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Kaikoura Seaside Lodge

2.0 star property
Family-friendly beachfront hostel near Peninsula Walkway

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Hiking
Toys, books, video library
Dining
Toys, books, video library
Exterior

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Kitchen
The current price is NZ$125
includes taxes & fees
4 Feb - 5 Feb

Explore the area

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268 Esplanade, Kaikoura, Canterbury, 7300
  • Place, Kaikoura Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Fyffe House
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Peninsula Walkway
    ‪2 min drive‬

Room options

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Comfort Suite

Comfort Suite

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Fridge
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
4 bathrooms
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Panoramic Room | Beach/ocean view

Panoramic Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Fridge
Hairdryer
4 bathrooms
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Blender
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds
  • Ocean view

About the area

Kaikōura

A family-friendly stay in Kaikōura awaits you at Kaikoura Seaside Lodge. Within a 30-minute stroll, you'll find Kaikoura Beach and Peninsula Walkway. Highlights at this beachfront hostel include free in-room WiFi. .Enjoy access to bike hire and a playground. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a microwave in a common area and a fridge in a common area. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Sights within a 30-minute drive of this Kaikōura hostel include Point Kean Seal Colony and Ohau Point Lookout.
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What's nearby

  • Kaikoura Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Fyffe House - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Peninsula Walkway - 2 min drive - 1.1 km
  • Kaikoura Museum - 3 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Point Kean Seal Colony - 5 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • Blenheim (BHE-Woodbourne) - 106 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Whaler - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Why Not Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Kaikoura Seafood BBQ - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪King Tide Eatery - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Encounter - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Kaikoura Seaside Lodge

Family-friendly beachfront hostel near Peninsula Walkway
Kaikoura Seaside Lodge offers its guests barbecue grills, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden. Public spaces have free WiFi. The family-friendly Kaikoura Seaside Lodge also features a picnic area, a corner/local shop, and a communal living room. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Kaikōura hostel.

  • 12 guestrooms or units
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Corner/local shop
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Fridge in a common area
Kaikoura Seaside Lodge offers 12 accommodations with shared/communal kitchens and a hairdryer. This accommodation offers separate dining areas. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and microwaves.

Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Bathrooms include a shower. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)). Housekeeping is offered on request and change of towels can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited number of on-site self parking spaces per unit

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Books
  • Games
  • Playground
  • TV in common areas
  • Video library

Family friendly

  • Baby toys
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's books
  • Children's games
  • Children's toys
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Playground
  • Separate in-room dining area
  • Stroller
  • Trampoline

Conveniences

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping on request
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • On the bay
  • On the beach
  • On the boardwalk/promenade
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Communal living room
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4 detached shared bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Blender
  • Cleaning supplies
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Separate dining area
  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 5:00 AM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 3.5 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code, front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • 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.

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3.5 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay, Carte Blanche and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

National rating

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities and services.

Property is also known as

Kaikoura Seaside Kaikoura
Kaikoura Seaside Lodge Kaikoura
Kaikoura Seaside Lodge Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Kaikoura Seaside Lodge Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Kaikoura

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Kaikoura Seaside Lodge?

Kaikoura Seaside Lodge offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Kaikoura Seaside Lodge?

As of 28 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Kaikoura Seaside Lodge on 4 Feb 2026 start from NZ$124.98, 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.

Is parking available at Kaikoura Seaside Lodge?

Yep, Kaikoura Seaside Lodge has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited (max 1 space per unit).

Are there any beaches close to Kaikoura Seaside Lodge?

Yep, Kaikoura Seaside Lodge is a short 16-minute walk from Kaikoura Beach.

Is Kaikoura Seaside Lodge family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as babysitting services and a playground, as well as children's books in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Kaikoura Seaside Lodge is a hit with families.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Kaikoura Seaside Lodge?

No, Kaikoura Seaside Lodge does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Kaikoura Seaside Lodge?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Kaikoura Seaside Lodge?

No, pets are not allowed.

Kaikoura Seaside Lodge Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 11 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 11 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 11 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 11 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 11 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

7.0/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Amenities

6.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent stay. Very accommodating when I messed up booking. Clean and well run.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Graham

sfVXSTB4 ATHD
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Bryce

Travelled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Didn’t stay but still payed because didn’t relise was back packers and wanted our own bathroom
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gilly

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thoroughly enjoyed our time at Kaikoura Seaside Lodge. Excellent communication regarding access and keys. Great kitchen facilities. Loved the body wash, handwash and towels in the bathrooms. Would recommend highly and will stay next time we are in Kaikoura. A great asset for Kaikoura.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Russell

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sharing bathroom facilities. Not suitable for us. Did not stay there. Shared Kitchen & TV lounge not for us. It was like a back packers place.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Moragh

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic views from front rooms and good value. Was a fair way out from town but still walkable and close to the fantastic Pier Hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eden

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erik

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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Stayed 1 night in May 2025