138 Esplanade, 7300 Kaikoura, New Zealand
#1 of 13 B&Bs and Inns in Kaikoura
Guests' ChoiceBased on 333 B&B reviews
9.7Cleanliness
9.9
Comfort
9.9
Location
9.9
Facilities
9.9
Staff
9.9
Value for money
9.5
Free WiFi
9.4
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 23 April 2024
Carl
GermanyThe only parts that could be considered negatives were the parking situation was quite tight, which means reversing out of the driveway, however the quiet road means that it is relatively easy to depart in this fashion. We also had some difficulty with the wifi connection and it's stability, it had minimal effect on us as we did not have a significant amount of time in the room as we were enjoying the sights of Kaikoura and the surrounding area.
The Hamptons was a wonderful place to spend an evening, and due to it's location we wish we could have stayed for longer. The location was easy to find and is a chic and well maintained building right at the waterfront in Kaikoura. The room we were provided was large, well appointed and had all the necessities for a short stay in Kaikoura, with gracious hosts who are happy to provide recommendations for activities and places to have a great meal. We enjoyed the comfort offered by the room and the view from the bed and the verandah alike were beautiful, particularly given that it is an east-facing property with uninterrupted water views. The bed in the room was very comfortable allowing a wonderful nights rest, and the provision of the kettle, and coffee machine (nespresso) was very welcome for a cool evening. The morning breakfast was very welcome, and prepared us well for the day ahead, with all requests being catered to and wonderful conversation with our hosts about the area and the history.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 16 April 2024
Susan
IrelandOur host Patrick was super, lovely guy with a wealth of helpful information and recommendations. As we had a very early departure time, Patrick provided a breakfast tray the night before. Our room was great, particularly liked the fact that we had our own door directly onto the Esplanade.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 14 April 2024
Andrew
United KingdomNothing.
Brilliant sea front location with fantastic views of sunrise on the ocean. Faultless and friendly hosts, great breakfast.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 7 April 2024
Trevor
New ZealandWonderful people, we were made to feel very welcome. Stunning location, extremely clean and tidy, just beautiful, would totally recommend.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 11 March 2024
Alison
United KingdomModern room, excellent shower and lovely friendly hosts.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 8 March 2024
Robbie
New ZealandStylish, comfortable, friendly hosts, wonderful breakfast, great location
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 1 March 2024
Sue
United KingdomNothing
Lovely b&b over the road from the beach, waking up to the view of the bay was just perfect. A little way out of the town but easy walkable. Once checked in, the room was accessed from the bifold doors, enabling you to keep yourselves completely separate from the house. Very comfortable space and very clean. Breakfast next morning was mainly continental but very nice and plenty of it, Patrick you and your wife have a lovely home, thank you for being great hosts - wished we would have had a little more time as we would have loved to have stayed another night to enjoy Kaikōura a little more.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 29 February 2024
Mieke
BelgiumNothing
One of the nicest houses we have seen in NZ and Patrick is a lovely host. We enjoyed the stay very much. Very short drive to whale watching. Highly recommended!!
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 27 February 2024
Richard
United KingdomHaving to leave
The location, best views… Room was spotless & very comfortable. Patrick & Mary -Clare were perfect hosts, great breakfast, home made cookies & great advice on what to do & see.What could be better than sitting on the front deck overlooking the ocean with a glass of NZ wine..
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 15 February 2024
Samuel
New ZealandTowels had a strong chemical smell.
Views. Spacious rooms
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 10 February 2024
Alasdair
United KingdomNothing not to like and enjoy.
Great and engaging hosts, quality accommodation and excellent location. We were even treated to a pod of dolphins 150 yards from where we were enjoying breakfast!
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 1 February 2024
Vicentiu
RomaniaNothing not to like
Incredible company owned accomodation, fantastic services, cozy room. Best accomodation in Kaikoura in terms of location, Patrick and Marie Claire the owners are really nice people which make you feel like home. Choose Hamptons if you want an Incredible accomodation and experience
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 30 January 2024
Zafrir
IsraelNone, this was extraordinary experience.
Great location Great hosting by lovely family, welcoming, helpful. Great modern room Perfect maintained Very clean Excellent breakfast
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 29 January 2024
Stephen
New ZealandEverything!
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 25 January 2024
Jeffrey
United KingdomHow could you not like anything about this property?
The accommodation was fantastic! From a prime location on the sea front only ten minutes from the centre of the action it was a stay which was not just value for money but a pleasure The hosts were welcoming and helpful, the studio was just as described with its own patio
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 22 January 2024
Therese
United KingdomThe breakfast was great. If you have an early start as we did one morning, Patrick brought us a lovely tray of goodies the night before. On our second morning breakfast was served upstairs with fabulous views and great conversation.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 17 January 2024
Peter
United KingdomClean tidy and well equipped room with great views to the beach.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 16 January 2024
Cheryl
United KingdomN/A
Spacious, comfortable room. Great, attentive hosts. Fantastic view. Wonderful breakfast
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 15 January 2024
Norbert
GermanyAbsolutely nothing!
Great hospitality, phantastic view of the bay, very good breakfast. One of the best places we've been to.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 12 January 2024
Filippo
SingaporeWe truly enjoyed everything of our stay. We were travelling by car, but in case you don't, there is a 20min walk to the more commercial part of town on one side, and to one of the main pub/restaurants on the other.
The apartment is cozy and nice, with an independent access. The hosts are very lovely. We particularly enjoyed the continental breakfast, that deatures an amazing freshly ground coffee and home made marmolade!
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 7 January 2024
Sue
AustraliaPerhaps replace the roman blind in the window facing out to the other properties. We kept the blind down the whole time for privacy.
The location was terrific with beautiful gardens to the rear of the property. Our room was spacious and there was nothing that we needed that wasn't provided.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 24 December 2023
Mary
United StatesSpacious room, homely and very kind hosts!
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 15 December 2023
Rachel
United StatesNothing - everything was beautiful.
Beautiful home, lovely hosts, amazing breakfast!
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 14 December 2023
Charlie
United KingdomNothing
The hosts were amazing! Incredibly friendly, welcoming and knowledgeable. The property looked right out onto the sea front, the bed was super comfortable and everything was just what we needed.
Stayed in December 2023
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