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 ฿3,514 per night from 9 Sept to 10 Sept
฿3,514
฿4,041 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! (628 reviews)
"Great staff and location clean room very happy"
Reviewed on 5 Sept 2026
Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments
126 Esplanade Kaikoura Canterbury
The price is ฿2,593 per night from 11 Sept to 12 Sept
฿2,593
฿2,982 total
11 Sept - 12 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
Mondello Kaikoura
29 Beach Rd Kaikoura Canterbury
The price is ฿2,370 per night from 17 Sept to 18 Sept
฿2,370
฿2,725 total
17 Sept - 18 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 Quality Suites
154 Beach Road Kaikoura
The price is ฿2,146 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
฿2,146
฿2,468 total
21 Sept - 22 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! (511 reviews)
"Well maintained property, good amenities. The stuff was friendly and helpful (able to accommodate late arrival). Scenic view. The only downside is that it is very close to the highway (which did not bother me due to low traffic). Reasonably priced."
Reviewed on 8 Sept 2026
Kaikoura Beach Motel
124 Esplanade Kaikoura Canterbury
The price is ฿2,035 per night from 13 Sept to 14 Sept
฿2,035
฿2,340 total
13 Sept - 14 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-pacific Holiday Park
69 Beach Road Kaikoura
The price is ฿1,528 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
฿1,528
฿1,758 total
28 Sept - 29 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this holiday park in Kaikōura. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Kaikoura Museum and Kaikoura District Museum are ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (501 reviews)
"I highly recommend Alpine pacific as a solo traveller. It’s affordable, clean and has friendly staff. There is a large section in the centre of the property with bathrooms and showers that were tidy and clean, as well as a laundry room and kitchen (if you’re planning to cook I recommend bringing ..."
Reviewed on 5 Aug 2026
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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.
