3-Star Hotels in Kaikoura

Fully equipped, you can cook, the location is very good, 5 minutes drive from the whale watching meeting point, the service is very good, there is a parking lot, living is very comfortable, I will choose this again.

We were recommended to stay, by friends, and we were not disappointed. Very clean, tidy, cosy unit for an overnight stay on our way to Christchurch. Friendly hosts, Shirley and Morgan, and our unit 12, Studio unit had everything we needed. Quiet from highway noise. You do hear the 2 trains but we love hearing them. Loved the fact that we could go out the gate at the end of the property and walk onto the beautiful, pounding surf beach. Sunrise the next morning, with snow on the mountains, was stunning. We will be back.

This motel is perfect, it is such a great location and unit was so comfortable. You are across the road from south bay beach, it is so tranquil here compared to the town centre and it's lovely to walk up to the jetties and up to the headland. We had a very friendly welcome and it was a nice touch as part of check in that we were shown around our unit explaining how things worked and where to find things. The unit was well equipped, comfy bed and a powerful shower. They also have a wonderfully friendly little cat. The only negative was the wifi which kept on cutting out, probably as we were in one of the furthest units from the office and also when all units occupied so everyone using it, but we managed OK using cellular data. We had a lovely holiday here and highly recommend it as a place to stay in Kaikoura.

Lovely little inn on top of the hill in Kaikōura. Family run, so you’ll likely meet the owner who is a very nice woman. She does an adorable continental breakfast spread every morning with hard boiled eggs, meats and cheeses, yogurt, fresh fruit and granola, fresh bakery muffins and breads, jellies, etc. We had a back room with a porch and the most AMAZING view. At night you can sit out and just stare up at the stars. The night sky in Kaikoura is stunning. The only downside was no AC and no ceiling or any fans in the room. But we opened the windows and double door and there was a breeze like 90% of the time so I guess in NZ it’s all about letting the outside in!

10 people, three days. A fabulous location and plenty of spaces and beds to accommodate 8 adults (3 couples, two singletons) and 2 teenagers. Great cooking facilities and a lovely break. Close to facilities, and the Tom's track walk is a good workout for those so inclined.

Wacky Stays is a popular choice amongst travelers in Kaikoura, whether exploring or just passing through. The hotel offers a wide range of amenities and perks to ensure you have a great time. Free Wi-Fi in all rooms, gift/souvenir shop, facilities for disabled guests, express check-in/check-out, luggage storage are there for guest's enjoyment. All rooms are designed and decorated to make guests feel right at home, and some rooms come with television LCD/plasma screen, air purifier, carpeting, children's high chair, cleaning products. The hotel offers various recreational opportunities. No matter what your reasons are for visiting Kaikoura, Wacky Stays will make you feel instantly at home.

New modern hotel with a mainly neutral colour scheme. Reasonable amount of parking on site, or plenty along the Esplanade. Rooms average size. We went as a group so we had no choice, many of us ended up in rooms with twin beds, they are very comfortable but when you share your bed with your spouse, this wasn't expected nor enjoyed. No electric blankets. It's the middle of winter. I did phone reception 3 times over a couple of issues but the calls were never answered. The rooms heat pump is good, though no heating in the corridor and reception is rather cool too. Tea and coffee making facilities and a small fridge. Glasses, but no wine glasses in the rooms. Good sized bathroom and good shower. They only provide one hard club chair, seating for anyone else there's a round squab or the bed. Most of the signs are in Maori, only one in our large group could understand a few words. The large group of Asians also staying had no idea of what anything meant. Excellent staff. Helpful and friendly. Uniforms a little casual for this level of hotel. Catering for large groups can often be a challenge, the food offered suited all tastes and was very good. Good cocktail menu. I don't drink much, but really enjoy an Aussie Shiraz, but they only stock NZ wines. Just meant I drank water. The hotel is sited down the south end of the Esplanade, so a bit of a walk to the township. Good, modern, clean, quiet 4.5 star hotel.

Greeted warmly by the manager who took time to enquire as to our travel to date and that of our future plans. Reception area was well stocked with information relating to the local area, but the manager was also quite willing to advise on any interests we had. Room was on the upper level which enabled us to have an awesome view of the Seaward Kaikouras. Stunning to wake up to, and to look at throughout the day. Particularly while snow-capped. Having a balcony on which to continue their admiration was a bonus. Studio room was large, inviting, and comfortable. Containing a large comfortable bed, chairs, and a table on which one could work on. Kitchenette was large and well stocked with both utensils and complimentary beverage (tea/coffee/drinking chocolate) sachets. Bathroom was large and contained an awesome shower over a spa tub, leaving one to have to make the agonizing choice between a heavenly high pressured hot lavation or a lengthy immersion amidst bubbles. Both are guaranteed to bring you into a state of tranquility. A profound value for money. A decision to overnight here on our way home (a mere two hours away) has already resulted in making bookings to return for an extended period.

We had a large group of us dine in upstairs for dinner and had the best time! Great music, fantastic food and even better service. Would highly recommend this place for a meal or function. Thanks for the awesome night guys, we will definitely be back!

Being on a road trip for 6 weeks in New Zealand, after a day’s drive, we arrived for a 2 night stay, ready to settle in and relax. Unfortunately, there was an error with our reservation - we booked 2 nights, but they had us for only 1 night and it was the busy Easter weekend. Our reservation was made 11 mos before and they immediately acknowledged their error and upgraded us to the only room left, a beachfront apartment! They were kind, courteous and definitely owned up to their error. The room was great, clean, wonderful location and best of all, a very comfortable bed and amazing recliners to sit and watch the ocean from our patio doors! Would highly recommend and was grateful for the wonderful service.