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Sudima Kaikoura
"This was such a nice hotel, I wish we could have stayed longer. They had included such nice amenities like shower bombs and custom pillows (I used the shower bomb but just a regular pillow, which was still very nice!) the staff was super friendly too!"
Reviewed on Oct 19, 2026

Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments
"Well appointed hotel/apartment in terms of amenities. Great location with ocean views."
Reviewed on Oct 21, 2026

Mondello Kaikoura
"Excellent apartment, very clean, quiet well equipped , strong shower pressure and an amazing view of the mountains!"
Reviewed on Oct 17, 2026

The Fairways Accommodation Kaikoura
"Good stay in a beautiful location and helpful friendly staff"
Reviewed on Oct 20, 2026

Kaikoura Quality Suites
"The value for money was excellent"
Reviewed on Oct 20, 2026

Kaikoura Beach Motel
"No toaster or microwave. As a person with coeliac disease I need to provide my breakfast. I checked with other guests to see if they had toasters and they were also disgruntled by not being able to cook their own breakfasts."
Reviewed on Oct 18, 2026

Alpine View Motel
"Clean spacious room. Bit out of town but ok if you have a vehicle. Friendly staff"
Reviewed on Oct 9, 2026

Alpine-pacific Holiday Park
"Stayed in cabin with bathroom. Was very good. Nice and warm and lots of heating."
Reviewed on Oct 12, 2026

Kaikoura Boutique Hotel
Waipapa Bay Hotel & Travel Guide
Book early as there aren't many rooms on Travelocity in or around Waipapa Bay's heart.
The High Country Wilderness Retreat is the closest Travelocity-listed hotel to central Waipapa Bay and the sole place to stay less than a quick drive away.
The Manakau Lodge can be found about 15 miles (24 kilometers) away from the middle of Waipapa Bay. Another accommodation option is the Ardara Lodge B&B, which is positioned 19 miles (30 kilometers) away. Two other Travelocity-listed places to stay in the Waipapa Bay area are the Quality Suites Kaikoura as well as the Alpine View Motel.
If time allows, adventurous travelers should discover more of South Island. Check out South Island's old towns and cathedrals and see the region's beaches and coastal plains. Common pastimes in this particular area of New Zealand include snowboarding, skiing and mountain biking.
Looking for things to do? Spend a few hours checking out St Clair Winery and Pollard Park, in Blenheim, 40 miles (67 kilometers) north of Waipapa Bay. The The Peppertree Luxury Accommodation and Angel Luxury Lodge are a few of the Travelocity-listed long and short-stay options in Blenheim. Or, you could stay in Picton, 60 miles (93 kilometers) to the north of Waipapa Bay, where you can choose from the Escape To Picton and Asure Jasmine Court Motel. The Edwin Fox and Mabel Island are a couple of the more popular places to check out in Picton.
When you are flying via Woodbourne Airport and want to find accommodation nearby, check out Vintners Retreat or Stonehaven Vineyard Homestay.
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Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments
"Well appointed hotel/apartment in terms of amenities. Great location with ocean views."






