Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments

3.0 star property
3-star hotel near Kaikoura Beach

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Deluxe Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Ocean View | Beach/ocean view
Deluxe Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Ocean View | Living area | 32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels, TV
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
2 Bedroom 1st floor with ocean views | Private kitchen | Coffee/tea maker, electric kettle, toaster, highchair
Aerial view

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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126 Esplanade, Kaikoura, Canterbury, 7300
  • Kaikoura Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Peninsula Walkway
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Point Kean Seal Colony
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

2 Bedroom 1st floor with ocean views

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Deluxe Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Ocean View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 323 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

2 Bedroom Ground Floor with Partial view

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

2 Bedroom ground floor with patio

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(18 reviews)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Economy Room, 1 Bedroom

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Kaikōura

Seaside stay .You'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Kaikoura Beach and 2 miles (3 km) of Kaikoura Museum with a stay here. Kaikoura District Museum and Fyffe House are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Kaikoura Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Kaikoura District Museum - 19 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Fyffe House - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Peninsula Walkway - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Point Kean Seal Colony - 7 min drive - 2.3 miles

Getting around

  • Blenheim (BHE-Woodbourne) - 111 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Strawberry Tree - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Why Not Cafe - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Coopers Catch - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Cods n Cray - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Kaikoura Indian Restaurant - ‬18 min walk

About this property

Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments

3-star hotel near Kaikoura Beach
Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments offers its guests tour/ticket assistance. Public spaces have free WiFi. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Kaikōura hotel.

  • 18 guestrooms or units
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Smoking in designated areas
Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments offers 18 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels.

Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries. This Kaikōura hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • High chair

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking available

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar in shower (36 inches high)
  • Handrails in stairways (33 inches high)
  • Low-height electrical outlets in bathroom
  • Portable shower seat
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laundry detergent
  • Washing machine

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1.5 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 8:30 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.5 percent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property is professionally cleaned
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation. The property is professionally cleaned.

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

Property is also known as

Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments Hotel
Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments Kaikoura
Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments Hotel Kaikoura

Frequently asked questions

How close is Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments to the airport?

Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments is 85.7 mi (111-min drive) away from the Blenheim (BHE-Woodbourne) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments?

As of Sep 8, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments on Sep 17, 2025 start from $116.49, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments.

How close is Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments to the beach?

This hotel is a short 8-minute walk from Kaikoura Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments offer free breakfast?

Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments have a pool?

Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments does not have a pool.

Does Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments to downtown Kaikōura?

Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments is 0.7 mi away from Kaikōura.