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Blue Seas Motel

Blue Seas Motel

222 Esplanade Kaikoura
This aparthotel features a garden, laundry facilities, and free self parking. Luggage storage and barbecue grills are also provided.
9/10 Wonderful! (89 reviews)
Clean and very nice

Reviewed on Feb 27, 2026

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The White Morph - Heritage Collection

The White Morph - Heritage Collection

92-94 The Esplanade Kaikoura
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$129 nightly
The price is $149 total per night from Mar 12 to Mar 13
$149 total
Mar 12 - Mar 13
Total with taxes and fees
This motel doesn't skimp on freebies - guests receive free WiFi and free self parking. A business center, a garden, and a picnic area are also on offer.
9/10 Wonderful! (637 reviews)
Despite initial issues with a slightly delayed checkin our overall experience was fantastic. The complimentary bubbles and chocolates were greatly appreciated. We paid for a more expensive spa room on the front - spacious room with great views of the sea and mountains

Reviewed on Mar 1, 2026

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Bay Cottages

Bay Cottages

29a South Bay Parade Kaikoura
This cottage doesn't skimp on freebies - guests receive free WiFi and free self parking. A terrace, a garden, and a picnic area are also on offer.
9/10 Wonderful! (110 reviews)
Super great little place with courteous hosts !

Reviewed on Jan 24, 2026

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Kaikoura Boutique Hotel

Kaikoura Boutique Hotel

146 Esplanade Kaikoura Canterbury
$121 nightly
The price is $140 total per night from Apr 3 to Apr 4
$140 total
Apr 3 - Apr 4
Total with taxes and fees
An area shuttle and free self parking are available at this hotel, along with a bar/lounge. WiFi in public areas is free. A terrace, a garden, and a library ...
9/10 Wonderful! (360 reviews)
Owners were great and stay was perfect

Reviewed on Feb 21, 2026

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Kaikōura TOP 10 Holiday Park

Kaikōura TOP 10 Holiday Park

34 Beach Rd Kaikoura
$101 nightly
The price is $116 total per night from Mar 9 to Mar 10
$116 total
Mar 9 - Mar 10
Total with taxes and fees
This holiday park features a seasonal outdoor pool and a hot tub. Families will appreciate the playground and onsite laundry facilities. Guests will appreciate ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (341 reviews)
Loved the cabin, wonderfully clean, the other amenities at Top 10 were great too. Perfect for our needs.

Reviewed on Feb 28, 2026

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Alpine View Motel
Great for beach vacations

Alpine View Motel

146 Beach Road Kaikoura
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$80 nightly
The price is $92 total per night from Apr 1 to Apr 2
$92 total
Apr 1 - Apr 2
Total with taxes and fees
This motel features 12 beach bars and a 24-hour gym. Guests will appreciate free perks like free self parking and WiFi in public areas. A garden, a library, ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (555 reviews)

Travelers like: on the beach, beach bars

Travelers say...
Clean, direct access to the beach, friendly staff

Reviewed on Feb 27, 2026

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Seaview Motel

Seaview Motel

164 Esplanade Kaikoura
This motel doesn't skimp on freebies - guests receive free WiFi and free self parking. A garden, luggage storage, and barbecue grills are also on offer.
8.2/10 Very Good! (183 reviews)
great view
Just for one night, lovely view, very quite, very clean

Reviewed on Mar 13, 2020

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Sierra Beachfront Motel

Sierra Beachfront Motel

160 Esplanade Kaikoura
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$63 nightly
The price is $73 total per night from Mar 18 to Mar 19
$73 total
Mar 18 - Mar 19
Total with taxes and fees
This hotel doesn't skimp on freebies - guests receive free WiFi and free self parking. A picnic area, laundry facilities, and barbecue grills are also on ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (270 reviews)
Friendly welcome. Clean, good-sized room.

Reviewed on Feb 24, 2026

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