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## Check availability on The Catlins 3 Star Hotels

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## Top The Catlins 3 Star Hotels

![View from property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19550000/19549500/19549489/bf518c87.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19550000/19549500/19549489/aa56b9fb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Executive Apartment, Beach View | Private kitchen | Microwave, electric kettle, cookware/dishes/utensils](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19550000/19549500/19549489/3bfa6312.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Executive Apartment, Beach View | 2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19550000/19549500/19549489/bfde1e5f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Curio Bay Salt House Motel

Curio Bay

9.6/10

Exceptional

(343)

"Beautiful location right on the beach. Very comfortable room and the continental breakfast option was perfect for our morning."

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

Amanda

£94

includes taxes & fees

27 Nov - 28 Nov

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Curio-Bay-Hotels-Curio-Bay-Salt-House-Motel.h19549489.Hotel-Information)

![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21440000/21430600/21430526/bafb93b9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21440000/21430600/21430526/f4b87266.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21440000/21430600/21430526/33c63816.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21440000/21430600/21430526/b3786a24.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Surat Bay Lodge & Backpackers Hostel

New Haven

8.6/10

Excellent

(54)

"Lovely stay with wonderful friendly hosts"

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

Philippa

£54

includes taxes & fees

25 Nov - 26 Nov

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/New-Haven-Hotels-Surat-Bay-Lodge-Backpackers-Hostel.h21430526.Hotel-Information)

![Fridge, microwave, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2290000/2281400/2281336/d320b4ae.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2290000/2281400/2281336/2cf08440.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Premium bedding, desk, rollaway beds, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2290000/2281400/2281336/8d9ebb6f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Studio | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2290000/2281400/2281336/e61289b4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### St John's Court Motel

Milton

9.0/10

Wonderful

(62)

"cLEAN rOOM"

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

Tim

£84

includes taxes & fees

4 Dec - 5 Dec

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Milton-Hotels-ASURE-St-Johns-Court-Motel.h2281336.Hotel-Information)

![Sports facility](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16040000/16038500/16038481/ff4f4585.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16040000/16038500/16038481/b1ca1e6b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Tourist Flat 2 | Iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds, travel cot, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16040000/16038500/16038481/6aecbfc7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Interior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16040000/16038500/16038481/f171c54e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Catlins Newhaven Holiday Park

New Haven

9.2/10

Wonderful

(111)

"Friendly hosts; clean and warm accommodation; great beds and a lovely location. "

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

Robyn

£48

includes taxes & fees

24 Nov - 25 Nov

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/New-Haven-Hotels-Catlins-Newhaven-Holiday-Park.h16038481.Hotel-Information)

![Family House | Garden view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/47000000/46970000/46965700/46965625/5f063b6b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/47000000/46970000/46965700/46965625/57354449.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Full-sized fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/47000000/46970000/46965700/46965625/7e03e13f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Family House | Garden view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/47000000/46970000/46965700/46965625/fcd5fbb2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Waikawa House

Waikawa

9.6/10

Exceptional

(33)

"Love the heat pumps. "

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

Elizabethjoy

£94

includes taxes & fees

4 Dec - 5 Dec

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Waikawa-Hotels-Waikawa-House.h46965625.Hotel-Information)

![View from property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21240000/21233600/21233539/089eefa4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![View from property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21240000/21233600/21233539/66c90db8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21240000/21233600/21233539/f38e73d6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Catlins Lake Sanctuary, 2 bedrooms | 2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21240000/21233600/21233539/761745a1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Catlins Lake Sanctuary

Owaka

9.2/10

Wonderful

(5)

"This was a great base camp for exploring the Catlins. Beds were clean and comfortable, although I felt I had to wipe down the kitchen before using it. The property was amazing! Beautiful views of the estuary, a peaceful place to walk in the mornings, and good view of stars at night. "

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Michele

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Owaka-Hotels-Catlins-Lake-Sanctuary.h21233539.Hotel-Information)

![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/30000000/29770000/29765300/29765258/b6efafed.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/30000000/29770000/29765300/29765258/048e8087.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Apartment, 3 Bedrooms | Bathroom | Shower, towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/30000000/29770000/29765300/29765258/ce2cdd2f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Apartment, 3 Bedrooms | Private kitchen | Full-sized fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/30000000/29770000/29765300/29765258/719b157d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Koru Flat

Owaka

10/10

Exceptional

(4)

"The property was neat and tidy. We didn't spend too much time in the property - just to eat and sleep! The bathroom isn't flash but the shower was just amazing! Was so tired but the water pressure was perfect - better than a massage!"

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

Rebecca

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Owaka-Hotels-Koru-Flat.h29765258.Hotel-Information)

![Apartment, 4 Bedrooms | Private kitchen | Full-sized fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/30000000/29770000/29765200/29765199/80bd6090.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/30000000/29770000/29765200/29765199/ea27dac1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Apartment, 4 Bedrooms | 4 bedrooms, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/30000000/29770000/29765200/29765199/275e279d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Apartment, 4 Bedrooms | Living area | Flat-screen TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/30000000/29770000/29765200/29765199/867a93de.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Kowhai Flat

Owaka

10/10

Exceptional

(1)

"A great place to stay particularly if you are with a family group. "

![New Zealand](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/nz.svg)

Anonymous traveller

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Owaka-Hotels-Kowhai-Flat.h29765199.Hotel-Information)

![Beach/ocean view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/30000000/29770000/29765100/29765045/c071e62f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/30000000/29770000/29765100/29765045/a82da024.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/30000000/29770000/29765100/29765045/1e1e7a29.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/30000000/29770000/29765100/29765045/0e5d93b0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Pounawea Waterfront Motels

Owaka

9.4/10

Exceptional

(24)

"Loved the view, how quiet it is but close to Owaka with its cafes and 4 square, also how central it was for attractions."

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

Daryl

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Owaka-Hotels-Pounawea-Waterfront-Motels.h29765045.Hotel-Information)

![View from property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/30000000/29770000/29765100/29765074/87d30667.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![House, 4 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, Ocean View | Private kitchen | Fridge, oven, stovetop, electric kettle](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/30000000/29770000/29765100/29765074/8896f42c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/30000000/29770000/29765100/29765074/64676df8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![House, 4 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, Ocean View | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/30000000/29770000/29765100/29765074/127ef3db.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Pounawea Waterfront House

Owaka

8.8/10

Excellent

(3)

"Great place for a family or two to relax and unwind."

![New Zealand](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/nz.svg)

ANTHONY

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Owaka-Hotels-Pounawea-Waterfront-House.h29765074.Hotel-Information)

![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33990000/33981300/33981290/e877438b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33990000/33981300/33981290/b982b7b2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Beach nearby, white sand](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33990000/33981300/33981290/e7843070.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33990000/33981300/33981290/6e2b8e9c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Kepplestone by the Sea

New Haven

9.2/10

Wonderful

(21)

"We enjoyed being quiet and so near the beach where we could walk and enjoy the wildlife - birds and sea lions and a very angry seal"

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

Anonymous traveller

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/New-Haven-Hotels-Kepplestone-By-The-Sea.h33981290.Hotel-Information)

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## Explore similar 4-star hotels

Many 4-star hotels have the same amenities as 3-star hotels. See all 4-star hotels in The Catlins.

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### The Kaka Point Motels

24 Rata Street Kaka Point

£69

26 Nov - 27 Nov

includes taxes & fees

9/10 Wonderful! (257 reviews)

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Kaka-Point-Hotels-The-Kaka-Point-Motels.h9679525.Hotel-Information)

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### The Fern & Thistle Luxury Accommodation

146 Benhar Rd Benhar OTA

£71

3 Dec - 4 Dec

includes taxes & fees

9.4/10 Exceptional! (54 reviews)

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Benhar-Hotels-The-Fern-Thistle-Accommodation.h55531272.Hotel-Information)

![Mohua Park - Catlins Eco Accommodation](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16310000/16309200/16309142/c132fab0_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=402&ra=fit)

### Mohua Park - Catlins Eco Accommodation

744 Catlins Valley Road, Owaka Tawanui ZQN

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## Learn more about The Catlins

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## Top The Catlins Hotel Reviews

![Surat Bay Lodge & Backpackers Hostel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21440000/21430600/21430526/bafb93b9_y.jpg)

### Surat Bay Lodge & Backpackers Hostel

10/10 Excellent

"Staff were very friendly and helpful. Rooms were clean, comfortable and well equipped. Lovely beach feel. Beautiful part of the country. We were blessed to see seals swimming in the bay from the deck at the front of the property and a stunning sunset. "

[](https://expedia.co.uk/New-Haven-Hotels-Surat-Bay-Lodge-Backpackers-Hostel.h21430526.Hotel-Information)

![Curio Bay Salt House Motel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19550000/19549500/19549489/bf518c87_y.jpg)

### Curio Bay Salt House Motel

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful location right on the beach. Very comfortable room and the continental breakfast option was perfect for our morning."

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Curio-Bay-Hotels-Curio-Bay-Salt-House-Motel.h19549489.Hotel-Information)

![Catlins Newhaven Holiday Park](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16040000/16038500/16038481/ff4f4585_y.jpg)

### Catlins Newhaven Holiday Park

10/10 Excellent

"Loved the serenity. Proprietors were awesome, too! Lovely people to deal with!"

[](https://expedia.co.uk/New-Haven-Hotels-Catlins-Newhaven-Holiday-Park.h16038481.Hotel-Information)

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