Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
Catlins Beach Cottages
( 03-246 8552;
www.catlins-surf.co.nz
;
houses $110-190)
A range of self-contained cottages and
houses around Curio Bay can be rented through Catlins Surf School. One-night rentals are
fine, and it's a good option for travelling families or groups of up to six.
RENTAL HOUSE
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WAIKAWA
Penguin Paradise Holiday Lodge
( 03-246 8552;
www.catlins-surf.co.nz
;
612 Niagara-Waikawa Rd; dm/d/tw $28/60/60)
Laid-back backpack-
ers in a heritage cottage in Waikawa village near the estuary. Special deals combine one
night's accommodation and a 90-minute surf lesson ($75).
HOSTEL
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RENTAL HOUSE
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Waikava Harbourview
( 03-246 8866;
www.southcatlins.co.nz
;
14 Larne St; d $130-170)
Waikava Harbourview is a four-bed-
room house that's a good option for families or a group; up to 10 people can be accom-
modated. Opened in 2009, the newer one- and two-bedroom Harakeke and Toi Tois units
are also good value.
MCLEAN FALLS
Catlins Kiwi Holiday Park
( 03-415 8338;
www.catlinsnz.com
;
SH92; sites from $20, cabins s/d $50/74, units $135-195; )
Formerly
known as McLean Falls Holiday Park, this modern holiday park offers personality-packed
accommodation ranging from cute cabins to smart family motels. Tenters get the more
ambient of the camping options; all share good communal amenities. Hop along to the on-
site
Whistling Frog Cafe
for some of the Catlins' best food.
HOLIDAY PARK
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PAPATOWAI
LODGE
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Hilltop
( 03-415 8028;
www.hilltopcatlins.co.nz
;
77 Tahakopa Valley Rd; dm $34, d $85-100)
High on a hill 1.5km
out of town, with native forest at the back door and surrounded by a sheep farm, these two
shipshape cottages command spectacular views of the Tahakopa Valley and coast. Rent by
the room or the whole house; the en suite double is the pick of a very nice bunch.
Catlins Mohua Park
COTTAGES
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