South Bay Travel Guide
Kaikōura
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Things to do
Whale Watching in Kaikoura by Boat
฿3,496
per adult
78% of travellers recommend
Kaikōura Whale Watching Scenic Flight (40 Minutes)
฿5,746
per adult
Kaikoura: Seal-Watching Pedal Kayak Tour
฿2,819
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Kaikōura: Zipline and Native Forest Adventure Trip
฿3,876
per adult
Top hotels in South Bay
Sudima Kaikoura
Esplanade, 114 Kaikoura Canterbury
The price is ฿3,343 per night from 9 Sept to 10 Sept
฿3,343
฿3,844 total
9 Sept - 10 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Kaikōura. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (627 reviews)
"Great hotel with everything needed"
Reviewed on 30 Aug 2026
Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments
126 Esplanade Kaikoura Canterbury
The price is ฿2,593 per night from 10 Sept to 11 Sept
฿2,593
฿2,982 total
10 Sept - 11 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Kaikōura. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and bike hire on-site. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (640 reviews)
"Waterfront apartments were a great location, set with views of the ocean and mountains. Facilities are clean, modern and well functioning. Parking included and easy go access. Would recommend!"
Reviewed on 27 Aug 2026
Kaikoura Quality Suites
154 Beach Road Kaikoura
The price is ฿2,121 per night from 23 Sept to 24 Sept
฿2,121
฿2,439 total
23 Sept - 24 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Kaikōura. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (510 reviews)
"Friendly and helpful staff. Spacious rooms"
Reviewed on 25 Aug 2026
Mondello Kaikoura
29 Beach Rd Kaikoura Canterbury
The price is ฿2,373 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
฿2,373
฿2,729 total
21 Sept - 22 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Kaikōura. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. Popular ...
Kaikoura Beach Motel
124 Esplanade Kaikoura Canterbury
The price is ฿2,037 per night from 10 Sept to 11 Sept
฿2,037
฿2,343 total
10 Sept - 11 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Kaikōura. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (448 reviews)
"Beautiful location and beautiful views. right on the beach."
Reviewed on 17 Aug 2026
Alpine View Motel
146 Beach Road Kaikoura
The price is ฿2,465 per night from 26 Sept to 27 Sept
฿2,465
฿2,835 total
26 Sept - 27 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Kaikōura. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 12 beach bars. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions Kaikoura ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (567 reviews)
"This recently renovated property had friendly owners, was spacious and quiet. Would recommend for travellers on a budget."
Reviewed on 25 Aug 2026
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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.
