Offering a sun terrace and views of a native reserve and mountains and partial sea views, Kakatu Retreat is located in Kaikoura, next to an 18-hole golf course and just a 5-minute walk from the beach. Options for a self-service continental breakfast are provided, and free parking is available onsite. All rooms include a flat-screen Smart TV and some rooms include an en suite. Kakatu Retreat features free WiFi. You will find a shared kitchen, lounge and dining area at the property. Also available are ironing facilities. Restaurants, bars, supermarkets, a fitness centre, museum and library are located in the town centre, a 5-minute drive from Kakatu Retreat. You can engage in various activities, such as golfing, cycling, hiking, whale watching, kayaking, and scenic flights within the area.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.7 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.8)

Breakfast info

Continental

Free parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 2:
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 3:
2 single beds
Bedroom 4:
1 extra-large double bed
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Property practices

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.0
Facilities
9.1
Cleanliness
9.4
Comfort
9.4
Value for money
8.7
Location
8.8
Free WiFi
8.8
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Christina
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Room was huge! Bed was also huge and very comfortable. Room was warm, electric blankets and wall heater. Bathroom large, hot water and good water pressure from shower. The shared spaces were also very big. Everything we needed in the kitchen -...
  • Tamika
    Australia Australia
    Easy to access, so much room! A great price! Heating was fantastic! Would definitely book again if in the area again. 😀
  • Ornella
    Argentina Argentina
    We had the whole place for ourserlves. The rooms was comfy, smart tv, towels and bed were amazing as you could move your body up and down and it had electric blankets. Brekkie was complete, ac all around the place ping pong in the living room and...

Managed by Mary & Stephen

Company review score: 9Based on 592 reviews from 27 properties
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Neighbourhood information

Few places in the world can boast of such nature wonders as those offered by land and sea in Kaikoura. The seaside settlement is the most northern district in the Canterbury region located on the east coast of the South Island (an ideal location for both north and south bound travellers). Kaikoura is located 2.5 hours drive from Christchurch, 1.5 hours from Blenheim and only 2 hours from Picton - the gateway to the North Island.

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

Facilities of Kakatu Retreat
Great facilities! Review score, 9.1

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
View
  • Garden view
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • BBQ facilities
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Activities
  • Table tennis
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
  • Accessible parking
Services
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Luggage storage
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
Safety & security
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
General
  • Electric blankets
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Lift
  • Fan
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
  • Higher level toilet
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible
Languages spoken
  • English

House rules
Kakatu Retreat takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 15:00
Check-out
Until 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children older than 5 years are welcome.

Children 6 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

5+ years
Extra bed upon request
NZD 50 per person, per night

Prices for extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no cots available at this property.

All extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
VisaMastercardEftposCash
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 21:00 and 09:00.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note that there is a 3% charge when you pay with a credit card.

Payment via eWAY is also available. For further information please contact the property in advance, using the contact details found on the booking confirmation.

Quiet hours are between 21:00:00 and 09:00:00.

FAQs about Kakatu Retreat

  • Check-in at Kakatu Retreat is from 15:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

  • Kakatu Retreat is 2.1 miles from the centre of Kaikoura. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Kakatu Retreat offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Table tennis
    • Golf course (within 3 km)

  • Guests staying at Kakatu Retreat can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 7.5).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental

  • The prices at Kakatu Retreat may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Room options at Kakatu Retreat include:

    • Twin
    • Double
    • Apartment