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Inn the Bay Bed & Breakfast

4.0 star property
Waterfront bed & breakfast in Kaikōura with free parking

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Beach
Travel cot, free WiFi, bed sheets
Terrace/patio
Front of property – evening/night
BBQ/picnic Area
Inn the Bay Bed & Breakfast offers a quiet oceanside escape. Guests enjoy continental breakfast with water views, relax in the garden with barbecue grills, and stay connected with free newspapers and WiFi. Practical amenities include laundry facilities.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is S$186
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov

Room options

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Travel cot, free WiFi, bed sheets

Forest Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Heated bathroom floor
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Travel cot, free WiFi, bed sheets

The Endeavour Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
LCD TV
Renovated in 2014
Heated bathroom floor
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
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About the area

Map
196 Esplanade, Kaikoura, 7300

What's nearby

  • Kaikoura Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Kaikoura District Museum - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Fyffe House - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Peninsula Walkway - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Point Kean Seal Colony - 6 min drive - 3.3 km

Restaurants

  • ‪The Whaler - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Coopers Catch - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Why Not Cafe - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪King Tide Eatery - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Cods n Cray - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Inn the Bay Bed & Breakfast

Upscale bed & breakfast by the ocean
Inn the Bay Bed & Breakfast provides everything that you need. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this bed & breakfast include:
  • Free self-parking
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge) and smoke-free property
Room features
All guest rooms at Inn the Bay Bed & Breakfast have amenities, such as free WiFi.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Bathrooms with heated floors and rainfall showers
  • Travel cots and heating

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: NZD 20 for adults and NZD 10 for children

Family friendly

  • Travel cot

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service

Outdoors

  • On the waterfront

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Communal living room
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Heated bathroom floor
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 9 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside normal check-in hours will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and key retrieval information; access will be through a private entrance
If you are planning to arrive after 9 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Key retrieval, private entrance

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately NZD 20 for adults and from NZD 10 for children

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our ratings system.

Property is also known as

Inn Bay Bed & Breakfast Kaikoura
Inn Bay Bed & Breakfast
Bay Kaikoura
The Bay & Breakfast Kaikoura
Inn the Bay Bed & Breakfast Kaikoura
Inn the Bay Bed & Breakfast Bed & breakfast
Inn the Bay Bed & Breakfast Bed & breakfast Kaikoura

Frequently asked questions

Is Inn the Bay Bed & Breakfast pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Inn the Bay Bed & Breakfast?

As of 31 Oct, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Inn the Bay Bed & Breakfast on 5 Nov, 2025 start from S$185.62, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Inn the Bay Bed & Breakfast?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Inn the Bay Bed & Breakfast?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 9 PM.

What time is check-out at Inn the Bay Bed & Breakfast?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is Inn the Bay Bed & Breakfast located?

Situated on the waterfront, this bed & breakfast is within 1 mile (2 km) of Kaikoura Beach, Fyffe House and Kaikoura Museum. Kaikoura District Museum and Peninsula Walkway are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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Reviews

Inn the Bay Bed & Breakfast Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

10

Staff & service

10

Eco-friendliness

9.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 58 out of 64 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 64 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 64 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 64 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 64 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jalene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We stayed in the Endeavour room and loved how spacious it was, as well as the view of the ocean from our room! The bathroom (shower especially) was amazing! Staff were friendly and helpful, and the breakfast provided was so great! There was also a lovely little sitting area outside for us to listen to the sounds of the ocean while enjoying our coffee/tea/breakfast. We thought the bed was going to be too soft for us, but we still had a pretty decent sleep. We did notice some dust and cobwebs in the higher corners of the room, but this wasn’t a huge deal to us, as overall everything else was otherwise clean. Enjoyable stay!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia M

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Kaikoura keeper!!

Great view of the ocean In Kaikoura. Good location to easily walk into town and enjoy a meal at one of many restaurants. Our room was spacious, bright, comfortable and well-appointed. Delicious continental breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
In The Bay (great name!) is in a very good location clear of the hubbub of Kaikoura town center and yet on the sea front with fabulous views. It was just as advertised with good, well maintained facilities and spacious rooms with well appointed bathrooms. Breakfast was fresh and very convenient.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We only stayed one night but Kylie, the owner, made us most welcome and gave us some useful information. Continental breakfast with fresh ingredients was supplied which was delicious. I'd definitely go back
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dynamic

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Our hosts were easy to communicate with, welcoming, informative about the area and accommodated us with dietary requirements . The stay was a lovely property: comfortable sleep, spacious, well designed and great facilities. Couldn’t ask for more, thanks so much guys! Highly recommended
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gwyneth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Kylie is such a welcoming & informative host! Thankyou! Property and room spotless, delicious light breakfast already provided on arrival so you can enjoy at leisure on waking in the morning, beach across the road & town within walking distance. Superb!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent stay in a lovely property in a great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Evelyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We found the front unit roomy and very comfortable. Double curbless shower is fantastic. All amenities we could need are included. Quiet, convenient, on site parking. Four-star accommodation.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved the big shower… plenty of hot water, comfy bed really handy location …very friendly helpful hosts
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A fabulous B&B

We had a wonderful stay in this beautiful B&B. The room was very spacious, and tastefully decorated. A nice breakfast was provided in the morning. Would stay again if ever back in the area.Fabulous
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quiet and heaps of space, real close to town, friendly easy going and helpful owners.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Carole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Gréât place and a very warm welcome.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020

8/10 Good

sue

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great friendly vibe

I found the host really friendly and she made us feel very comfortable. She even offered to take us to the train station. Great new bathroom and decent sized room. Breakfast was nice but no option of anything cooked . Overall I thought it was a bit pricey.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a wonderful home away from home, only sad that we didn’t get to stay longer. We felt very welcome. The rooms themselves are beautiful with very comfortable beds, beautiful decor and honestly I think the best shower I have ever had in my life. Cannot thank them enough!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Superb

An amazing place to stay. Large accommodation with an excellent hostess. Great breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

clive

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good value

Position of the b&b was excellent. Room was very clean and airy. Parking no problem
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Morden and very clean. Had a great nights sleep, it’s super quiet and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Claudia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely comfortable stay with excellent facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Accommodations were very nice. Bedroom was large with a love seat. Bathroom was large with snail shower. We had access to a second adjoining room with kitchenette and dinning table plus sitting area. Bay is across the street with no buildings obstructing view. Convenient to dining.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kristina, London, GB

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely bed and breakfast! Great, clean, spacious room. Nice location directly across from the beach. Luke was helpful and an excellent host. He provided excellent tips and we really enjoyed staying in Kaikoura - we saw whales, fur seals and an albatross....all part of the local fun!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019

8/10 Good

Rod, UK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very friendly B&B, spacious rooms and right on the beach. Short distance to town.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Berit

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lækkert bnb

Pragtfuldt BNB. Kan varmt anbefales
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great family room

We only had one night here but would have enjoyed longer. Room (queen and single beds) large and well laid out just off lounge / kitchenett area. Beds comfortable and lovely spacious shower / bathroom with off street parking. Breakfast was continental and generous. Loved our stay here and would highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location, slightly out of the main hustle of the town. The Forest room was newly refurbished, very large and clean (slept 3 akthough we were just a couple). We also had use of a separate adjacent kitchenette/sitting room with a TV hich was great. Luke, our host, was very helpful with information about the area and provided us with a lovely continental breakfast. Highly recommended
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018