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Wacky Stays

2.5 star property
Suburban Kaikoura bed & breakfast in Kaikoura Flat with free breakfast

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Children's play area - outdoor
Tipi / Teepee
House Truck / Gypsy Wagon | View from room
Train Carriage
Colonial Wagon + Sleep Out | Private kitchen
Reviews
8.8

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Breakfast includedBreakfast includedBreakfast included
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Business servicesBusiness servicesBusiness services

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Map
12 Kowhai Ford Road, Kaikoura, 7371
  • Popular LocationKaikoura District Museum4 min drive
  • Popular LocationKaikoura Beach10 min drive
  • Popular LocationPeninsula Walkway11 min drive
  • AirportBlenheim (BHE-Woodbourne)109 min drive

Room options

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Farmers Cottage

Farmers Cottage

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
  • 32 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds and 2 Single Beds

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Tipi / Teepee

Tipi / Teepee

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Dining table
  • 7 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Colonial Wagon + Sleep Out | Front of property

Colonial Wagon + Sleep Out

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
  • 12 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Bunk Beds OR 2 Large Single Beds and 2 Single Bunk Beds

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Train Carriage

Train Carriage

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
  • 26 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Bunk Beds

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Yurt / Mongolian Ger | View from room

Yurt / Mongolian Ger

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Dining table
  • 7 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

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House Truck / Gypsy Wagon

House Truck / Gypsy Wagon

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
  • 9 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Kaikoura

A family-friendly stay in Kaikoura awaits you at Wacky Stays. You'll be 4.7 km (2.9 mi) from Kaikoura Museum and 4.8 km (3 mi) from Kaikoura District Museum. Highlights at this eco-friendly B&B include free continental breakfast, free self-parking and a free kids' club. .Enjoy access to ecotours and a playground. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and a free manager's reception. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. .Sights within a 15-minute drive of this Kaikoura Flat B&B include Fyffe House and Kaikoura Beach.
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What's nearby

  • Kaikoura District Museum - 4 min drive
  • Fyffe House - 9 min drive
  • Kaikoura Beach - 10 min drive
  • Peninsula Walkway - 11 min drive
  • Point Kean Seal Colony - 11 min drive

Getting around

  • Blenheim (BHE-Woodbourne) - 109 min drive

Restaurants

  • Cods & Crayfish - 5 min drive
  • Lobster Inn Tavern - 4 min drive
  • Kaikoura Bakery - 5 min drive
  • Strawberry Tree - 5 min drive
  • The Craypot - 5 min drive

About this property

Wacky Stays

Suburban Kaikoura bed & breakfast in Kaikoura Flat with free breakfast
Free breakfast is served, and guests can also enjoy a free manager's reception. WiFi is free in public spaces. Event space at this bed & breakfast measures 50 square feet (5 square metres) and includes conference space. A complimentary children's club, barbecue grills, and a garden are also featured at the family-friendly Wacky Stays. Free self parking is available.

This Kaikoura bed & breakfast is smoke free.

  • 6 guestrooms or units
  • 6 buildings
  • Conference rooms
  • 50 sq ft of conference space
  • 5 sq. m of conference space
  • Built in 2013
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Kid's club (free)
  • Conference space
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
Wacky Stays offers 6 accommodations with complimentary dressing gowns and a hairdryer. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation includes dining tables. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges, coffee/tea makers and rice cookers. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and children's dressing gowns.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage and the local economy.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast
  • Couples/private dining
  • Free daily manager's reception

Things to do

  • Ecotours
  • Free children's club
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Children's games
  • Dining table
  • Free children's club
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks

Guest services

  • No housekeeping
  • Proposal/romance packages

Business services

  • 50 square feet of conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 6 buildings
  • Built in 2013
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Children's robe
  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Rice cooker
  • Toaster

More

  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 9 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee for check-in between 9 PM and midnight
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: NZD 20.00

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 3 per cent for credit card payments
There is no front desk at this property
Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance

Access methods

Private entrance

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free
  • Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Late check-in fee for check-in between 9 PM and midnight
  • Late check-out fee: NZD 20.00 (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3 per cent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Alcohol isn't served at Wacky Stays.

National rating

Qualmark® assigns an official star rating for accommodation in New Zealand. This Bed & Breakfast property is rated 2 star plus, and is displayed on this page as 2.5 stars.
Official New Zealand Rating provided by Qualmark®

Property is also known as

Wacky Stays Country House Kaikoura
Wacky Stays Country House
Wacky Stays Kaikoura
Wacky Stays
Wacky Stays Kaikoura
Wacky Stays Bed & breakfast
Wacky Stays Bed & breakfast Kaikoura

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Wacky Stays?

Yep, Wacky Stays has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at Wacky Stays?

As of 22 May 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Wacky Stays on 24 May 2024 start from NZ$191.00, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Are there any beaches close to Wacky Stays?

The closest beach to Wacky Stays is Kaikoura Beach (4.2 km).

Is Wacky Stays family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a free children's club, a playground and a BBQ, it's no surprise that Wacky Stays is a hit with families.

Does Wacky Stays serve breakfast?

Yep, complimentary continental breakfast is on offer at Wacky Stays.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Wacky Stays?

No, Wacky Stays does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Wacky Stays?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Wacky Stays?

Furry friends are welcome at Wacky Stays, with food and water bowls on offer.

Wacky Stays Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 42 out of 73 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 22 out of 73 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 73 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 73 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 73 reviews" "

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Evelyn

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness
We enjoyed our stays however was overwhelmed by the rules on staying at the property the book lists was over the top and felt unwelcoming especially if you stay a minute over 10am checkout time they charge $20 per hour, the kitchen was good however not really clean the pots and pans need upgrading the owner was not friendly so made us uncomfortable on arrival. Maybe kids would like it with all the animals around the dogs were the best part so lovely.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Michael

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was most unique, a railroading buff would love it. A bit pricey but we didnt have other options. A vintage NZ train car you could sleep, eat and bathe in.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Zhaoli

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We stayed in the yurt for one night. The owner was super friendly and considerate. He provided great hospitality to our family with a clean and fun yurt space, private bathroom, breakfast including fresh free range eggs and other breakfast options. My kids and I also enjoyed feeding and encountering the different types of farm animals onsite. Overall, we were very happy to stay in Wacky Stays. Highly recommended!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was really unique experience staying in the wagon. We really loved feeding the animals.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

6/10 Okay

Leigh

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome stay, very comfy and clean. Unique experience, recommend feeding the animals in the morning.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

jayne

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The places you could pick to stay in, the fresh air, the uniqueness, the animals, the quietness, the old school ness!!!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Diana

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was a great place to relax and enjoy the amazing scenery. Very comfortable and staff are extremely helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very magical place, awesomely different.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2022