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About the Hotel

146 Esplanade, Kaikoura, New Zealand
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Rooms and Amenities

Kaikoura Boutique Hotel provides rooms with premium bedding, climate-controlled air and free WiFi. All rooms include an en suite bathroom with toiletries and a hairdryer. The hotel offers cute, contemporary, compact rooms edging the courtyard and luxe 5-star waterfront rooms all on the first floor of the historic building. Some rooms have front-on sea views, a balcony, and air conditioning. Other rooms feature an outdoor patio with seating and views of the courtyard, a 32-inch flat-screen TV, a refrigerator, and tea/coffee making facilities. Select rooms have an ultra comfortable queen bed with superior linen, bespoke furniture, Marimekko inspired interior design, functional ensuite bathrooms, New Zealand made pamper products, a 42" flat screen smart TV, a fridge, and coffee/tea making facilities. Upgrades completed in 2022 include air conditioning and new shower systems.

Dining by the Sea

Guests enjoy eats and drinks at the seaside hotel, with views of the ocean and snow-capped mountains. Try the house-made lavosh and grissini.

Leisure and Activities

Guests explore the area with ecotours and whale-watching. The staff at the tour desk can arrange local activities. A mega-pod of Dolphins calls South Bay home. Whale watching is available by boat, helicopter or small plane. The hotel's buildings surround a large sun-soaked courtyard garden. A short drive north takes you to Ohau Waterfall, where baby seals play.

Location and Access

Boutique Hotel Kaikoura is on the waterfront on Kaikoura's Esplanade, 10 km from Kaikoura. Landmarks nearby include Dolphin Encounter (0.3 km), Whale Watch Kaikoura (1.5 km), Fyffe House (3 km), Peninsula Seal Colony (2.5 km), Seal Swim Kaikoura (1.5 km), Ohau Stream Walk (2.5 km), Ohau Point Seal Colony (2 km), and Jimmy Armers Beach (2 km). It's a short walk to the town's restaurants and attractions.

Hotel Services

The property has everything needed for a comfortable stay. Certain bookings are not allowed for group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Junior Waterfront
2 persons
32 m² 
1 King-size bed
Water view
Shower
Coffee machine
Standard Courtyard Room
2 persons
15 m² 
1 King-size bed
Courtyard view
Shower
Coffee machine
Superior Courtyard Room
2 persons
24 m² 
1 King-size bed
Courtyard view
Shower
Coffee machine
Historic Waterfront Room
2 persons
34 m² 
1 King-size bed
Water view
Shower
Coffee machine
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Getting around

A list of all available modes of transport

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

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Free parking
  • Off-site car park
  • 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
Nearby
Gallery
Art & Design Gallery
40 m
96 Esplanade
Dolphin Encounter
40 m
Restaurants
Cafe Encounter
280 m
96 Esplanade
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 14:00-18:00
Check-out
from 05:00-10:00
Guest Parking
Private parking is possible on site for free.
Internet
is available in for free.
Children & extra beds
There are no cots provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Number of rooms:
12
Former name
Maxtons On The Shore

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