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Kaikoura Boutique Hotel

4.5 star property
Beach fun, near Fyffe House

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Kaikoura Boutique Hotel offers a tranquil escape amid natural wonders. Guests can relax in the garden, browse the library, or visit the onsite cafe. The hotel provides WiFi and attentive staff to ensure a comfortable stay with a genuine local connection.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Courtyard Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, free WiFi

Courtyard Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Pillowtop bed
Private bathroom
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Courtyard Standard Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, free WiFi

Courtyard Standard Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Pillowtop bed
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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WaterFRONT Balcony | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, free WiFi

WaterFRONT Balcony

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Renovated in 2013
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Pillowtop bed
  • 30 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, free WiFi

WaterVIEW Balcony

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Pillowtop bed
Private bathroom
  • 29 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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WaterFRONT No Balcony | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, free WiFi

WaterFRONT No Balcony

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
146 Esplanade, Kaikoura, Canterbury, 7300

What's nearby

  • Kaikoura Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Kaikoura Museum - 19 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Kaikoura District Museum - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Fyffe House - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Point Kean Seal Colony - 7 min drive - 2.3 miles

Getting around

  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 135 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Whaler - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪King Tide Eatery - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Cods n Cray - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Coopers Catch - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Encounter - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Kaikoura Boutique Hotel

Luxury hotel near Fyffe House
Located close to Peninsula Walkway and Point Kean Seal Colony, Kaikoura Boutique Hotel provides a terrace, a garden, and a library. In addition to a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self parking
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), an area shuttle, and express check-out
  • Express check-in, luggage storage, and tour/ticket assistance
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Kaikoura Boutique Hotel include perks such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi.
Other amenities include:
  • Hydromassage showers, designer toiletries, and hair dryers
  • Smart TVs with streaming services and premium channels
  • Refrigerators, electric kettles, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: NZD 25 per person
  • A bar/lounge

Restaurants on site

  • Boo Teek

Things to do

  • Library

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Direct access to the beach
  • Garden
  • On the waterfront
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1886
  • Colonial architecture
  • Reception hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Hydromassage showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with premium digital channels
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Electrical adapters

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 6 PM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2.95 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 6 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children 4 and younger are not allowed at this property; All guests older than 4 are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately NZD 25 per person
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.95 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, mobile payments, and cash
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties
Children 4 years old and younger are not permitted at this property

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Boutique Hotel Kaikoura
Hotel Kaikoura
Kaikoura Boutique
Kaikoura Boutique Hotel
Kaikoura Hotel
Kaikoura Boutique Hotel Hotel
Kaikoura Boutique Hotel Kaikoura
Kaikoura Boutique Hotel Hotel Kaikoura

Frequently asked questions

Is Kaikoura Boutique Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at Kaikoura Boutique Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 6 PM.

What time is check-out at Kaikoura Boutique Hotel?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Kaikoura Boutique Hotel located?

Offering direct access to the beach, this Kaikōura hotel is within 3 mi (5 km) of Fyffe House, Peninsula Walkway, and Point Kean Seal Colony. Mount Fyffe is 9.2 mi (14.9 km) away.

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