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Wacky Stays

2.5 star property
Suburban bed & breakfast in Kaikōura with free parking

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Tipi / Teepee
Train Carriage
House Truck / Gypsy Wagon | View from room
Colonial Wagon + Sleep Out | Private kitchen
Colonial Wagon + Sleep Out | Front of property

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included
  • Business services
The current price is NZ$207
includes taxes & fees
14 Sept - 15 Sept

Explore the area

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12 Kowhai Ford Road, Kaikoura, 7371
  • Mount Fyffe
  • Kaikoura Beach
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Peninsula Walkway
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

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Farmers Cottage

Farmers Cottage

Highlights

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

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Tipi / Teepee

Tipi / Teepee

Highlights

Outdoor play area
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
  • 7 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Colonial Wagon + Sleep Out | Front of property

Colonial Wagon + Sleep Out

Highlights

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

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Train Carriage

Train Carriage

Highlights

Deck/patio
Outdoor play area
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
  • 26 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Yurt / Mongolian Ger | View from room

Yurt / Mongolian Ger

Highlights

Outdoor play area
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
  • 7 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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House Truck / Gypsy Wagon

House Truck / Gypsy Wagon

Highlights

Outdoor play area
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
  • 9 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the area

Kaikōura

A family-friendly stay in Kaikōura 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 self-parking and a free kids' club. .Enjoy access to ecotours and a playground. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a free manager's reception and after-hours theme park access. Continental breakfast is available daily between 7:00 AM and 8:00 AM. 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 - 5 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Kaikoura Beach - 6 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Fyffe House - 11 min drive - 10.4 km
  • Peninsula Walkway - 11 min drive - 10.4 km
  • Point Kean Seal Colony - 14 min drive - 11.5 km

Getting around

  • Blenheim (BHE-Woodbourne) - 109 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Coopers Catch - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Cods n Cray - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Kaikoura Indian Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Craypot - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Encounter - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Wacky Stays

Suburban bed & breakfast in Kaikōura with free parking
A free manager's reception is offered daily. 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, after-hours theme park access, and early theme park entry are also featured at the family-friendly Wacky Stays. Free self parking is available.

This Kaikōura bed & breakfast is smoke free.

  • 1 floor
  • 6 guestrooms or units
  • 6 buildings
  • Conference rooms
  • 50 sq ft of conference space
  • 5 sq. m of conference space
  • Built in 2013
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Kid's club (free)
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
Wacky Stays offers 6 accommodations with complimentary bathrobes and a hairdryer. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation has separate dining areas and includes dining tables. This Kaikōura bed & breakfast provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices). Guests can make use of the in-room fridges, coffee/tea makers and rice cookers. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and children's dressing gowns. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested. Cots/infant beds (complimentary) and Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) are also available.

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.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:00 AM to 8:00 AM for a fee: NZD 40 for adults and NZD 5 for children
  • Couples/private dining
  • Free daily manager's reception

Things to do

  • After hours theme park access
  • Early theme park entry
  • Ecotours
  • Free children's club
  • Music library
  • Playground
  • Theme park character encounters
  • Video library

Family friendly

  • After hours theme park access
  • Children's games
  • Dining table
  • Early theme park entry
  • Free children's club
  • In-room cot
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Playground
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Separate in-room dining area
  • Theme park character encounters

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages

Business services

  • 50 square feet of conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 6 accessible parking spaces
  • No lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 floor
  • 6 buildings
  • Built in 2013
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

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

More

  • Composting
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Portable fan
  • Recycling
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 9 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
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 will receive an email within 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; your host will greet you
If you are planning to arrive after 2:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests should be aware that 2 dogs reside at this property

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

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

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 25 per night.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: NZD 20 per accommodation, per night
  • Cleaning fee: NZD 30 per accommodation, per stay.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

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: from approximately NZD 40 for adults and from NZD 5 for children
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-in fee for check-in between 9 PM and midnight
  • Late check-out fee: NZD 20.00 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 25 per night
  • 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 and cash
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, 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, Mastercard and cash. This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

Property Registration Number 108-935-910

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.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

National rating

Rating provided by Qualmark®, source of official star ratings for accommodation in New Zealand.

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 13 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Wacky Stays on 14 Sept 2025 start from NZ$176.70, 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 and early theme park entry, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Wacky Stays is a hit with families.

Does Wacky Stays serve breakfast?

Yep, continental breakfast is offered daily between 7:00 AM and 8:00 AM.

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.