About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: Catlins Inn in Owaka offers family-friendly rooms with private bathrooms, air-conditioning, and free WiFi. Each room includes a tea and coffee maker, TV, and free toiletries. Dining and Leisure: The modern restaurant serves local cuisine with vegetarian, gluten-free, and dairy-free options. Guests can also enjoy the bar and relax in the lounge area. Convenient Location: Located 84 km from Dunedin Airport, the hotel provides free on-site private parking. Nearby attractions include the Catlins Coast and Owaka town centre. Guest Satisfaction: Highly rated for its attentive staff and service support, convenient location, and comfortable rooms.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.7 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Property highlights

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.1)

  • Free private parking available at the hotel


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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Heather
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Great place with only three guest rooms, huge ensuite with walk in shower,. Staff exceptional.
  • David
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Lovely ensuite room. Great value for money. Nice wee pub. Lovely staff.
  • Vicki
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Like a home away from have, spacious and great location.
  • Martial
    Australia Australia
    Returning costumers - we stayed there a few nights already when travelling in 2024 Perfect location and setting for our small group, only a short drive to the mesmerising Catlins waterfall regions, and Nuggets Light House. Quiet and specious,...
  • Bisley
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Liked that accommodation and restaurant/bar was all under one roof.
  • Sharyn
    Australia Australia
    We are 2 couples, so the bedding arrangements suited us well. The apartment is well appointed & spacious with our own private entrance.
  • Arthur
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The excellent quality of the accommodation, the friendliness and helpfulness of the staff. The manager, Ollie, was understanding, kind and helpful he went beyond what we would have expected.
  • Tung
    China China
    Huge living area, beautiful outdoor patio with good privacy, good value for 6 people, late check in at 8pm at the bar without issues.
  • Michele
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The apartment was really big and spacious, with comfortable beds and furnishings and a really well equipped kitchen. Great location in the little town centre, and attached to a pub which served really good food, either to eat in the pub, or to...
  • Elder
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Comfy rooms had everything we needed plenty of space

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
  • Ryleys Cafe
    • Cuisine
      Local
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Modern
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

House rules

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Check-in
From 15:00 to 18:00
Check-out
From 08:30 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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