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Kaikoura Luxury Apartments

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A balcony with a view of the sea, a chair, and a glass door.
A modern living room with a grey sofa, a coffee table, a TV, and a kitchen area with stools and a bar.
A hotel room with a large window, a bed with white linens, a brown headboard, and a nightstand with a lamp.
A beach with a sunset, calm sea, and a tree line.
A modern kitchen with grey cabinets, a dishwasher, and a sink. There is a dining area with a grey sofa and a small table.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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78 Esplanade, Kaikoura, Canterbury, 7300
  • Place, Kaikoura Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Kaikoura Museum
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Kaikoura District Museum
    ‪16 min walk‬

Room options

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A neatly made bed with a dark brown headboard, two bedside lamps, and a mirror on the wall.

Deluxe Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

  • Ocean view
  • 80 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a TV mounted on the wall, and a window with curtains.

Deluxe Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

  • Ocean view
  • 80 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Large Single Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Deluxe Apartment with lift 2 Bedrooms

A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a flat-screen TV, and a balcony with a view of mountains.

Deluxe Apartment with lift 2 Bedrooms

  • Ocean view
  • 80 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A modern kitchen with grey cabinets, a dishwasher, and a sink. There is a dining area with a grey sofa and a small table.

Deluxe Apartment with lift 2 Bedrooms

  • Ocean view
  • 80 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Large Single Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Premium Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

A hotel room with a large window, a bed with white linens, a brown headboard, and a nightstand with a lamp.

Premium Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

  • Ocean view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Deluxe Apartment, 3 Bedrooms

A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, two sofas, a small coffee table, and a kitchen area with wooden cabinets and a sink.

Deluxe Apartment, 3 Bedrooms

  • Ocean view
  • 112 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Large Single Beds, 2 Single Beds and 2 Single Sofa Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Deluxe Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen, Ocean View

A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a flat-screen TV, and a balcony with a view of mountains.

Deluxe Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • 65 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a TV mounted on the wall, and a window with curtains.

Deluxe Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, Sea View

  • Ocean view
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Kaikoura Luxury Apartments

This smoke-free apartment building features free self-parking. Each apartment provides a kitchen with a fridge, an oven, a stovetop and a microwave. Guests will appreciate conveniences, such as a washer/dryer and a dining area, while a flat-screen TV with cable channels and Netflix provide a bit of entertainment.
Kaikoura Luxury Apartments offers 10 air-conditioned accommodations with washers/dryers and espresso makers. Rooms open to furnished patios. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation has separate sitting areas and includes dining tables. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. Accommodation at this 5-star apartment has kitchens with full-sized fridge/freezers, stovetops, microwaves and separate dining areas. Bathrooms include baths or showers and hairdryers.

This Kaikōura apartment provides complimentary wireless Internet access. 48-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels and Netflix. Additionally, rooms include a safe and coffee/tea makers. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.
During your stay at Kaikoura Luxury Apartments, you're just a quick walk from Kaikoura Beach. You'll find features such as free self-parking. This luxury apartment building has 10 apartments. Enjoy your stay with amenities like free WiFi and a kitchen in each apartment.
  • Each apartment offers a kitchen, a washer/dryer and a furnished patio
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self-parking
  • Services include luggage storage
  • Steps from Kaikoura Beach and a 3-minute drive from Fyffe House
Kaikoura Luxury Apartments offers its guests a lift. The front desk is open around the clock. Self parking is free.

This 5-star Kaikōura apartment is smoke free.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Sandy beach (direct access)
  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • Ski area nearby

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Freezer
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Separate dining area
  • Separate sitting area

Entertainment

  • 48-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels
  • Books
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Outdoor areas

  • Furnished patio

Laundry

  • Laundry detergent
  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift (91 centimetre wide door)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible bathroom vanity (86 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Guidebooks
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Local maps
  • Luggage storage
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Safe

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Boat tours nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Window guards
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 10 units
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Recycling

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 7:30 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

The property charges NZD 1.5 for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
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)

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 at the property

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 NZD 1.5

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

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
The front desk at this property is open daily from 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM.
To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property at least 24 hours prior to arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests arriving after 6:00 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property class

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

Property is also known as

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Kaikoura Luxury Apartments Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 40 out of 52 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 52 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 52 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 52 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 52 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brett

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
Beautiful ocean and bay views. location is close to several restaurants all walkable!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cathy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful space with everything you would need and more and great location
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
Superb view from a lovely spacious apartment! Lovely cleaning staff and check in was super easy! We wished we could stay longer!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dave

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Great stay

Great location facilities and comfort with warm welcome and early checkin
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stanley

Enjoyed the accomodation and area
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very convenient location and comfortable rooms, had all the amenities we needed for a short stay
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very comfortable and convenient with excellent water views.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Our apartment was so neat and spotlessly clean. It had a very comfortable bed and everything we could need but it was quite dated and definitely not “luxury”.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Amber

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
The property was spacious and easy to find, close to the beach and seal colony.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Björn

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Very good accommodation near the sea and centre.

A large lovely apartment with good amenities and a nice sea view from the balcony.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Terry

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Kitchen fully equipped with our cooking needs. Furniture comfortable, security good, parking excellent (undercover). Walking distance to main shopping area & short drive to supermarkets. The view to the ocean & mountains (snow-capped) was fantastic.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Valentine

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Good location. Could walk to everything both directions quite easily.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shaun

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Lovely clean tidy apartment with everything you need for a great stay. Nice balcony area for outside dining and we had a partial water view.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

D

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

great seaview,

Fantastic location, easy check in. Could do with air con in bedroom. Nice roomy lounge, with great sea view. Good free parking,restraunts nearby. Great showers
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kirstin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very nice and relaxing.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We loved this condo for our family! Very nice space and nicely decorated, great views, excellent amenities, easy parking, loved the washer/dryer in the unit, and 2 bathrooms for the 2 bedroom condo. We would stay there again for sure! Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We loved our stay. The apartment has everything you need and a wonderful view. Helpful and nice staff. Thank you.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sulochana

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Good quality and good customer service
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Clare

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Great stay in the heart of kaikoura.

Very nice apartment. Clean and tidy and comfortable. Good facilities with well furnished lounge area and very good kitchen. Great location within easy walk of restaurants and great views fro the apartment. Good parking on site.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Denyse

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Nice spacious apartment
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Bryan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
It was a pleasant stay! Waves was clean, luxury and comfortable. I’d only recommend for a stronger WiFi signal (could barely connect in apts further away) and air conditioning in the bedrooms
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scot

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Excellent units in great condition and location. Great experience. John and Rachel went above and beyond when I lost something important. I can’t say enough good things about this place. Thank you !
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Poh Geok

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The apartment is beautifully designed and fully furnished. The heaters in the bathrooms are well thought of. Someone would come clean up and clear the rubbish everyday, appreciate that. This place is close to dolphin encounter, albatross encounter, Kaikōura kayaking and yummy food.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Perfect location in Kiakoura

Perfect location in Kiakoura. Walkable distance to everything but just far enough away for a quiet night sleep. Perfect communication from Sue and a lovely welcome. Lovely and clean apartment with a great view from the balcony. Parking was simply under the apartment and provided rear access. Would certainly stay here again and recommend a stay!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Nice apartments with great ocean view. Apartments are a little dated, but clean and well serviced. 10 minute walk to the Kaiakoura town restaurants. Longer walk to groceries. WiFi is limited by poor signal strength. Kaiakoura is pretty and these apartments are next to the coast with a great Ocean view.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024