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3.0 star property
Comfortable cottage near the beach

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Deluxe Cottage, 1 King Bed, Fireplace, Mountain View (Adult Only) | Room amenity
Deluxe Cottage, 1 King Bed, Fireplace, Mountain View (Adult Only) | Living area
Comfort Cottage, 2 Single Beds, Accessible, Mountain View (Adult Only) | Private kitchen
Reviews
8.8

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space

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29a South Bay Parade, Kaikoura, 7300
  • Popular LocationKaikoura Beach4 min drive
  • Popular LocationPeninsula Walkway7 min drive
  • Popular LocationPoint Kean Seal Colony8 min drive
  • AirportBlenheim (BHE-Woodbourne)111 min drive

Room options

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

Deluxe Cottage, 1 King Bed, Fireplace, Mountain View (Adult Only) | Living area

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

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Heating
  • 38 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Comfort Cottage, 2 Single Beds, Accessible, Mountain View (Adult Only)

Comfort Cottage, 2 Single Beds, Accessible, Mountain View (Adult Only)

Comfort Cottage, 2 Single Beds, Accessible, Mountain View (Adult Only)

Highlights

Patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Heating
  • 38 sq m
  • 1 bathroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Comfort Cabin, Ocean View (Adult Only)

Comfort Cabin, Ocean View (Adult Only) | Living area

Comfort Cabin, Ocean View (Adult Only)

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Heating
  • 38 sq m
  • Studio
  • 1 bathroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Comfort Cottage, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Mountain View (Adult Only)

Comfort Cottage, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Mountain View (Adult Only)

Comfort Cottage, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Mountain View (Adult Only)

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Heating
  • 38 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Kaikoura

At Bay Cottages you'll be 2.9 km (1.8 mi) from Kaikoura Museum and 3 km (1.9 mi) from Kaikoura Beach. .LED TVs with digital channels are featured in all 5 soundproofed accommodations, and you can enjoy free WiFi, fireplaces and patios. In-room dining is easy with kitchenettes that come equipped with fridges, microwaves and stovetops. Nice touches to enhance your stay include free toiletries and premium bedding. Dining areas, sitting areas and coffee/tea makers are also available. Limited housekeeping is available.
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What's nearby

  • Kaikoura Museum - 3 min drive
  • Kaikoura Beach - 4 min drive
  • Fyffe House - 6 min drive
  • Peninsula Walkway - 7 min drive
  • Point Kean Seal Colony - 8 min drive

Getting around

  • Blenheim (BHE-Woodbourne) - 112 min drive

Restaurants

  • Cods & Crayfish - 4 min drive
  • Lobster Inn Tavern - 5 min drive
  • Kaikoura Bakery - 4 min drive
  • Strawberry Tree - 3 min drive
  • The Craypot - 4 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Bay Cottages

Comfortable cottage near the beach
As a guest of Bay Cottages, you'll find a terrace, barbecue grills, and multilingual staff. WiFi is free in public spaces. Bay Cottages also features tour/ticket assistance, a garden, and a picnic area. Free self parking is available.

This 3-star Kaikoura cottage is smoke free.

  • 5 guestrooms or units
  • 5 buildings
  • Built in 2000
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
Bay Cottages offers 5 accommodations with fireplaces and a safe. Rooms open to patios. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation has separate sitting areas. Beds feature premium bedding. Accommodation at this 3-star cottage has kitchenettes with fridges, stovetops, microwaves and separate dining areas. Bathrooms include baths or showers, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. LED televisions come with digital channels. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.

Languages

Dutch, English, German, Russian

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self-parking on site
  • On-site parking includes off-street options

Kitchenette

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Paper towels
  • Toaster
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

Bedrooms

  • Premium bedding
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Dining room
  • Sitting area

Entertainment

  • LED TV with digital service

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • In-room accessibility
  • In-room roll-in shower
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-width doorways
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Safe
  • Multilingual staff
  • Electrical adapters/chargers
  • Blackout curtains
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)
  • Front desk (limited hours)

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • Near the sea
  • Near the boardwalk
  • Near the airport

Things to do

  • Free bicycle rentals on site
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Scooter/moped rentals nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 5 rooms
  • 5 buildings
  • Built in 2000
  • Individually decorated
  • Individually furnished
  • Property does not allow children

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2 per cent for credit card payments
Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Reception hours are 7:30 AM-10 AM and 2 PM-7 PM daily.

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between 01 August and 31 August.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children 18 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 18 are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 per cent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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, debit cards and cash
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is professionally cleaned
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, Discover, Union Pay, debit cards and cash.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation. The property is professionally cleaned. Contactless check-out is available.

We should mention

  • Children 18 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

National rating

This property does not have a Qualmark® rating. For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our ratings system.

Property is also known as

Bay Cottages House Kaikoura
Bay Cottages Kaikoura
Bay Cottages Cottage
Bay Cottages Kaikoura
Bay Cottages Cottage Kaikoura

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Bay Cottages?

Bay Cottages offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Bay Cottages?

Yep, Bay Cottages has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Bay Cottages?

The closest beach to Bay Cottages is Kaikoura Beach (3.6 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Bay Cottages?

No, Bay Cottages does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Bay Cottages?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Bay Cottages?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Bay Cottages Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 50 out of 96 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 36 out of 96 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 96 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 96 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 96 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Latrice

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Bernard, Portland

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

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
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

10/10 Excellent

Raymond

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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

10/10 Excellent

Leigh

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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

8/10 Good

JANEEN

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

2/10 Terrible

Tony

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023