Catlins Retreat B & B is situated in Owaka. Featuring garden and quiet street views, this guest house also includes free WiFi. Guests can access the guest house via private entrance.
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niamh
From
Ireland
The guesthouse felt so homely. 😁 The decor was unique and it was like stepping back in time! Gorgeous delph and we loved sipping tea in the bay window! The bed was so comfortable. We only wished we could of stayed longer. Gill was so lovely and flexible with check in 🙂
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 308 reviews
Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a patio, Kaka Point Views Apartment 1 is located in Kaka Point. This beachfront property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi.
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Onanong
From
Thailand
Comfortable and clean apartment with fully equipped kitchen. Nice sea view from the window. Convenient self check-in.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 266 reviews
Boasting garden views, waikawa house offers accommodation with a garden, barbecue facilities and a shared lounge, around 3 km from Curio Bay Beach.
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Antonia
From
Australia
The house is beautiful, warm and very comfortable. There are two bedrooms with double beds, a room with double bunks and a sofa bed in the living room. The layout of the house is so good, and a huge bonus was a lockup garage. The kitchen was extremely well equiped plus there is a laundry with washing machine and dryer. The air-conditioning was very much appreciated as it was freezing, raining and hailing most of the day. Be sure to get supplies along the way as there really isn't any shopping in and around the area, though there are some cafes.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 169 reviews
Boasting garden views, Mike & Jenny's Kaka Point Accommodation offers accommodation with patio, around 400 metres from Kaka Point Beach.
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Phoebelle
From
Switzerland
The warm and lovely welcome and Jenny's willingness to help in every situation. The bed was so comfy and the room had everything I needed. The view and the location is phenomenal. I've booked the budget room and I've got more I've ever expected.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 496 reviews
Beach Front Oasis - Catlins, Jacks Bay is set in Hinahina and offers a garden and a terrace. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi.
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Gail
From
United Kingdom
Fabulous spot - as per the pictures. A real sun trap - could sit out all day. Sealions on beach! BBQ and fire pit
Set in Owaka, Mohua Park - Catlins Eco Accommodation features accommodation with seating area. There is a private entrance at the chalet for the convenience of those who stay.
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Spencer
From
New Zealand
Beautiful surroundings we felt completely immersed in the New Zealand native bush, you can tell the property is well taken care of by the hosts, which as a kiwi i really appreciate. Loved listening to the native birds in the morning and the rustle of the trees in the wind, and looking up at the stars from our private spa, a completely relaxing experience.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 33 reviews
Catlins Area Motel features a garden and barbecue facilities in Owaka. There is a terrace and guests can make use of free WiFi and free private parking.
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Ryan
From
New Zealand
Clean, tidy, everything that was needed and more actually. One separate bedroom. Well kept. Excellent value for money.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,003 reviews
Set in Niagara, 2.6 km from Curio Bay Beach, The Anchorage offers accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. All units in the aparthotel are fitted with a flat-screen TV.
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Stefanie
From
New Zealand
Loved the view and the nice secluded spot. Beautiful clean room with everything we needed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 328 reviews
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 33 reviews
Exceptional · 33 reviews
Beautiful surroundings we felt completely immersed in the New Zealand native bush, you can tell the property is well taken care of by the hosts, which as a kiwi i really appreciate. Loved listening to the native birds in the morning and the rustle of the trees in the wind, and looking up at the stars from our private spa, a completely relaxing experience.
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 726 reviews
Fabulous · 726 reviews
The motel exceeded my expecation, super nice enveriment and comfortable sleeping experience, it's such a nice place to find in a small town like this. And the staff is super friendly, keeps remindering us about dinner option, fueling advise, it was quie an experience.
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 332 reviews
Fabulous · 332 reviews
- Outstanding wildlife on your doorstep, plenty of sea lions all along the beach in a few minutes walk. A once in a lifetime experience!
- Easy access to other places in the Catlins.
- Comfortable and clean accommodation
- Very helpful and friendly owners
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 150 reviews
Fabulous · 150 reviews
A cabin with everything you need.
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Guest review by
Marion
Australia
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10
I found Kaka Point had a lovely peaceful community vibe.
I found Kaka Point had a lovely peaceful community vibe. The weather turned during my short stay there, but that didn't spoil my walk out to the lighthouse at Nugget Point. It was extremely windy with very rough seas, which made me appreciate how hard shipping must have been back in the day.
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Guest review by
Judy
New Zealand
8.0
Owaka is a small village, it has an excellent Inn especially...
Owaka is a small village, it has an excellent Inn especially for accommodation. The village has a small but well stocked supermarket, it has two restaurants and two cafes. It is quiet and peaceful. It is well located for visits to sites along the coast. It has a modern museum that gives you information on the history of Owaka it also had an art exhibition.
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Guest review by
Arthur
United Kingdom
10
Travellers just need to be aware that Niagara Falls is a...
Travellers just need to be aware that Niagara Falls is a joke, but it is a lovely place to stay. Possibly, Curio Bay around the corner would be a more spectacular place to stay, but Niagara is only a short driving distance away.
We used Niagara as our base to get to Invercargill, after travelling from Dunedin. We spend a day visiting Mclean falls, unfortunately Cathedral Cave was closed.
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Guest review by
A
Australia
6.0
Comfortable beds, nice restaurant and bar-although we only...
Comfortable beds, nice restaurant and bar-although we only bought drinks.
The ladies toilets were not cleaned thoroughly and the lighting was very dull in the kitchen.
McLean falls are definitely worth the walk.
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Guest review by
Fawcett
10
A perfect location with great host. Welcoming, informative.
A perfect location with great host. Welcoming, informative.
Everything we needed for our stay.
We also found a wonderful store that did Fabulous meals and very special decorated ice creams. Now we had been total there wasn't anything within 10 kilometers away.
This was within walking distance around the corner petrol too.
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Guest review by
Karen
New Zealand
10
A nice spot close to Owaka for essentials and not too far...
A nice spot close to Owaka for essentials and not too far from Balclutha either. We found some books in 2 shops (second hand) at Balclutha but there was also a "library" fridge just across the road from the accommodation. Also a nice coffee just at the end of the street.
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Guest review by
Peter
New Zealand
8.0
Loads of wildlife to watch- we saw bellbirds, fantail, a...
Loads of wildlife to watch- we saw bellbirds, fantail, a yellow eyed penguin, sealions all within a few meters of where we were staying. We walked over to Jacks Blow hole following the doc track beside the accommodation. We were down for a School reunion but have previously visited sites such as McLean falls, Purakanui falls, Surat bay, Cannibal bay, Curio Bay, Horseshoe falls. All well worth a look around. This is some of New Zealands presitine rainforest and home to many bird species as well as the world's rarest penguins - Hoiho - Yellow Eyed Penguins.
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Guest review by
Sarah
New Zealand
8.0
Beautiful spot in the Catlins. Lovely beach and forest walk.
Beautiful spot in the Catlins. Lovely beach and forest walk. A stones throw throw from the Nugget Point Lighthouse and Roaring Bay penguin hide. Great affordable accommodation at Nugget View Kaka Point Motel and celiac friendly dinner at The Point Restaurant and Bar.
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Guest review by
Sonia
10
Amazing place and very central to all the amazing walks and...
Amazing place and very central to all the amazing walks and sights to see in the Caitlin’s. Great pub for drinks and meals, shops, petrol and a cool playground for the kids!
The information centre/museum etc was also great with very knowledgeable staff.
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Guest review by
Bella
New Zealand
8.0
I only recorded the address which was rejected by the sat...
I only recorded the address which was rejected by the sat nav on my car. After travelling all the way to Niagara we were advised that the address was about 6km back at Waikawa. Tried to phone the owner and requested to leave a message which I didn't do! By the time received a return response we were at the accommodation.
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Guest review by
Jeffrey Hunter
New Zealand
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