About this property

Essential Facilities: Dolphin Lodge in Kaikoura offers a garden, terrace, massage services, and free WiFi. Guests can relax in the outdoor seating area, picnic spots, and barbecue facilities. Comfortable Accommodations: The hostel features shared kitchen, ground-floor units with sea views, private bathrooms, and sofas. Additional amenities include a hairdryer, walk-in shower, and luggage storage. Convenient Location: Kaikoura Beach is a 4-minute walk away. Nearby attractions include hiking trails and scenic views of the sea, mountains, and gardens. Guest Favorites: Guests highly rate the garden, convenient location, and well-equipped kitchen.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Situated in the best rated area in Kaikoura, this property has an excellent location score of 9.4

  • Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 single bed
1 single bed
1 single bed
1 double bed
1 double bed
2 single beds
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Paula
New Zealand New Zealand
Very nice place to be in. Great views and location.
Katie
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Homely, clean, cosy space with communal areas to sit and enjoy the wonderful view. Bed was really comfortable.
Habyeol
South Korea South Korea
it was very cozy. there was a very cute and friendly cat. Host was very kind. In general i was satisfied
Esther
France France
Really nice place to stay, very beautiful view with a great location, cosy and comfortable atmosphere :)
Nicola
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Lovely hostel. Great location, walking distance to the main street, beach etc. Friendly, helpful staff, good sized communal areas. The wood burner was on in the evening, so this was very cozy. I had a private room with ensuite. Great size,...
Peter
New Zealand New Zealand
Location, view of sea and mountain, welcoming atmosphere, big outdoor deck area. The manager very warm and welcoming
Analijia
New Zealand New Zealand
Staff were lovely, beautiful property, and had good amenities.
Sarah
Mauritius Mauritius
Beautiful view and the most friendly staff, we had a lovely stay, thanks!
Carla
New Zealand New Zealand
Friendly welcoming staff. A great location with easy walk into town. Great views all for a good price.
Diane
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Owner was super lovely and arranging, the garden is a gem, facilities clean and well maintained, and overall has lots of charm too it. Felt like a home. I would come back :)

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House rules

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Check-in
From 15:00 to 20:00
Check-out
From 09:00 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 2 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Spa and gym facilities at this property are unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).