Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments

3.0 star property

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Deluxe Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Ocean View | Terrace/patio
Deluxe Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Ocean View | Balcony view
Deluxe Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Ocean View | Living area
Reception
Aerial view

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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126 Esplanade, Kaikoura, Canterbury, 7300
  • Place, Kaikoura Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Kaikoura District Museum
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Fyffe House
    ‪3 min drive‬

Room options

2 Bedroom ground floor with patio

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(19 reviews)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

Economy Room, 1 Bedroom

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(12 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Ocean View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds
  • Ocean view

2 Bedroom Ground Floor with Partial view

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds
  • Partial ocean view

2 Bedroom 1st floor with ocean views

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(18 reviews)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds
  • Ocean view

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About the area

Kaikōura

When you stay at Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments in Kaikōura, you'll be on the waterfront, within a 5-minute drive of Kaikoura Beach and Kaikoura Museum. .This hotel is 1 mi (1.6 km) from Kaikoura District Museum and 1.2 mi (2 km) from Fyffe House.

What's nearby

  • Kaikoura Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Kaikoura Museum - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Kaikoura District Museum - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Fyffe House - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Peninsula Walkway - 3 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

  • Blenheim (BHE-Woodbourne) - 111 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Whaler - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Why Not Cafe - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Kaikoura Seafood BBQ - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪King Tide Eatery - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Encounter - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments

Waterfront hotel in Kaikōura with free parking
Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments offers 18 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. 32-inch Smart televisions come with premium digital channels and Netflix.

Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries. This Kaikōura hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Make yourself at home in one of the 18 air-conditioned rooms featuring Smart televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include coffee/tea makers and free tea bags/instant coffee, and you can also request cribs/infant beds (surcharge).
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as bicycles to rent, or other amenities including complimentary wireless internet access and tour/ticket assistance.
Free self parking is available onsite.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Scooter/moped rentals

Family friendly

  • Cot (surcharge)
  • High chair

Guest services

  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • On the waterfront
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Handrails in stairways (84 centimetre high)
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Cot (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch smart TV with premium digital channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laundry detergent
  • Washing machine

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1.5 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open Monday - Sunday (8:30 AM - 10:30 AM) and Monday - Sunday (2:00 PM - 8:00 PM)
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email with check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk, lockbox

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are available for NZD 40 per stay

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 40 per stay
  • High chair fee: NZD 40 per stay
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.5 percent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
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 is professionally cleaned

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

National rating

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services.

Property is also known as

Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments Hotel
Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments Kaikoura
Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments Hotel Kaikoura

Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 439 out of 591 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 119 out of 591 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 19 out of 591 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 591 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 591 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dannii

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love this property, clean, ocean view and friendly staff, though there were slight problems gave us the wrong key and the Wi-Fi didn't turn on, the friendly staff got everything sorted. Would definitely stay here again if we went to Kaikiura again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great accommodation.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

pam

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was excellent lovely and clean Easy walking to town Lovely uninterrupted views
Views from apartment
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beverley, Cambridgeshire

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent, have stated there twice now, & would highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ruth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy check in details. Clean and tidy place with plenty of space!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Staci

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Simple check in and check out friendly and accomodating staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diana

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely spacious apartment right in the Esplanade. Definafley recommend and would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Hamish

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice property. have stayed prior in a 2 bedroom unit. This time was a 1 bedroom, out the back. Not as good as prior, as very small bathroom, odd layout, but the property is clean, well run & pleasant people to deal with
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sam

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beverley, Cambridgeshire

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great rooms & super friendly staff
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Belynda

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the spacious apartment with an ocean view. Staff were friendly and super helpful. Will definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Olivia

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great appartment directly across from the beach. Close to town for access but far enough away to be quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Phillip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved staying here Beautiful location
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hamish

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The owners were fantastic people. Very thoughtful of our comfort & moved us due to an issue with the apartment booked. Great spot, super clean & would definitely return. Very kind when our grandson had a minor bump - it’s amazing what a paua shell will do to fix the issue… thanks heaps
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah-Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheree

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This property was beautiful. The rooms were exceptionally clean. The location was fabulous.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Poppy was so helpful. Rooms were wonderful.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kate

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yves

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice accommodations.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ben

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Only had a short stay, but it was a true 5 star experience. Thanks so much for having us!!!!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Atish

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Annette

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely spacious apartment, well set up. Warm and welcoming. Friendly staff. Immaculately clean. Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Louise

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The apartment was very comfortable and spacious enough for four adults. It is in a great position, very close to the shops and restaurants but also great for a walk along the Esplanade.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy check in,great view, beach right in front
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025