Kaikōura Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Kaikōura
Where to stay in Kaikōura

South Bay
Though South Bay may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Peninsula Walkway and Fyffe House.

Kaikoura Flat
While visiting Kaikoura Flat, you might make a stop by sights like Mount Fyffe and Kaikoura Beach.

Kaikoura Peninsula
If you're spending some time in Kaikoura Peninsula, Peninsula Walkway and Point Kean Seal Colony are top sights worth seeing.

Kaikoura Quality Suites
Nice host, clean room.
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025

Sudima Kaikoura
Phenomenal room, great views and plenty of parking. If in the area, this hotel is the first choice if available.
Reviewed on 17 Oct 2025

Alpine-pacific Holiday Park
Lovely little cabin
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025

The Fairways Accommodation Kaikoura
Beautiful room
Reviewed on 4 Oct 2025

Blue Seas Motel
Beautiful view from the hotel to the sea. Lovely way to have a coffee and quiet start to day. Great stop on way through and easy for whole family.
Reviewed on 29 Sept 2025

Kaikoura Luxury Apartments
Originally booked an apartment with a lift but upon given key no lift was evident. Also told to park in one spot then told to park in another. Frustrating.
Reviewed on 18 Sept 2025
Popular places to visit

Peninsula Walkway
Go wildlife spotting as you hike on a coastal route across cliff tops and down to the shoreline. See whales, seals, sea lions and much more.
Mount Fyffe
Explore the great outdoors at Mount Fyffe and enjoy the mountain views during your trip to Kaikōura. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.
Point Kean Seal Colony
Find out about the history of Kaikōura with a stop at Point Kean Seal Colony. Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's mountain views.
Fyffe House
You can learn about the history of Kaikōura with a trip to Fyffe House. Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's mountain views.
Fyffe View Ranch Adventure Park
Enjoy an outing to Fyffe View Ranch Adventure Park during your stay in Kaikōura. Wander the seaside or discover the area's mountain views.
Kaikoura District Museum
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Kaikoura District Museum during your trip to Kaikōura. Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's mountain views.