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Koura Bay Resort

3.5 star property

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Exterior
A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a view of a golf course through the window, and a green throw blanket.
A golf course with a clubhouse featuring multiple rooms and a pond.
A patio with a stone pillar, a wooden bench, and a table overlooking a grassy field with a view of the horizon.
Daily continental breakfast for a fee

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
The current price is NZ$179
includes taxes & fees
1 Aug - 2 Aug

Explore the area

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75 Koura Bay Dr, Hapuku, Canterbury, 7371
  • Place, Kaikoura Beach
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Kaikoura Museum
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Kaikoura District Museum
    ‪12 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for King Studio

A hotel room with a large bed, a view of the outdoors, and a painting on the wall.

King Studio

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Superior King Suite

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a view of a golf course through the window, and a green throw blanket.

Superior King Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Executive Double Room

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a round mirror above the bed, and two wall-mounted lamps.

Executive Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Hapuku

At Koura Bay Resort, you'll be 7.9 km (4.9 mi) from Kaikoura Beach and 10.3 km (6.4 mi) from Kaikoura Museum. Highlights at this hotel include a golf course, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .This smoke-free hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, concierge services and a terrace. Additionally, you'll find coffee/tea in a common area, a garden and express check-in. Continental breakfast is available daily between 7:30 AM and 9:30 AM. .Places within a 15-minute drive of this 3.5-property class Hapuku hotel include Kaikoura District Museum and Fyffe View Ranch Adventure Park.

What's nearby

  • Kaikoura Beach - 8 min drive - 9.7 km
  • Kaikoura Museum - 12 min drive - 13.0 km
  • Kaikoura District Museum - 12 min drive - 13.0 km
  • Fyffe View Ranch Adventure Park - 14 min drive - 15.1 km
  • Ohau Point Lookout - 18 min drive - 26.9 km

Getting around

  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 156 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Craypot - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Coopers Catch - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Hiku - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Strawberry Tree - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Zephyr - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Koura Bay Resort

Koura Bay Resort offers its guests a golf course. Public spaces have free WiFi. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Koura Bay Resort also features a terrace, a garden, and coffee/tea in common area. Free self parking is available.

This 3.5-star Hapuku hotel is smoke free.

  • 6 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
Koura Bay Resort offers 6 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and designer toiletries. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Pillowtop beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets, down duvets and premium bedding. Televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: NZD 10 to 10 for adults and NZD 10 to 10 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • 9-hole golf course
  • Golf caddies

Family friendly

  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2.5 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 65.0 per day.

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.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately NZD 10 to 10 for adults and NZD 10 to 10 for children
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 65.0 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.5 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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector 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, Mastercard, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property class

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

Property is also known as

Koura Bay Resort Hotel Kaikoura
Koura Bay Resort Hotel
Koura Bay Resort Kaikoura
Koura Bay Resort Kaikoura
Koura Bay Resort Hotel
Koura Bay Resort Hapuku
Koura Bay Resort Hotel Hapuku

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Koura Bay Resort?

Yep, Koura Bay Resort has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at Koura Bay Resort?

As of 31 Jul 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Koura Bay Resort on 1 Aug 2026 start from NZ$179, 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 Koura Bay Resort?

The closest beach to Koura Bay Resort is Kaikoura Beach (5.7 km).

What makes Koura Bay Resort a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus pillowtop beds in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Koura Bay Resort.

Does Koura Bay Resort serve breakfast?

You bet, continental brekkie is offered daily between 7:30 AM and 9:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Koura Bay Resort?

No, Koura Bay Resort does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Koura Bay Resort?

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

Are pets allowed at Koura Bay Resort?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Is there a golf course on site at Koura Bay Resort?

Yep, Koura Bay Resort has a 9-hole golf course. Caddies are also available.

Koura Bay Resort Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 76 out of 104 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 20 out of 104 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 104 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 104 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 104 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Phil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
great room, great views very quiet location, only 10min drive from town
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Spotless, amazing views and very peaceful
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
On arrival the gentleman in reception (I think the owner of the resort) was very helpful and courteous. Although the rooms were compact, they had a fantastic outlook of the 9th hole and the surrounding coastline.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A spacious room with adequate amenities, the bonus being a fantastic outlook across the Kiakoura peninsula.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Maryna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful time! The room is spacious, and the mattress is huge and incredibly comfortable. The bathroom has a shower and a bath. The room is quiet and peaceful. Plus, there’s a nice view of the golf course.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ange

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved our stay would definitely recommend.
Verified review

8/10 Good

BONNIE

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful view! The staff were helpful and it was more like staying in an apartment.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stanley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect quiet location
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing place to stay & play, very quiet, and really convenient
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Wade

Liked: Amenities
Able to arrive after hours no problem and enjoyed 9 holes of golf this morning before we left
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Roger

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay, views, golf course and staff
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Elisha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

helen

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean room.. only spent 1 night.. all ok..
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A stunning place to stay, room was immaculate.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place and great views all around
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely views from the room
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Thank you for having us, beautiful spot.
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Girish

The host was extremely
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The view. from the. room was great. very remote, need a car to get there. and down into town but then it is a golf course.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Esther

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing place - facilities, staff, view, value for money. Will definitely be back if ever in region again. Thanks for a wonderful stay 😊
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Valda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful golf course to play on, no children,great staff
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Tara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Lovely quiet and clean, be great if they offered some more dining services like cooked breakfasts, but lovely outlook and helpful staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved it an will b back!!!!!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Vanessa

The lady who checked us in was lovely. The room smelt damp. There were crumbs on the floor. The bathroon sink had a crack running through it. The fridge and crockery etc were in the wardrobe which was a bit awkward.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gwanghun

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Scenic view of Mount, golf courses and sea around our room is awesome. Simple breakfast prepared in the room was great with free of charge.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023