The Best Hotels Closest to Kaikoura Beach in - 2026 Updated Prices

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A bedroom with a large sliding glass door leading to an outdoor deck with a view of mountains.

A modern room with a large window, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, a sofa, and a small table with books.

A wooden pathway under a covered structure with a sign reading "MAHUR RETREAT".

A hotel room with a large bed, a painting on the wall, and a view of greenery through the window.

1. Te Mahuru Retreat

2.7 km from Kaikoura Beach

Karen

฿4,032

฿4,637 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A potted tree with a view of a coastal landscape through a window.

A living room with two brown sofas, a wooden coffee table, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

A modern outdoor seating area with a wooden deck, a large planter with flowers, and a welcoming entrance with a 'Welcome' sign.

2. Barnacle Bills

3.1 km from Kaikoura Beach

Patricia

฿3,359

฿3,863 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Oct - 11 Oct

A balcony with a view of the sea, a chair, and a glass door.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a coffee table, a TV, and a kitchen area with stools and a bar.

A hotel room with a large window, a bed with white linens, a brown headboard, and a nightstand with a lamp.

A beach with a sunset, calm sea, and a tree line.

3. Kaikoura Luxury Apartments

2.6 km from Kaikoura Beach

Alfred

฿8,709

฿10,016 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

A modern balcony with a glass railing, a potted plant, and a sofa.

A modern hotel with a pool, outdoor seating, and a view of the ocean.

A modern hotel with a two-story structure, outdoor seating with umbrellas, and a clear sky.

A room with a view of the ocean, a wooden deck, and a table with a flower vase.

4. Sudima Kaikoura

2.8 km from Kaikoura Beach

Maree

฿3,392

฿3,901 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a window with a mountain view, and a curtain.

A compact living space with a kitchenette, a brown leather sofa, a dining table with chairs, and a potted plant.

A room with large windows offering a view of snow-capped mountains.

A compact living space with a sofa, dining table, chairs, kitchenette, and a decorative plant.

5. Mondello Kaikoura

1.4 km from Kaikoura Beach

Jeremy

฿2,959

฿3,403 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

A balcony with a glass railing overlooking the sea, two pine trees, and a white table with chairs.

An aerial view of a coastal town with a beach, residential buildings, and a mountainous backdrop.

A spacious living room with a large window, a sofa, a wooden table, and a television mounted on the wall.

A modern kitchen with a large island, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a view of the sea through large windows.

6. Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments

2.8 km from Kaikoura Beach

Sarah-Jane

฿2,534

฿2,915 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A room with a large window, a white cushioned bench, and a view of a lake and mountains.

A modern two-story house with a large balcony, surrounded by lush greenery and a well-maintained lawn.

A balcony with a wooden table and chairs, overlooking a coastal area with mountains and a clear sky.

A house with a view of a calm sea and mountains.

7. Lemon Tree Lodge

2 km from Kaikoura Beach

Darren

฿5,679

฿6,530 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

A spacious living room with a large window offering a view of the ocean and greenery, a brown leather sofa, a glass coffee table, and a modern pendant light.

A patio area with a wooden deck, seating, and a view of the ocean.

A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, large windows with curtains, and a view of greenery outside.

A room with a large window offering a view of a mountainous landscape and a body of water.

8. Ocean & Mountain Views 3-bedroom Home

2.7 km from Kaikoura Beach

Sarah

฿4,916

฿5,653 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A modern two-story building with a balcony, large windows, and a view of snow-capped mountains.

A parking lot with a car, a building with a sign, and a mountain in the background.

A pool table in a well-lit room with a fireplace, seating area, and decorative items.

A hotel with a sign indicating 'Kaikoura Quality Suites' and amenities like free unlimited WiFi, super king size beds, a courtyard/BBQ area, and onsite parking.

9. Kaikoura Quality Suites

0.3 km from Kaikoura Beach

vicki

฿2,296

฿2,640 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

A balcony with a view of the sea and trees, two potted plants, and a table with chairs.

A coastal town with a marina, residential buildings, and a prominent road leading to the beach.

A living room with a grey sofa, a wooden coffee table, two brown woven chairs, a flat-screen TV above a fireplace, and a potted plant.

A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, and a wooden dining table with benches.

10. Kaikoura Beach Motel

2.8 km from Kaikoura Beach

Emma

฿1,991

฿2,290 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A modern pool area with a rectangular pool, surrounded by a black fence, and adjacent buildings with balconies and windows.

A compact kitchen with a stainless steel refrigerator, a microwave, a gas stove, and a built-in oven.

A modern two-story building with a flat roof, a visible front entrance, and a sign indicating a motel.

A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, chair, and a view of mountains through the window.

11. Kaikoura Gateway Motor Lodge

2.1 km from Kaikoura Beach

Stephen

฿2,781

฿3,198 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

An outdoor seating area with wooden tables and chairs, overlooking a body of water.

A doorway leading to a room with a view of the sea, a small balcony, and a white door.

A spacious living room with a large window offering a view of a body of water, a chandelier, and a fireplace.

A doorway leading to a room with a view of the sea.

12. Kaikoura Boutique Hotel

2.9 km from Kaikoura Beach

Sandra

฿3,224

฿3,707 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Oct - 3 Oct

A glass table and chairs with a view of a lake and mountains.

A modern interior with teal chairs and a glass door leading to a scenic view.

A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a large island, and a dining area with chairs and a table.

A hotel with a modern design, featuring a large mural of a seagull on the facade, multiple balconies with outdoor seating, and a sign reading "The White Morph".

13. The White Morph - Heritage Collection

3.2 km from Kaikoura Beach

Monique

฿5,332

฿6,132 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A modern living room with a sofa, a TV, and a view of the city through large windows.

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk with a computer, and a TV.

A compact kitchen with a microwave, sink, and a dining area with chairs and a table.

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk, and a kitchenette.

14. Lobster Inn Motel

0.6 km from Kaikoura Beach

Jim

฿3,496

฿4,020 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A wooden hot tub with a metal frame, surrounded by wooden walls and a wooden deck.

A gravel path leading through a landscaped garden with various shrubs and a wooden fence.

A family cabin with a sliding glass door entrance, a bed, and a wooden deck.

A compact hotel room with a bed, kitchenette, and seating area.

15. Kaikōura TOP 10 Holiday Park

1.3 km from Kaikoura Beach

Mark

฿1,762

฿2,077 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A coastal town with a beach, houses, and mountains in the background.

A caravan park with a large open parking area, a building with a flat roof, and a view of the sea.

A pathway leading to a gate labeled "GUESTS ONLY" with a sign indicating "Cross to Beach with care 'Railway Line' Please Close Gate."

A bedroom with a bed, a sofa, a desk, and a TV.

16. Alpine View Motel

0.3 km from Kaikoura Beach

Daniel

฿2,474

฿2,845 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

A resort with a pool, hot tubs, and a view of mountains.

A wooden door leading to a picnic table and a picnic table in a grassy area with a river.

A cozy cabin room with a bed, a bench with cushions, a fan, and a view of the outdoors.

A row of rustic wooden cabins with green roofs, surrounded by lush vegetation and picnic tables.

17. Alpine-pacific Holiday Park

1 km from Kaikoura Beach

Mary-Angela

฿1,496

฿1,720 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A patio area with outdoor seating and a variety of shrubs and small trees.

A Bella Vista Motel with a modern design, featuring a parking lot and landscaped areas with various plants.

A hotel room with two beds, a red chair, a desk, and a painting on the wall.

A modern building with a white facade and a red-tiled roof.

18. Bella Vista Motel Kaikoura

2.4 km from Kaikoura Beach

MAYRA

฿2,781

฿3,198 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A wooden deck with two chairs and a small round table, overlooking a green landscape with trees and mountains.

A playground with a yellow slide, swings, and a building with a red-tiled roof in the background.

A modern kitchen with a glass dining table, white cabinets, and a view of mountains and greenery.

A table with a vase of white flowers, a glass of water, and a sign with a red cross.

19. Kaikoura Motor Inn

0.5 km from Kaikoura Beach

Ralph

฿2,436

฿2,801 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A rocky beach with large boulders and calm water.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a shower.

A building with a covered outdoor seating area, a paved pathway, and a white wall with a palm tree in the background.

A motel with a large sign advertising vacancies.

20. Sierra Beachfront Motel

3.1 km from Kaikoura Beach

Sharon

฿2,057

฿2,366 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Oct - 11 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Kaikoura Beach

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Te Mahuru Retreat	9.6 Exceptional 167 reviews	View
Barnacle Bills	9.6 Exceptional 29 reviews	View
Kaikoura Luxury Apartments	9.6 Exceptional 52 reviews	View
Sudima Kaikoura	9.4 Exceptional 632 reviews	View
Mondello Kaikoura	9.4 Exceptional 487 reviews	View

Top Kaikoura Beach Hotel Reviews

Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments

10/10 Excellent

"Great view from upstairs apartment and the apartment had everything you could want Only drawback were the very steep stairs up to the apartment."

Mondello Kaikoura

10/10 Excellent

"Loved my stay here, large space with a view of the snowy mountains and farm land. Comfy bed. Will be booking again."

Kaikoura Quality Suites

10/10 Excellent

"Very nice Room with outdoor balcony, Heating is a small fan heater on wall, and the kitchen does not have a cooktop hob."

Sudima Kaikoura

10/10 Excellent

"It was a quiet, high quality one night stay in Kaikoura."

Kaikoura Motor Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Very nice, clean, warm, shower was amazing!!!"

Kaikoura Boutique Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"John was incredibly helpful and hospitable. The location is fabulous and the room was beautifully appointed. We had a balcony overlooking the ocean."

Alpine-pacific Holiday Park

10/10 Excellent

"Great place and very comfortable"

Kaikoura Beach Motel

10/10 Excellent

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Alpine View Motel

8/10 Good

"This recently renovated property had friendly owners, was spacious and quiet. Would recommend for travellers on a budget."

Other attractions near Kaikoura Beach

Peninsula Walkway

9.4/10 (467 reviews)

Go wildlife spotting as you hike on a coastal route across cliff tops and down to the shoreline. See whales, seals, sea lions and much more.

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Kaikoura Museum

9.0/10 (164 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Kaikoura Museum during your travels in Kaikōura. Wander the seaside or discover the area's mountain views.

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Kaikoura District Museum

8.8/10 (87 reviews)

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Kaikoura District Museum during your trip to Kaikōura. Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's mountain views.

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Fyffe House

8.2/10 (91 reviews)

You can learn about the history of Kaikōura with a trip to Fyffe House. Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's mountain views.

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Lavendyl - Kaikoura Lavender Farm

Enjoy an outing to Lavendyl - Kaikoura Lavender Farm during your stay in Kaikōura.

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Point Kean Seal Colony

9.2/10 (459 reviews)

Find out about the history of Kaikōura with a stop at Point Kean Seal Colony. Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's mountain views.

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Mount Fyffe

8.6/10 (98 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Mount Fyffe and enjoy the mountain views during your trip to Kaikōura. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Kaikoura Beach?

If you're planning to come to the area to visit Kaikoura Beach, take some time to see the rest of the sights while you're in town. This family-friendly area is known for its array of dining options and charming cafes. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 35 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay near Kaikoura Beach?

Adjacent to Kaikoura Beach, Kaikoura Quality Suites is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data. Other good choices within a short distance include Mondello Kaikoura and Alpine-pacific Holiday Park.

How many hotels should I expect to find close to Kaikoura Beach?

Expedia has 35 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Kaikoura Beach.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Kaikoura Beach, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel reservations are refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of check in. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get top deals close to Kaikoura Beach.

What can I see and do near Kaikoura Beach?

You'll want to browse the exhibits at Kaikoura Museum and Kaikoura District Museum. You might plan a visit to Peninsula Walkway or Kaikoura Golf Club while you're in the area. If you want to see more of the surrounding area, you might plan a visit to Fyffe House and Point Kean Seal Colony.

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Our top choices for Kaikoura Beach hotels

1. Te Mahuru Retreat

2. Barnacle Bills

3. Kaikoura Luxury Apartments

4. Sudima Kaikoura

5. Mondello Kaikoura

6. Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments

7. Lemon Tree Lodge

8. Ocean & Mountain Views 3-bedroom Home

9. Kaikoura Quality Suites

10. Kaikoura Beach Motel

11. Kaikoura Gateway Motor Lodge

12. Kaikoura Boutique Hotel

13. The White Morph - Heritage Collection

14. Lobster Inn Motel

15. Kaikōura TOP 10 Holiday Park

16. Alpine View Motel

17. Alpine-pacific Holiday Park

18. Bella Vista Motel Kaikoura

19. Kaikoura Motor Inn

20. Sierra Beachfront Motel

Compare popular hotels close to Kaikoura Beach

Top Kaikoura Beach Hotel Reviews

Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments

Mondello Kaikoura

Kaikoura Quality Suites

Sudima Kaikoura

Kaikoura Motor Inn

Kaikoura Boutique Hotel

Alpine-pacific Holiday Park

Kaikoura Beach Motel

Alpine View Motel

Other attractions near Kaikoura Beach

Peninsula Walkway

Kaikoura Museum

Kaikoura District Museum

Fyffe House

Lavendyl - Kaikoura Lavender Farm

Point Kean Seal Colony

Mount Fyffe

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