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Te Mahuru Retreat

Te Mahuru Retreat
3.5 star property
Kaikoura Flat, 6.7 km from South Bay
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (163 reviews)
"Nice and clean rooms. Although does not feel like 4-star hotel (as Google suggest) but very nice B&B "
Australia
Jakub
The price is ฿3,136
฿3,606 total
includes taxes & fees
25 May - 26 May
Te Mahuru Retreat

Glenburn Coastal Retreat

Glenburn Coastal Retreat
4.0 star property
9.2 km from South Bay
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (54 reviews)
"Very nice stay"
United States
James
The price is ฿8,807
฿10,128 total
includes taxes & fees
25 May - 26 May
Glenburn Coastal Retreat

Lemon Tree Lodge

Lemon Tree Lodge
3.5 star property
2.5 km from South Bay
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (52 reviews)
"Amazing ocean view. Lovely room with good toiletries, nespresso coffee etc. very close to the main town and ‘The Whaler’ pub. Very good Continental breakfast included as well which is a bonus. "
United Kingdom
Darren
The price is ฿7,394
฿8,503 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Jun - 3 Jun
Lemon Tree Lodge

Kaikoura Quality Suites

Kaikoura Quality Suites
3.5 star property
4.3 km from South Bay
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (496 reviews)
"Clean, comfortable bed, helpful staff"
Australia
Ardyanto
The price is ฿2,118
฿2,436 total
includes taxes & fees
28 May - 29 May
Kaikoura Quality Suites

The Factory

The Factory
4.0 star property
10.5 km from South Bay
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (8 reviews)
"Lovely place with easy access to the beach. Extremely quiet and dark, allowing for great stargazing. Plenty of room for our family to spread out. Friendly host who quickly explained everything and was available for questions via text. Would definitely return the next time we’re near Kaikoura. "
United States
Aaron
The price is ฿8,001
฿9,201 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Jun - 12 Jun
The Factory

Sudima Kaikoura

Sudima Kaikoura
5.0 star property
1.7 km from South Bay
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (583 reviews)
"Nice place to stay."
Australia
Peter
The price is ฿2,548
฿2,931 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Jun - 7 Jun
Sudima Kaikoura

Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments

Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments
3.0 star property
1.7 km from South Bay
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (626 reviews)
"Beautiful and right across from the beach. Great location and spacious rooms"
United States
Debbie
The price is ฿3,855
฿4,433 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Jun - 17 Jun
Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments

Wacky Stays

Wacky Stays
2.5 star property
Kaikoura Flat, 6.1 km from South Bay
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (82 reviews)
"Super helpful staff. Explain where everything is. Go out of their way to assist you. Very clean upon arrival. "
United States
Barry
The price is ฿2,589
฿3,550 total
includes taxes & fees
24 May - 25 May
Wacky Stays

Mondello Kaikoura

Mondello Kaikoura
3.0 star property
3.1 km from South Bay
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (460 reviews)
"Accommodation was excellent. Great shower, comfortable bed and kitchen well equipped. Also a great view to the mountains. Parking was also free. "
Australia
Mary
The price is ฿2,390
฿2,749 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Jun - 17 Jun
Mondello Kaikoura

Bendamere House Bed & Breakfast

Bendamere House Bed & Breakfast
3.5 star property
2.4 km from South Bay
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (183 reviews)
"Everything was very nice. The owner of the property was very friendly."
United States
John
The price is ฿4,985
฿5,733 total
includes taxes & fees
27 May - 28 May
Bendamere House Bed & Breakfast

Kaikoura Motor Inn

Kaikoura Motor Inn
2.0 star property
4.9 km from South Bay
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (531 reviews)
"Comfortable stay with cosy tidy rooms. Very hospitable hosts who were very helpful and kind."
Australia
Jacob
The price is ฿1,845
฿2,122 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Jun - 17 Jun
Kaikoura Motor Inn

Kaikōura TOP 10 Holiday Park

Kaikōura TOP 10 Holiday Park
3.0 star property
3.2 km from South Bay
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (345 reviews)
"Lovely place to stay"
United Kingdom
Mark
The price is ฿2,160
฿2,485 total
includes taxes & fees
26 May - 27 May
Kaikōura TOP 10 Holiday Park

Koura Bay Resort

Koura Bay Resort
3.5 star property
10.1 km from South Bay
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (103 reviews)
"great room, great views very quiet location, only 10min drive from town"
New Zealand
Phil
The price is ฿4,686
฿5,389 total
includes taxes & fees
28 May - 29 May
Koura Bay Resort

Barnacle Bills

Barnacle Bills
3.5 star property
1.3 km from South Bay
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (28 reviews)
"The room was clean and spacious and good for our overnight stay"
Canada
ronald
The price is ฿3,769
฿4,334 total
includes taxes & fees
26 May - 27 May
Barnacle Bills

Ocean & Mountain Views 3-bedroom Home

Ocean & Mountain Views 3-bedroom Home
4.0 star property
1.8 km from South Bay
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (4 reviews)
"Beautiful views and central location. The stars are amazing and the local activities are out of this world. "
United States
Sarah
The price is ฿4,224
฿4,857 total
includes taxes & fees
28 May - 29 May
Ocean & Mountain Views 3-bedroom Home

Inn the Bay Bed & Breakfast

Inn the Bay Bed & Breakfast
4.0 star property
1.4 km from South Bay
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (72 reviews)
"Excellent stay in a lovely property in a great location. "
United Kingdom
Paul
The price is ฿4,320
฿4,968 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Jun - 7 Jun
Inn the Bay Bed & Breakfast

Kaikoura Beach Motel

Kaikoura Beach Motel
2.5 star property
1.7 km from South Bay
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (439 reviews)
"Lovely beachside location, quaint 80s style motel room renovated and well refreshed to modern standards."
Australia
Buddhika
The price is ฿2,559
฿2,943 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Jun - 7 Jun
Kaikoura Beach Motel

The White Morph - Heritage Collection

The White Morph - Heritage Collection
4.5 star property
1.4 km from South Bay
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (650 reviews)
"There is good car park, room was clean, shower was average. I meant well over priced hotels. "
Australia
Azamat
The price is ฿3,141
฿3,612 total
includes taxes & fees
26 May - 27 May
The White Morph - Heritage Collection

Alpine View Motel

Alpine View Motel
3.0 star property
4.3 km from South Bay
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (564 reviews)
"Clean, direct access to the beach, friendly staff"
United States
George
The price is ฿2,243
฿2,580 total
includes taxes & fees
26 May - 27 May
Alpine View Motel

The Fairways Accommodation Kaikoura

The Fairways Accommodation Kaikoura
3.5 star property
Kaikoura Flat, 3.4 km from South Bay
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (421 reviews)
"Nice location and very well maintained property. Service is also amazing "
Australia
Ankush
The price is ฿3,197
฿3,676 total
includes taxes & fees
27 May - 28 May
The Fairways Accommodation Kaikoura
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Where to stay in South Bay

Find the best South Bay areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Kaikoura Flat

While visiting Kaikoura Flat, you might make a stop by sights like Mount Fyffe and Kaikoura Beach.

Kaikoura Peninsula

If you're spending some time in Kaikoura Peninsula, Peninsula Walkway and Point Kean Seal Colony are top sights worth seeing.

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Frequently asked questions

What is South Bay like?
Travellers will be sure to enjoy their time in Kaikōura's South Bay neighbourhood.
How many hotels will I find in South Bay?
When you want to put your feet up after a day of exploring the sights in Kaikōura, you can choose from 13 Expedia hotels and other accommodation options in South Bay.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in South Bay, will I receive a refund?
Yes, most hotel room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view top deals in South Bay.
What is there to do in this Kaikōura neighbourhood?
Fyffe House, Peninsula Walkway and Point Kean Seal Colony are just a few of the places to visit in and around South Bay. When you're sightseeing in Kaikōura, Kaikoura District Museum and Kaikoura Museum are also worth a stop.