Our pick
Shearwater Apartments
Kaikoura, NZ
★ 4-star9.9/1060 reviews
0.29 km (0.18 mi) from original
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Central, Affordable, Boat Parking - KK18865 vs Similar Hotels
Compare similar hotels across guest insights, rooms, location, amenities, value, nearby attractions and suitability to understand the trade-offs before you choose.
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Best overall fit
✓Why it stands out
Rooms
10.0Guest mentioned the apartment was comfortable and modern.
Cleanliness
10.0Guest mentioned spotless and clean accommodations.
Location
10.0Guests appreciated the convenient location with beautiful views.
Close alternatives
Hotels (4 selected)
Original hotel
On The Edge, Luxury - KK43111
Kaikoura, NZ
★ 4-star10/1021 reviews
0.26 km (0.16 mi) from original
Waves on the Esplanade
Kaikoura, NZ
★ 4-star9.2/10346 reviews
0.31 km (0.19 mi) from original
Our pick
Key differences
Rooms
On The Edge, Luxury - KK4311110.0
Central, Affordable, Boat Parking - KK188658.7
Cleanliness
On The Edge, Luxury - KK4311110.0
Waves on the Esplanade8.4
Service
On The Edge, Luxury - KK4311110.0
Waves on the Esplanade9.4
Food & Breakfast
On The Edge, Luxury - KK4311110.0
Central, Affordable, Boat Parking - KK188658.7
Amenities & Facilities
On The Edge, Luxury - KK4311110.0
Waves on the Esplanade8.9
Value
On The Edge, Luxury - KK4311110.0
Waves on the Esplanade8.9
Central, Affordable, Boat Parking - KK18865 amenity advantages
Pets allowed
On The Edge, Luxury - KK43111 amenity advantages
Laundry
Shearwater Apartments amenity advantages
Wheelchair accessible
Detailed comparison
Guest score
Central, Affordable, Boat Parking - KK18865
9.2/10On The Edge, Luxury - KK43111
10/10Waves on the Esplanade
9.2/10Shearwater Apartments
9.9/10Rooms
Central, Affordable, Boat Parking - KK18865
8.7Comfy beds, great spaces to relax.
On The Edge, Luxury - KK43111
10.0Absolutely beautiful modern home.
Waves on the Esplanade
9.4Reviews frequently mentioned comfort and spaciousness in the apartments.
Shearwater Apartments
10.0Guest mentioned the apartment was comfortable and modern.
Cleanliness
Central, Affordable, Boat Parking - KK18865
9.2Very warm, clean home in a good location.
On The Edge, Luxury - KK43111
10.0Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Waves on the Esplanade
8.4Some reviews mentioned cleanliness issues in the kitchen, which impacted the score.
Shearwater Apartments
10.0Guest mentioned spotless and clean accommodations.
Location
Central, Affordable, Boat Parking - KK18865
9.8Perfect location in a really quiet friendly neighbourhood.
On The Edge, Luxury - KK43111
10.0Stunning view of the Kaikoura inlet and ranges.
Waves on the Esplanade
9.9Numerous reviews highlight the excellent location close to the beach and amenities.
Shearwater Apartments
10.0Guests appreciated the convenient location with beautiful views.
Service
Central, Affordable, Boat Parking - KK18865
9.7Standard quality for this hotel tier.
On The Edge, Luxury - KK43111
10.0Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Waves on the Esplanade
9.4Hosts were prompt in addressing issues, indicating a high level of service.
Shearwater Apartments
10.0Guests highlighted the kindness and helpfulness of the host.
Sleep & Noise
Central, Affordable, Boat Parking - KK18865
—On The Edge, Luxury - KK43111
—Waves on the Esplanade
—Shearwater Apartments
—Food & Breakfast
Central, Affordable, Boat Parking - KK18865
8.7Standard quality for this hotel tier.
On The Edge, Luxury - KK43111
10.0Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Waves on the Esplanade
8.9No specific mentions, but the availability of food options nearby was noted.
Shearwater Apartments
9.8Guests noted the amazing daily breakfast basket.
Amenities & Facilities
Central, Affordable, Boat Parking - KK18865
9.2Every amenity you could think of and a well-stocked kitchen.
On The Edge, Luxury - KK43111
10.0Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Waves on the Esplanade
8.9Amenities were generally good, but minor issues with kitchen cleanliness were noted.
Shearwater Apartments
9.7Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Value
Central, Affordable, Boat Parking - KK18865
9.2Standard quality for this hotel tier.
On The Edge, Luxury - KK43111
10.0Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Waves on the Esplanade
8.9Guests felt good value for the space and location.
Shearwater Apartments
9.7Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Landmarks
Central, Affordable, Boat Parking - KK18865
Takahanga DomainOn The Edge, Luxury - KK43111
Ngā Niho PāWaves on the Esplanade
Takahanga DomainShearwater Apartments
Kaikoura Fishing Tours