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Kaikoura Luxury Apartments

5.0 star property
5-star beach apartment near Kaikoura Beach

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Balcony view
48-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV, Netflix
Premium Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Terrace/patio
Luxury 2 Bedroom Ocean View | Living area | 48-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV, Netflix
Full-size fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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78 Esplanade, Kaikoura, Canterbury, 7300
  • Place, Kaikoura Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Kaikoura Museum
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Kaikoura District Museum
    ‪16 min walk‬

Room options

Deluxe Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

  • 861 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Deluxe Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

  • 861 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Large Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Deluxe Apartment with lift 2 Bedrooms

  • 861 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Deluxe Apartment with lift 2 Bedrooms

  • 861 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Large Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Premium Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Deluxe Apartment, 3 Bedrooms

  • 1206 sq ft
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Large Twin Beds, 2 Twin Beds and 2 Twin Sofa Beds

About the neighborhood

Kaikōura

Steps from 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. Peninsula Walkway and Point Kean Seal Colony are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Kaikoura Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Kaikoura Museum - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Kaikoura District Museum - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Fyffe House - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Point Kean Seal Colony - 6 min drive - 2.5 miles

Getting around

  • Blenheim (BHE-Woodbourne) - 111 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Whaler - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Cods n Cray - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Why Not Cafe - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪King Tide Eatery - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Encounter - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Kaikoura Luxury Apartments

5-star beach apartment near Kaikoura Beach
Kaikoura Luxury Apartments offers its guests an elevator. The front desk is open around the clock. Self parking is free.

This 5-star Kaikōura apartment is smoke free.

  • 10 guestrooms or units
  • Towels for the beach
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
Kaikoura Luxury Apartments offers 10 air-conditioned accommodations with washers/dryers and espresso makers. Rooms open to furnished patios. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations have separate sitting areas and include dining tables. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. Accommodations at this 5-star apartment have kitchens with full-sized refrigerators/freezers, stovetops, microwaves, and separate dining areas. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers and hair dryers.

This Kaikōura apartment provides complimentary wireless Internet access. 48-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels and Netflix. Additionally, rooms include safes and coffee/tea makers. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Sandy beach (direct access)
  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • Ski area nearby

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Separate dining area
  • Separate sitting area

Entertainment

  • 48-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels
  • Books
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Outdoor areas

  • Furnished patio

Laundry

  • Laundry detergent
  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Local maps
  • Luggage storage
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Safe

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Boat tours nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Window guards
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 10 units
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Recycling

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:30 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges NZD 1.5 for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 8:30 AM - 7:30 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 7:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • 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.

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of NZD 1.5

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
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

National rating

Rating provided by Qualmark®, source of official star ratings for accommodation in New Zealand.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Kaikoura Luxury Apartments to the airport?

Kaikoura Luxury Apartments is 85.5 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 Luxury Apartments?

As of Dec 13, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Kaikoura Luxury Apartments on Dec 15, 2025 start from $276.84, 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 Luxury Apartments have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Kaikoura Luxury Apartments.

How close is Kaikoura Luxury Apartments to the beach?

This apartment is a short 2-minute walk from Kaikoura Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Kaikoura Luxury Apartments offer free breakfast?

Kaikoura Luxury Apartments does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Kaikoura Luxury Apartments?

No, there is no casino at this apartment.

What time is check-in at Kaikoura Luxury Apartments?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:30 PM.

Is there free parking at Kaikoura Luxury Apartments?

This apartment offers free self parking.

Does Kaikoura Luxury Apartments have a pool?

Kaikoura Luxury Apartments does not have a pool.

Does Kaikoura Luxury Apartments have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this apartment.

How close is Kaikoura Luxury Apartments to downtown Kaikōura?

Kaikoura Luxury Apartments is 0.5 mi away from Kaikōura.