4/10 Poor
Bryce
Traveled with family
Mar 6, 2025
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Bryce
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Kaikoura Seaside Lodge
2.0 star property
Family-friendly beachfront hostel near Peninsula Walkway
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Popular amenities
- Kitchen
- Parking included
- Free WiFi
Explore the area
268 Esplanade, Kaikoura, Canterbury, 7300
- Kaikoura Beach2 min walk
- Peninsula Walkway2 min drive
- Point Kean Seal Colony5 min drive
Room options
View all photos for Comfort Suite
Comfort Suite
- 215.3 sq ft
- Sleeps 2
- 1 Queen Bed
View all photos for Panoramic Room
Panoramic Room
- 269 sq ft
- Ocean view
- Sleeps 4
- 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds
About the neighborhood
Kaikōura
Kaikoura Beach is within a mile (2 km) of Kaikoura Seaside Lodge, and other popular sites like Peninsula Walkway are within a couple of miles (3 km). This 12-room hostel welcomes guests with in-room amenities like dining areas, sitting areas, and refrigerators.
What's nearby
- Kaikoura Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
- Fyffe House - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
- Peninsula Walkway - 2 min drive - 0.7 miles
- Kaikoura District Museum - 4 min drive - 2.0 miles
- Point Kean Seal Colony - 5 min drive - 1.4 miles
Getting around
- Blenheim (BHE-Woodbourne) - 106 min drive
Restaurants
- Coopers Catch Kaikoura - 4 min drive
- Strawberry Tree - 3 min drive
- Why Not Cafe - 3 min drive
- Kaikoura Seafood Bbq - 19 min walk
- Slam Club - 4 min drive
About this property
Kaikoura Seaside Lodge
Family-friendly beachfront hostel near Peninsula Walkway
Kaikoura Seaside Lodge features free WiFi in public areas, microwave in a common area, and refrigerator in a common area. Free parking is included with your stay. Front-desk staff can help with tours or tickets, and provide local restaurant recommendations. Other amenities at this beach hostel include a picnic area, a convenience store, and a TV in a common area.
Guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Other amenities include dining areas, sitting areas, and refrigerators. Bathrooms are shared; housekeeping is available on request.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Languages
English
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Property amenities
Internet
- Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
- In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
- Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
- Free self parking on site
- Limited onsite parking (max 1 space per unit)
Things to do
- Bicycle rentals
- Books
- Games
- Playground
- TV in common areas
- Video library
Family friendly
- Baby toys
- Babysitting (surcharge)
- Children's books
- Children's games
- Children's toys
- Grocery/convenience store
- In-room microwave
- In-room refrigerator
- Playground
- Separate in-room dining area
- Stroller
- Trampoline
Conveniences
- Grocery/convenience store
- Limited-hour front desk
- Shared microwave
- Shared refrigerator
Guest services
- Change of towels on request
- Housekeeping (on request)
- Tour and ticket assistance
Outdoors
- Barbecue grill
- Garden
- On the bay
- On the beach
- On the boardwalk/promenade
- Outdoor entertainment area
- Outdoor furniture
- Picnic area
Accessibility
- No elevator
More
- Communal living room
- Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
Room amenities
Bedroom
- Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
- Detached shared bathroom
- Hair dryer
- Shower
- Soap
- Toilet paper
- Towels provided
Food and drink
- Blender
- Cleaning supplies
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Microwave
- Oven
- Paper towels
- Refrigerator
- Separate dining area
- Shared kitchen access
- Stovetop
More
- Heating (climate-controlled)
- Separate sitting area
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
The property charges 3.5 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Access methods
Access code, front desk (limited hours)
Pets
- This property doesn't allow pets
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.
- Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3.5 percent
This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.
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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
- Check-in: 2:00 PM—-5:00 AM
- Check-out: 10:00 AM
- Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free parking.
We should mention
Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:
- This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
- Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
- A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
- Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
- This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
- The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
- This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
- Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:
- Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
- There are no elevators.
- No cribs or infant beds are available.
- No rollaway or extra beds are available.
National rating
For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.
Property is also known as
Kaikoura Seaside Kaikoura
Kaikoura Seaside Lodge Kaikoura
Kaikoura Seaside Lodge Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Kaikoura Seaside Lodge Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Kaikoura
Frequently asked questions
Are free cancellation options available at Kaikoura Seaside Lodge?
Kaikoura Seaside Lodge provides free cancellation on select room rates. For more details, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.
What can I see within easy reach of Kaikoura Seaside Lodge?
This hostel is located in Kaikōura, a short 16-minute walk from Kaikoura Beach and also 12 minutes on foot from Fyffe House. You'll also find Peninsula Walkway and Point Kean Seal Colony within a short drive.
Is there parking available at Kaikoura Seaside Lodge?
Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hostel. You'll find a max of 1 space per unit.
Does Kaikoura Seaside Lodge feature a casino?
No, Kaikoura Seaside Lodge doesn't have a casino.
Will I find an indoor pool at Kaikoura Seaside Lodge?
No, there is no indoor pool at this hostel.
What amenities will couples enjoy at Kaikoura Seaside Lodge?
At this beachfront hostel, couples will appreciate amenities like a garden and an outdoor entertainment area plus some rooms include ocean views.
Does Kaikoura Seaside Lodge have a hot tub?
No, there isn't a spa tub at this hostel.
Does Kaikoura Seaside Lodge have a restaurant that serves breakfast?
No, Kaikoura Seaside Lodge doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.
Will Kaikoura Seaside Lodge allow pets to stay free of charge?
No, pets aren't allowed at Kaikoura Seaside Lodge.
Does Kaikoura Seaside Lodge have connecting rooms?
No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hostel.
Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Kaikoura Seaside Lodge?
No, there aren't any rooms with balconies at Kaikoura Seaside Lodge.
Kaikoura Seaside Lodge Reviews
Reviews
7.2
Good
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 7 reviews
10 - Excellent
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Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 7 reviews
8 - Good
1
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 7 reviews
6 - Okay
1
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 7 reviews
4 - Poor
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 7 reviews
2 - Terrible
1
8.0/10
Cleanliness
6.4/10
Staff & service
6.0/10
Amenities
6.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
6.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Gilly
Traveled with partner
Mar 1, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thoroughly enjoyed our time at Kaikoura Seaside Lodge. Excellent communication regarding access and keys. Great kitchen facilities. Loved the body wash, handwash and towels in the bathrooms. Would recommend highly and will stay next time we are in Kaikoura. A great asset for Kaikoura.
Gilly
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
2/10 Terrible
Russell
Traveled with partner
Feb 10, 2025
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sharing bathroom facilities. Not suitable for us. Did not stay there. Shared Kitchen & TV lounge not for us. It was like a back packers place.
Russell
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
8/10 Good
Moragh
Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Feb 5, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic views from front rooms and good value. Was a fair way out from town but still walkable and close to the fantastic Pier Hotel.
Moragh
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Eden
Jan 5, 2025
Eden
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024