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Sudima Kaikoura

5.0 star property
Ocean-side eco-retreat offers peaceful dining with sea views, making it an ideal spot to relax and recharge after exploring Kaikoura

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Sudima Kaikoura is on the coast, offering ocean-view dining at its restaurant. The property includes a garden, outdoor entertainment area, WiFi, gym, and seasonal pool. Attentive staff ensure a comfortable atmosphere for guests.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Room options

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  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
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  • Sleeps 2
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  • Sleeps 4
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  • Sleeps 2
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  • Sleeps 4
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  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Kaikōura, Sudima Kaikoura is near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Kaikoura Beach and Peninsula Walkway, while Kaikoura Museum and Kaikoura District Museum are cultural highlights. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including whale-watching. Visit our Kaikōura travel guide
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Esplanade, 114, Kaikoura, Canterbury, 7300

What's nearby

  • Kaikoura Beach
    Kaikoura Beach
    1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Peninsula Walkway
    Peninsula Walkway
    4 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Kaikoura Museum
    16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Kaikoura District Museum
    18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Fyffe House
    3 min drive - 1.8 miles

Getting around

  • Blenheim (BHE-Woodbourne)
    105 min drive

Restaurants

  • Kaikoura Seafood BBQ
    4 min drive
  • The Whaler
    12 min walk
  • Why Not Cafe
    12 min walk
  • Coopers Catch
    14 min walk
  • Craypot
    11 min walk

About this property

Sudima Kaikoura

Luxury hotel
A garden, dry cleaning/laundry services, and an outdoor entertainment area are just a few of the amenities provided at Sudima Kaikoura. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. In addition to a bar and a gym, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), an elevator, and a 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage, a front-desk safe, and smoke-free premises
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and first-rate property condition
Room features
All 120 rooms offer comforts such as 24-hour room service and air conditioning, in addition to perks like late night room service and free WiFi.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Showers, free toiletries, and hair dryers
  • 50-inch flat-screen TVs with digital channels
  • Free infant beds, daily housekeeping, and phones

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited number of onsite self parking spaces
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 6:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: NZD 35 for adults and NZD 17 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 2,002 square feet of conference space

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor entertainment area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2.5 percent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately NZD 35 for adults and NZD 17 for children
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.5 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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
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

National rating

Rating provided by Qualmark®, source of official star ratings for accommodation in New Zealand.

Property is also known as

Sudima Kaikoura Hotel
Sudima Kaikoura Kaikoura
Sudima Kaikoura Hotel Kaikoura

Frequently asked questions

Does Sudima Kaikoura have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Sudima Kaikoura pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Sudima Kaikoura?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Sudima Kaikoura?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Sudima Kaikoura located?

Situated near the beach, this luxury hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Kaikoura Beach, Kaikoura Museum, and Kaikoura District Museum. Fyffe House and Peninsula Walkway are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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

Sudima Kaikoura Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.4

Amenities

9.4

Staff & service

9.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 428 out of 564 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 101 out of 564 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 27 out of 564 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 564 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 564 reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Yejin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sean

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Great stay amazing place with amazing views
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kayla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and easy, beautiful spot
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Abraham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect view of the ocean and beachfront from our room. Good breakfast and dinner restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean and comfortable rooms. Great restaurant/bar area, very comfortable. Great walkable location to town center and restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ayellet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A brand-new hotel with very friendly and helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Reuben

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and organized. Staff was 100% friendly and helpful!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jenny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely clean room with wonderful view. Very friendly helpful staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Evlampia

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Great location, spotless room.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful place to stay in the sea front. Lovely and quiet, comfortable bed! Not quite 5* but for the price it was excellent
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent, friendly staff, great location
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

virginia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic location with views from the room to die for…. Worth the money to stay here if you love the ocean and Mountain View’s. Rooms are clean with option for extra towels for the heated pool. Staff friendly and food good but limited menu
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room clean and tidy. Bed very comfortable. Room had nice views, restaurant on site. Ample parking space.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Julianna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location, nice clean room
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Tane

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The scrambled eggs were average and the hash browns were a bit dry, all else was good. Staff could have been warmer/friendlier- some were, some weren't. Great location, overall a very good place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We requested an ocean view and received the corner room with a breath taking view of the ocean. It made for a wonderful experience at our stay in Kaikoura.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sybil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Gorgeous hotel! Beautiful views and nice and quiet. Highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly team : comfortable accomodation / well positioned / great pool area
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location, clean and friendly staff. I would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Hamish

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Easy to navigate, friendly staff
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Gina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Loved the shower. The veiw and the comfortable bed was fantastic.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice, newish, big hotel if that’s what you’re looking for. Great rooms and beds. Clean, modern bathrooms. Seems very solidly built. 7ish minute walk to town amenities along a beach path or sidewalk.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mary Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable and clean room. Loved all the windows.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Niall

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location, toiletries, staff, spacious rooms with nice views
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely new facilities.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026