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 onsite.
Wacky Stays offers 6 accommodations with bathrobes and hair dryers. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations have separate dining areas and include dining tables. This Kaikōura 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 refrigerators, coffee/tea makers, and rice cookers. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and children's robes. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Cribs/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.
Each day guests can enjoy a complimentary manager's reception. Public areas are equipped with complimentary wireless Internet access. Event facilities measuring 50 square feet (5 square meters) include conference space. This family-friendly bed & breakfast also offers a complimentary children's club, after hours theme park access, and early theme park entry. Onsite self parking is complimentary.
Wacky Stays is a smoke-free property.
A complimentary manager's reception is offered each day.
Awards and affiliations
Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, 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 transportation
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
In-room crib
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 elevator
Stair-free path to entrance
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
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1 floor
6 buildings
Built in 2013
Comprehensive food waste policy
Comprehensive recycling policy
Eco-friendly cleaning products used
Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
Smoke-free property
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Free crib
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
Bathroom
Bathrobes
Children's robes
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dining table
Electric kettle
Oven
Refrigerator
Rice cooker
Separate dining area
Stovetop
Toaster
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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 percent 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 stay free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Food and water bowls are available
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 25 per night
Free cribs are available on request at the property
Property payment types
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
Deposit: NZD 20 per accommodation, per night
Cleaning fee: NZD 30 per accommodation, per stay
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
Fee for continental breakfast: approximately NZD 40 for adults and 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 percent
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
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 carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number 108-935-910
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Alcohol is not served at this property
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
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Wacky Stays Bed & breakfast
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Wacky Stays Reviews
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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We stayed in the Gypsy truck, I liked the novelty of it. It was cute and quirky.
The host was super helpful, and talked us through the features on arrival.
Surprisingly, the shower was excellent. Doesn't appear that way on first impression, however perfect temperature, and lots of pressure.
One suggestion would be a step or the like, if you are short, to get up into the loft bed.
We even saw baby ducks that were extremely friendly and came right up to us
Jade
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Steven
Feb 28, 2024
Steven
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
8/10 Good
Evelyn
Traveled with family
Feb 16, 2024
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.
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.
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!
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.
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
Daniel
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021
8/10 Good
Heidi
Traveled with family
Jan 21, 2021
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.
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.
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.
Gabrielle
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2020
10/10 Excellent
Kristen, Christchurch, NZ
Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
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!