Dolphin Lodge

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Scored 8.6
Rated excellent

Staff

9.4

Property highlights

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 in particular like the location – they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms

Located in the top-rated area in Kaikoura, this property has an excellent location score of 9.4!

  • Free Private Parking Available On Site

Availability

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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

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Singapore Singapore
“The view from the hostel was stunning, where the mountains and sea can be seen. The location was in the city centre which was really convenient and it's close to the beach as well. The staff was really friendly and ofetn checked in with the...”
Jessica
New Zealand New Zealand
“I stayed at this hostel last night and had a great experience. The place was very clean, comfortable, and well-organized—the best I’ve stayed at so far. The bed sheets were soft and warm, which made me feel even more at home.”
Mio
Japan Japan
“Great walkable location from the main road, good kitchen, social and very cozy, STUNNING views from the balcony, small hostel so less people even when at max capacity. No bunk beds, all single beds in dorms.”
Joelle
United States United States
“Beautiful location. Several sitting areas. Warm wood stove. Left luggage available. Friendly staff.”
Anne
France France
“This hostel is like heaven on Earth! The hosts are super welcoming and caring, the house is very cosy, lovely view, lovely fireplace, very peaceful, I would definitely come back!”
Patrick
Canada Canada
“The host was very friendly and helpful. The room was clean, spacious, quiet and cozy. Kitchen was very well equipped and the garden furniture was excellent.”
Jenny
United States United States
“Steps from InterCity bus stop (it's uphill, but it's slope not stairs so you can roll the luggage). close to restaurants. Staff let me check-in early. My private room has ocean view. The yard is cozy with ocean view. Kitchen is functional....”
Robert
Netherlands Netherlands
“Very friendly staff, nice location near the ocean, beautiful backyard where you can sit. And free coffee is always a nice bonus”
Dana
United States United States
“The view from the main deck was beautiful. The kitchen had everything we needed, and the staff was really nice.”
Ceitte
United States United States
“It’s someone’s beautiful house turned into a hostel so it’s quite lovely. The staff were SO nice it was almost like staying at a friends house. I was only there for a night but really enjoyed my stay. Make sure you get out and do some stargazing...”

Area info

Amenities of Dolphin Lodge

Great facilities! Review score, 8.4

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms

House rules

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Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Check-out
From 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 2 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to 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 the coronavirus (COVID-19).