South Bay

Kaikōura

Photo by Nicole Smelson
Photo by Nicole Smelson

Popular places to visit

Peninsula Walkway featuring general coastal views and rugged coastline

Peninsula Walkway

5/5(30 reviews)

You can take time to visit Peninsula Walkway during your travels to Kaikōura. Wander the seaside or discover the area's mountain views.

Peninsula Walkway

Point Kean Seal Colony

4.5/5(23 reviews)

Find out about the history of Kaikōura when you spend time at Point Kean Seal Colony. Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's mountain views.

Point Kean Seal Colony

Mount Fyffe

4.5/5(6 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Mount Fyffe and enjoy the mountain views during your trip to Kaikōura. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

Mount Fyffe

Fyffe View Ranch Adventure Park

5/5(2 reviews)

Enjoy an outing to Fyffe View Ranch Adventure Park during your stay in Kaikōura. Wander the seaside or discover the area's mountain views.

Fyffe View Ranch Adventure Park

Fyffe House

5/5(1 review)

You can learn about the history of Kaikōura with a visit to Fyffe House. Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's mountain views.

Fyffe House

Kaikoura District Museum

4.5/5(3 reviews)

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Kaikoura District Museum during your trip to Kaikōura. Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's mountain views.

Kaikoura District Museum

South Bay Hotel Deals

Wakatu (wait a while) Cottage
Wakatu (wait a while) Cottage
South Bay
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Kaikoura. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and a garden. Popular attractions Fyffe House and Peninsula Walkway ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (155 reviews)
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"We liked the property because we got to bring our little pet as well."

Reviewed on 21 March 2025

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Wakatu (wait a while) Cottage
Kaikoura's lovely South Bays Cottage
Kaikoura's lovely South Bays Cottage
South Bay
Stay at this vacation home in Kaikoura. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and patios. Popular attractions Fyffe House and Peninsula Walkway are located nearby.
8.8/10 Excellent! (146 reviews)
Great bach
"Great little place, was warm and had everything we needed for the weekend. Quiet location close to walking track."

Reviewed on 13 April 2025

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Kaikoura's lovely South Bays Cottage
Bay Cottages
Bay Cottages
3 out of 5
29a South Bay Parade, Kaikoura
The price is SAR 308 per night from May 1 to May 2
SAR 308
SAR 354 total
includes taxes & fees
1 May - 2 May
Stay at this 3-star beach cottage in Kaikoura. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and free bicycles on site. Popular attractions Kaikoura District Museum and Kaikoura ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (105 reviews)
"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 ..."

Reviewed on 14 March 2025

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Beach front cottage
Beach front cottage
Kaikoura
The price is SAR 509 per night from Apr 21 to Apr 22
SAR 509
SAR 749 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Apr - 22 Apr
Stay at this cottage in Kaikoura. Enjoy free WiFi, an in-room coffeemaker, and air conditioning. Popular attractions Fyffe House and Peninsula Walkway are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (23 reviews)
Kaikoura Cottage
"An old "dog friendly" cottage that has been modernized with double glazed windows, heat pump, new appliances (fridge, microwave, stove, tv ....). Very comfortable stay. It is opposite the boat launch and they launch boats from 4:00 am so take some earplugs. Good value for money."

Reviewed on 6 April 2025

Beach front cottage
Cosy | Private | South Bay, Cosy | Private | South Bay
Cosy | Private | South Bay, Cosy | Private | South Bay
Kaikoura
The price is SAR 471 per night from May 1 to May 2
SAR 471
SAR 684 total
includes taxes & fees
1 May - 2 May
Stay at this vacation home in Kaikōura. Enjoy air conditioning. Popular attractions Kaikoura District Museum and Kaikoura Museum are located nearby.
9.4/10 Exceptional! (3 reviews)
South bay
"Great wee place very happy with stay there"

Reviewed on 11 March 2025

Cosy | Private | South Bay, Cosy | Private | South Bay
Kaikoura Fishing Retreat, not just for fishing!!!
Kaikoura Fishing Retreat, not just for fishing!!!
Kaikoura
The price is SAR 354 per night from Apr 17 to Apr 18
SAR 354
SAR 774 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Apr - 18 Apr
Stay at this vacation home in Kaikōura. Enjoy air conditioning. Popular attractions Fyffe House and Peninsula Walkway are located nearby.
9.8/10 Exceptional! (9 reviews)
family gathering
"Lovely stay thank you"

Reviewed on 25 February 2025

Kaikoura Fishing Retreat, not just for fishing!!!
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Other neighborhoods around South Bay

Peninsula Walkway showing tranquil scenes

Kaikoura Peninsula

While visiting Kaikoura Peninsula, you might make a stop by sights like Peninsula Walkway and Point Kean Seal Colony.

Kaikoura Peninsula
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Kaikoura Flat

If you're spending some time in Kaikoura Flat, Kaikoura Beach and Mount Fyffe are top sights worth seeing.

Kaikoura Flat

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