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Waterfront | Affordable | Location | Unit 5, Waterfront | Affordable | Location

Enjoy the free WiFi at this beachfront Kaikōura apartments

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A Seaview Motel sign with a view of the ocean and mountains.
Interior
A bedroom with a bed, bedside table, and a small desk with a chair. There is a window with curtains, a ceiling fan, and a door leading to a bathroom.
A motel with a two-story building, a picnic table, and a signboard.
A residential area with houses and a view of the sunset over a body of water.

Reviews

5.6 out of 10

Entire apartment

1 bathroomSleeps 2431 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • 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).
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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

  • ‪Craypot - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Kaikoura Seafood BBQ - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Coopers Catch - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Hiku - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Strawberry Tree - ‬18 min walk

About this property

Waterfront | Affordable | Location | Unit 5, Waterfront | Affordable | Location

Experience budget-friendly beachfront accommodation in Kaikoura.
Our cosy rooms, though showing their age, are clean, functional, and perfect for relaxing after a day of exploring. Please note, rooms come with a kitchenette but no full cooking facilities. Enjoy easy access to whale watching, seafood dining, and scenic trails. Sea View Kaikoura offers a simple, comfortable base for your Kaikoura adventure. Book your stay today!
Please note, this property features a motel-style layout, while offering separate, private amenities. This particular room does not have a Seaview, however the ocean is just across the road.

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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

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

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.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

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-164-5

Frequently asked questions

Does Waterfront | Affordable | Location | Unit 5, Waterfront | Affordable | Location have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this apartment.

How much does it cost to stay at Waterfront | Affordable | Location | Unit 5, Waterfront | Affordable | Location?

As of Aug 2, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Waterfront | Affordable | Location | Unit 5, Waterfront | Affordable | Location on Aug 9, 2026 start from $89, 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 | Affordable | Location | Unit 5, Waterfront | Affordable | Location to the beach?

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

Does Waterfront | Affordable | Location | Unit 5, Waterfront | Affordable | Location offer free breakfast?

This apartment does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Waterfront | Affordable | Location | Unit 5, Waterfront | Affordable | Location?

No, there is no casino at this apartment.

What time is check-in at Waterfront | Affordable | Location | Unit 5, Waterfront | Affordable | Location?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Waterfront | Affordable | Location | Unit 5, Waterfront | Affordable | Location?

Free parking is not available at this apartment.

Does Waterfront | Affordable | Location | Unit 5, Waterfront | Affordable | Location have a pool?

This apartment does not have a pool.

Does Waterfront | Affordable | Location | Unit 5, Waterfront | Affordable | Location have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this apartment.

How close is Waterfront | Affordable | Location | Unit 5, Waterfront | Affordable | Location to downtown Kaikōura?

This apartment is 0.9 mi away from Kaikōura.

Waterfront | Affordable | Location | Unit 5, Waterfront | Affordable | Location Reviews

Reviews

5.6
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 5 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 5 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 5 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 5 reviews

4.8/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Chris S.

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Check in was simple, but the room was a huge let-down.It was old, badly supplied and had an unpleasant smell.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Ismail

Liked: Communication
Disliked: Cleanliness
Carpet was very dirty, full of hair from guests before us. Carpet needs to be vacuumed and cleaned thoroughly. No curtain in the shower. No mirror over the sink in the bathroom. It was not possible to turn off the cold water tap in the kitchen. It was dripping,dripping continuously.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lay Eng Audrey

Great location, short walk to town centre. The bed was comfortable. I paid to stay at this motel wasn’t cheap. The price I paid the same for other motels are much better. I asked to change the bath towels and clear the rubbish bins, I was told that I had to pay. Hmm... The slidling door bottom rail was so dirty. It looked like it hadn't been cleaned for mamy months or years. Kitchen window I couldn't opened it as there were tons of ants. I rang the receptionist and letted the lady know. The kitchen drawers were old and needed some attentions. The kitchen doesn't have a cooking stove, only a microwave. Luckily, we brought our electric frypan to cook. Good experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Susannah S.

Liked: Check-in, location

Would not stay here again

Place smelled bad when I came in Tv didn’t work Very minimal kitchen equipment No shower curtain One mirror in whole place was so high I could only see the top of my head Advertised as waterfront but looked out into a parking lot Really awful lighting Big sign in kitchen saying all dishes to be done and rubbish removed but still charged a $65 cleaning fee Pros Was very close to waterfront once I got outside Bed was surprisingly comfortable Bed was
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Samantha G.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
We didn’t get check in information. Luckily there was a cleaner onsite to let us in. While the premises are advertised as slightly tired, and appeared to have a fairly new shower head, the general condition was very poor, with some areas being very dirty. Issues noted, carpet not nice, I had to wear flip flops as not comfortable walking on it. One area in corner looks like it has had carpet mites. One chair broken, not safe to sit on. Disabled seat in shower really unclean. Kitchen curtains- felt I wanted to wash hands after touching them. Microwave is past it. The door inside is rank and highly likely to be leaking. This caused an issue to evening meal prep. While this accommodation is sold as ‘budget’ and we were prepared to rough it a little, it is way overpriced. There is no excuse for filthy curtains, door entry (full of debris and grim) and the microwave. To be fair, the bed was comfortable and sheets nice and clean, which was a saving grace as the divan was a concern with stains and rips
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

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