Sudima Kaikoura Hotel

$$$$||View on mapKaikoura, New Zealand114 Esplanade, Kaikoura, New Zealand, 7300|
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Sudima Kaikoura Hotel
114 Esplanade, Kaikoura, New Zealand, 7300·View on map
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Overall Score
Great
8.9Great
Location9.5
Cleanliness9.4
Comfort9.4
Facilities9.1
Staff9.1
Who stays here
Couples63%
Families18%
Solo11%
Groups7%

Overview

Overall Score
Great
8.9Great
Location9.5
Cleanliness9.4
Comfort9.4
Facilities9.1
Staff9.1
Who stays here
Couples63%
Families18%
Solo11%
Groups7%

5-star beachfront hotel in Kaikoura with mountain and sea views

Accommodations

Sudima Kaikōura offers deluxe king and twin rooms with partial or full ocean views from floor-to-ceiling windows. The deluxe twin rooms include two double beds and a balcony with outdoor seating. Some rooms provide views of snow-capped mountains in the distance.

Dining

The hotel's Hiku restaurant serves a menu focused on local seafood and produce, with dishes like slow-cooked lamb shoulder and fish of the day. A buffet breakfast with hot and cold options is available each morning, featuring plant-based choices and a large selection of food. The bar offers local spirits and a happy hour with discounted cocktails.

Facilities

The heated outdoor infinity pool is open year-round, with sun loungers and beach chairs on the sun terrace. Electric vehicle charging stations are available in the free on-site parking lot. A fitness center with gym equipment is accessible to guests throughout the year.

Business & Events

Sudima Kaikōura has two event spaces that can accommodate both large conferences and small meetings. The hotel provides meeting and banquet facilities, plus fax and photocopying services. A 24-hour front desk and luggage storage support business travelers visiting the area.

Family-Friendly Amenities

Children under 5 eat free with an adult when ordering the buffet breakfast. The kids' menu includes activity packs with drawing materials during dinner. The heated pool and direct beachfront access provide family-friendly activities within a short walk from the hotel.

  • Location: Beachfront across from Kaikoura Beach, near dolphin watching centers
  • Rooms: Ocean-view rooms with balconies and mountain vistas
  • Dining: Hiku restaurant with local seafood and lamb
  • Facilities: Heated infinity pool, EV charging stations
  • Business: Two event spaces for groups up to 100
  • Family: Free breakfast for kids under 5
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 14:00-23:59
until 11:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Other information
Breakfast
A full breakfast is served at the price of NZD 38.0 per person. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Building
Number of floors:4
Number of rooms:120
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Rooms and availability

Room Mobility accessible
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King Size Bed
King Suite
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King Size Bed
Suite
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King Size Bed
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Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Free parking
Baggage storage
24-hour services

24-hour reception

Food/ Drinks

Bar/ Lounge area

Restaurant

Fitness/ Gym

Fitness center

Swimming pool

Heated swimming pool

Infinity pool

Elevator

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness center

Services

  • Room service
  • Dry cleaning

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area

Business

  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cribs
  • Children's menu

Spa & Leisure

  • Infinity pool
  • Heated swimming pool
  • Beach access
  • Sun loungers
  • Sun terrace

Room view

  • Ocean view

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Garden furniture

Media

  • AM/FM alarm clock
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Essential information about Sudima Kaikoura Hotel

💵 Lowest room price 166 US$
📏 Distance to center 200 yd
✈️ Distance to airport 4.7 mi
🧳 Nearest airport Kaikoura, KBZ

Location

114 Esplanade, Kaikoura, New Zealand, 7300
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114 Esplanade, Kaikoura, New Zealand, 7300
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114 Esplanade, Kaikoura, New Zealand, 7300
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