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21 Oct - 22 Oct
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22 Oct - 23 Oct
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23 Oct - 25 Oct
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30 Oct - 1 Nov

Top Kaikōura Hotel Reviews

Sierra Beachfront Motel

Sierra Beachfront Motel

8/10 Good
"While it is an older motel It is clean and has all the amenities you require. It is value for money to put your head down for the night with good choice of food places not far down the road to choose from if you wish to support local eatery business (the thai shop was good!) or a little further for the supermarket for the more budget conscious traveller"
Bevan 1-night trip
Posted 7 hours ago
Sierra Beachfront Motel
The Fairways Accommodation Kaikoura

The Fairways Accommodation Kaikoura

10/10 Excellent
"Good stay in a beautiful location and helpful friendly staff"
Anna 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
The Fairways Accommodation Kaikoura
Bella Vista Motel Kaikoura

Bella Vista Motel Kaikoura

10/10 Excellent
"friendly staff.. extremely clean..quiet rooms with great spacious shower.. complimentary plunger coffee and biscuit was welcome after long day driving.. view from upstairs unit overlooked snowy mountains.. easy walk into town center and bit harder uphill to justify eating treats."
jan 2-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Bella Vista Motel Kaikoura
Kaikoura Gateway Motor Lodge

Kaikoura Gateway Motor Lodge

8/10 Good
"Very friendly staff, we felt very welcomed & appreciated being able to drop our luggage off earlier than check in. They had very thoughtfully considered that my travelling companion & I may prefer to be in rooms close to each other & so booked us into rooms a stones throw from each other with one room being a free upgrade because of this. Thank you! The rooms were clean, beds comfortable with more than adequate seating, table and kitchenette facilities. There is traffic noise but situated on a main road only to be expected. Our stay was during October, the weather was wet and cold and even though we were for the most part comfortable temperature wise, we would not book to stay there during the colder months as, based on the rooms we had, do not feel the heating would be adequate plus there are no electric blankets. We feel the somewhat steep walk to the Motor Lodge should be mentioned on the sites that advertise this property; we arrived on foot, having travelled on the Coastal Pacific, & even though by chance we read mention of it when we did a Google maps search to get directions & are still mobile enough in our late 60's for it to be well manageable, we feel that for some it would be an important aspect to consider when booking. We were surprised that there was no information in our rooms in respect of things such as safety evacuation process, how to operate the tv/sky box etc. Overall, yes we can recommend it, but just bear in mind the few points mentioned."
Val 1-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
Kaikoura Gateway Motor Lodge
Alpine-pacific Holiday Park

Alpine-pacific Holiday Park

10/10 Excellent
"Stayed in cabin with bathroom. Was very good. Nice and warm and lots of heating."
TROY 1-night trip
Posted 9 days ago
Alpine-pacific Holiday Park
Alpine View Motel

Alpine View Motel

8/10 Good
"Clean spacious room. Bit out of town but ok if you have a vehicle. Friendly staff"
Barrie 1-night trip
Posted 12 days ago
Alpine View Motel
Kaikoura Motor Inn

Kaikoura Motor Inn

10/10 Excellent
"Very nice, clean, warm, shower was amazing!!!"
Paula 2-night trip
Posted 1 month ago
Kaikoura Motor Inn
The White Morph - Heritage Collection

The White Morph - Heritage Collection

8/10 Good
"Helpful staff,proximity to town,clean & warm. Only negative was disability bathroom not draining and always wet."
john 2-night trip
Posted 2 months ago
The White Morph - Heritage Collection

Frequently asked questions

What should a history buff expect from a stay in Kaikōura?
A trip to the historical sites in Kaikōura is likely first on your sightseeing itinerary. You can admire the majestic mountain landscape and popular beaches during your visit.
How many historically relevant hotels are located in Kaikōura?
In Kaikōura, you'll find 150 lodging options bookable on Expedia but not many designated as historic hotels.
What are the most important historical sites and other places in Kaikōura?
Kaikōura is notable for landmarks like Fyffe House. Cultural venues include Kaikoura Museum and Kaikoura District Museum. A couple of additional sights to add to your itinerary are Kaikoura Beach and Peninsula Walkway.
What is a historic hotel like in Kaikōura?
When you book a historic hotel, you'll spend a night or two in a building that has an official historic designation. A castle, a palace or even a pub or an old police station can be turned into a historic hotel provided that it's of special interest. Traditional architecture and period features are often found within the guestrooms or public spaces of historic hotels in Kaikōura, giving a real sense of character.
What is the difference between a historic hotel and a heritage hotel?
You'll often hear the term "heritage hotel" in Asia and Europe, while "historic hotel" is more common in the U.S. overall though the terms are similar. The architecture and actual building of historic hotels are generally the most important aspect. For a heritage hotel, mainly, it's cultural value along with how it shaped the community.
Do historic hotels in Kaikōura have modern facilities?
Hotels include modern conveniences and safety features you might expect, though efforts have been made to preserve treasured traditions and historic facades. WiFi, heating and air conditioning, updated bathroom facilities, and the usual amenities found in any hotel will be available in a historic hotel. Rest assured that when you choose a historic hotel in Kaikōura, you won't be staying at a place that's uncomfortable for guests or simply rundown.

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