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Kaikoura Seaside Lodge

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Located close to Peninsula Walkway and Point Kean Seal Colony, Kaikoura Seaside Lodge provides a grocery/convenience store, a garden, and a playground. Free in-room WiFi, with speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices), and an outdoor entertainment area are available to all guests.

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Kitchen

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A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a desk with a chair, a large decorative leaf, a mirror, and a window with curtains.

Comfort Suite

  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A bedroom with a large window offering a view of a beach and mountains. There is a bed with patterned bedding and a small plant on a nightstand.

Panoramic Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Located in Kaikōura, Kaikoura Seaside Lodge is near the airport and on the waterfront. Point Kean Seal Colony and Ohau Point Lookout are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Kaikoura Beach and Peninsula Walkway. Mount Fyffe and Mount Lyford are two other places to visit that come recommended. Relax and indulge in the area's health/beauty spa, or seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking nearby. Visit our Kaikōura travel guide
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268 Esplanade, Kaikoura, Canterbury, 7300

What's nearby

  • A pebble beach with mountains in the background.
    Kaikoura Beach
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • A coastal landscape with green hills, a beach, and snow-capped mountains in the background.
    Peninsula Walkway
    7 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Fyffe House
    13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Kaikoura District Museum
    9 min drive - 2.7 miles
  • Point Kean Seal Colony
    10 min drive - 2.3 miles

Getting around

  • Blenheim (BHE-Woodbourne)
    106 min drive

Restaurants

  • Coopers Catch
    4 min drive
  • Zephyr
    4 min drive
  • The Whaler
    3 min drive
  • King Tide Eatery
    3 min drive
  • Hiku
    2 min drive

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking (max 1 space per unit)

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Books
  • Games
  • Playground
  • TV in common areas
  • Video library

Family friendly

  • Baby toys
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's books
  • Children's games
  • Children's toys
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Playground
  • Separate in-room dining area
  • Stroller
  • Trampoline

Conveniences

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • On the bay
  • On the boardwalk/promenade
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Communal living room
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4 detached shared bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Blender
  • Cleaning supplies
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Separate dining area
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Stovetop

More

  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 3.5 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code, front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • Discover
  • JCB International
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3.5 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
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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property class

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

Frequently asked questions

Is Kaikoura Seaside Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Kaikoura Seaside Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 AM.

What time is check-out at Kaikoura Seaside Lodge?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Kaikoura Seaside Lodge located?

This family-friendly Kaikōura hostel is located on the boardwalk/promenade, within 2 mi (3 km) of Kaikoura Beach, Peninsula Walkway, and Point Kean Seal Colony. Ohau Point Lookout is 17.5 mi (28.2 km) away.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Kaikoura Seaside Lodge Reviews

7.4

Good

8.6

Cleanliness

7.2

Amenities

7.8

Staff & service

7.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 18 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 18 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 18 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 18 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 18 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Excellent view,clean and tidy,10-15min walking distance to the township,if you are staying downstairs it does get a little noisy as upstairs patrons are heard stomping and walking around
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Great accommodation at a budget price.clean and tidy. Basic Maintenance required..several dripping taps, one of the stove elements not working, and communal cooking smells filled the hallways etc. But at $80 for a 4 bedded room with pristine views and linen supplied, this was exceptional value for money.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic views from front rooms and good value. Was a fair way out from town but still walkable and close to the fantastic Pier Hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent stay. Very accommodating when I messed up booking. Clean and well run.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thoroughly enjoyed our time at Kaikoura Seaside Lodge. Excellent communication regarding access and keys. Great kitchen facilities. Loved the body wash, handwash and towels in the bathrooms. Would recommend highly and will stay next time we are in Kaikoura. A great asset for Kaikoura.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great views from the room and the kitchen dining areas.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Bathroom amenities grotty. Very expensive for room. Checkin details came a day late.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sharing bathroom facilities. Not suitable for us. Did not stay there. Shared Kitchen & TV lounge not for us. It was like a back packers place.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
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4/10 Poor

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Didn’t stay but still payed because didn’t relise was back packers and wanted our own bathroom
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Not enough toilets or showers for the upstairs the kitchen was a real mess and the refrigerator didn't go and our milk went off
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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6/10 Okay

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Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024