How popular isSudima Kaikoura?
In October 2026, people searched for Sudima Kaikoura by name about 3,710 times in New Zealand, a 79.2% increase from the previous year. These searches made up 35.1% of all New Zealand kaikoura hotels and accommodation searches, placing Sudima Kaikoura second out of six brands. When we asked both ChatGPT and Google AI Overviews about kaikoura hotels and accommodation, Sudima Kaikoura appeared in all answers and was the second most recommended of the six.
Sudima Kaikoura is the second most searched of 6 competitors and the second most recommended in the AI answers we collected.
Kaikōura TOP 10 Holiday ParkShare of searches 51%Mentioned in 2 of 3 AI answersPlace in AI recommendations 3rd
Sudima KaikouraShare of searches 35.1%Mentioned in 3 of 3 AI answersPlace in AI recommendations 2nd
Kaikoura White MorphShare of searches 6.2%Mentioned in 0 of 3 AI answersPlace in AI recommendations –
Kaikoura Boutique HotelShare of searches 5.6%Mentioned in 0 of 3 AI answersPlace in AI recommendations –
The Anchor Inn Beachfront MotelShare of searches 2%Mentioned in 3 of 3 AI answersPlace in AI recommendations 1st
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Top kaikoura hotels and accommodation in ChatGPT and Google AI Overviews
In three ChatGPT questions, Sudima Kaikoura appeared in all three answers. Sudima Kaikoura is the second most recommended of the six.
Most recommended by AI
Brands get a higher ranking if they are mentioned earlier in the answers.
Mentioned by AI
Each dot is one answer, filled in when that answer mentions the brand.
- Sudima Kaikoura3 of 3Named in 3 of 3 ChatGPT answers
- The Anchor Inn Beachfront Motel3 of 3Named in 3 of 3 ChatGPT answers
- Kaikōura TOP 10 Holiday Park2 of 3Named in 2 of 3 ChatGPT answers
The Hamptons Bed & Breakfast2 of 3Named in 2 of 3 ChatGPT answers- Kaikoura White Morph0 of 3Named in 0 of 3 ChatGPT answers
- Kaikoura Boutique Hotel0 of 3Named in 0 of 3 ChatGPT answers
See every answer about kaikoura hotels and accommodation
3 answers
Asked ChatGPT
“Which accommodation provider should I book in Kaikōura, New Zealand?”
Asked ChatGPT
“What are the best accommodation providers in Kaikōura, New Zealand?”
Asked ChatGPT
“What's the best accommodation provider in Kaikōura, New Zealand for one night stay?”
Searched Google, AI Overview
“kaikoura hotels”
Google showed no AI Overview for this search.
Searched Google, AI Overview
“kaikoura accommodation”
Google showed no AI Overview for this search.
Not named in any answer:
Brands are shown in the order each answer named them. The survey took place in New Zealand on October 21, 2026.
How often do people search for Sudima Kaikoura compared with other New Zealand kaikoura hotels and accommodation?
Share of searches by month for Kaikōura TOP 10 Holiday Park, Sudima Kaikoura, Kaikoura White Morph, Kaikoura Boutique Hotel. The figures are in the table below the chart.
View monthly share of searches table
| Month | Kaikōura TOP 10 Holiday Park | Sudima Kaikoura | Kaikoura White Morph | Kaikoura Boutique Hotel | The Anchor Inn Beachfront Motel | The Hamptons Bed & Breakfast |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 2025 | 57% | 21.8% | 10.8% | 7.6% | 2.7% | 0.11% |
| Dec 2025 | 48.2% | 32.7% | 10.6% | 6.5% | 1.9% | 0.11% |
| Jan 2026 | 50.8% | 28.9% | 9.6% | 8.3% | 2.4% | 0.09% |
| Feb 2026 | 42.7% | 30.1% | 13.5% | 10.4% | 3.1% | 0.12% |
| Mar 2026 | 44.4% | 31.4% | 12% | 8.9% | 3.2% | 0.12% |
| Apr 2026 | 46.4% | 32.2% | 9.1% | 9.4% | 2.7% | 0.16% |
| May 2026 | 37.3% | 46.1% | 7.1% | 6.1% | 3.3% | 0.16% |
| Jun 2026 | 34.6% | 52.3% | 5.3% | 4.6% | 3% | 0.14% |
| Jul 2026 | 33.2% | 51.6% | 7.7% | 3.7% | 3.7% | 0.17% |
| Aug 2026 | 38% | 46.8% | 7.3% | 5.1% | 2.7% | 0.16% |
| Sep 2026 | 42.6% | 43.7% | 5.4% | 5.7% | 2.5% | 0.12% |
| Oct 2026 | 51% | 35.1% | 6.2% | 5.6% | 2% | 0.09% |
| Rank | Brand | Share of searches | Estimated monthly branded searches | vs prior month | Share change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1, moved from 2nd to 1st | 51% | 5.4K | +50% | +8.4 pointsmoved from 2nd to 1st | |
| 2, moved from 1st to 2nd | 35.1% | 3.7K | +0.54% | -8.6 pointsmoved from 1st to 2nd | |
| 3, moved from 4th to 3rd | 6.2% | 660 | +43.5% | +0.8 pointsmoved from 4th to 3rd | |
| 4, moved from 3rd to 4th | 5.6% | 590 | +22.9% | -0.1 pointsmoved from 3rd to 4th | |
| 5, held 5th | 2% | 210 | 0% | -0.5 points | |
| 6, held 6th | 0.09% | 10 | 0% | 0 points |
Moved from 2nd to 1st. 5.4K estimated branded searches, +50% vs prior month. Share +8.4 points.
35.1%
Moved from 1st to 2nd. 3.7K estimated branded searches, +0.54% vs prior month. Share -8.6 points.
6.2%
Moved from 4th to 3rd. 660 estimated branded searches, +43.5% vs prior month. Share +0.8 points.
5.6%
Moved from 3rd to 4th. 590 estimated branded searches, +22.9% vs prior month. Share -0.1 points.
Held 5th. 210 estimated branded searches, 0% vs prior month. Share -0.5 points.
6.
The Hamptons Bed & Breakfast0.09%
Held 6th. 10 estimated branded searches, 0% vs prior month. Share 0 points.
Compare popularity between Sudima Kaikoura and its closest rivals
- Sudima Kaikoura vs Kaikōura TOP 10 Holiday Park: compare popularity
- Sudima Kaikoura vs Kaikoura White Morph: compare popularity
- Sudima Kaikoura vs Kaikoura Boutique Hotel: compare popularity
- Sudima Kaikoura vs The Anchor Inn Beachfront Motel: compare popularity
- Sudima Kaikoura vs The Hamptons Bed & Breakfast: compare popularity
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How has branded search demand for Sudima Kaikoura changed in New Zealand over the last 12 months?
3 findings
- Across the 12 months ending October 2026, estimated monthly branded searches for Sudima Kaikoura in New Zealand rose from 2.1K to 3.7K.
- Across the 12 months ending October 2026, Sudima Kaikoura’s share of searches among kaikoura hotels and accommodation in New Zealand increased from 21.8% to 35.1%.
- Across the 12 months ending October 2026, Sudima Kaikoura’s share of searches among kaikoura hotels and accommodation in New Zealand peaked at 52.3% in June 2026 and was lowest at 21.8% in November 2025.
How did search popularity change for New Zealand kaikoura hotels and accommodation in October 2026?
5 changes
In October 2026, Kaikōura TOP 10 Holiday Park overtook Sudima Kaikoura to become the leader among kaikoura hotels and accommodation in New Zealand, with 51% of the searches.
In October 2026, Kaikoura White Morph overtook Kaikoura Boutique Hotel to rank 3rd among kaikoura hotels and accommodation in New Zealand, with 6.2% of the searches.
In October 2026, Sudima Kaikoura lost share of searches among kaikoura hotels and accommodation in New Zealand, from 43.7% to 35.1%.
In October 2026, The Anchor Inn Beachfront Motel lost share of searches among kaikoura hotels and accommodation in New Zealand, from 2.5% to 2%.
Estimated monthly branded searches for Kaikoura Boutique Hotel in New Zealand fell 18.1% over 12 measured months, from 720 to 590 in October 2026.
How are Sudima Kaikoura’s branded searches counted?
2 search terms
Brandwave collects information about searches that people make online using Sudima Kaikoura’s name. When viewed over time, estimated search volumes for these branded terms can be used to understand whether interest in the brand is growing, holding steady, or fading.
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