
Clifftop Cabins
Wake up to sweeping sea views and unwind in your own private coastal retreat above Kaikōura’s shores.
Accommodation Overview
Clifftop Cabins provides a tranquil adults-only escape less than 1 km from Kaikōura Beach. Guests enjoy modern, self-contained accommodation with stunning sea, city, and mountain views from private balconies or patios. The property is praised for its peaceful location, ideal for relaxation and coastal exploration.
Each apartment includes a fully equipped kitchenette with a coffee machine, stovetop, microwave, and refrigerator. The lounge area features a flat-screen TV with streaming services, while the private bathroom offers a shower, bathtub, hairdryer, and complimentary toiletries. Air-conditioning and free WiFi ensure a comfortable stay.
Outdoor amenities include a garden, furnished terrace, and barbecue facilities, perfect for dining with a view. Additional services such as private check-in/out and free on-site parking add to the convenience.
Most Popular Amenities
- Free private parking
- Free WiFi throughout
- Adults-only accommodation
- Private balcony or patio with sea views
- Fully equipped kitchenette (coffee machine, stovetop, microwave, refrigerator)
- Flat-screen TV with streaming services
- Air conditioning and heating
- Private bathroom with bathtub and shower
- Outdoor furniture and dining area
- Barbecue facilities
- Garden and terrace
- Golf course nearby (within 2 miles)
- Board games and puzzles
- Private check-in/out
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