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9.9

164 reviews

Glenburn Coastal Retreat

Glenburn Coastal Retreat

413 Old Beach Rd, Kaikoura, 7371, New Zealand

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Beachfront

Free Private Parking

Adults only

Free wifi

Streaming service (like Netflix)

Beach

Air conditioning

Private entrance

Glenburn Coastal Retreat

Glenburn Coastal Retreat is a 4-star apartment in Kaikoura, New Zealand. Nestled at 413 Old Beach Rd, this beachfront escape sits about 5.2mi from the city center, inviting travelers to soak up ocean views and a relaxed coastal vibe.

Inside, a private entrance opens to a well-equipped kitchen, while thoughtful touches such as air conditioning and non-smoking rooms keep the stay comfortable. Free Wifi with a streaming service option, plus private on-site parking, ensure easy stays near the water. Outdoor spaces include a terrace and patio with garden and mountain views, beach chairs, and a barbecue for sunset meals.

With 164 reviews, Glenburn Coastal Retreat emerges as a calm coastal base, praised for ocean and garden views, a well-equipped kitchen, and the convenience of free private parking. For golf enthusiasts, a nearby course is available with extra charges.

From sea- and mountain-view apartments to ocean-view bungalows and a spacious chalet, the accommodations offer a scenic, non-smoking escape for every mood. The Apartment, Sea View spans 861 square feet and includes a king-size bed for two. The Apartment, Mountain View shares the same size and bed setup, delivering a comfortable base with a postcard-worthy outlook. For extra room to spread out, the Chalet, King, 1 Bedroom offers 969 square feet and a king bed, ideal for relaxed mornings and sunset moments on the terrace.

Beyond the sea- and mountain-view options, a varied lineup rounds out the collection. Double Room, Panoramic View accommodates two adults, while the Luxury Cottage provides a cozy two-person retreat. Luxury Bungalow, King, Ocean View and Premier Bungalow, King are designed for two, both with a king-size bed. Apartment 2 Room and Junior Suite offer compact, practical bases, and the Superior Double Room sleeps up to four adults and three children.

All accommodations are non-smoking, with private on-site parking available and easy access to the coast. Views range from ocean and garden to sweeping mountain backdrops, inviting a relaxed coastal stay with indoor comforts and outdoor spaces—terrace, patio, garden, plus opportunities for beach-chair lounging and sunset barbecues.

Closest airports

Kaikoura Aerodrome

5.1mi

Woodbourne Airport

57.7mi

Most popular amenities

Beachfront

Free Private Parking

Adults only

Free wifi

Streaming service (like Netflix)

Beach

Air conditioning

Private entrance

Parking On Site

Terrace

Mountain view

Kitchen

Beach chairs/Loungers

Non-smoking rooms

Patio

Kitchenware

Garden view

View

Garden

Free toiletries

Bathtub

Barbecue

Rooms

Apartment with Sea View in Glenburn Coastal Retreat

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Apartment, Sea View

1 King Size Bed

860 sqft

Mountain view

Garden view

Kitchen

Private Bathroom

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One-Bedroom Chalet in Glenburn Coastal Retreat

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Chalet, King Size, 1 Bedroom

1 King Size Bed

970 sqft

Mountain view

Garden view

Kitchen

Private Bathroom

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Apartment with Mountain View in Glenburn Coastal Retreat

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Apartment, Mountain View

1 King Size Bed

860 sqft

Mountain view

Garden view

Kitchen

Private Bathroom

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Luxury Cottage

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Luxury Bungalow, King Size, Ocean View

1 King Size Bed

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Premier Bungalow, King Size

1 King Size Bed

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Double Room, Panoramic View

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Superior Double Room

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x3

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Bungalow

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Superior, Sea View

x4

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x3

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Apartment 2 Room

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Junior Suite

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Guest reviews

9.9

164 reviews

Categories of assessments

Cleanliness

Comfort

Location

Facilities

Staff

Value for money

WiFi quality

Featured reviews:

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Debra

10

March 2025

Stylish and sophisticated accommodation. Fantastic views of the Pacific in front and mountains behind. Quiet and peaceful location a few minutes drive from the town and all facilities. Perfect oasis for tired travellers with all our needs met including laundry facilities and great coffee machine. Beautifully planned accommodation which showcased the views. We even saw the Milky Way from the deck at night and dolphins swimming past early morning. We wish we could have stayed longer.

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Jaimie

10

September 2023

This is simply a stunning property made even more special by the amazing location, sandwiched between snow-capped mountains on one side and the Pacific ocean on the other. The chalet is one of three, purpose-built for travellers and equipped with almost every 'mod-con' you could think of. The blinds to the floor-to-ceiling windows are motorised, there is a large living room with TV and deck to one side, plus another TV in the bedroom that has it's own deck and a view of the ocean from the bed. The kitchen is fully stocked with fridge/freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, barista coffee machine, microwave and even a small dishwasher. Nothing was left to chance at this property and the vast bathroom had a full-size, statement bath and walk-in, wetroom shower with double basins. This property was breath-taking in every sense and the hosts could not have been more accommodating, while also totally unobtrusive.

That we only stayed here for one night!

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Martha

10

January 2024

We enjoyed being there so much we asked if we could extend our stay. Sadly, they were booked so we were unable to. However, due to how much we enjoyed our time there, we are hoping to come back next year and stay again. The cottage is so comfortable that we cancelled our dinner reservations and grabbed food at the local grocery and ate in both nights. With the ocean on one side, mtns on the other, why would you want to be anywhere else? Extremely well equipped with everything you could need. Comfortable, relaxing, and beautiful setting all rolled up in one. Thank you for all the special touches included in your cottage. Our favorite place in NZ so far.

Nothing!

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Katalin

10

May 2024

Everything! Beautiful location, very secluded, which was also desired on our part, as we wanted to relax here for 5 days / 4 nights before our return journey. The furnishings are very high quality, kitchen well equipped, TV with app function. The bathtub is amazing. Saw dolphins twice from the bed with the telescope (also available in the house). The terrace at the back is quite sheltered from the wind, I could even sunbathe at 16 degrees and I wasn't cold. A clear recommendation!

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Leah

10

July 2024

What didn't I like?! This cottage was amazing, the facilities were very high end and the view on either side of the cottage was just breathtaking! My partner and I will definitely be back and I will recommend to friends and family.

Feather blanket under duvet which we didn't notice and both have allergies too.

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Janet

10

January 2025

This is a lovely place to stay, but you need a car. It is a bit of a walk to the beach and you must drive to get to any shops. We were happy to stay there. It is spacious and comfortable with beautiful views.

Living in Europe, you get used to seeing people everywhere, so I did feel a bit nervous out on a walk/run by myself.

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Jo

10

October 2023

We couldn’t have asked for a better start to our NZ holiday. With so many special and thoughtful, touches to the accommodation - right down to the chocolates on our pillow’s and arriving to the heater on and the place was lovely and cozy - it really was magical. One night was definitely not enough and I would highly recommend booking longer. We will definitely be back and spending more time. No matter where you looked out there was an amazing view.

There was nothing not to like apart from the fact that we had to leave!

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Pippa

10

January 2025

Gorgeous place to stay for a couple of nights and relax! Such a great place to come back to after busy morning out and relax! Easy location close to town Amazing bath looking out to Mountain View’s and when the sun did shine looking out to sea on the front patio was brilliant!

Nothing

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Ho

10

December 2024

I had been in the South Island for 10+ days and this is the best stay I have had - spacious, clean, spectacular view, good facilities (bath, stove, BBQ…etc). Location is fine which is just few mins drive from the centre. Superb value for money and the host is friendly.

Hard to think of one really.

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Richard

10

April 2023

The property was high quality with luxurious fittings, large sitting area, gas fireplace, large bathroom. There were windows and glass doors everywhere (still private) with large decks over the magnificent views of the mountains AND the ocean. And then there was the bed - overlooking the ocean through a large window (what a way to wake up and see the sun rise). Moria the host is a lovely lady, helpful and friendly.

About the property nothing. The weather was inconsistent ranging from sunny to misty rain.

Points of Interest Around Glenburn Coastal Retreat

Airports

Kaikoura Aerodrome

5.1mi

Woodbourne Airport

57.7mi

Amenities of Glenburn Coastal Retreat

Beachfront

Free Private Parking

Adults only

Free wifi

Streaming service (like Netflix)

Beach

Air conditioning

Private entrance

Parking On Site

Terrace

Mountain view

Kitchen

Beach chairs/Loungers

Non-smoking rooms

Patio

Kitchenware

Garden view

View

Garden

Free toiletries

Bathtub

Barbecue

Stay rules - Glenburn Coastal Retreat

  • Check-in / Check-out

  • Pets

  • Internet

  • Age restrictions

  • Curfew

  • Parking

  • Children and beds

  • Cards accepted at this property