Wacky Stays

Suburban Kaikōura B&B with free children's club

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Where to?

Dates

October 2025

25

November 2025

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

House Truck / Gypsy Wagon | View from room

Colonial Wagon + Sleep Out | Private kitchen | Fridge, oven, stovetop, coffee/tea maker

Colonial Wagon + Sleep Out | Front of property

Train Carriage | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished

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.

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

$103 nightly

Oct 28 - Oct 29

Total with taxes and fees

Room options

Check availability for these dates

Tonight

Oct 25 - Oct 26

Tomorrow

Oct 26 - Oct 27

All rooms

1 bed

3+ beds

Showing 6 of 6 rooms

Farmers Cottage

Exceptional

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

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

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

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

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

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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Pet friendly
Free parking
Free WiFi

$51 nightly

Oct 27 - Oct 28

Total with taxes and fees

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About the neighborhood

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

‪The Whaler - ‬5 min drive
‪Coopers Catch - ‬4 min drive
‪Why Not Cafe - ‬5 min drive
‪King Tide Eatery - ‬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. After hours theme park access, early theme park entry, and theme park character encounters are other highlights.

At a glance

Hotel size

- 6 rooms
- Arranged over 1 level

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

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

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

Children

- Free children's club

Pets

- Pets stay free
- Service animals welcome
- Food and water bowls available

Internet

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

Parking

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

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

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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.