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Explore beach hotels in Kaikōura from $83

Name: Sierra Beachfront Motel
Price range: $83 total
Rating: 8

Top Kaikōura Beach Resorts & Hotels

Blue Seas Motel

222 Esplanade Kaikoura

$114 nightly

$132 total

Jan 31 - Feb 1

Total with taxes and fees

This aparthotel features a garden, laundry facilities, and free self parking. Luggage storage and barbecue grills are also provided.

9/10 Wonderful! (78 reviews)

Great location & friendly staff

Reviewed on Jan 8, 2026

The White Morph - Heritage Collection

92-94 The Esplanade Kaikoura

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$125 nightly

$145 total

Jan 30 - Jan 31

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! (627 reviews)

Easy access and parking. Had all the amenities needed. Friendly staff.

Reviewed on Dec 25, 2025

Bay Cottages

29a South Bay Parade Kaikoura

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$113 nightly

$131 total

Feb 8 - Feb 9

Total with taxes and fees

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.

8.8/10 Excellent! (109 reviews)

Hosts lovely. Clean, fresh, bright room - those were the winners!

Reviewed on Nov 10, 2025

Kaikoura Boutique Hotel

146 Esplanade Kaikoura Canterbury

$118 nightly

$137 total

Jan 30 - Jan 31

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 ...

8.8/10 Excellent! (351 reviews)

Nice clean room. Balcony views were nice. Staff showed us the room and gave us a small Tour upon arrival. Quiet location.

Reviewed on Jan 14, 2026

Alpine View Motel

146 Beach Road Kaikoura

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$86 nightly

$98 total

Jan 22 - Jan 23

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! (544 reviews)

Travelers like: on the beach, beach bars

Travelers say...

Lovely place to stay with friendly owners.

Reviewed on Dec 27, 2025

Kaikōura TOP 10 Holiday Park

34 Beach Rd Kaikoura

$81 nightly

$93 total

Jan 26 - Jan 27

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 ...

8.6/10 Excellent! (331 reviews)

Clean facilities

Reviewed on Jan 4, 2026

Sierra Beachfront Motel

160 Esplanade Kaikoura

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$72 nightly

$83 total

Feb 9 - Feb 10

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 ...

8/10 Very Good! (265 reviews)

Our stay at Sierra was nice. Our room was clean and our hosts helpful and friendly. Would recommend.

Reviewed on Jan 3, 2026

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.

great view

Just for one night, lovely view, very quite, very clean

Reviewed on Mar 13, 2020

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Beach Villas in Kaikōura

Room With a View - The Gallery - panoramic sea and mountain views

Kaikoura Canterbury

$440 nightly

$500 total

Jan 19 - Jan 20

Total with taxes and fees

10/10 Exceptional! (3 reviews)

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Bendamere House Bed & Breakfast

37 Adelphi Terrace Kaikoura

$163 nightly

$188 total

Jan 24 - Jan 25

Total with taxes and fees

9.6/10 Exceptional! (175 reviews)

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