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Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments

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Deluxe Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Ocean View | Terrace/patio
Deluxe Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Ocean View | Living area
Reception
Deluxe Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Ocean View | Balcony view
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 Museum
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Kaikoura District Museum
    ‪19 min walk‬

Room options

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2 Bedroom ground floor with patio | Living area

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
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Economy Room, 1 Bedroom | Private kitchenette

Economy Room, 1 Bedroom

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

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Deluxe Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Ocean View

Deluxe Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Ocean View

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

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32-inch Smart TV with digital channels, Netflix, streaming services

2 Bedroom Ground Floor with Partial view

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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2 Bedroom 1st floor with ocean views

2 Bedroom 1st floor with ocean views

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(21 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments

Along with tour/ticket assistance, this hotel has free self parking and free WiFi in public areas.
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.
Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments's great location gets high marks from our customers. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Kaikoura Beach. Enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas and free self parking.
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self parking
  • Services include tour or ticket assistance
  • Onsite recreation includes bike rentals and scooter/moped rentals
  • Guests have great things to say about the location and the helpful staff
  • 8 minutes by foot from Kaikoura Beach and a 2-minute drive from Kaikoura Museum
Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments offers its guests tour/ticket assistance. Public spaces have free WiFi. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Kaikōura hotel.

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: 6:00 PM

Late check-in subject to availability

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Late check-out subject to availability

Late check-out fee: NZD 40

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 - 6:00 PM)

Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; 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

Pets

  • No pets 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 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.

  • Late check-out fee: NZD 40 (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

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
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
This property's front desk is open during the following times:
  • Monday - Sunday: 8:30 AM - 10:30 AM
Prior to arrival, guests must complete online registration with the property via a secure link. Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

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. 467 out of 626 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 124 out of 626 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 21 out of 626 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 626 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 626 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Kathleen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Juliette

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean apartment, comfortable room and spacious living area. Was great having a washing machine too! Friendly helpful staff only suggestion would be a mirror in the bedroom.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Susanne

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy check in process. Fantastic room, with great facilities and a fantastic view. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Bridget

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Spacious and has everything you need. Easy walk by ocean to restaurants and shops. Highly recommend for families.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Karen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
First. The check in was easy and the staff was very helpful. Five stars for that. The room was clean and the view as advertised. Unfortunately there was an unpleasant smell from the bathroom drains that took a few hours to clear and then there was a lingering odor. The kitchen amenities are as listed and there was a new clothes washer available in the room. Overall it was a clean place to lay our heads for the night.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful staff. Fantastic size for family of 4. Quiet. Easy to get to everything. Can’t wait to come back!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Nadine

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Very easy check-in/ check-out process which was nice. The room was not at the standard expected for the price even considering the holiday. Convenient to the excursions and downtown. The view was minimal and the room was very basic, with limited amenities, yet clean.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great room, very comfy and well equipped. Excellent views from balcony. Great space and location to chill. Easy walk to cafes, shops, pubs etc or to meet for planned trips. Friendly and helpful hosts. Would def stay again.
From balcony
From across the road from hotel
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fabiola

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, clean room and great location
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was excellent. Easiest check-in with keys waiting in the apartment, new and spotless apartment with dishwasher, washing machine and dryer. Very happy.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elias

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location to central Kaikoura. Our view upstairs had a great view across the bay. Apartment had everything you needed. Spacious living. Very enjoyable stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natasha

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Excellent room really friendly staff and amazing location. The jet lag meant we saw a spectacular sun rise too.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We stayed in an apartment on the ground floor which was very convenient. It was comfortable and quiet even though it was located on a main road. The location was pleasant with views of the water, but it was not walkable to restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely apartment - clean and comfortable. Communication great which made check in etc really easy
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

DONNA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

ilyanna

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our favorite property of our trip. Staff was friendly kind and helpful. Communication was clear. Amenities were just right. Rooms were spacious and welcoming. Balcony was jast right for morning coffee. I would have atayed an extra day if we didnt have such a tight itinerary
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jenie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very helpful. The room is clean and the bed was comfortable. We had a good stay. Thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ruairi

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pramila

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Neil

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a lovely stay at the Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments and were well looked after by Poppy and the team. Clean and spacious apartment rooms and the oven and washer/dryer were a great bonus.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location, very welcoming owners. Room was very clean and well appointed. Highly recommended
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Meghan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a wonderful location and better than we hoped. Everyone was friendly and happy to answer all our questions. It was great to be able to easily walk across the road and sit on the beach to watch the sunrise.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025