Nikau Lodge - Kaikoura

Mick and Karen whipped up some divine homemade jams that paired perfectly with breakfast. Plus, the ever-friendly atmosphere. The spa added a lovely touch to unwind after a day of exploring the nearby restaurants, like Bean Me Up just a stone's throw away.

Just a couple of nits to pick. A fridge in the room would've been a bonus instead of braving the shared fridge for tea, and I wished for a rubbish bin in the main room. But honestly, those are just tiny quirks in an otherwise fantastic experience!

The breakfast was outstanding and the room was en suite with an exceptionally comfortable bed.

everything was simply amazing. had chill out stay in this great hotel, the staff were excellent, location was stunning handy to town centre. the breakfast was incredible with beers and a pleasantly communal meal, for instance, paying attention to little details. the place had a lovely atmosphere.

great access to kaikaura's coastal walks and local dining spots

The quick stroll to great cafes like Bean Me Up, made our mornings even better.

A. Fine ocean views, very nice breakfast, cute hosts

A. Slight road noise, shared fridge inconvenience, no in-room fridge

The room had gorgeous views, but some road noise was a bit distracting.

Fine views in Kaikoura 🌊

Ag man, the views were just unbelievable, and brekkie was seriously great! Had a lekker chat with Mick. Was like having a cuppa with a mate. The room was fresh and vibey, really comfy too!

Only thing was a bit of a trek to get drinks from the shared fridge.

fine ocean views, immaculate hotel, enjoyable walk to restaurants

Road noise slightly distracting!!! A fridge in the room would have spared me trips to the shared fridge!!! A bit of a hassle with parking when busy!!!

The homemade biscuits and fresh flowers in the room were a nice touch. The complimentary drinks like wine and beer were a pleasant surprise, and the hot tub in the garden is perfect for unwinding after a long day.

While most aspects were great, a few minor inconveniences stood out. There was a lack of a fridge in the room, requiring trips to the shared milk fridge, and having a rubbish bin in the bedroom would have made things more convenient. I noticed slight road noise from the highway, a tad distracting at times.

the garden is well-kept and peaceful. small parking area could be hard to find.

We enjoyed our stay and were impressed by the lovely homemade breakfast and the cozy garden area to unwind in. There's also a good sun terrace perfect for relaxing after a busy day. Just a small note-having a fridge in the room would've been nice for our drinks. 🌼

Nikau lodge is a fantastic spot! The views from our superior double room were amazing-ocean and snow-covered mountains all around. The breakfast was great, crafted with care by the chef. I loved the hot tub in the garden. Plus, it's close to the center.

would recommend

Can recommend for strolling around

Really good view, really good breakfast, the whole experience was good and provided great accessibility to nearby restaurants and the beach.

No faults whatsoever.

The staff here is very welcoming, the views over the bay are great, and everything is excellent, the superior queen room is neat and equipped with a safe, central heating, and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels.

The views from our Superior Double Room were fine, and the breakfast prepared by Mick was delicious. We enjoyed chatting with the hosts. It's walking distance to local restaurants.

Slight road noise from the highway.