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YHA Kaikoura

270 Esplanade, Kaikoura, Canterbury 7300, New Zealand
YHA Kaikoura
Real Traveler Rating: 4.0 out of 5 based on 15 reviews from 1 source
Recommended
Clean: Rating of 4.6 out of 5
Service: Rating of 4.0 out of 5
Location: Rating of 3.7 out of 5
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Recommended
Based on 15 reviews
from 1 source
  • Overall: Rating of 4.0 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

  • Clean: Rating of 4.6 out of 5

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

    "Nice kitchen, clean bathrooms." source Hostelworld

  • Service: Rating of 4.0 out of 5

    "It would perhaps help if YHA Kaikoura could provide or rent bicycles for YHA guests' use or provide free shuttle services for those who do not wish to walk (especially during winter." source Hostelworld

  • Location: Rating of 3.7 out of 5

    "Good if you want a quiet night away from the main town area. Located right on beach." source Hostelworld

    "A fair walk to shops / bars but beautiful location on the water." source Hostelworld

  • Room

    "Great sea view from the rooms and kitchen." source Hostelworld

More information on YHA Kaikoura

Breathe the scent of the South Pacific Ocean and view the majestic mountain ranges, with the everchanging �living picture� windows from our beach front location.or relax and soak up the atmosphere in our courtyard/ pergola area. Explore the Kaikoura Peninsula, bird sanctuary and fur seal colonies.Prepare yourself for the delights of a unique marine experience with sperm whale or swim with the dusky dolphins, seal snorkelling, scuba diving, fishing, kayaking. Horse trekking. Wine cellar and picnic. View the Southern Hemisphere Night Sky with Hussein.We are a booking agent for most activities in the area.YHA New Zealand is a non-profit membership organisation. Non-members pay an additional NZ $3 per person per night fee upon check-in. Memberships can be purchased online or at the hostel. Visit our website to learn about membership and the ways you can experience local communities and the environment through YHA NZ.

Directions

Bus/Shuttle: Kiwi Experience, Magic Bus, Stray Bus, Atomic Shuttles drop off at or near the hostel. Intercity, Southern Link, Hanmer Connections - drop off in town; catch a taxi or shuttle for $10 for 1 person, cheaper with more people.Train: �Coastal Pacific�. Station 2.2kms. Taxi from station $10.

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Things to do near YHA Kaikoura

  • Dolphin Encounter
    Attractions

    Swimming with dolphins is often a very personal and moving experience, and the dusky's, which travel in large pods of up to 800, are frie...

    Distance 0.8 miles away
    Popularity #7 of 3

     Real Travelers who've been here

    Emmas Adventures! Emmas Adventures! said

    …'s the various wildlife spotting centres - Whale Watch, Dolphin Encounter and the Dive Shop. I went to whale… continue reading »

  • Ocean Wings Albatross Encounter
    Attractions

    Pelagic bird watching is one of the cheaper excursions on the waters around Kaikoura, 115 miles from Christchurch. It is also one of the...

    Distance 0.8 miles away
    Popularity #3 of 3
  • Shark Dive Kaikoura
    Attractions

    Not for the faint-hearted, Dive Kaikoura is Kaikoura's exotic marine attraction. During your dive you will come face-to-face with sea cre...

    Distance 1.2 miles away
    Popularity #2 of 3
  • Seal Swim
    Attractions

    This excursion provides the rare opportunity to meet these beautiful and mysterious animals up close in their natural habitat. Curious by...

    Distance 1.3 miles away
    Popularity #5 of 3

     Real Travelers who've been here

    Phil Roberts Phil Roberts said

    … as they do.Kairkora's a nice seaside town as it goes, got all the whale watching, seal swimming etc… continue reading »

  • Wings Over Whales
    Attractions

    Taking an aerial route is the best way to view the vast array of bird and marine life inhabiting this small peninsula. The trip runs for...

    Distance 5.3 miles away
    Popularity #6 of 3
  • Whale Watch Kaikoura
    Attractions

    Established in 1987, this is a sensational excursion, with the highlight being the awe-inspiring sight of the majestic Sperm Whale crashi...

    Distance 7.3 miles away
    Popularity #1 of 3

     Real Travelers who've been here

    frogwipe frogwipe said

    …whale watching in kaikoura… continue reading »

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Pancake Rocks A look out onto the water on a brief walk we did. We did happen to see glimpses of some dolphins here. View from Lewis Pass On the way to Arthur's Pass.
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