--- title: "Ardara Lodge Bed & Breakfast, Kaikōura | StayVersus" description: "Ardara Lodge Bed & Breakfast in Kaikōura: rated 8.8 by guests, 3.5-star. Amenities, location and nearby alternatives compared side by side." url: https://stayversus.com/en/hotel/ardara-lodge-bed-breakfast-kaikoura/ language: en source: StayVersus (https://stayversus.com) retrieved: 2026-10-15 --- Guesthouse · ★★★★ # Ardara Lodge Bed & Breakfast Hapuku, Kaikōura, New Zealand 8.8 · Excellent 10 reviews · #15 #15 of 32 in Kaikōura · 1.1 Location score ## About Ardara Lodge Bed & Breakfast Ardara Lodge Bed & Breakfast is a guesthouse in Hapuku, Kaikōura, New Zealand. It holds a 3.5-star rating. Guests rate it 8.8 out of 10 across 10 reviews. Facilities include swimming pool, spa, restaurant, bar, free parking, free wi-fi. It is 4.4 km from the centre of Kaikōura. The nearest airport, Woodbourne Airport (BHE), is 96 km away. - **Type:** Guesthouse - **Star rating:** ★★★★ - **Check-in from:** 13:00 - **Check-out until:** 10:00 - **Rooms:** 6 - **Last renovated:** 2012 - **Pets:** Pets allowed - **Other stays within 500 m:** 1 233 Schoolhouse Road [temahururetreat.co.nz](https://temahururetreat.co.nz/) ## How Ardara Lodge Bed & Breakfast scores Better rated than 42% of hotels in Kaikōura - Guest rating **8.8** - Location **1.1** - Facilities **7.5** - Families **1.0** - Spa & wellness **7.0** - Beach access **2.9** Kaikōura average ## Amenities Swimming poolSpaRestaurantBarFree parkingFree Wi-FiPets allowed ### Pool & wellness - Swimming pool - Spa - Sauna - Massage ### Food & drink - Breakfast - Restaurant - Bar ### Leisure - Terrace ### Internet - Free Wi-Fi ### Parking & transport - Free parking ### Services - Shuttle - Laundry - Luggage storage ### In the rooms - Balcony ### Policies - Pets allowed Based on the property listing at our booking partner. ## Location - **Location score:** **1.1**/10 - **Walk grade:** **0**/100 Car recommended - **Restaurants & cafés within 500 m:** **0** - **Sights within 1 km:** **0**
Nearest beach2.2 km5 min drive
Nearest airportWoodbourne Airport (BHE)96 km216 min drive
Distance to the centreKaikōura4.4 km10 min drive
## Ardara Lodge Bed & Breakfast: in detail Great care is taken to ensure guests experience comfort through top-notch services and amenities. Stay connected with your associates, as complimentary Wi-Fi is available during your entire visit. The hotel offers shuttle amenities to assist you in discovering your desired offerings in Kaikoura. When arriving by car, you'll be grateful for the on-site complimentary parking at hotel. The hotel offers reception amenities including express check-in or check-out and luggage storage to ensure a comfortable stay for guests. Should you require it, the tours can even assist you in booking tickets and securing reservations for the finest shows and events in the vicinity. Whether you're here for an extended stay or simply require fresh garments, the hotel ensures your cherished travel attire remains spotless and accessible with the convenience of laundry service located on the premises. To ensure the well-being and convenience of all visitors, smoking is strictly prohibited throughout the entire hotel. Smoking is permitted solely in the specified smoking zones allocated by hotel. In order to ensure the utmost level of relaxation, the guestrooms feature an inviting design and are equipped with all basic necessities, creating a delightful stay experience. Several chosen accommodations at Ardara Lodge Bed & Breakfast have a balcony or terrace incorporated into the room design. Selected rooms offer in-room amusement like television as a source of entertainment for guests to enjoy. Rest assured, quenching your thirst is not a concern with a refrigerator available in select accommodations. You'll be pleased to know that select guest bathrooms offer bathroom amenities such as a hair dryer, ensuring a comfortable stay. Start your day stress-free at Ardara Lodge Bed & Breakfast as breakfast is made available for you on the premises. Various excellent meal offerings at hotel ensure that enticing and easily accessible options are constantly available. Throughout the day, engage in the entertaining activities available at Ardara Lodge Bed & Breakfast. Unwind and conclude each day delightfully by stopping by massage, spa and sauna, ensuring a soothing experience. ### Compare ## Compare Ardara Lodge Bed & Breakfast with nearby hotels Similar hotels within 3 km. 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Ardara Lodge Bed & Breakfast has a guest rating of 8.8 out of 10 from 10 reviews, which is better than 42% of rated hotels in Kaikōura. ### What are the check-in and check-out times at Ardara Lodge Bed & Breakfast? Check-in starts at 13:00 and check-out is until 10:00. ### Does Ardara Lodge Bed & Breakfast include breakfast? Breakfast is available. Whether it is included depends on the rate you book. ### Does Ardara Lodge Bed & Breakfast have a pool? Yes, Ardara Lodge Bed & Breakfast has a swimming pool. ### Is there parking at Ardara Lodge Bed & Breakfast? Yes, the listing mentions free parking. ### How far is Ardara Lodge Bed & Breakfast from the airport? The nearest airport, Woodbourne Airport (BHE), is 96 km away in a straight line. ### Is Ardara Lodge Bed & Breakfast close to the beach? The nearest beach is 2.2 km from the hotel. ### How many rooms does Ardara Lodge Bed & Breakfast have? Ardara Lodge Bed & Breakfast has 6 rooms. Updated 6 Oct 2026. 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