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The 10 Best Holiday Rentals in Kaikoura, New Zealand

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Boasting a private beach area, terrace and views of sea, Waves on the Esplanade is situated in Kaikoura, a few steps from Kaikoura Beach. This beachfront property offers access to free WiFi and free private parking. Guests can enjoy mountain views.

Location, very well equipped,clean

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9.2
Superb
243 reviews
Price from
£177
per night

Located in Kaikoura in the Canterbury region, Deerbrooke Kaikōura Chalets - Chalet 1 has a garden. The chalet also provides free WiFi, free private parking and facilities for disabled guests.

The spacious chalet with a balcony and mountain views features 1 bedroom, a living room, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchenette with a microwave and a toaster, and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower. A private entrance leads guests into the chalet, where they can enjoy some fruits and chocolates or cookies. The accommodation is non-smoking.

very neat and clean with all amenities

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9.7
Exceptional
157 reviews
Price from
£165
per night

Located in Kaikoura, a few steps from Kaikoura Beach, Kaikoura Luxury Apartments - Formerly Waves Luxury Apartments features a terrace and views of the sea. This beachfront property offers access to free WiFi and free private parking. The apartment features family rooms and facilities for disabled guests.

I took my elderly Mum and Aunty on a road trip from Wellington, to Nelson, to Kaikoura, to Christchurch, to Greymouth, to Nelson and back home. We stayed here on the top floor of the side that has elevator access - And it was just PERFECT!! Accessible, comfortable, warm, clean, Great View, across the road from the beach, town just up the road ... Couldn't have been happier :-) And very friendly and helpful staff. Would definitely stay here again if we're in Kaikoura.

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9
Superb
464 reviews
Price from
£183
per night

Set in Kaikoura, less than 1 km from Kaikoura Beach, Mondello Kaikoura provides accommodation with air conditioning and access to a garden. This 4-star apartment offers luggage storage space and room service. The apartment also offers free WiFi, free private parking and facilities for disabled guests.

room - very clean and close to supermarkets by walking about 5-10 min

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9
Superb
996 reviews
Price from
£67
per night

Glenburn Coastal Retreat in Kaikoura provides adults-only accommodation with an open-air bath and a garden. This beachfront property offers access to a patio, free private parking and free WiFi. The apartment has private entrance.

Everything! Beautiful location, very secluded, which was also desired on our part, as we wanted to relax here for 5 days / 4 nights before our return journey. The furnishings are very high quality, kitchen well equipped, TV with app function. The bathtub is amazing. Saw dolphins twice from the bed with the telescope (also available in the house). The terrace at the back is quite sheltered from the wind, I could even sunbathe at 16 degrees and I wasn't cold. A clear recommendation!

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9.8
Exceptional
167 reviews
Price from
£230
per night

Located in Kaikoura, Awatea Country Bed & Breakfast features accommodation with seating area. With mountain views, this accommodation offers a balcony. The bed and breakfast also provides free WiFi, free private parking and facilities for disabled guests.

the backyard and its view of Kaikoura Mtns was unmatched. Dennis gave us a tour of the farm animals and gardens. He and Ann made us a generous and tasty breakfast.

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9.7
Exceptional
186 reviews
Price from
£79
per night

Guests staying at Room With a View can enjoy views over the majestic Kaikoura Ranges, as well as a 180 degree view of the ocean. Free WiFi and free private parking for trailers, caravans or large vehicles are available.

We love the style and decoration of the house including the available facilities and details. The owner must love the house so much, so we thank for sharing the lovely place with us. The view is superb. The garden is beautiful. The 3rd bedroom has an ensuite facility and very private. We didn't use the study room though the owner left us a key to access as well. We didn't cook but the kitchen utensils are of good quality.

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9
Superb
267 reviews
Price from
£153
per night

Offering free WiFi and free breakfast, The Hamptons B&B is set in a quiet, seaside location just 15 minutes' walk from central Kaikoura. All rooms feature a patio and a flat-screen smart TV.

The family-owned Hamptons Bed & Breakfast is 5 minutes' drive from Kaikoura Racecourse. It is 20 minutes' drive from Ohau Stream Walkway and Waterfall.

Amazing location and wonderful hosts

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9.7
Exceptional
368 reviews
Price from
£134
per night

Located on two landscaped acres surrounded by mountains, farmlands and views to the peninsula, Te Mahuru Retreat is just a 5-minute drive to Whale Watch Kaikoura. The lodge features a shared fully-equipped kitchen, large living and dining room and outside entertaining area with a hot tub with breathtaking views of the mountains.

It's such a quiet and peaceful place. Perfect to unwind a bit.

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9.3
Superb
778 reviews
Price from
£76
per night

Offering free Wi-Fi and free parking, Inn the Bay Bed & Breakfast is a 10-minute walk from Kaikoura's town centre. It features splendid mountain and ocean views from the guest lounge and balcony. Guests enjoy included continental breakfast daily.

Highly recommend Inn the Bay B&B. Amazing beachfront location. The room is spacious, warm and comfortable, and dark and quiet at night time. A lovely breakfast is supplied each morning with an assortment of cereals, fresh fruit, yoghurt and orange juice as well as tea and coffee. Lovely big shower. Kylie and Luke are fantastic hosts, who are more than happy to help with recommendations and suggestions of things to do/places to see in the area.

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9.3
Superb
133 reviews
Price from
£134
per night

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  • Deerbrooke Kaikōura Chalets - Chalet 1
    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 157 reviews

    Located in Kaikoura in the Canterbury region, Deerbrooke Kaikōura Chalets - Chalet 1 has a garden. The chalet also provides free WiFi, free private parking and facilities for disabled guests.

    Stunning and new chalets and extremely spacious. Loved the animals near by

  • Awatea Country Bed & Breakfast
    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 186 reviews

    Located in Kaikoura, Awatea Country Bed & Breakfast features accommodation with seating area. With mountain views, this accommodation offers a balcony.

    Helpful host. Enjoyed the garden to sit and relax.

  • The Hamptons
    Breakfast options
    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 368 reviews

    Offering free WiFi and free breakfast, The Hamptons B&B is set in a quiet, seaside location just 15 minutes' walk from central Kaikoura. All rooms feature a patio and a flat-screen smart TV.

    Modern room, excellent shower and lovely friendly hosts.

  • Te Mahuru Retreat
    Breakfast options
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 780 reviews

    Located on two landscaped acres surrounded by mountains, farmlands and views to the peninsula, Te Mahuru Retreat is just a 5-minute drive to Whale Watch Kaikoura.

    Very nice location and good accommodation. Kind host

  • Inn the Bay Bed & Breakfast
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 134 reviews

    Offering free Wi-Fi and free parking, Inn the Bay Bed & Breakfast is a 10-minute walk from Kaikoura's town centre. It features splendid mountain and ocean views from the guest lounge and balcony.

    Fantastic location, excellent breakfast, great room

  • Deerbrooke Kaikōura Chalets - Chalet 2
    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 91 reviews

    Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a patio, Deerbrooke Kaikōura Chalets - Chalet 2 is set in Kaikoura. This holiday home has a garden.

    The quality of the accommodation, the lovely location and the animals

  • Cubby House Stay Kaikoura
    9.9
    Scored 9.9
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 59 reviews

    Cubby House Stay Kaikoura is unique, quirky, and a must-stay. 2-storey, self-contained private holiday home with a balcony and a deck to take in stunning elevated views over farmlands, mountains, and...

    well equipped with everything you could possibly need

  • Kakatu Retreat Bed & Breakfast
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 105 reviews

    Offering garden views, Kakatu Retreat Bed & Breakfast in Kaikoura provides accommodation, a garden and a shared lounge. Featuring a lift, this property also provides guests with a barbecue.

    Quiet, views were fantastic and the table tennis was cool.

These holiday rentals in Kaikoura have options with FREE cancellation

  • Waves on the Esplanade
    Free cancellation options available
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 243 reviews

    Boasting a private beach area, terrace and views of sea, Waves on the Esplanade is situated in Kaikoura, a few steps from Kaikoura Beach.

    The location was great. The apartment had everything we needed

  • Kaikoura Luxury Apartments - Formerly Waves Luxury Apartments
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 464 reviews

    Located in Kaikoura, a few steps from Kaikoura Beach, Kaikoura Luxury Apartments - Formerly Waves Luxury Apartments features a terrace and views of the sea.

    ideal location for the view and walking into town.

  • Mondello Kaikoura
    Free cancellation options available
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 997 reviews

    Set in Kaikoura, less than 1 km from Kaikoura Beach, Mondello Kaikoura provides accommodation with air conditioning and access to a garden.

    Modern, warm and spotlessly clean with good facilities.

  • Glenburn Coastal Retreat
    Free cancellation options available
    9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 167 reviews

    Glenburn Coastal Retreat in Kaikoura provides adults-only accommodation with an open-air bath and a garden. This beachfront property offers access to a patio, free private parking and free WiFi.

    Stunning location, beautifully furnished and equipped.

  • A Room With a View
    Free cancellation options available
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 267 reviews

    Guests staying at Room With a View can enjoy views over the majestic Kaikoura Ranges, as well as a 180 degree view of the ocean.

    Amazing views. Clean, tidy with everything you need.

  • Mountainview
    Free cancellation options available
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 7 reviews

    Located in Kaikoura in the Canterbury region, Mountainview features a garden.

    Spacious and comfortable, variety of games and puzzles

  • On The Edge
    Free cancellation options available
    9.9
    Scored 9.9
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 10 reviews

    Set in Kaikoura in the Canterbury region, On The Edge features a garden. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi.

    Everything! 房间面朝大海有着令人惊叹的景观,看日出,看海豚。 设施也配备完全,是在凯库拉的不二选择。

  • Hapuku River Terrace a Eco Tiny House escape
    Free cancellation options available
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 74 reviews

    Hapuku River Terrace a Eco Tiny House escape is located in Kaikoura and offers a garden, a bar and barbecue facilities. This property offers access to a terrace and free private parking.

    Perfectly appointed tiny home with amazing views .

Highly rated holiday rentals in Kaikoura

  • Views on Scarborough
    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 7 reviews

    Located in Kaikoura in the Canterbury region, Views on Scarborough has a garden.

  • Absolutely
    8.0+ review score
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 29 reviews

    Absolutely is situated in Kaikoura and offers a terrace. This holiday home offers free private parking and bicycle parking. The property is non-smoking and is set 1.2 km from Kaikoura Beach.

    Lovely view and comfortable bed! Perfect for our time in Kaikoura

  • Ludstone Villa - A charming family home
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 5 reviews

    Set in Kaikoura in the Canterbury region, with Kaikoura Beach nearby, Ludstone Villa - A charming family home offers accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

  • White Caps Kaikoura Farmstay
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 49 reviews

    Set in Kaikoura in the Canterbury region, White Caps Kaikoura Farmstay offers accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. The property features mountain views.

    Very comfortable bed and pillows and friendly service

  • Bliss on the Bay
    8.0+ review score
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 18 reviews

    Located in Kaikoura, 2.2 km from Kaikoura Beach, Bliss on the Bay provides air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony and free WiFi. This holiday home offers a garden as well as a terrace.

    instructions emailed prior to arrival. Easy to access.

  • The Lookout
    8.0+ review score
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 35 reviews

    Situated in Kaikoura, 1.6 km from Kaikoura Beach, The Lookout features air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony and free WiFi. The property has garden and quiet street views.

    Amazing view, great location, had nice two nights there

  • Executive Home
    8.0+ review score
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 61 reviews

    Situated in Kaikoura in the Canterbury region, Executive Home features a garden. This property offers access to a patio and free private parking.

    Spacious house, huge family area, quite neighborhood

  • Kopuha
    8.0+ review score
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 35 reviews

    Located in Kaikoura in the Canterbury region, Kopuha has a garden. This beachfront property offers access to a patio, free private parking and free WiFi.

    location perfect, quiet, could hear the sea, we were 1 block away.

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Holiday rentals that guests love in Kaikoura

  • Avg. price/night: £258.59
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 35 reviews
    A really well stocked holiday home, they have thought of everything for you. Plenty of crockery and glassware, outdoor furniture was fantastic. Front deck for morning sun, back deck for evening sun, just perfect. Views were exceptional. House is on a hill, so was great to soak in all the Kaikoura scenery. The cleanliness of the property was also much appreciated.
    Kellie
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: £237.38
    10
    Scored 10
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 6 reviews
    Exceptional Villa, fantastic views, the main bedroom was huge it was so nicely furnished as was the whole villa, one of the hosts Peter was very friendly and helpful . Anyway it was one of the most comfortable places we have ever stayed at anywhere.
    S
    Shirley
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £56.11
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 951 reviews
    The motel is located right at the ocean shore in a very nice former whale hunters village. The room was not too big, but good enough for one night stay and we enjoyed rewatching the Lord of the Rings movie on Netflix before visiting Hobbiton afterwards. The morning run along the shore for some of us was also very inspiring. Great stay!
    Andrey
    Family with young children
  • 8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 5 reviews
    Perfect spot for a weekend away with the girls. Sensational views, and an easy walk to the village. The house was spotless and had everything we needed for our trip. Slept soundly because it was so quiet :)
    Claridge
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £156.82
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 14 reviews
    Really good location on the promenade, from which to explore the town on foot. A range of shops at one end and The Pier hotel and restaurant at the other. The Villa was also chosen as our base because of easy access to whale watching activities. Access was easy, good car parking on site and we were very comfortable during our stay.
    Nigel
    Group
  • 9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 62 reviews
    A well appointed and equipped holiday home that had all we needed. Would definitely stay again
    Ibhappi
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: £81.05
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 780 reviews
    Fabulous place and professionally run. One of the Best places so far. Tied with Villa Te Soro. Go and stay there for a great relaxing time.
    Tom Shanagarry
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £263.99
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 17 reviews
    Good location, warm home with all the facilities needed. Excellent helpful host (Alison at Kaikoura Holiday homes) Nice view.
    Hamish
    Family with young children
  • 9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 41 reviews
    A great place for a group of friends to stay. It is a beautiful villa….. very spacious, lovely big living area, well equipped kitchen, five bedrooms each with an ensuite( brilliant asset), clean, warm, good sized outdoor area, lovely spa pool, off street private parking. We couldn’t speak highly enough of the property.
    Judy
    People with friends
  • Avg. price/night: £59.95
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 922 reviews
    This place was fantastic!! Brilliant location, lovely views and a very well presented and modern property. One of the best holiday homes I have stayed in. This will definitely be on my list of must stays when in the area again, and will recommend to everyone. Lovely and clean also. We didn't use the fire but was lovely and warm with the heaters going. Beds were extremely comfortable also.
    Charlotte hunt
    Family with young children

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