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 9.5 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Free parking
- Free WiFi
- Non-smoking rooms
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Diane
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 :)” - Doris
Australia“For the value, I would say it was good. The hostess was really welcoming and friendly. Also, if you want to see the Southern Alps first thing in the morning while having coffee, this is your spot. And it’s 5 minutes away from the centre via...” - Colette Australia“Everything about Dolphin Lodge was delightful, especially the people. The staff were friendly & helpful. Made us feel like part of a family. It is as the photos show. The location & value for money are excellent. We would stay here again.”
- Ang
Hong Kong“Can view the sea from my room. Good location since the intercity bus stop just 5 mins away. Do note that you have to walk up a bit to reach your the hostel.” - Antje
Germany“A cozy place with a lovely fireplace and a nice dining room and kitchen. From the terrace you have a view over the sea and it‘s walking distance to shops, restaurants and the WhaleWatch base” - Menghsin Australia“The room had a warm and cozy atmosphere, the host was friendly, and the location was very close to the city center.”
- Rachel
New Zealand“So ideal for our stopover en route to Nelson. So homely. The staff couldn't have been more accommodating and the view was spectacular.” - Yixuan
China“I love the lounge most about the property. I stayed here for two nights to do the whale watching. The quiet and lovely morning impressed me a lot. You can have a beautiful sea view from the window in the lounge. Meanwhile the staff lady takes good...” - Gloria
Italy“The staff was super friendly and helpful. The view is stunning and the location very optimal. The Lodge and the staff makes it feels like home.” - Ingrid
Sweden“Super cozy & friendly hostel, felt like home. Social but calm. There was a cute cat there too!!”
Property surroundings
House rules
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.
The fine print
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).
