What's the best place to stay in Purakaunui?

Whistling Frog Cafe & Accommodation , located 10.8 mi (17.3 km) from the heart of Purakaunui, is a top choice for your stay, based on our traveller data. Two other options for your visit to the area are Catlins Newhaven Holiday Park and The Kaka Point Motels . See all available top hotels , or vacation rentals in Purakaunui .

What are some of the best holiday rentals that Purakaunui has to offer?

Pounawea Waterfront House : This holiday home rental outside Purakaunui is on a river, and equipped with air conditioning and free WiFi to help you feel perfectly comfortable in your new surroundings. It has 4 bedrooms, as well as a kitchen with a fridge, a hob and an electric kettle, so that you can cook with friends or family. See all vacation rentals in Purakaunui .

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Purakaunui, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Filter your search by free cancellation to find flexible hotel deals in Purakaunui.

How is it staying in Purakaunui?

Visitors can enjoy all that Purakaunui has to offer, including its parks. There are 40 hotels and other accommodation options in the surrounding area. Find out more about Purakaunui .

What should I do while I'm visiting Purakaunui?

A favourite place to visit is Purakaunui Falls . You'll also find Jack's Blowhole and Nugget Point Lighthouse in the area. Take a look at what more there is to see and do in Expedia's Purakaunui guide .

What's the weather like in Purakaunui?

The hottest months are usually January and February, with an average temperature of 14°C, while the coldest months are July and June, with an average of 8°C. Average annual precipitation for Purakaunui is 897 mm.

Purakaunui Hotels for 2022

Whistling Frog Cafe & Accommodation

9 Rewcastle Road, The Catlins, Chaslands, Southland

17.34 km from city centre

4.2/5 Very Good! (45 reviews)

"Perfect for a 1 night stay and dinner halfway through the Catlins"

Reviewed on 26 Apr. 2021

The Kaka Point Motels

24 Rata Street, Kaka Point

23.51 km from city centre

4.3/5 Excellent! (137 reviews)

"Clean, modern property. Friendly, co-operative staff. Well appointed. Quiet. Beautiful view."

Reviewed on 20 Dec. 2021

Catlins Newhaven Holiday Park

324 Newhaven Rd, Surat Bay, The Catlins, New Haven, Otago

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

13.46 km from city centre

4.5/5 Wonderful! (62 reviews)

"Reception is very friendly and informative."

Reviewed on 16 May 2021

Kepplestone by the Sea

9 Surat Bay Rd, New Haven, OTA

13.35 km from city centre

4.6/5 Wonderful! (20 reviews)

"Sea was iustshort walk"

Reviewed on 8 Aug. 2021

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Catlins Mohua Park

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

9.32 km from city centre

4.6/5 Exceptional! (16 reviews)

"Mohua Park was an excellent base for discovering the Catlins in full. The natural setting was very appropriate together with the excellent landscape views from the cottage,"

Reviewed on 21 Apr. 2021

Relax in style at the Catlins Retreat, historic villa in the heart of Owaka

27 Main Rd, Owaka, Otago

12.17 km from city centre

Pounawea Waterfront Motels

43 Park Lane, Pounawea, Owaka

12.11 km from city centre

4.6/5 Exceptional! (19 reviews)

"Awesome view, great location and well set up motel unit"

Reviewed on 12 Jul. 2021

Private Bush Clad Seaside Hideaway

8 Poole Road, Willsher Bay, Ahuriri Flat, Otago

22.24 km from city centre

4.9/5 Exceptional! (78 reviews)

Perfect spot

"We have used this accommodation in the past and will stay there again. The weather this time allowed us to use the outdoor area which is very private with birds and bush surrounding us."

Reviewed on 12 Jan. 2022

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Surat Bay Lodge & Backpackers Hostel

19 Surat Bay Road, New Haven, South Otago

13.36 km from city centre

4.2/5 Very Good! (26 reviews)

Friendly and homely hospitality right on the beach

"We enjoyed another lovely stay at Surat Bay Lodge with Esther & Jack, who warmly welcomed us and our children back. Our boys loved helping to feed the chickens again, trying their hands at fishing and eating some of what Dad had caught fresh off the on-site BBQ. And I got to see a big sea lion bull ..."

Reviewed on 1 May 2021

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Unwind in style: historic villa with a hint of luxury in the heart of Owaka

27 Main Rd, Owaka, Otago

12.16 km from city centre

4.7/5 Exceptional! (3 reviews)

Great place to stay

"Lovely old villa, warm with comfy bed. Saw sealions on the beach and awesome waterfalls. Wish I could have stayed for longer. Would recommend"

Reviewed on 17 Jan. 2021

Kaka Point Holiday House

5 Miro St, Kaka Point, Otago

23.39 km from city centre

4.9/5 Exceptional! (25 reviews)

Just a fantastic location

"A fantastic property and fantastic location. Really well setup and nice and comfortable too"

Reviewed on 6 Dec. 2021

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Koru Flat

350 Pounawea Road, Owaka

11.95 km from city centre

5/5 Exceptional! (3 reviews)

Expectations Greatly Exceeded

"We had an amazing time and the unit far exceeded our expectations. The owner/manager was great and she made our holiday all the more pleasurable with her great hospitality. We will certainly be staying here again."

Reviewed on 6 Oct. 2020

Kaka Point Luxury Spa Accommodation

26 Esplanade, Kaka Point, OTA

23.75 km from city centre

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Surfinn Eco Cottage - Papatowai Cottage

8 km from city centre

4.8/5 Exceptional! (4 reviews)

"Beautiful location and great walks nearby"

Reviewed on 18 Jul. 2021

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Catlins Country Cottage with Stunning Views

8.92 km from city centre

5/5 Exceptional! (1 review)

A great stay

"A lovely warm, cosy stay with everything we needed in the house and an amazing location. Thanks so much :-)"

Reviewed on 18 Oct. 2021

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Lakeside Cottage

87 Lakeside Rd, Hinahina, Otago

9.23 km from city centre

5/5 Exceptional! (1 review)

Fantastic time

"This property is located on a farm and is amazingly quiet and beautifully picturesque. The house itself is well appointed, comfortable, and feels very welcoming. We had such a wonderful time here relaxing!! It is in very close proximity to many of the wonderful attractions that the Caitlins offers. ..."

Reviewed on 23 Nov. 2021

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Character Catlins Lodge with Stunning Views

8.92 km from city centre

5/5 Exceptional! (1 review)

Beautiful views and well equipped house

"The property was perfect for our stay. Would recommend to others particularly groups. Great access to the Catlins and a home away from home. The owners greeted us on arrival and communication was good throughout the booking process. Many thanks"

Reviewed on 10 Dec. 2021

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Great location to get away with family and friends.

16 Kamahi Street, Kaka Point, Otago

23.51 km from city centre

5/5 Exceptional! (9 reviews)

Nice place

"Comfy bed. Nice home. Great location. Really enjoyable time in Kaka point."

Reviewed on 28 Nov. 2021

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Kowhai Flat, Pounawea

350 Pounawea Road, Owaka, Otago

11.95 km from city centre

4.6/5 Exceptional! (14 reviews)

Great family stay

"Perfect for a wider family gathering"

Reviewed on 19 Apr. 2021

RiverRidge Retreat

8.09 km from city centre

5/5 Exceptional! (1 review)

"We had a wonderful time at RiverRidge Retreat. We stayed in the Queen ensuite suite, which was larger and more comfortable than we'd expected. The bed was super comfortable, the kitchenette had everything we needed, including cooktop, microwave and fridge; there was a sofa, dining table and lots ..."

Reviewed on 20 Dec. 2019

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