Boutique Hotel Kaikoura

$$$$||View on mapKaikoura, New Zealand146 Esplanade, Kaikoura, New Zealand|
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Boutique Hotel Kaikoura
146 Esplanade, Kaikoura, New Zealand·View on map
$$$$
Overall Score
Great
8.2Great
Free WiFi10.0
Staff9.4
Location9.3
Comfort8.9
Cleanliness8.7
Who stays here
Couples77%
Solo14%
Groups5%
Families4%

Overview

Overall Score
Great
8.2Great
Free WiFi10.0
Staff9.4
Location9.3
Comfort8.9
Cleanliness8.7
Who stays here
Couples77%
Solo14%
Groups5%
Families4%

Adults-only beachfront hotel in a historic 1880s building on Kaikoura's esplanade

Hotel & Heritage

Boutique Hotel Kaikoura occupies a historic 1880s building directly across from the ocean. The property enforces an adults-only policy to maintain a tranquil atmosphere. An on-site tour desk assists guests with arranging local excursions such as whale watching and seal viewing.

Rooms & Comforts

Each room at Kaikoura Boutique Hotel includes a king or queen bed with luxury linen and bespoke furniture. Many rooms offer verandahs and climate-controlled air conditioning for year-round comfort. Ensuite bathrooms come with complimentary New Zealand made pamper products.

Location & Experiences

The hotel sits a 10-minute walk from Kaikoura Town and within a 9-minute drive of Kaikoura Bay Golf course. Guests can walk to the Kaikoura Peninsula Walkway or drive 2 miles to South Bay Beach. The Ohau Waterfall with baby seals is a short drive away, and the tour desk can book whale-watching trips.

Dining & Courtyard

An on-site cafe serves meals and refreshments, and a bar offers wine, champagne, and fruits. The sun-soaked courtyard with picnic area and outdoor furniture provides a relaxing outdoor space. Breakfast includes cooked choices and is served in a room overlooking the ocean.

Services & Security

The hotel provides free parking, free WiFi, and a concierge service for activity arrangements. Express check-in/check-out, luggage storage, and private check-in/check-out are available. 24-hour security with CCTV, smoke alarms, and safety deposit boxes ensure guest safety.

  • Location: Beachfront esplanade, 10-min walk to Kaikoura Town
  • Rooms: Queen/king beds with verandahs, luxury linen, NZ toiletries
  • Dining: On-site cafe, bar with wine/champagne, breakfast with ocean view
  • Activities: Whale-watching, seal viewing, golf course, peninsula walkway
  • Services: Tour desk, concierge, free parking, 24-hour security
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 14:00-18:00
from 05:00-10:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Other information
Breakfast
The hotel offers a full breakfast at the price of NZD 25.0 per person. 
Children & extra beds
There are no cribs provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Building
Number of rooms:12
Former name
Maxtons On The Shore
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Rooms and availability

King Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King Size Bed
Superior King Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King Size Bed
Junior King Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King Size Bed
  • Water view
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine

Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Parking

Off-site parking lot

Baggage storage
24-hour services

24-hour security

Food/ Drinks

Bar/ Lounge area

Outdoor dining area

Welcome drink

Picnic area/ Tables

Shuttle

Paid shuttle service

TV

Flat-screen TV

Adults only

Sports & Fitness

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

Services

  • Paid shuttle service
  • Housekeeping
  • Car rental
  • 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 view

  • Sea view
  • Courtyard view
  • Water view

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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Essential information about Boutique Hotel Kaikoura

💵 Lowest room price 279 US$
📏 Distance to center 200 yd
✈️ Distance to airport 4.8 mi
🧳 Nearest airport Kaikoura, KBZ

Location

146 Esplanade, Kaikoura, New Zealand
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146 Esplanade, Kaikoura, New Zealand
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146 Esplanade, Kaikoura, New Zealand
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