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Discover 180 South Bay hotels and places to stay, with room rates, reviews, and availability. Most hotels are fully refundable.

Bay Cottages
Property grounds

Bay Cottages

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (105)
"We really loved the cottage and everything about it, we also liked the owner. However we were concerned we might lose our booking as our ferry was late. We emailed to let them know we would not be there at the nominated time of 7pm. The email was not responded to, maybe in future confirm that the office would still be open to receive us"
The price is SAR 314
SAR 362 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Apr - 24 Apr
Bay Cottages
The Fairways Accommodation Kaikoura
Exterior

The Fairways Accommodation Kaikoura

3.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (385)
"Property manager was so nice and pleasant. The apartment was perfect! I would definitely stay here again and highly recommend it. "
The price is SAR 355
SAR 408 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Mar - 1 Apr
The Fairways Accommodation Kaikoura
Kaikoura Seaside Lodge
Toys, books, video library

Kaikoura Seaside Lodge

2.0 star property
6.8 out of 10, (5)
"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."
The price is SAR 222
SAR 255 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Mar - 27 Mar
Kaikoura Seaside Lodge
Blue Seas Motel
View from property

Blue Seas Motel

3.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (64)
"Great place to stay across the road from the water. Updated bathroom and kitchen in the apartment Reception very welcoming "
The price is SAR 366
SAR 421 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 Apr
Blue Seas Motel
Barnacle Bills
Cottage | Beach/ocean view

Barnacle Bills

3.5 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (15)
"Short stay in Kaikōura to go whale watching. It didn’t disappoint.! Barnacle Bills was ideal for our stay. Well appointed, clean and just a very short drive to the sea. Really good couple of days.."
The price is SAR 452
SAR 522 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Apr - 8 Apr
Barnacle Bills
Inn the Bay Bed & Breakfast
Beach

Inn the Bay Bed & Breakfast

4.0 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (61)
"We stayed in the Endeavour room and loved how spacious it was, as well as the view of the ocean from our room! The bathroom (shower especially) was amazing! Staff were friendly and helpful, and the breakfast provided was so great! There was also a lovely little sitting area outside for us to listen to the sounds of the ocean while enjoying our coffee/tea/breakfast. We thought the bed was going to be too soft for us, but we still had a pretty decent sleep. We did notice some dust and cobwebs in...
The price is SAR 523
SAR 601 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Apr - 2 Apr
Inn the Bay Bed & Breakfast
The White Morph - Heritage Collection
Interior detail

The White Morph - Heritage Collection

4.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (602)
"Stayed 1 night for work, great shower pressure, comfortable, would stay again "
The price is SAR 455
SAR 528 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Apr - 17 Apr
The White Morph - Heritage Collection
Kaikoura Boutique Hotel
Outdoor dining

Kaikoura Boutique Hotel

4.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (330)
"Great view. Kind, helpful hosts. Cute. Nice outdoor seating area. Lovely walk along the sea. "
The price is SAR 571
SAR 656 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Apr - 25 Apr
Kaikoura Boutique Hotel
Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments
Deluxe Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Ocean View | Beach/ocean view

Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments

3.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (501)
"Gorgeous view of ocean"
The price is SAR 398
SAR 457 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Apr - 5 Apr
Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments
Kaikoura Beach Motel
Aerial view

Kaikoura Beach Motel

2.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (325)
"Very clean spacious rooms great host"
The price is SAR 421
SAR 484 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Mar - 29 Mar
Kaikoura Beach Motel
Sudima Kaikoura
Deluxe Twin | In-room safe, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Sudima Kaikoura

5.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (313)
"Hotel was clean and opposite the beach. Had a nice happy hour. Breakfast was nice. "
The price is SAR 450
SAR 519 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Apr - 8 Apr
Sudima Kaikoura
Kaikoura Luxury Apartments
Balcony view

Kaikoura Luxury Apartments

5.0 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (35)
"Fantastic location, easy check in. Could do with air con in bedroom. Nice roomy lounge, with great sea view. Good free parking,restraunts nearby. Great showers"
The price is SAR 1,023
SAR 1,177 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Mar - 27 Mar
Kaikoura Luxury Apartments
Bella Vista Motel Kaikoura
Property amenity

Bella Vista Motel Kaikoura

4.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (292)
"Clean, quiet and in a good location. Everything you need "
The price is SAR 292
SAR 336 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Apr - 4 Apr
Bella Vista Motel Kaikoura
Kaikoura Gateway Motor Lodge
Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker

Kaikoura Gateway Motor Lodge

4.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (533)
"Good Motel. Position not too far from Main Street. "
The price is SAR 315
SAR 365 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Apr - 17 Apr
Kaikoura Gateway Motor Lodge
Bendamere House Bed & Breakfast
Property grounds

Bendamere House Bed & Breakfast

3.5 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (170)
"We loved the fact we could watch the amazing sunrise this morning from our room. The breakfast was great and so was the company at breakfast, the other guests."
The price is SAR 514
SAR 596 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Apr - 26 Apr
Bendamere House Bed & Breakfast
Lemon Tree Lodge
Lavender | View from room

Lemon Tree Lodge

3.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (40)
"Excellent view from our room, a little bit dated but nice location "
The price is SAR 679
SAR 782 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Apr - 3 Apr
Lemon Tree Lodge
Mondello Kaikoura
Suite, 1 Bedroom | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Mondello Kaikoura

3.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (347)
"Absolutely pristine and comfortable, well fitted out and lovely touches like dolphin shower curtain hooks, press-coffee pot, small patio with view of mountains. Occasional lamps in living room and bedrooms would have been nice as overhead light not romantic at all!"
The price is SAR 408
SAR 469 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 Apr
Mondello Kaikoura
Kaikōura TOP 10 Holiday Park
Lake

Kaikōura TOP 10 Holiday Park

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (310)
"Staff are friendly and professional. Absolutely gorgeous location."
The price is SAR 289
SAR 340 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Apr - 8 Apr
Kaikōura TOP 10 Holiday Park
Dusky Lodge - Hostel
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; pool views

Dusky Lodge - Hostel

2.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (203)
"Beautiful view from the back patio. Close enough to walk to bus station. Kitchen equipement is definitely not the best"
The price is SAR 236
SAR 272 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Mar - 28 Mar
Dusky Lodge - Hostel
Alpine-pacific Holiday Park
Outdoor spa tub

Alpine-pacific Holiday Park

3.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (394)
"Stayed in one of the cabins, perfect for a night! "
The price is SAR 202
SAR 232 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 Apr
Alpine-pacific Holiday Park
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Frequently asked questions

What is South Bay like?

Travelers will be sure to enjoy their time in Kaikoura's South Bay neighborhood.

Where is the best hotel for a stay in South Bay?

Based on our traveler data, Bay Cottages is one of the top choices for your stay in South Bay. This cottage offers free parking and private patios. Other good choices for your stay in the area include Wakatu (wait a while) Cottage and Kaikoura's lovely South Bays Cottage.

How many hotels should I expect to find in South Bay?

When you want to kick up your feet after a day of exploring the sights in Kaikoura, you can choose from 14 Expedia hotels and other accommodations in South Bay.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in South Bay, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel bookings are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel’s cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of check in. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to get the best deals available in South Bay.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to South Bay?

For more details about picking new dates or cancelling your trip to South Bay, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.

What is there to do in this Kaikoura neighborhood?

Fyffe House, Peninsula Walkway, and Point Kean Seal Colony are just a few of the places to visit in and around South Bay. When you're sightseeing in Kaikoura, Kaikoura District Museum and Kaikoura Museum are also worth a stop.