Welcome to Boutique Hotel Kaikoura – Kaikoura

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About the Hotel

146 Esplanade, Kaikoura, New Zealand

Boutique Hotel Kaikoura, a 5-star historic hotel, is situated right on the waterfront on Kaikoura's majestic Esplanade, with buildings surrounding a sun-soaked courtyard garden.

Stylish Ocean Rooms

Rooms at Boutique Hotel Kaikoura feature ultra comfortable queen beds with superior linen and Marimekko inspired interior design. All guestrooms include premium bedding, free WiFi, flat screen smart TVs, fridges, and tea/coffee making facilities, with all rooms offering Pacific Ocean views and most featuring balconies.

Mountain-View Dining

Guests come to enjoy eats and drinks with spectacular ocean and snow-capped mountain views. The hotel serves house-made lavosh and grissini that visitors must try.

Marine Wildlife Experiences

The staff at the tour desk can assist with arranging local activities. Guests can explore whale-watching by boat, helicopter or small plane, with Kaikoura's unique marine geography ensuring year-round marine mammal observation opportunities.

Central Waterfront Location

Kaikoura Boutique Hotel is only a short walk to the town's best restaurants and famous attractions. The Peninsula Seal Colony is 2.5 km away, while Whale Watch Kaikoura is just 1.5 km from the property.

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Choose from doubles, suites, or family rooms, many with breakfast, flexible cancellation, and promotional rates
Junior Waterfront
2 persons
32 m² 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Coffee machine
Standard Courtyard Room
2 persons
15 m² 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Coffee machine
Superior Courtyard Room
2 persons
24 m² 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Coffee machine
Historic Waterfront Room
2 persons
34 m² 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Coffee machine
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Getting around

A guide to all available transportation options

City Centre
Kaikoura 1.3 km
Airports
Kaikoura (KBZ) 7.8 km
Woodbourne (BHE) 138.1 km

Facilities

Boutique hotels design their amenities with your relaxation and unique travel experiences in mind

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • Concierge desk
  • No pets allowed
  • 24-hour security
  • Adults only
  • Luggage storage
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key access

Sports & Fitness

  • Canoeing
  • Skiing
  • Hiking
  • Tennis court
  • Golf course

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle

Services

  • Paid shuttle service
  • Housekeeping
  • Car hire
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Picnic area/ Tables

Business

  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Spa & Leisure

  • Beach access
  • Sun terrace
  • Garden area
  • Leisure/ TV room

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Sitting area
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Location

146 Esplanade, Kaikoura, New Zealand
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146 Esplanade, Kaikoura, New Zealand
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Art & Design Gallery
40 m
96 Esplanade
Dolphin Encounter
40 m
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280 m
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