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23 Oct - 25 Oct
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30 Oct - 1 Nov
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13 Nov - 15 Nov
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11 Dec - 13 Dec
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Recommended hotels in The Catlins

A balcony with wicker furniture overlooking a beach.

1. Curio Bay Salt House Motel

Curio Bay Salt House Motel
3.0 star property
Curio Bay
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (382 reviews)
The price is NZ$205
includes taxes & fees
16 Oct - 17 Oct
Curio Bay Salt House Motel
A wooden deck with a table and chairs, overlooking a beach with the ocean and a distant island.

2. The Kaka Point Motels

The Kaka Point Motels
4.0 star property
Kaka Point
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (296 reviews)
"Great location looking down on the beach"
Australia
Lynette
The price is NZ$167
includes taxes & fees
23 Oct - 24 Oct
The Kaka Point Motels
A single-story house with a red roof, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn and various flowering plants.

3. Waikawa House

Waikawa House
3.5 star property
Waikawa
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (44 reviews)
"Wonderful rural house, will book again definitely!!!"
Australia
Tonia
The price is NZ$205
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Waikawa House
A sandy beach with footprints leading to the water, a clear sky, and a hilly landscape in the background.

4. Catlins Newhaven Holiday Park

Catlins Newhaven Holiday Park
3.0 star property
New Haven
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (127 reviews)
"Excellent place to stay"
United States
Brian
The price is NZ$122
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
Catlins Newhaven Holiday Park
A hotel room with a large bed, a dining table with chairs, and a balcony with wooden railings.

5. Kaka Point Luxury Spa Accommodation

Kaka Point Luxury Spa Accommodation
2.0 star property
Kaka Point
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (10 reviews)
"We had a wonderful stay at Kaka point. Easy booking and entry process, a lovely well appointed apartment with incredible views."
Australia
Dave
The price is NZ$320
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Kaka Point Luxury Spa Accommodation
A wooden picnic table with a metal railing, set against a backdrop of a coastal landscape with a grassy hill and a body of water.

6. Surat Bay Lodge, Motel and Backpackers

Surat Bay Lodge, Motel and Backpackers
3.0 star property
New Haven
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (61 reviews)
"Beautiful, Fantastic, wish i had booked a longer stay"
Australia
Susan
The price is NZ$162
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 Nov
Surat Bay Lodge, Motel and Backpackers
A house with a sliding glass door leading to a room with a view of a green field.

7. Cosy, comfortable cabin in the heart of The Catlins

Cosy, comfortable cabin in the heart of The Catlins
RD2 Owaka
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (6 reviews)
"Stunningly gorgeous outlook, very adequate room and great cooking facilities & equipment would definitely return"
New Zealand
Suzie B.
The price is NZ$193
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
Cosy, comfortable cabin in the heart of The Catlins
A room with a large window overlooking a grassy area with trees and a distant mountain range.

8. Tram Track Retreat accommodation in Papatowai, The Catlins

Tram Track Retreat accommodation in Papatowai, The Catlins
Papatowai
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (4 reviews)
"An absolutely delightful cabin with relaxing views and great location for exploring the Catlins. We recharged after a busy Xmas and had the lovely quiet New Year at Tram Track Retreat was perfect!"
New Zealand
Kay M.
The price is NZ$206
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
Tram Track Retreat accommodation in Papatowai, The Catlins
A sandy beach with a seal resting on a rock.

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

Unwind in style: historic villa with a hint of luxury in the heart of Owaka
Owaka
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (4 reviews)
"Lovely old villa, warm with comfy bed. Saw sealions on the beach and awesome waterfalls. Wish I could have stayed for longer. Would recommend"
New Zealand
Ali A.
The price is NZ$191
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
Unwind in style: historic villa with a hint of luxury in the heart of Owaka
A compact kitchen with a microwave, coffee maker, and a sign welcoming to Earthlore's Pekapeka Tinyaway House.

10. Pekapeka Tiny House by Tiny Away

Pekapeka Tiny House by Tiny Away
Owaka
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (11 reviews)
"Lovely spot and very peaceful. We were late booking so expected the higher rate; however it was quite expensive for what it was.Lovely hosts and easy book in."
New Zealand
Bron H.
The price is NZ$245
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Pekapeka Tiny House by Tiny Away
A fire pit with a wooden deck leading to a building, string lights, and a view of the ocean.

11. Beach Front Oasis in the Heart of The Catlins

Beach Front Oasis in the Heart of The Catlins
Hinahina
The price is NZ$382
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
Beach Front Oasis in the Heart of The Catlins
A modern, compact house with a wooden exterior, a small deck, and a gravel pathway leading to the entrance.

12. Tranquility Tiny House by Tiny Away

Tranquility Tiny House by Tiny Away
Owaka
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (5 reviews)
The price is NZ$255
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Tranquility Tiny House by Tiny Away
A cylindrical wooden pod with a sloped roof, a small porch, and a seating area with a bench and a chair.

13. The Fern & Thistle Boutique Accommodation - Drinks, Hotpool, Sauna

The Fern & Thistle Boutique Accommodation - Drinks, Hotpool, Sauna
4.0 star property
Benhar
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (67 reviews)
"It was a lovely experience"
Australia
Charity
The price is NZ$164
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
The Fern & Thistle Boutique Accommodation - Drinks, Hotpool, Sauna
A hotel room with two beds, wooden headboards, bedside lamps, a painting on the wall, and a carpeted floor.

14. Charlies Motor Lodge

Charlies Motor Lodge
2.0 star property
Balclutha
7.2 out of 10, Good, (5 reviews)
"The staff was extremely helpful. Rooms were very clean. It help having night and day shop next door to motel."
Australia
Warren
The price is NZ$147
includes taxes & fees
24 Oct - 25 Oct
Charlies Motor Lodge
A compact room with a bed, a microwave, a small sink, and a window offering a view.

15. Bruce Farm Alpaca Cabin 3 by Tiny Away

Bruce Farm Alpaca Cabin 3 by Tiny Away
Hillend
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (4 reviews)
"Clean room, wonderful host. It was fun staying in a tiny home and meeting the alpacas, but the view from the cabin was breathtakingly beautiful!!! We've traveled all over NZ the past 40 years, but this valley view is unsurpassed. Thank you!"
United States
Catherine
The price is NZ$191
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
Bruce Farm Alpaca Cabin 3 by Tiny Away
A spacious living room with a large window, a chandelier, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

16. WARM & MODERN ART DECO HOME

WARM & MODERN ART DECO HOME
Gore
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (65 reviews)
"Absolutely gorgeous house, lovely and warm. Everything was very comfortable."
Australia
Samantha B.
The price is NZ$262
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
WARM & MODERN ART DECO HOME
A house with a covered porch, a lawn, and trees.

17. Rustic Retreat, handy location

Rustic Retreat, handy location
Gore
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (94 reviews)
"Great place to stay and very vom"
New Zealand
Lance M.
Rustic Retreat, handy location
A building with a covered walkway, potted plants, and a clear sky.

18. St John's Court Motel

St John's Court Motel
3.0 star property
Milton
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (75 reviews)
The price is NZ$204
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
St John's Court Motel
A pair of boots on a wooden deck with a view of a grassy field and mountains in the distance.

19. Bruce Farm Alpaca Cabin 2 by Tiny Away

Bruce Farm Alpaca Cabin 2 by Tiny Away
Hillend
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2 reviews)
"Clean tidy friendly staff "
Australia
Rachel
The price is NZ$181
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Bruce Farm Alpaca Cabin 2 by Tiny Away
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Kākā Point Beach House

Kākā Point Beach House

10/10 Excellent
"Comfortable stay"
Gina C. 3-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Kākā Point Beach House

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