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Deluxe Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Fireplace, Mountain View (Adult Only) | Fireplace
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Deluxe Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Fireplace, Mountain View (Adult Only) | Living area

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking included

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29a South Bay Parade, Kaikoura, 7300
  • Kaikoura Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Peninsula Walkway
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Point Kean Seal Colony
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Fireplace, Mountain View (Adult Only) | Living area

Deluxe Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Fireplace, Mountain View (Adult Only)

  • 38 sq m
  • Studio
  • 1 bathroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Comfort Cabin, Ocean View (Adult Only)

Comfort Cabin, Ocean View (Adult Only)

  • 38 sq m
  • Studio
  • 1 bathroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Comfort Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Courtyard View (Adult Only) | Living area

Comfort Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Courtyard View (Adult Only)

  • 38 sq m
  • Studio
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Bay Cottages

Beach cottage near Kaikoura Museum
Guests at this beach cottage will appreciate convenient onsite amenities such as barbecue grills and a picnic area. All 5 soundproofed accommodations feature free WiFi and patios. Guests can enjoy fireplaces, and other standard amenities include kitchenettes with refrigerators and stovetops. Limited housekeeping is available.
Bay Cottages offers 5 accommodations with fireplaces and safes. Rooms open to patios. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations have separate sitting areas. Beds feature premium bedding. Accommodations at this 3-star cottage have kitchenettes with refrigerators, stovetops, microwaves, and separate dining areas. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, bathrobes, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. 32-inch LED televisions come with digital channels and Netflix. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and portable fans. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.

Recreational amenities at the cottage include complimentary bicycles.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

During your stay at Bay Cottages, you'll be close to Kaikoura Museum. Enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas and free self parking. Built in 2000, this comfortable cottage has 5 cottages. Free WiFi and kitchenettes are available in all cottages.
  • All accommodations offer kitchenettes, fireplaces, and patios
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self parking
  • Amenities include a multilingual staff and a terrace
  • Onsite recreation includes complimentary bicycles
  • Just a 3-minute drive from Kaikoura Museum and a few minutes from Kaikoura Beach
As a guest of Bay Cottages, you'll find a terrace, barbecue grills, and multilingual staff. WiFi is free in public spaces. Bay Cottages also features tour/ticket assistance, a garden, and a picnic area. Free self parking is available.

This 3-star Kaikōura cottage is smoke free.

Languages

Dutch, English, German, Russian

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Kitchenette

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • 1 private bathroom
  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Separate dining area
  • Separate sitting area

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LED TV with digital channels
  • Games
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Patio
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Comfort

  • Heating
  • Portable fan

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar in shower
  • Hand-held showerhead
  • In-room accessibility
  • In-room roll-in shower
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Portable shower seat
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-width doorways
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Blackout drapes
  • Electrical adapters
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Multilingual staff
  • Safe
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Location highlights

  • Near the airport
  • Near the boardwalk/promenade
  • Near the ocean

Things to do

  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Scooter/moped rentals nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 5 buildings
  • 5 units
  • Built in 2000
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Garden
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Property does not allow children
  • Soundproofing

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 7:00 PM
Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests should be aware that 2 cats reside at this property
This property enforces quiet hours from 10:00 PM to 8:00 AM
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Reception hours are 7:30 AM-10 AM and 2 PM-7 PM daily.

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between August 01 and August 31.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children 18 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 18 are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 percent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is professionally cleaned
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
The front desk at this property is open daily from 7:30 AM - 7:00 PM.
Guests arriving after 7:00 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Guests should know that 2 cats live at this property. At the property, quiet hours are enforced between 10:00 PM and 8:00 AM. For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation.

We should mention

  • Children 18 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

Property is also known as

Bay Cottages House Kaikoura
Bay Cottages Kaikoura
Bay Cottages Cottage
Bay Cottages Kaikoura
Bay Cottages Cottage Kaikoura

Bay Cottages Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 59 out of 106 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 37 out of 106 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 106 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 106 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 106 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Joel

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
LOVELY AND RELAXING STAY
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

MIKE

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Peaceful in South-Bay Kaikoura

Tucked away in South Bay, Kaikoura, the Bay Cottages offered us a relaxing stay. Our cottage was spacious, the kitchen well-equipped, the living area and the bed comfy. Everything was very clean and tidy. Its in a great location to explore the Kaikoura area. Only a short drive away from downtown or a walk over the hill. we enjoyed our stay and can only recommend it.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Super friendly hosts, very comfortable bed. Lovely quiet place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hilary

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great location, clean, had a washing machine in the room!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Lovely place to stay by the ocean

What a lovely cottage with ocean views. Host was very helpful and cottage was comfortable and roomy. I would definitely book again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna, Coodanup

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely cottage with everything you need to be self sufficient. Beautiful beach across the road. Super comfy bed and pillows.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Latrice

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Bernard, Portland

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyable and convenient stay near dolphin, orca and seal watching.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Hosts were both friendly and helpful and the facility was thoughtfully designed and maintained.. Good spot for a visit to Kiakoura.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Raymond

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All communicationwas friendly and helpful. We were going to be arriving late, so we rang to let them know. We received a cheerful response saying this would be fine. The unit was very clean and warm. It was fully set up with all utensils and appliances. Although it wasn't required it was good to see the unit including the bathroom facilities were accessible to disabled people. If we return to the area we would certainly return here and also recommend Bay Cottages.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leigh

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic hosts, extremely clean & well presented. It was nice to be out of the mainstream but close enough if wanted to indulge in retail therapy or dine out.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

JANEEN

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, cottage was clean and comfortable. The bed was very comfortable! We wish we could have stayed longer.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

2/10 Terrible

Tony

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Great, spacious stay, across the road from the bea

Great, spacious stay, across the road from the beach.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Camille

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet, clean, friendly helpful hosts, located right across the street from the ocean. A restful get-away to spend time by the sea.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Cozy sea view cottage

Great location, clean comfortable and well appointed cottage!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wigs

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good, quiet back section. Comfortable twin beds. Great heater. The shower spread water widely in the bathroom which wasn't so good.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Riya

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spacious, clean room and nice heated blankets for the bed. 4 minute drive to the town center. Gus and Larissa are kind!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Martin

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
nice stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Tammy

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Comfortable and quiet

This was a nice hotel with great amenities. Very friendly check in. Private and quiet. The office could be better marked (you have to go behind the house on the street). Property and room was very clean. The beds in the cottage we stayed in were past their best before date and need to be changed out. The on site laundry was awesome and the lady offered a drying rack too. Very sweet.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Theresa

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay, provided everything we needed, friendly hosts.