Boutique Hotel
BooTeek Bar
Boutique Hotel Kaikoura. Operated by husband and wife Johnny, Deb and the Team, they strive to create a relaxed environment offering an intimate and personal guest experience. Come and stay away from the crowds and enjoy a place to just Be.
Stay with us
WaterFRONT Balcony
Elegant spacious luxe room with front-on sea views and large balcony. Comfortable king bed, large, tiled bathrooms with rainwater showers, climate-controlled air, luxury bathroom products, smart tv and Wi-Fi.
Magnificent sea and mountain view and large balcony. On first floor. Room size average 34 square metres.
Courtyard Room
THESE ROOMS ARE A GREAT OPTION FOR A SINGLE or CORPORATE TRAVELLER WITH NOT MUCH LUGGAGE.
For a couple of travellers with a lot of luggage, the Deluxe rooms are recommended.
Small but perfectly formed, these rooms have air conditioning, ensuite bathroom. smart TV, Wi-Fi, luxe bathroom products and comfortable queen bed.
Courtyard view. These rooms open directly onto the lovely, sheltered courtyard garden. Ground level. 15 square metres.
Courtyard Delux Room
Spacious stylish room with large bathrooms, air conditioning, comfortable queen bed, luxury bathroom products, smart tv and Wi-Fi.
Courtyard view. Large veranda, opening directly onto the lovely sheltered, courtyard garden. Ground level. Room size average 24 square metres.
WaterVIEW Balcony
Elegant spacious luxe room with side-on sea views and large balcony. Comfortable king bed, large, tiled bathrooms with rainwater showers, climate-controlled air, luxury bathroom products, smart tv and Wi-Fi.
Magnificent sea views and large balcony. On first floor. Room size average 30 square metres.
WaterFRONT No Balcony
Elegant spacious luxe room with 2 large windows allowing beautiful front-on sea views. Comfortable king bed, large, tiled bathrooms with rainwater showers, climate-controlled air, luxury bathroom products, smart tv and Wi-Fi
Magnificent sea and mountain views. On first floor. Room size average 30 square metres. 5-star.
About our hotel
This lovely seaside hotel that is sure to delight, from check-in to check-out. Peacefully located half way along the waterfront Esplanade, it's only a short walk to the towns best restaurants and famous attractions.
The Kaikoura Boutique Hotel consists of 5 luxe waterfront rooms with magnificent sea views. 4 of these rooms have balconies.These rooms are located on the first floor of the historic building.
Everything else is on the ground floor - Reception, The BooTeek Bar and our Breakfst room.
Our Courtyard Accommodation consists of 7 units surrounded by the sun-soaked delightful courtyard garden. Tranquil and calm.
Whether staying with us or not, you'll love The BooTeek Bar - open from 2pm - think great wine, local craft beer and platters til 8pm. Come visit us soon
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Things to do
Whale Watching
The marine geography off the coast makes Kaikoura one of the world's best places to observe these incredible mammals. Some resident, many migrating at various times of the year. Winter is arguably the best time of year to whale watch - migration is in full swing and they're closer to shore. By boat, helicopter or small plane - the staff at the hotel can happily advise and arrange.
New Zealand Fur Seal
The definition of innocense, the NZ Fur Seal is one of the more delightful creatures on the planet. Whether you want to seal-spot the main Kaikoura based colony on the foreshore beyond the hotel, take a 20 minute drive north to the famous Ohau Waterfall where baby seals learn how to be big seals, or go swimming with seals - Kaikoura is the seal capital of the universe. Hotel staff will happily point you in the right direction.
Dolphins
A mega-pod of Dolphins call Kaikoura and South Bay home. Regularly viewed from the dining room of the hotel, these are the most playful of all creatures. In Kaikoura you can kayak, swim or stay onboard and simply view dolphins at close range. Hotel staff are happy to advise and arrange for you.
Whales
By boat, helicopter or small plane, Whale watching is what Kaikoura is internationally famous for. Unique marine geography and position on the southern ocean's migratory route ensures year-around joy for visitors to Kaikoura. In high / summer season, book well in advance - contact the hotel for advice and to make arrangements for you.
Delightful Dophins
A mega-pod of Dolphin call Kaikoura home. Regularly seen from the dining room over breakfast, they truly are the most playful and delightful of creatures. You can swim-with, kayak-with or simply view them by boat. Bookings essentially in advance for swimming encounters in high / summer season. Hotel staff happy to arrange bookings for you.
NZ Fur Seals
The definition of innocense, the NZ Fur Seal is thriving around the Kaikoura area. Whether you simply want to walk alongside the major colony just along the foreshore from the hotel, to driving 20 minutes north to Ohau Waterfall where baby seals play among themselves learning to be big seals, or swimming with the seals - it will be an experience you'll never forget. Hotel staff happy to arrange or point you in the right direction for an excellent experience.
Horse Trekking
Amazing river, country-side, horses and guide - this is one very special experience. Treks range from 2-5 hours and need booking in advance. Let us know at time of booking if this is something you'd like to do.
Great gear for guests to hire
For the guests looking to do a little free-styling, considering hiring some of our great quality equipment direct from us at the Hotel:
Motorbikes
Paddle Boards
Go-Pros
Dive & Snorkling gear
Mountain Bikes
Cars
Golf Clubs
(Advanced Reservations Recommended)
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