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Bay Cottages

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (106)
$82 nightly
The price is $94
Sep 15 - Sep 16
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Bay Cottages
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August, Low crowds, average high temperature 53 degrees Fahrenheit, average low temperature 44 degrees Fahrenheit. Sunny most days.
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September, Moderate crowds, average high temperature 56 degrees Fahrenheit, average low temperature 45 degrees Fahrenheit. Sunny most days.
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October, Moderate crowds, average high temperature 59 degrees Fahrenheit, average low temperature 48 degrees Fahrenheit. Sunny most days.
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November, Moderate crowds, average high temperature 63 degrees Fahrenheit, average low temperature 51 degrees Fahrenheit. Sunny most days.
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January, High crowds, average high temperature 70 degrees Fahrenheit, average low temperature 57 degrees Fahrenheit. Sunny most days.
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February, High crowds, average high temperature 69 degrees Fahrenheit, average low temperature 57 degrees Fahrenheit. Sunny most days.
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Top landmarks in Kaikōura

Peninsula Walkway
Peninsula Walkway featuring general coastal views and rugged coastline

Peninsula Walkway

Kaikoura Peninsula is home to Peninsula Walkway, so why not stop by during your stay in Kaikōura.

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Mount Fyffe

Mount Fyffe

You might want to head out to Mount Fyffe for some fresh mountain air and a bird's-eye view of Kaikōura.

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Check out reviews of South Bay hotels guests love

Kaikoura Quality Suites

Kaikoura Quality Suites

10/10 Excellent
"Did everything that we expected it to. No fuss whatsoever. Great place. Would stay again "
Adrienne 2-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Kaikoura Quality Suites

Frequently asked questions

Is South Bay expensive to stay in?
You can find great hotels from $63 in South Bay to suit a range of budgets. To find the best low-cost hotel on Hotels.com that meets your needs, apply your search filters and then sort hotels by "Price: low to high".
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Can I receive a refund if I cancel my South Bay hotel booking?
The majority of hotels offer free cancellation, so you can receive a refund if you need to cancel your booking. Some South Bay hotels require you to cancel more than 24 hours before check-in, so look at your booking beforehand. For extra peace of mind before you book, filter hotels by "Property cancellation options" and select "Fully refundable property".
Is it worth staying in South Bay?
There are 13 hotels in the area to find your perfect somewhere. Basing yourself in South Bay makes it easy to explore Kaikōura, including the neighborhoods of Kaikoura Flat and Kaikoura Peninsula.
Are all taxes and fees included in the South Bay hotel prices shown on Hotels.com?
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Find out more about South Bay

Find out more about South Bay

What's South Bay Like?

If you want to find the perfect area to explore, why not check out South Bay? Places to visit like Peninsula Walkway and Kaikoura Beach are not far away. Fyffe House and Point Kean Seal Colony are a couple of more places to see nearby.

Things to See and Do in and around South Bay

Things to See near South Bay:

  • Kaikoura Beach (2.8 mi/4.4 km away)
  • Fyffe House (1.4 mi/2.2 km away)
  • Point Kean Seal Colony (1.7 mi/2.8 km away)

Things to Do near South Bay:

  • Kaikoura District Museum (1.7 mi/2.8 km away)
  • Kaikoura Museum (1.7 mi/2.8 km away)
  • Kaikoura Golf Club (2.5 mi/4 km away)

When Is the Best Time to Visit Kaikōura?

  • Hottest months: January, February, December, March (average 62°F)
  • Coldest months: July, August, June, September (average 48°F)
  • Rainiest months: June, July, December, April (average 4 inches of rainfall)

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