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Wacky Stays

2.5 star property
Suburban Kaikōura B&B with free children's club

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Tipi / Teepee | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished
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House Truck / Gypsy Wagon | View from room
Nestled near Kaikoura Museum, Wacky Stays offers a family-friendly haven with free continental breakfast, garden views, and a playground for kids to unwind. Connect to WiFi in public areas or relax at the daily manager's reception.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Non-smoking
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Child-friendly activities

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • After hours theme park access
  • Early theme park entry
  • Theme park character encounters
  • Breakfast available
  • Free children's club
  • Meeting rooms
  • Garden
  • Conference space
  • Picnic area
  • Barbecue grills
  • Playground

Feel at home (6)

  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Children's club (free)
  • Playground on site
  • After hours theme park access
  • Early theme park entry
  • Theme park character encounters
$116 nightly
The total price is $134
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Total with taxes and fees

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Highlights

Deck/patio
Outdoor play area
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
  • 344 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds and 2 Twin Beds

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Tipi / Teepee | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished

Tipi / Teepee

Highlights

Outdoor play area
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
  • 75 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Colonial Wagon + Sleep Out | Front of property

Colonial Wagon + Sleep Out

Highlights

Deck/patio
Outdoor play area
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
  • 129 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Bunk Beds OR 2 Large Twin Beds and 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Train Carriage | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished

Train Carriage

Highlights

Deck/patio
Outdoor play area
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
  • 279 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Yurt / Mongolian Ger | View from room

Yurt / Mongolian Ger

Highlights

Outdoor play area
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
  • 75 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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House Truck / Gypsy Wagon | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished

House Truck / Gypsy Wagon

Highlights

Outdoor play area
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
  • 96 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
12 Kowhai Ford Road, Kaikoura, 7371

What's nearby

  • Kaikoura District Museum - 5 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Kaikoura Beach - 6 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Fyffe House - 11 min drive - 10.4 km
  • Peninsula Walkway - 11 min drive - 10.4 km
  • Point Kean Seal Colony - 14 min drive - 11.5 km

Getting around

  • Blenheim (BHE-Woodbourne) - 109 min drive
  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 146 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Strawberry Tree - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Why Not Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Coopers Catch - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Whaler - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Cods n Cray - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Wacky Stays

Bring the kids when you stay at Wacky Stays in Kaikōura and they can enjoy the free kids' club. Freebies like WiFi and self parking are added perks, and guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails, mountain biking, and snorkeling. Other highlights at this eco-certified bed & breakfast include after hours theme park access, early theme park entry, and theme park character encounters.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 6 rooms
    • Arranged over 1 level
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10 AM
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • The property charges 3 percent for credit card payments
    • There is no front desk at this property
    • Guests will receive an email within 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; your host will greet you
    • If you are planning to arrive after 2:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Guests should be aware that 2 dogs reside at this property
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • Free children's club
DONE

Pets

    • Pets stay free
    • Service animals welcome
    • Food and water bowls available
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
    • Onsite parking includes off-street options
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property
    • No alcohol served onsite
    • No stag/bachelor or hen/bachelorette parties

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Continental breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–8:00 AM
  • Barbecue grills
  • Private dining
  • Free daily reception

Traveling with children

  • Free children's club
  • After hours theme park access
  • Early theme park entry
  • Theme park character encounters
  • Playground
  • Children's games
  • Fireplace gate

What to do

  • Ecotours
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Ski area nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Whale-watching nearby

Working away

  • Meeting rooms
  • Conference space (50 square feet)

Services

  • Romance packages

Facilities

  • 6 buildings/towers
  • Built in 2013
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Music library
  • Video library
  • Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 6 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Stair-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Portable fan
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Bathrobes
  • Children's robes
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Free crib/infant bed
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated
  • Separate dining area
  • Separate sitting area

Freshen up

  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Free WiFi (speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Rice cooker
  • Toaster
  • Cookware, dishes, and utensils
  • Dining table

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • LED light bulbs
  • Composting
  • Recycling
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Local maps

Special features

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit: NZD 20 per accommodation, per night

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • Cleaning fee: NZD 30 per accommodation, per stay

Optional extras

  • Continental breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately NZD 40 for adults and NZD 5 for children
  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Late check-in between 9 PM and midnight can be arranged for an extra charge
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of NZD 20.00 (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 3 percent

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for NZD 25 per night

Policies

This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Property Registration Number 108-935-910

National rating

Rating provided by Qualmark®, source of official star ratings for accommodation in New Zealand.

Also known as

Wacky Stays Country House Kaikoura
Wacky Stays Country House
Wacky Stays Kaikoura
Wacky Stays
Wacky Stays Kaikoura
Wacky Stays Bed & breakfast
Wacky Stays Bed & breakfast Kaikoura

Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at Wacky Stays?

Yes, pets stay free. Food and water bowls are available.

Is parking offered on site at Wacky Stays?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Wacky Stays?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 10 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of NZD 20.00 (subject to availability).

What is there to do at Wacky Stays and nearby?

During the winter, enjoy nearby recreation like skiing and return when the snow melts for hiking and mountain biking. Additional recreation onsite includes ecotours. Enjoy amenities like a picnic area and a garden.

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