PIER HOTEL KAIKOURA

The original site for The Pier Hotel was near the old wharf, where early photos show it standing close to the beach and the home of pioneer George Fyffe. The owner, J.W. Goodall, built it to catch the accommodation trade from ships which called at Kaikoura, and for the local whalers and fisherman when they came ashore with a thirst! ​ At the time the hotel was built, the local sawmill was bankrupt, and wood had to be brought in by sea from Kenepuru Mill in Picton. The specifications for the building, drawn up by the architect H.B. Huddleston, can be seen in the Kaikoura Museum. "The Pier Hotel at the Wharf is now ready for occupation. The Proprietor has had several enquiries regarding its occupancy, but has not had an eligible offer and is not in a hurry to let the place." From "The Lyttleton Times", published on July 26th 1885 ​ Eventually trade increased, and a new wharf was needed. When the site was changed, the Pier moved as well. Cut into pieces, the hotel was shifted with the..

Also known as: The Pier Hotel

Primary location: Kaikoura New Zealand