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Bay Cottages

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Located close to Kaikoura Museum and Fyffe House, Bay Cottages provides a terrace and a garden. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace

Room options

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A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a dresser, and two paintings on the wall.

Comfort Cabin, Ocean View (Adult Only)

  • Ocean view
  • 38 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a cabinet, and a painting on the wall.

Comfort Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Courtyard View (Adult Only)

  • 38 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Fireplace, Mountain View (Adult Only)

A compact room with a fireplace, a television, a kitchen area with a washing machine, and a dining table with chairs.

Deluxe Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Fireplace, Mountain View (Adult Only)

  • Mountain view
  • 38 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
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About the area

Located in South Bay, a neighbourhood in Kaikōura, Bay Cottages is near the airport and by the ocean. Fyffe House and Point Kean Seal Colony are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Kaikoura Beach and Peninsula Walkway. Kaikoura Museum and Mount Fyffe are two other places to visit that come recommended. Snorkelling and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hunting and hiking/biking trails nearby. Visit our Kaikōura travel guide
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29a South Bay Parade, Kaikoura, 7300

What's nearby

  • A pebble beach with mountains in the background.
    Kaikoura Beach
    5 min drive - 4.7 km
  • A coastal landscape with green hills, a beach, and snow-capped mountains in the background.
    Peninsula Walkway
    16 min drive - 7.2 km
  • Kaikoura Museum
    4 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Fyffe House
    13 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Point Kean Seal Colony
    19 min drive - 8.2 km

Getting around

  • Blenheim (BHE-Woodbourne)
    112 min drive

Restaurants

  • King Tide Eatery
    4 min drive
  • The Whaler
    4 min drive
  • Zephyr
    4 min drive
  • Coopers Catch
    3 min drive
  • Why Not Cafe
    4 min drive

About this property

Bay Cottages

  • Cottage near Kaikoura Beach
  • Located close to Kaikoura Museum and Fyffe House, Bay Cottages provides a terrace and a garden. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
  • You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
    • Free self-parking
    • Free bike hire, barbecues and tour/ticket information
    • Multilingual staff, games and smoke-free property
  • Room features
  • All guest rooms are individually furnished, and include comforts, such as fireplaces and premium bedding, as well as perks, such as separate sitting areas and separate dining areas.
  • More conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Heating and portable fans
    • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and free toiletries
    • 32-inch LED TVs with Netflix, streaming services and digital channels
    • Wardrobes/cupboards, patios and separate sitting areas

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Frequently asked questions

Is Bay Cottages pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Bay Cottages?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Bay Cottages?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Bay Cottages?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is Bay Cottages located?

Located in South Bay, this cottage is 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Kaikoura Beach, and within 3 mi (5 km) of Kaikoura Museum and Fyffe House. Peninsula Walkway and Point Kean Seal Colony are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Bay Cottages Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

8.2

Location

8.2

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 63 out of 111 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 38 out of 111 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 111 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 111 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 111 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
LOVELY AND RELAXING STAY
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Super friendly hosts, very comfortable bed. Lovely quiet place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great location, clean, had a washing machine in the room!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Hosts lovely. Clean, fresh, bright room - those were the winners!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Lovely place to stay by the ocean

What a lovely cottage with ocean views. Host was very helpful and cottage was comfortable and roomy. I would definitely book again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great location, cottage was clean and comfortable. The bed was very comfortable! We wish we could have stayed longer.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Hosts were both friendly and helpful and the facility was thoughtfully designed and maintained.. Good spot for a visit to Kiakoura.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Clean, tidy and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Lovely private cabin, near to the town. Very clean and comfortable, quiet, safe and beautiful star gazing. We loved the cats too. Made it feel like home.
Owner cat came to enjoy the sunset with us
Gorgeous sunset at the end of the driveway
Church from the Main Street
Beautiful beaches and sea wildlife.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Fantastic hosts, extremely clean & well presented. It was nice to be out of the mainstream but close enough if wanted to indulge in retail therapy or dine out.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Lovely cottage with everything you need to be self sufficient. Beautiful beach across the road. Super comfy bed and pillows.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We had a lovely overnight stay. Gus was very friendly and helpful. Situated right across the road from the ocean. Would thoroughly recommend Bay Cottages. 🙂
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Peaceful in South-Bay Kaikoura

Tucked away in South Bay, Kaikoura, the Bay Cottages offered us a relaxing stay. Our cottage was spacious, the kitchen well-equipped, the living area and the bed comfy. Everything was very clean and tidy. Its in a great location to explore the Kaikoura area. Only a short drive away from downtown or a walk over the hill. we enjoyed our stay and can only recommend it.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
All communicationwas friendly and helpful. We were going to be arriving late, so we rang to let them know. We received a cheerful response saying this would be fine. The unit was very clean and warm. It was fully set up with all utensils and appliances. Although it wasn't required it was good to see the unit including the bathroom facilities were accessible to disabled people. If we return to the area we would certainly return here and also recommend Bay Cottages.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Super great little place with courteous hosts !
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Lovely place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great place to stay, provided everything we needed, friendly hosts.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Nice Cottages!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Enjoyable and convenient stay near dolphin, orca and seal watching.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
nice stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Great, spacious stay, across the road from the bea

Great, spacious stay, across the road from the beach.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Cozy sea view cottage

Great location, clean comfortable and well appointed cottage!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Quiet, clean, friendly helpful hosts, located right across the street from the ocean. A restful get-away to spend time by the sea.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
It was comfortable, clean, quiet, well equipped, the wall heater had to work hard on our first night that was very cold, we enjoyed our stay, would revisit thanks.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Excellent Hosts. Property well presented and maintained. Will stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022