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Waterfront | Handy Location | Affordable | Unit 4 - KK31644

Enjoy the free WiFi at this beachfront Kaikōura apartments

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A coastal town with a beach, a road along the coast, and mountains in the background.
A compact kitchen with a microwave, a sink, and cabinets.
A motel with a two-story building, a picnic table, and a signboard.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, a picture on the wall, and a window with curtains.
A compact room with a dining table, chairs, a sofa, a kitchenette, and a TV mounted on the wall.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3431 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Kaikoura
  • Place, Kaikoura Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Kaikoura Museum
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Kaikoura District Museum
    ‪5 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Kaikōura

On the beach.Stay at this Kaikōura apartment and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Kaikoura Beach and 2 miles (3 km) of Fyffe House. Kaikoura Museum and Kaikoura District Museum are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Kaikoura Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Kaikoura Museum - 5 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Kaikoura District Museum - 5 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Fyffe House - 8 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Peninsula Walkway - 11 min drive - 2.5 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪King Tide Eatery - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪The Whaler - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Zephyr - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Coopers Catch - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Why Not Cafe - ‬16 min walk

About this property

Waterfront | Handy Location | Affordable | Unit 4 - KK31644

Enjoy budget friendly beachfront accommodation in Kaikōura. The rooms are cosy and older in style. They are dated but functional and ideal for relaxing after a day of exploring. Each room has a kitchenette with basic facilities and private amenities in a simple motel style layout. This room does not have a sea view, but the ocean sits just across the road. Whale watching, great seafood and scenic walks are all close by. Book your stay today.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchenette

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • One pet total (up to 218 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 431 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Turn off all heaters and close windows
Ensure all doors and windows are locked
Return keys/lockbox as per your arrival instructions You don't need to strip beds or do a full clean, our team handles that. Just leave the place tidy and we'll take care of the rest.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Please respect quiet hours between 10:00pm - 8:00am
The minimum age to make a booking is 21 years old

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 218 lbs per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Please ask first

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
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. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

close-to-home-ESPLANADE-164-4

Frequently asked questions

Does Waterfront | Handy Location | Affordable | Unit 4 - KK31644 have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this apartment.

How much does it cost to stay at Waterfront | Handy Location | Affordable | Unit 4 - KK31644?

As of Oct 6, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Waterfront | Handy Location | Affordable | Unit 4 - KK31644 on Nov 4, 2026 start from $85, including 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.

How close is Waterfront | Handy Location | Affordable | Unit 4 - KK31644 to the beach?

This apartment is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Waterfront | Handy Location | Affordable | Unit 4 - KK31644 offer free breakfast?

This apartment does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Waterfront | Handy Location | Affordable | Unit 4 - KK31644?

No, there is no casino at this apartment.

What time is check-in at Waterfront | Handy Location | Affordable | Unit 4 - KK31644?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Waterfront | Handy Location | Affordable | Unit 4 - KK31644?

Free parking is not available at this apartment.

Does Waterfront | Handy Location | Affordable | Unit 4 - KK31644 have a pool?

This apartment does not have a pool.

Does Waterfront | Handy Location | Affordable | Unit 4 - KK31644 have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this apartment.

How close is Waterfront | Handy Location | Affordable | Unit 4 - KK31644 to downtown Kaikōura?

This apartment is 0.9 mi away from Kaikōura.

Waterfront | Handy Location | Affordable | Unit 4 - KK31644 Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 10 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 10 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 10 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 10 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 10 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The best stay I had, spacious, clean and beautiful. Everything went so smoothly.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, communication
Good location
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a great day. Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A very enjyable stay. Got to go fishing too, With vision impairment everything was within walking distance.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Helga Arndy

Overall good
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Amenities, communication
Little bit tricky with the shower at the front door. Heating wasn’t very good, would be good to put the tv on a bracket that moves so you can watch from bed.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Amenities, communication
For the price point this accomodation is pretty good for a one-night stay. However the roof/floor of the second story is very thin and we heard children stomping on the roof in to the late hours of the night. The shower drain was blocked and the shower experience was similar to being peed on. There was what I hope was dog poo in the car park area which was slightly off putting and there was a random hair ball near our front door when we checked in. Also recommend taking extra blankets if you're not used to the colder months in Kaikoura. Overall got what we paid for and for the price point am likely to stay again but we wanted to be fully open and transparent in this review. :)
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025