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  • ScottA ScottA said

    (Check out the more photos options for more pix of whales, seals, and birds in action!)The start of my Stray journey started off slowly,... Continue reading »

    by Real Traveler ScottA
  • Beverley and Jamie Beverley and Jamie said

    On the way from Christchurch to Kaikoura we stopped at Hanmer Springs. There they had nice natural hot springs, so thought we should stop... Continue reading »

    by Real Traveler Beverley and Jamie
  • Eliza Eliza said

    So the ferry was uneventful. I was feeling a little bit off (presumably from the waves... we'll just ignore the bubbly) so I took a mot... Continue reading »

    by Real Traveler Eliza
  • H&M on the road H&M on the road said

    As we discovered in Australia, there's a lot of big stuff down under and the theme continues in New Zealand. Here are a few marine-r... Continue reading »

    by Real Traveler H&M on the road
  • Jon & Hannah Jon & Hannah said

    We arrived in Kaikoura late on New Year's Day. The small town is supposed to be in one of the most picturesque landscapes in NZ. However,... Continue reading »

    by Real Traveler Jon & Hannah
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8 hotels found
  • 1. Albatross Backpacker Inn

    Real Traveler Rating: 4.4 out of 5 based on 22 reviews from 1 source

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    Albatross Backpacker Inn
    Based on 22 reviews from 1 source.
    Service: Rating of 4.8 out of 5
    Location: Rating of 4.3 out of 5
    • "Would definitely stay there again." — source Hostelworld

      "Would definately stay there again." — source Hostelworld

  • 2. Brook House B&B

    Real Traveler Rating: 4.9 out of 5 based on 1 review from 1 source

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    Brook House B&B
    Based on 1 review from 1 source.
    Service: Rating of 5.0 out of 5
    Location: Rating of 4.0 out of 5
    • "would definitely stay again." — source Hostelworld

  • 3. YHA Hostel

    Real Traveler Rating: 4.0 out of 5 based on 15 reviews from 1 source

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    YHA Hostel
    Based on 15 reviews from 1 source.
    Service: Rating of 4.0 out of 5
    Location: Rating of 3.7 out of 5
    • "A great place to stay and a short walk from the seal colony and amazing views from our dorm which were among the best of our trip." — source Hostelworld

      "It is also understaffed with one lady doing all the washing, all the cleaning, reception etc." — source Hostelworld

  • 4. The Lazy Shag

    Real Traveler Rating: 3.4 out of 5 based on 5 reviews from 1 source

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    The Lazy Shag
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    Based on 5 reviews from 1 source.
    Service: Rating of 3.6 out of 5
    Location: Rating of 3.4 out of 5
    • "not to recommend at all." — source Hostelworld

      "Place was clean and my heater worked." — source Hostelworld

  • 5. Lazy Shag Backpackers

    Real Traveler Rating: 3.4 out of 5 based on 5 reviews from 1 source

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    Lazy Shag Backpackers
    Average by real travelers
    Based on 5 reviews from 1 source.
    Service: Rating of 3.6 out of 5
    Location: Rating of 3.4 out of 5
    • "not to recommend at all." — source Hostelworld

      "Place was clean and my heater worked." — source Hostelworld

  • 6. White Morph

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    White Morph

    The White Morph is a quality waterfront accommodation, privately owned, closely situated to the town centre with on site parking and on-site restaurant and bar. Breakfast Cafe next door. more

  • Comfort Inn Kaikoura Mediterranean

    Magnificent mountain views. Whale watching, dolphin swimming, shark encounter, restaurants and town center within 2.5 kilometers. Bush Walks nearby. Surfcasting Beach 5 minutes walk. Front Desk Hours: 7:30am-9:30pm, guests m... more

  • Admiral Creighton Bed and Breakfast

    Set on the banks of a stream and with wonderful mountains views, Admiral Creighton is an intimate Bed & Breakfast with homely atmosphere and personal service. The rooms are individually designed and decorated, all with en suit... more

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