikoura mountain ranges, making for a breathtaking backdrop.
Request a room with a mountain view at Te Mahuru Retreat for the chance to enjoy starry skies at night.
What are the best bed and breakfasts near local attractions for outdoor activities?
Centrally located, Inn The Bay Bed & Breakfast is close to whale watching tours and the Kaikoura Peninsula Walkway. The Point B&B is near the Kaikoura Seal Colony, perfect for wildlife encounters.
Plan whale watching tours in advance, especially during peak season, to secure your preferred times.
Which bed and breakfasts in Kaikoura have unique experiences like stargazing?
Te Mahuru Retreat offers unique stargazing events in collaboration with the Kaikoura Dark Sky Trust, making it ideal for astronomy enthusiasts. Bendamere House also provides tranquil outdoor spaces for evening stargazing.
Check local stargazing event times at Te Mahuru Retreat and bring a telescope if you have one for a memorable night.
Which bed and breakfasts offer breakfast included in Kaikoura?
The Hamptons and Bendamere House Bed & Breakfast both include complimentary breakfasts featuring fresh, local ingredients for their guests.
Ask about special dietary options when booking to ensure a meal that meets your needs at The Hamptons.
What unique local events should I plan to attend during my visit to Kaikoura?
During your visit, consider attending the Kaikoura Ocean Racing team event held in February for thrilling races and a fun atmosphere. The Kaikoura Seafest in October showcases local seafood and community culture.
Book accommodations early for both events to secure the best locations near key activities.
How can I efficiently get around Kaikoura without a car?
Kaikoura is easy to navigate on foot, especially near downtown where most attractions are located. Biking is also popular, with rental options available at various shops.
Rent a bike at a local shop early in the day to explore the scenic coastline without the crowds.
When is the best time to visit Kaikoura for whale watching?
Whale watching is best from June to August, when sperm whales are commonly sighted. Visit during these months to increase your chances of seeing marine wildlife.
Reserve your whale watching tour at least a few weeks in advance during peak season to avoid disappointment.
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