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The Fairways Accommodation Kaikoura

3.5 star property

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Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Private kitchen
Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Living area

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Laundry room
  • Outdoor space
  • Breakfast available

Explore the area

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1 Kersage Drive - Ocean Ridge, Kaikoura, 7300
  • Place, Kaikoura Golf Club
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Kaikoura Beach
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Peninsula Walkway
    ‪18 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 67 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 84 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Studio

  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

The Fairways Accommodation Kaikoura

Guests at this beach aparthotel will appreciate convenient onsite amenities such as barbecue grills and a picnic area. Each apartment offers comforts like a pillowtop bed and Egyptian cotton sheets, plus free WiFi and a Smart TV with satellite channels. For a bit of entertainment, a TV comes with a DVD player, and guests can also appreciate conveniences like a refrigerator and a microwave.
The Fairways Accommodation Kaikoura offers 21 air-conditioned accommodations with DVD players and coffee/tea makers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Pillowtop beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. 29-inch Smart televisions come with satellite channels. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

This Kaikōura aparthotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

Recreational amenities at the aparthotel include complimentary bicycles.

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

Our customers tell us they can't get enough of the helpful staff at The Fairways Accommodation Kaikoura. During your stay, you'll be within walking distance of Kaikoura Golf Club. Enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas and free self parking, plus an area shuttle (surcharge). Built in 2008, this comfortable aparthotel has 21 apartments on 1 floor. Each apartment includes amenities such as free WiFi and a pillowtop mattress.
  • Each apartment offers a pillowtop bed, a Smart TV, and a DVD player
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self parking
  • Amenities include laundry facilities and a terrace
  • Onsite recreation includes complimentary bicycles
  • 11 minutes by foot from Kaikoura Golf Club and a 4-minute drive from Kaikoura Museum
  • Local-area shuttle service available for a fee
As a guest of The Fairways Accommodation Kaikoura, you'll find a terrace, barbecue grills, and tour/ticket assistance. Public spaces have free WiFi. An area shuttle within 8 kilometers is available for a fee. The business-friendly The Fairways Accommodation Kaikoura also features a garden, a picnic area, and laundry facilities. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 3.5-star Kaikōura aparthotel is smoke free.

Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • Ski area nearby

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking within 25 metres
  • Street parking available
  • Area shuttle (surcharge) up to 8 kilometres
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Limited room service

Bedrooms

  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Rollaway/extra bed: NZD 40 per night

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 29-inch Smart TV with satellite channels
  • DVD player

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets 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.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Blackout drapes
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Phone
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a train station
  • Near the airport
  • Near the ocean
  • Next to a golf course
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Boat tours nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Whale watching 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 1 floor
  • 21 units
  • Built in 2008
  • Connecting units available
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Garden
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Soundproofing

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2.35 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 6 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval, private entrance

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 40.0 per night.

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.

  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 40.0 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.35 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
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
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 and a first aid kit
This property is professionally cleaned
The front desk at this property is open daily from 9:00 AM - 6 PM.
To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property at least 72 hours prior to arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in information and key retrieval 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.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Fairways Apartments Kaikoura
Fairways Kaikoura
Fairways Apartments Apartment Kaikoura
The Fairways Apartments
The Fairways at Ocean Ridge
The Fairways Luxury Accommodation Kaikoura
The Fairways Accommodation Kaikoura Kaikoura
The Fairways Accommodation Kaikoura Aparthotel
The Fairways Accommodation Kaikoura Aparthotel Kaikoura

The Fairways Accommodation Kaikoura Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 326 out of 421 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 73 out of 421 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 14 out of 421 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 421 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 421 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Blair

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Comfortable stay, friendly staff, clean, quiet, comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Laurel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
Beautiful accommodations, modern, great check-in.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Desmond

Liked: Cleanliness, communication
Friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
Modern room with nice facilities. Great for our 1 night pre whale watching early the next day.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bettina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Best accommodation so far on our month long trip. I could live here.
Beautiful even to it was cloudy
Star gazing nearby
Whale watching sperm whale.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very nice staff, clean spacious room,walk in shower.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Deanna

Liked: Cleanliness, communication
Clean & comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Bernard

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Wonderful suite in a beautiful location. Staff very helpful and friendly. Highly recommended staying here when visiting Kaikouraa
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Good location …accommodation had everything we needed
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

logan

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Fantastic stay all round will definitely be back
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Great place to stay

Great location - very easy access to town but nice and quiet
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Nicola

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Stunning spot... would stay here again in an instant.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Krishna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Clean rooms,beautiful area and friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Excellent for one night. Clean and tidy, nice bathroom.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Lesley

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Lovely property, well located and reasonably priced.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Pauline

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Easy check-in, great walking tracks around the property, nice surroundings
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marewa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great place will be back foresure
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Euniece

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Such a nice place and nice hosts. I will for sure rebook this place!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Liz

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful room
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Sonia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great property, clean and very welcoming.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Dylan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very nice and lovely staff
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very clean and quiet, close to kaikoura
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Gillian

Liked: Room comfort, communication

Night after Whale Watching

Friendly helpful staff lovely accommodation everything we needed
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elaine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Lovely stay near to Kaikōura but far enough away to enjoy the peace and quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Very clean and quiet location
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024