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Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments

3.0 star property
Waterfront hotel in Kaikōura with free parking

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Popular amenities

  • All inclusive
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

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Exceptional
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Washing machine
2 bedrooms
Hair dryer
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Ocean View | 2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Ocean View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Washing machine
2 bedrooms
Shower/tub combination
  • 30 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels, TV

2 Bedroom Ground Floor with Partial view

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
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Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Washing machine
2 bedrooms
Hair dryer
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

2 Bedroom ground floor with patio

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(18 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Washing machine
2 bedrooms
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Economy Room, 1 Bedroom | 2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Room, 1 Bedroom

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Washing machine
2 bedrooms
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
126 Esplanade, Kaikoura, Canterbury, 7300

What's nearby

  • Kaikoura Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Kaikoura District Museum - 19 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Fyffe House - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Peninsula Walkway - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Point Kean Seal Colony - 7 min drive - 2.3 miles

Getting around

  • Blenheim (BHE-Woodbourne) - 111 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Coopers Catch Kaikoura - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Strawberry Tree - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Why Not Cafe - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Kaikoura Seafood Bbq - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Slam Club - ‬16 min walk

About this property

Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments

Hotel near Kaikoura Beach
Located close to Kaikoura Museum and Kaikoura District Museum, Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments provides an outdoor entertainment area. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • Free self parking
  • Outdoor furniture and tour/ticket assistance
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff and location
Room features
All guestrooms at Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments feature comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Toasters, highchairs, and heating

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Family friendly

  • High chair

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • On the waterfront
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

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
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
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 daily from 8:30 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

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

Important information

Optional extras

  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • 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 is professionally cleaned

National rating

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

Property is also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

Is Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments located?

Situated on the waterfront, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Kaikoura Beach, Kaikoura Museum, and Kaikoura District Museum. Fyffe House and Peninsula Walkway are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 392 out of 535 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 113 out of 535 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 16 out of 535 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 535 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 535 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Fleur

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The two bedroom apartment we stayed in was clean, spacious & had a great view. We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

KOK FAI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s lovely place to stay. Clean and easy check-in.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Warren

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

10/10 Excellent

Ray

Liked: Amenities
Right across street from water. Modern clean rooms, well stocked kitchen. Great place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place to stay beach veiws are gorgeous lovely staff very clean and tidy diffently will book again
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ruth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The apartment was very clean. Plenty of cutlery and crockery. Lovely walks within a short distance of Waterfront apartments.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The apartment was in a great location and had everything we needed. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Awesome location loved the kitchenette, very clean & modern.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natalie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay, beautiful views, full kitchen was great.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Curtis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
View was amazing
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kishor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A perfect place to stay when visiting Kaikoura, just across the road from the beach and walking distance to the shops and restaurants in town. Looking forward to coming back for longer next time.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terran

Liked: Cleanliness
very good
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly hosts and most comfortable bed on our trip
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

SENTHIL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic location and apartment. The washing machine can also have a dryer.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kirstin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Set in a beautiful location across from the beach, the convenience of a washing machine is super handy
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
All round great place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

fantastic value in the area

Fantastic place to stay in the area. It was very clean, well appointed, and had very comfortable beds. I got a great night's sleep and there are a bunch of dining options within walking distance. I wish I had another night here.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved this overnight spot. Location was perfect, beautiful ocean views, roomy, great amenities and bed was super comfy! Shower was fabulous! A definite must!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent stay

This was a beautiful, clean and quiet apartment to stay directly across the beach. The resturants up the street was very good and many to choose from. The parking was convenient.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ellie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous view of ocean
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice spot. Easy to live in for our four night stay. Lovely comfortable king bed and nice large living space. Good shower too. We enjoyed our stay and would stay there and in Kaikoura again — it’s a beautiful part of NZ.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great property, clean and great views over the sea
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Parinaz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic property..stunning views. All the amenities provided.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trevor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Sunny seaview balcony and the best shower yet.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent accommodation

The apartment is excellent- comfortable, clean everything you need for an apartment. Had an allocated car parking space. Close distant to town.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025