South Bay

Kaikōura

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Photo by Nicole Smelson

Popular places to visit

Peninsula Walkway featuring general coastal views and rugged coastline

Peninsula Walkway

5/5(30 reviews)

You can take time to visit Peninsula Walkway during your travels to Kaikōura. Wander the seaside or discover the area's mountain views.

Peninsula Walkway

Mount Fyffe

4.5/5(6 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Mount Fyffe and enjoy the mountain views during your trip to Kaikōura. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

Mount Fyffe

Point Kean Seal Colony

4.5/5(23 reviews)

Find out about the history of Kaikōura when you spend time at Point Kean Seal Colony. Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's mountain views.

Point Kean Seal Colony

Fyffe View Ranch Adventure Park

5/5(2 reviews)

Enjoy an outing to Fyffe View Ranch Adventure Park during your stay in Kaikōura. Wander the seaside or discover the area's mountain views.

Fyffe View Ranch Adventure Park

Fyffe House

5/5(1 review)

You can learn about the history of Kaikōura with a visit to Fyffe House. Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's mountain views.

Fyffe House

Kaikoura District Museum

4.5/5(3 reviews)

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Kaikoura District Museum during your trip to Kaikōura. Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's mountain views.

Kaikoura District Museum

South Bay Hotel Deals

Wakatu (wait a while) Cottage
Wakatu (wait a while) Cottage
South Bay
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Kaikoura. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and a garden. Popular attractions Fyffe House and Peninsula Walkway ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (156 reviews)
Great
"Great spot and the batch was perfect for us"

Reviewed on 19 April 2025

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Wakatu (wait a while) Cottage
Kaikoura's lovely South Bays Cottage
Kaikoura's lovely South Bays Cottage
South Bay
Stay at this vacation home in Kaikoura. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and patios. Popular attractions Fyffe House and Peninsula Walkway are located nearby.
8.8/10 Excellent! (146 reviews)
Great bach
"Great little place, was warm and had everything we needed for the weekend. Quiet location close to walking track."

Reviewed on 13 April 2025

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Kaikoura's lovely South Bays Cottage
Bay Cottages
Bay Cottages
3 out of 5
29a South Bay Parade, Kaikoura
The price is AED 292 per night from May 1 to May 2
AED 292
AED 338 total
includes taxes & fees
1 May - 2 May
Stay at this 3-star beach cottage in Kaikoura. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and free bicycles on site. Popular attractions Kaikoura District Museum and Kaikoura ...
"We had a lovely overnight stay. Gus was very friendly and helpful. Situated right across the road from the ocean. Would thoroughly recommend Bay Cottages. 🙂"

Reviewed on 18 April 2025

Bay Cottages
Beach front cottage
Beach front cottage
Kaikoura
The price is AED 503 per night from Apr 29 to Apr 30
AED 503
AED 744 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Apr - 30 Apr
Stay at this cottage in Kaikoura. Enjoy free WiFi, an in-room coffeemaker, and air conditioning. Popular attractions Fyffe House and Peninsula Walkway are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (23 reviews)
Kaikoura Cottage
"An old "dog friendly" cottage that has been modernized with double glazed windows, heat pump, new appliances (fridge, microwave, stove, tv ....). Very comfortable stay. It is opposite the boat launch and they launch boats from 4:00 am so take some earplugs. Good value for money."

Reviewed on 6 April 2025

Beach front cottage
Kaikoura Fishing Retreat, not just for fishing!!!
Kaikoura Fishing Retreat, not just for fishing!!!
Kaikoura
The price is AED 350 per night from Apr 27 to Apr 28
AED 350
AED 764 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Apr - 28 Apr
Stay at this vacation home in Kaikōura. Enjoy air conditioning. Popular attractions Fyffe House and Peninsula Walkway are located nearby.
9.8/10 Exceptional! (9 reviews)
family gathering
"Lovely stay thank you"

Reviewed on 25 February 2025

Kaikoura Fishing Retreat, not just for fishing!!!
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
The price is AED 503 per night from Apr 26 to Apr 27
AED 503
AED 650 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Apr - 27 Apr
Stay at this vacation home in Kaikoura. Popular attractions Fyffe House and Peninsula Walkway are located nearby.
Great old school bach
"Old bach, done up inside. Spacious and comfortable. Great location. Loved it."

Reviewed on 3 April 2025

Waterfront 3 -bedroom bungalow opposite the South Bay Marina and public slipway
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Other neighborhoods around South Bay

Peninsula Walkway showing tranquil scenes

Kaikoura Peninsula

While visiting Kaikoura Peninsula, you might make a stop by sights like Peninsula Walkway and Point Kean Seal Colony.

Kaikoura Peninsula
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Kaikoura Flat

If you're spending some time in Kaikoura Flat, Kaikoura Beach and Mount Fyffe are top sights worth seeing.

Kaikoura Flat

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