South Bay Travel Guide

Kaikōura

A rocky shoreline with a person standing on the rocks, overlooking a calm sea and a mountain in the background.
A coastal town with houses along the beach, a calm sea, and mountains in the background.

Things to do


Top hotels in South Bay

Kaikoura's lovely South Bays Cottage

Kaikoura's lovely South Bays Cottage

South Bay Kaikoura
Stay at this holiday home in Kaikōura. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Fyffe House and Peninsula Walkway are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (199 reviews)
"Quiet place in South BayA cute two bedroom bach –peaceful, sunny deck, warm, comfortable beds, great shower.Would definitely recommend and hire again."

Reviewed on 7 Nov 2026

Kaikoura's lovely South Bays 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

Kaikoura Canterbury
The price is £114 per night from 15 Nov to 16 Nov
£114
15 Nov - 16 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this holiday home in Kaikōura. Popular attractions Fyffe House and Peninsula Walkway are located nearby.
9.6/10 Exceptional! (22 reviews)
"Great location, lovely walks and lots of activity at the slipway. The kids had such fun and we enjoyed the sunsets and mountain views from the patio. I would definitely stay again. Thank you."

Reviewed on 5 Oct 2026

Waterfront 3 -bedroom bungalow opposite the South Bay Marina and public slipway
South Bay | Cosy | BBQ Area - KK61334

South Bay | Cosy | BBQ Area - KK61334

Kaikoura
The price is £134 per night from 1 Dec to 2 Dec
£134
1 Dec - 2 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this holiday home in Kaikōura. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Kaikoura District Museum and Kaikoura Museum are ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (20 reviews)
"Very easy to check in and out, tidy and clean house, good bed, pillows, linen and towels. Heat pump kept it cost when the weather took a turn. Great for a pet. Cheers"

Reviewed on 28 Aug 2026

South Bay | Cosy | BBQ Area - KK61334
South Bay | Classic Bach | Close to Marina - KK48126

South Bay | Classic Bach | Close to Marina - KK48126

Kaikoura
The price is £147 per night from 11 Nov to 12 Nov
£147
11 Nov - 12 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this holiday home in Kaikōura. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Fyffe House and Peninsula Walkway are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (7 reviews)
"Great location and cozy bach"

Reviewed on 20 Sept 2026

South Bay | Classic Bach | Close to Marina - KK48126
Coastal getaway in beautiful Kaikoura

Coastal getaway in beautiful Kaikoura

Kaikōura Canterbury Region
The price is £120 per night from 9 Nov to 10 Nov
£120
9 Nov - 10 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this holiday home in Kaikōura. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and air conditioning. Popular attractions Fyffe House and Peninsula Walkway are located ...
Coastal getaway in beautiful Kaikoura
Beach front cottage

Beach front cottage

Kaikoura Canterbury
The price is £145 per night from 9 Nov to 10 Nov
£145
9 Nov - 10 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this cottage in Kaikōura. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and an in-room coffee maker. Popular attractions Fyffe House and Peninsula Walkway are ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (37 reviews)
"Lovely place, perfectly appointed and clean. Great communications with the owner.Perfect location, only issue was the weather!"

Reviewed on 26 Aug 2026

Beach front cottage
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Where to stay in South Bay

Find the best South Bay areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Kaikoura Flat

While visiting Kaikoura Flat, you might make a stop by sights like Mount Fyffe and Kaikoura Beach.

Kaikoura Peninsula

If you're spending some time in Kaikoura Peninsula, Peninsula Walkway and Point Kean Seal Colony are top sights worth seeing.



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