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open-plan studio-style living room and one private bedroom. Soothing sand-and-sky col-
our scheme and quality chattels.
Bay Cottages
( 03-319 5506;
www.baycottages.co.nz
;
29 South Bay Pde; cottages/motels $100/130; )
Here's a great-
value option on South Bay, a few kilometres south of town: five tourist cottages with kit-
chenette and bathroom that sleep up to four, and two slick motel rooms with stainless-
steel benches, a warm feel and clean lines. The cheery owner may even take you crayfish-
ing in good weather.
MOTEL
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Sails Motel
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MOTEL
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( 03-319 6145;
www.sailsmotel.co.nz
;
134 Esplanade; d $120-140, q $170; )
There are no sea views
(nor sails) at this motel, so the cherubic owners have to impress with quality. Their four
secluded, tastefully appointed self-contained units are down a driveway in a garden setting
(private outdoor areas abound).
Nikau Lodge
( 03-319 6973;
www.nikaulodge.com
;
53 Deal St; d $190-260; )
A waggly-tailed welcome awaits
at this beautiful B&B high on the hill with grand-scale vistas. Five en suite rooms are
plush and comfy, with additional satisfaction arriving in the form of cafe-quality break-
fasts accompanied by fresh local coffee. Good humour, home baking, free wi-fi, compli-
mentary drinks, a hot tub and blooming gardens: you may want to move in.
B&B
$$$
Waves on the Esplanade
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APARTMENTS
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( 03-319 5890, 0800 319 589;
www.kaikouraapartments.co.nz
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78 Esplanade; apt $240-350; )
Can't do
without the comforts of home? Here you go: spacious, luxury two-bedroom apartments
with Sky TV, DVD player, two bathrooms, laundry facilities and full kitchen. Oh, and su-
perb ocean views from the balcony. Rates are for up to four people.
