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Bay Cottages

Bay Cottages

3.0 star property
South Bay
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (108)
"Hosts lovely. Clean, fresh, bright room - those were the winners! "
Australia
Diana
The price is HK$645
HK$745 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec
Bay Cottages
Outdoor spa tub
Alpine-pacific Holiday Park

Alpine-pacific Holiday Park

3.0 star property
3.5 km from South Bay
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (433)
"Exactly what was needed!"
United States
Gregory
The price is HK$516
HK$593 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Alpine-pacific Holiday Park
Beach/ocean view
Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments

Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments

3.0 star property
1.7 km from South Bay
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (578)
"Great stay "
Canada
Meghan
The price is HK$766
HK$881 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments
Exterior
Kaikoura Quality Suites

Kaikoura Quality Suites

3.5 star property
4.3 km from South Bay
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (371)
"Friendly staff, clean room, great central location "
United Kingdom
Debbie
The price is HK$704
HK$809 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Dec - 13 Dec
Kaikoura Quality Suites
Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished
Mondello Kaikoura

Mondello Kaikoura

3.0 star property
3.1 km from South Bay
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (403)
"The staff were welcoming, the room was clean, and it was a great choice for a one-night stay."
Canada
Inna
The price is HK$762
HK$876 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Mondello Kaikoura
Exterior
The Fairways Accommodation Kaikoura

The Fairways Accommodation Kaikoura

3.5 star property
Kaikoura Flat, 3.4 km from South Bay
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (410)
"Wonderful suite in a beautiful location. Staff very helpful and friendly. Highly recommended staying here when visiting Kaikouraa"
United Kingdom
Bernard
The price is HK$752
HK$865 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
The Fairways Accommodation Kaikoura
Exterior
Koura Bay Resort

Koura Bay Resort

3.5 star property
10.1 km from South Bay
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (91)
"Loved our stay would definitely recommend. "
Australia
Ange
The price is HK$812
HK$936 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec
Koura Bay Resort
Premium bedding, down duvets, individually decorated
Te Mahuru Retreat

Te Mahuru Retreat

3.5 star property
Kaikoura Flat, 6.7 km from South Bay
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (151)
"Fantastic property and amazing hosts."
Canada
Colette
The price is HK$742
HK$872 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Dec - 11 Dec
Te Mahuru Retreat
Free self-parking
Alpine View Motel

Alpine View Motel

3.0 star property
4.3 km from South Bay
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (538)
"Awesome clean place to stay, will be back "
Australia
Aporini
The price is HK$609
HK$700 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Dec - 13 Dec
Alpine View Motel
Reception
Sierra Beachfront Motel

Sierra Beachfront Motel

2.5 star property
1.5 km from South Bay
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (264)
"Great place to stay "
Australia
Alan
The price is HK$576
HK$670 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Dec - 11 Dec
Sierra Beachfront Motel
Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker
Kaikoura Gateway Motor Lodge

Kaikoura Gateway Motor Lodge

4.5 star property
2.4 km from South Bay
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (570)
"Clean room, friendly and helpful reception staff, good amenities in room."
Australia
Colette
The price is HK$720
HK$830 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Dec - 12 Dec
Kaikoura Gateway Motor Lodge
Outdoor dining
Kaikoura Boutique Hotel

Kaikoura Boutique Hotel

4.5 star property
1.6 km from South Bay
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (347)
"It was a wonderfully clean room, and great staff."
Canada
Andrew O
The price is HK$875
HK$1,018 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Dec - 11 Dec
Kaikoura Boutique Hotel
Aerial view
Kaikoura Beach Motel

Kaikoura Beach Motel

2.5 star property
1.7 km from South Bay
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (401)
"The room was great and clean, nice for our overnight stay "
Australia
Allan Charles
The price is HK$558
HK$649 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Dec - 11 Dec
Kaikoura Beach Motel
Business centre
Kaikōura TOP 10 Holiday Park

Kaikōura TOP 10 Holiday Park

3.0 star property
3.2 km from South Bay
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (329)
"It was a great stay."
Australia
Grady
The price is HK$586
HK$685 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Kaikōura TOP 10 Holiday Park
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; pool views
Dusky Lodge - Hostel

Dusky Lodge - Hostel

2.0 star property
3.4 km from South Bay
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (217)
"Kind staff and good room . Please announcement for use swimming pool for summer only "
Australia
Asrul aziz
The price is HK$430
HK$494 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Dec - 11 Dec
Dusky Lodge - Hostel
In-room safe, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds
Sudima Kaikoura

Sudima Kaikoura

5.0 star property
1.7 km from South Bay
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (449)
"Clean room, lovely staff and nice restaurant downstairs "
Australia
Anton
The price is HK$859
HK$987 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Dec - 17 Dec
Sudima Kaikoura
Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Hapuku Lodge & Tree Houses

Hapuku Lodge & Tree Houses

5.0 star property
13.2 km from South Bay
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (5)
"Absolutely unforgettable stay from start to finish. The staff were amazing, the grounds are unreal and the pool was divine. What a fantastic place, I wish it was closer to my home so I could come back regularly!"
United Kingdom
Kate
The price is HK$6,775
HK$7,867 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Dec - 11 Dec
Hapuku Lodge & Tree Houses
Living area
Kaikoura Motor Inn

Kaikoura Motor Inn

2.0 star property
4.9 km from South Bay
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (507)
"Staff very friendly. Very clean rooms, great part of town ,great price."
Australia
Karen
The price is HK$660
HK$759 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Kaikoura Motor Inn
Interior detail
The White Morph - Heritage Collection

The White Morph - Heritage Collection

4.5 star property
1.4 km from South Bay
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (626)
"Great location ... excellent value for money"
Australia
Jason
The price is HK$1,062
HK$1,230 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Dec - 11 Dec
The White Morph - Heritage Collection
Property amenity
Bella Vista Motel Kaikoura

Bella Vista Motel Kaikoura

4.0 star property
2 km from South Bay
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (301)
"Great overnight stay."
Australia
Annatjie
The price is HK$650
HK$749 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Dec - 14 Dec
Bella Vista Motel Kaikoura
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Where to stay in South Bay

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Kaikoura Flat

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

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Kaikoura Peninsula

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

Top South Bay Hotel Reviews

Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments

Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments

10/10 Excellent
"We stayed in an apartment on the ground floor which was very convenient. It was comfortable and quiet even though it was located on a main road. The location was pleasant with views of the water, but it was not walkable to restaurants."
Joan 2-night trip
Posted 6 days ago
Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments

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Frequently asked questions

What is South Bay like?
Travellers will be sure to enjoy their time in Kaikōura's South Bay neighbourhood.
Where is the best hotel for a stay in South Bay?
Based on our traveller data, Bay Cottages is one of the top choices for your stay in South Bay. This cottage offers free parking and private patios. Other good choices for your stay in the area include Kaikoura Fishing Retreat, not just for fishing!!! and Beach front cottage.
How many hotels will I find in South Bay?
When you want to put your feet up after a day of exploring the sights in Kaikōura, you can choose from 14 Expedia hotels and other accommodation options in South Bay.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in South Bay, will I receive a refund?
Yes, most hotel room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view top deals in South Bay.
What is there to do in this Kaikōura neighbourhood?
Fyffe House, Peninsula Walkway and Point Kean Seal Colony are just a few of the places to visit in and around South Bay. When you're sightseeing in Kaikōura, Kaikoura District Museum and Kaikoura Museum are also worth a stop.