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Waterfront | Handy Location | Affordable | Unit 4 - KK41164

Kaikōura apartment with kitchen

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On the beach
Hair dryer, towels
TV
Exterior
1 bedroom, WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Entire apartment

1 bedroom2 bathroomsSleeps 340 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Kaikoura
  • Place, Kaikoura Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Kaikoura Museum
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Fyffe House
    ‪8 min drive‬

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About the area

Kaikōura

On the beach.Stay at this Kaikōura apartment and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Kaikoura Beach and 2 miles (3 km) of Fyffe House. Kaikoura Museum and Kaikoura District Museum are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Kaikoura Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Kaikoura Museum - 5 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Kaikoura District Museum - 5 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Fyffe House - 8 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Peninsula Walkway - 11 min drive - 4.0 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Kaikoura Seafood BBQ - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Craypot - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Why Not Cafe - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Coopers Catch - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Strawberry Tree - ‬18 min walk

About this property

Waterfront | Handy Location | Affordable | Unit 4 - KK41164

Experience beachfront accommodation in Kaikoura. Our cosy rooms, are clean, functional, and perfect for relaxing after a day of exploring. Enjoy easy access to whale watching, seafood dining, and scenic trails. Sea View Kaikoura offers a simple, comfortable base for your Kaikoura adventure. Book your budget-friendly stay today.
Please note, rooms come with a kitchenette but no full cooking facilities This is a dated motel showing its age but on the plus side is amazing value. This property features a motel-style layout, while offering separate, private amenities. This particular room does not have a Seaview, however the ocean is just across the road.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 431 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Turn off all heaters and close windows
Ensure all doors and windows are locked
Return keys/lockbox as per your arrival instructions You don't need to strip beds or do a full clean, our team handles that. Just leave the place tidy and we'll take care of the rest.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
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. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

close-to-home-ESPLANADE-164-4

Frequently asked questions

Does Waterfront | Handy Location | Affordable | Unit 4 - KK41164 have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this apartment.

How much does it cost to stay at Waterfront | Handy Location | Affordable | Unit 4 - KK41164?

As of Jun 15, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Waterfront | Handy Location | Affordable | Unit 4 - KK41164 on Jun 16, 2026 start from CA $64, excluding 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.

How close is Waterfront | Handy Location | Affordable | Unit 4 - KK41164 to the beach?

This apartment is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Waterfront | Handy Location | Affordable | Unit 4 - KK41164 offer free breakfast?

This apartment does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Waterfront | Handy Location | Affordable | Unit 4 - KK41164?

No, there is no casino at this apartment.

What time is check-in at Waterfront | Handy Location | Affordable | Unit 4 - KK41164?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Waterfront | Handy Location | Affordable | Unit 4 - KK41164?

Free parking is not available at this apartment.

Does Waterfront | Handy Location | Affordable | Unit 4 - KK41164 have a pool?

This apartment does not have a pool.

Does Waterfront | Handy Location | Affordable | Unit 4 - KK41164 have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this apartment.

How close is Waterfront | Handy Location | Affordable | Unit 4 - KK41164 to downtown Kaikōura?

This apartment is 0.9 mi away from Kaikōura.

Waterfront | Handy Location | Affordable | Unit 4 - KK41164 Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 8 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 8 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 8 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 8 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Minh Tuong

Liked: Cleanliness, communication
Good location
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A very enjyable stay. Got to go fishing too, With vision impairment everything was within walking distance.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Helga A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Helga Arndy

Overall good
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Nawa

Liked: Amenities, communication
Little bit tricky with the shower at the front door. Heating wasn’t very good, would be good to put the tv on a bracket that moves so you can watch from bed.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Will

Liked: Amenities, communication
For the price point this accomodation is pretty good for a one-night stay. However the roof/floor of the second story is very thin and we heard children stomping on the roof in to the late hours of the night. The shower drain was blocked and the shower experience was similar to being peed on. There was what I hope was dog poo in the car park area which was slightly off putting and there was a random hair ball near our front door when we checked in. Also recommend taking extra blankets if you're not used to the colder months in Kaikoura. Overall got what we paid for and for the price point am likely to stay again but we wanted to be fully open and transparent in this review. :)
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Karen B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025