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The Fairways Accommodation Kaikoura

The Fairways Accommodation Kaikoura
3.5 star property
Kaikoura Flat
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (421 reviews)
"Nice location and very well maintained property. Service is also amazing "
Australia
Ankush
The price is £82
includes taxes & fees
3 Jul - 4 Jul
The Fairways Accommodation Kaikoura

Waterfront | Handy Location | Affordable | Unit 6 - KK61646

Waterfront | Handy Location | Affordable | Unit 6 - KK61646
Kaikoura
5.2 out of 10, (5 reviews)
"Comfortable, clean older property with a good need and pillows and a kitchen with microwave. Gorgeous views of the sea and wonderful sunrise on a calm morning"
New Zealand
Jane J.
The price is £67
includes taxes & fees
16 Jul - 17 Jul
Waterfront | Handy Location | Affordable | Unit 6 - KK61646

Centrally located Hilltop Apartment

Centrally located Hilltop Apartment
3.5 star property
Kaikōura
The price is £81
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Centrally located Hilltop Apartment

Central | Affordable | Queen Studio 3 - KK91123

Central | Affordable | Queen Studio 3 - KK91123
Kaikoura
7.0 out of 10, Good, (8 reviews)
"Perfectly located in Kaikoura. Close to shops and beach. Met our needs very well. "
New Zealand
Heather C.
The price is £76
includes taxes & fees
16 Jul - 17 Jul
Central | Affordable | Queen Studio 3 - KK91123

Kaikōura Peaks Studio Retreat 2

Kaikōura Peaks Studio Retreat 2
Kaikoura
The price is £72
includes taxes & fees
3 Jul - 4 Jul
Kaikōura Peaks Studio Retreat 2

Barnacle Bills

Barnacle Bills
3.5 star property
Kaikoura
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (28 reviews)
"Cute little cottage, had everything we needed for our brief stay. "
Australia
Merran
The price is £93
includes taxes & fees
15 Jul - 16 Jul
Barnacle Bills

Kaikoura Luxury Apartments

Kaikoura Luxury Apartments
5.0 star property
Kaikoura
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (50 reviews)
"Beautiful ocean and bay views. location is close to several restaurants all walkable!"
Canada
Brett
The price is £126
includes taxes & fees
6 Jul - 7 Jul
Kaikoura Luxury Apartments

Ocean & Mountain Views 3-bedroom Home

Ocean & Mountain Views 3-bedroom Home
4.0 star property
Kaikōura
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (4 reviews)
"Beautiful views and central location. The stars are amazing and the local activities are out of this world. "
United States
Sarah
The price is £99
includes taxes & fees
3 Jul - 4 Jul
Ocean & Mountain Views 3-bedroom Home

Cubby House Stay - Kaikoura

Cubby House Stay - Kaikoura
3.5 star property
Hapuku
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (3 reviews)
"Amazing experience. Even if we weren’t doing anything else in Kaikoura just staying here would have been worth the trip! "
United States
Linda
The price is £273
includes taxes & fees
3 Jul - 4 Jul
Cubby House Stay - Kaikoura

The Factory

The Factory
4.0 star property
Hapuku
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (8 reviews)
"Lovely place with easy access to the beach. Extremely quiet and dark, allowing for great stargazing. Plenty of room for our family to spread out. Friendly host who quickly explained everything and was available for questions via text. Would definitely return the next time we’re near Kaikoura. "
United States
Aaron
The price is £200
includes taxes & fees
3 Jul - 4 Jul
The Factory

Glenburn Coastal Retreat

Glenburn Coastal Retreat
4.0 star property
Hapuku
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (54 reviews)
"Very nice stay"
United States
James
The price is £213
includes taxes & fees
3 Jul - 4 Jul
Glenburn Coastal Retreat

Beach Nearby | Balcony | Stroll to Town – KK77018

Beach Nearby | Balcony | Stroll to Town – KK77018
Kaikōura
The price is £143
includes taxes & fees
3 Jul - 4 Jul
Beach Nearby | Balcony | Stroll to Town – KK77018

Beach front cottage

Beach front cottage
South Bay
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (36 reviews)
"Host was very helpful and property in great condition. "
New Zealand
Sharlie M.
The price is £111
includes taxes & fees
9 Jul - 10 Jul
Beach front cottage

Waterfront 3 -bedroom bungalow opposite the South Bay Marina and public slipway

Waterfront 3 -bedroom bungalow opposite the South Bay Marina and public slipway
South Bay
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (18 reviews)
"We loved the views from this quintessential NZ bach and the lovely walks in the surrounding area. It was well equipped and the beds and top quality sheets were appreciated. "
New Zealand
chris W.
The price is £95
includes taxes & fees
6 Jul - 7 Jul
Waterfront 3 -bedroom bungalow opposite the South Bay Marina and public slipway

First Light Kaikoura | Unit 1 | KK43601

First Light Kaikoura | Unit 1 | KK43601
Kaikoura
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2 reviews)
"Enjoyed our visit"
New Zealand
mark w.
The price is £70
includes taxes & fees
3 Jul - 4 Jul
First Light Kaikoura | Unit 1 | KK43601

South Bay | Classic Bach | Close to Marina - KK48126

South Bay | Classic Bach | Close to Marina - KK48126
South Bay
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (5 reviews)
"Such a lovely cosy bach. We felt like we were at home transported back to what kiwi holidays felt like 30 years ago. Loved the south bay community. "
Australia
Maren
The price is £120
includes taxes & fees
3 Jul - 4 Jul
South Bay | Classic Bach | Close to Marina - KK48126

Expansive Ocean & Mountain Views - KK82140

Expansive Ocean & Mountain Views - KK82140
Kaikoura
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (6 reviews)
"Great view and friendly owners."
New Zealand
Benjamin R.
The price is £162
includes taxes & fees
3 Jul - 4 Jul
Expansive Ocean & Mountain Views - KK82140

NOT JUST A STAY, we are a stay you will remember!

NOT JUST A STAY, we are a stay you will remember!
Kaikoura Township
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (54 reviews)
"Wonderful stay at Cubby House in Kaikoura! Leanne and Richard have created an oasis complete with an amazing view and friendly-furry-4-legged greeters. We traveled in NZ for over 2 weeks and Cubby House was the only place we stayed that had this level of charm, the most amazing coffee machine ever, and a fridge full of wonderful breakfast ingredients. If the opportunity arises, we will certainly be back."
United States
Anne-Claire F.
The price is £369
includes taxes & fees
3 Jul - 4 Jul
NOT JUST A STAY, we are a stay you will remember!

Spectacular Views | Convenient | Affordable - KK17129

Spectacular Views | Convenient | Affordable - KK17129
Kaikoura
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (5 reviews)
The price is £109
includes taxes & fees
3 Jul - 4 Jul
Spectacular Views | Convenient | Affordable - KK17129

Handy Location | Ocean & Mountain Views | Close to Park - KK96845

Handy Location | Ocean & Mountain Views | Close to Park - KK96845
Kaikoura
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (4 reviews)
"Easy check-in and a convenient walking path to get to town. The star gazing on the front deck was incredible."
Netherlands
Mandie T.
The price is £131
includes taxes & fees
4 Jul - 5 Jul
Handy Location | Ocean & Mountain Views | Close to Park - KK96845
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