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Wacky Stays

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Reviews

9.0 out of 10

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services

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12 Kowhai Ford Road, Kaikoura, 7371
  • Kaikoura District Museum
    4 min drive
  • Kaikoura Museum
    4 min drive
  • Fyffe View Ranch Adventure Park
    5 min drive
  • Kaikoura (KBZ)
    14 min drive

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  • 32 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds and 2 Single Beds

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Tipi / Teepee | Individually decorated, individually furnished, laptop workspace

Tipi / Teepee

  • 7 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Colonial Wagon + Sleep Out | Front of property

Colonial Wagon + Sleep Out

  • 12 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Bunk Beds OR 2 Large Single Beds and 2 Single Bunk Beds

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Train Carriage

  • 26 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Bunk Beds

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Yurt / Mongolian Ger | View from room

Yurt / Mongolian Ger

  • 7 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

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House Truck / Gypsy Wagon

  • 9 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About this property

Wacky Stays

Family-friendly Kaikoura bed & breakfast in Kaikoura Flat with free parking
This smoke-free bed & breakfast features a complimentary children's club, after-hours theme park access and early theme park entry. Free WiFi in public areas, free self parking and a free manager's reception are also provided. Additionally, theme park character encounters, conference space and a garden are on-site.
Wacky Stays offers 6 accommodations with complimentary dressing gowns and a hairdryer. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation has separate dining areas and includes dining tables. This Kaikoura bed & breakfast provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices). Guests can make use of the in-room fridges, coffee/tea makers and rice cookers. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and children's dressing gowns. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested. Cots/infant beds (complimentary) and Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) are also available.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.
During your stay at Wacky Stays, you'll be close to Kaikoura District Museum. Free WiFi in public areas, free self-parking and a free manager's reception are available. This property offers pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls.
  • Free Wi-Fi (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
  • Free self-parking
  • Continental breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Amenities include meeting rooms and conference space
  • On-site recreation includes a playground
  • Just a 4-minute drive from Kaikoura District Museum and a few minutes from Kaikoura Museum
  • Pets welcome free of charge
  • Pet-friendly amenities are available, including food and water bowls
A free manager's reception is offered daily. WiFi is free in public spaces. Event space at this bed & breakfast measures 50 square feet (5 square metres) and includes conference space. A complimentary children's club, after-hours theme park access, and early theme park entry are also featured at the family-friendly Wacky Stays. Free self parking is available.

This Kaikoura bed & breakfast is smoke free.

The bed & breakfast hosts a free manager's reception daily.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

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

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:00 AM to 8:00 AM for a fee: NZD 40 for adults and NZD 5 for children
  • Couples/private dining
  • Free daily manager's reception

Things to do

  • After hours theme park access
  • Early theme park entry
  • Ecotours
  • Free children's club
  • Music library
  • Playground
  • Theme park character encounters
  • Video library

Family friendly

  • After hours theme park access
  • Children's games
  • Dining table
  • Early theme park entry
  • Free children's club
  • Free cot
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Playground
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Separate in-room dining area
  • Theme park character encounters

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages

Business services

  • 50 square feet of conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 6 accessible parking spaces
  • No lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Children's robes
  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Rice cooker
  • Separate dining area
  • Toaster

More

  • Composting
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Portable fan
  • Recycling
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 9 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee for check-in between 9 PM and midnight
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: NZD 20.00

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 3 per cent for credit card payments
There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email 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

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free
  • Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 25 per night.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: NZD 20 per accommodation, per night
  • Cleaning fee: NZD 30 per accommodation, per stay.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately NZD 40 for adults and from NZD 5 for children
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-in fee for check-in between 9 PM and midnight
  • Late check-out fee: NZD 20.00 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 25 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3 per cent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit
This property does not have a front desk. Guests arriving after 2:00 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests will receive an email 72 hours before arrival with check-in information. The host will greet guests on arrival. Guests should know that 2 dogs live at this property.
Property Registration Number 108-935-910

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Alcohol isn't served at Wacky Stays.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

National rating

Rating provided by Qualmark®, source of official star ratings for accommodation in New Zealand.

Property is also known as

Wacky Stays Country House Kaikoura
Wacky Stays Country House
Wacky Stays Kaikoura
Wacky Stays
Wacky Stays Kaikoura
Wacky Stays Bed & breakfast
Wacky Stays Bed & breakfast Kaikoura

Wacky Stays Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 43 out of 74 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 22 out of 74 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 74 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 74 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 74 reviews" "

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Evelyn

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness
We enjoyed our stays however was overwhelmed by the rules on staying at the property the book lists was over the top and felt unwelcoming especially if you stay a minute over 10am checkout time they charge $20 per hour, the kitchen was good however not really clean the pots and pans need upgrading the owner was not friendly so made us uncomfortable on arrival. Maybe kids would like it with all the animals around the dogs were the best part so lovely.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Michael

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was most unique, a railroading buff would love it. A bit pricey but we didnt have other options. A vintage NZ train car you could sleep, eat and bathe in.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Zhaoli

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We stayed in the yurt for one night. The owner was super friendly and considerate. He provided great hospitality to our family with a clean and fun yurt space, private bathroom, breakfast including fresh free range eggs and other breakfast options. My kids and I also enjoyed feeding and encountering the different types of farm animals onsite. Overall, we were very happy to stay in Wacky Stays. Highly recommended!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was really unique experience staying in the wagon. We really loved feeding the animals.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

6/10 Okay

Leigh

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome stay, very comfy and clean. Unique experience, recommend feeding the animals in the morning.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

jayne

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The places you could pick to stay in, the fresh air, the uniqueness, the animals, the quietness, the old school ness!!!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Diana

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was a great place to relax and enjoy the amazing scenery. Very comfortable and staff are extremely helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very magical place, awesomely different.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sharyn

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome place to stay for a night “glamping” in Kaikoura. Family friendly. Loved the Llama trekking taster walk & feeding the farm animals. Very memorable and would recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

DAVID

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a great location a few KMs from Kaikoura. We wanted quiet and we got it. Set in lovely ground kept by the family it was simply lovely. The farm cottage is old but that is part of the experience the floors are uneven some doors you have bend a little to get in. This simply reflects the different eras in which additions or repairs where done. this cottage can sleep around 8 people comfortably (I am allowing for the couch as well). Great water pressure, big lawn for the kids or maybe you could bring the caravan for a fee and park up with the rest of the family the outdoor space is wonderful. The stove worked perfectly, outdoor BBQ and Pizza oven, things for the kids to do including long necked sheep sorry Llama's or similar. The person welcoming us was excellent Kevin (owner) gave us a good rundown. I really enjoyed this site while it is not new it is definitely comfortable and great for a family or group of friends
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021

8/10 Good

Heidi

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very quirky which is what you expect when booking at a place called Waky Stays. Accommodation was clean and neat, but do be prepared to live among the animals. We stayed in the Tipi and it was raining but everything stayed dry and warm.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautifully constructed wagon with old-fashioned features and modern amenities.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lynda, Christchurch

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay in the tepee - lots of thoughtful touches including fresh eggs for breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2020

8/10 Good

Keith

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
fun family stay in Kaikoura.
Three adults and two boy's (11 and 6) spent two nights in the farm cottage at Wacky Stays. Really enjoyed our stay, the boy's especially the youngest couldn't get enough of feeding and seeing the animals, and both of them made full use of the ride on pedal tractor, heaps of room for them to run around too. Wacky Stays very obliging and friendly, look forward to staying again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020

8/10 Good

Gabrielle, Christchurch

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed in the farm cottage which was very clean and tidy. The heat pump warmed up the house very well and all the rooms were presented nicely. The kids loved feeding the animals in the morning and the staff were very friendly. We had all the privacy we wanted and the owner was very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kristen, Christchurch, NZ

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely charming Kiwi experience. Warm reception with thorough tour, comfortable and cute (we were in the farm house), and we very much enjoyed feeding the animals in the morning! Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay in the Teepee was very comfortable and cozy . We enjoyed our glamping experience.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I booked wacky stays as a quirky one night stop for myself and family. The place met and exceeded my expectations... it was Amazing! The staff were lovely and all the different stays had us really excited about returning and staying in one of their other stays. Definitely recommend
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a great place to stay! The attention to detail of the property was outstanding - the lights, the cool qwerks, everything was superb. The view was great and the lamas just over the fence were no problem at all.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

8/10 Good

Yvonne

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It is exactly what it says it is - Wacky! A unique stay in a rural location unlike the motel stays we had had on the trip so far.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019