Title: The Best Hotels Closest to Purakaunui Falls in Purakaunui - 2026 Updated Prices | Expedia.co.uk [Holiday Rentals in Purakaunui](https://expedia.co.uk/Purakaunui-Holiday-Rentals.d6353152.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Purakaunui Falls Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Purakaunui-Falls.d6113124.Car-Hire-Guide)[Purakaunui Falls Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Purakaunui-Falls-Purakaunui.d6113124.Attraction) ![Purakaunui Falls which includes forest scenes and a waterfall](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6113124/ba532283-d80c-4289-a0f1-37793eb4e667.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=500&q=medium) ![](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6113124/ba532283-d80c-4289-a0f1-37793eb4e667.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=500&q=medium) - ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__price_find.svg) ### Change your mind Book hotels with free cancellation - ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__deals.svg) ### Treat yourself Save instantly and earn perks with One Key [Learn about One Key](https://www.expedia.co.uk/welcome-one-key) - ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__bed.svg) ### Be picky Search almost a million properties worldwide ## Check prices for these dates Tonight [9 Feb - 10 Feb](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=6113124&startDate=2026-02-09&endDate=2026-02-10&adults=2&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) Tomorrow [10 Feb - 11 Feb](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=6113124&startDate=2026-02-10&endDate=2026-02-11&adults=2&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) This weekend [13 Feb - 15 Feb](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=6113124&startDate=2026-02-13&endDate=2026-02-15&adults=2&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) Next weekend [20 Feb - 22 Feb](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=6113124&startDate=2026-02-20&endDate=2026-02-22&adults=2&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) Recommended Price (low to high) Distance Property class ## Our top choices for Purakaunui Falls hotels ![Iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds, travel cot, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16040000/16038500/16038481/504d3508.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) ![Family Tourist Flat | In-room dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16040000/16038500/16038481/e791066c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Family Tourist Flat | Iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds, travel cot, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16040000/16038500/16038481/44cf2639.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Catlins Newhaven Holiday Park [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/New-Haven-Hotels-Catlins-Newhaven-Holiday-Park.h16038481.Hotel-Information) 8.1 mi from Purakaunui Falls 9.2/10 Wonderful (117 reviews) "Intimate, clean and friendly." ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Barbara £52 includes taxes & fees 3 Mar - 4 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/New-Haven-Hotels-Catlins-Newhaven-Holiday-Park.h16038481.Hotel-Information) ![Beach/ocean view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21440000/21430600/21430526/fb618138.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![On the beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21440000/21430600/21430526/57e856ea.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21440000/21430600/21430526/46ba1f04.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Interior entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21440000/21430600/21430526/c76f291a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Surat Bay Lodge, Motel and Backpackers [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/New-Haven-Hotels-Surat-Bay-Lodge-Backpackers-Hostel.h21430526.Hotel-Information) 8 mi from Purakaunui Falls 8.8/10 Excellent (56 reviews) "Lovely stay with wonderful friendly hosts" ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Philippa £57 includes taxes & fees 15 Feb - 16 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/New-Haven-Hotels-Surat-Bay-Lodge-Backpackers-Hostel.h21430526.Hotel-Information) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. [View all properties](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-22&endDate=2026-02-23®ionId=6113124&adults=2&sort=RECOMMENDED&openPlayBack=true) ## Top Purakaunui Falls 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 "Esther and the rest of the staff are incredibly kind and welcoming - I feel so lucky to have stayed here during my visit to the Catlins region. There are also plenty of sea lions just a short walk away that you can observe from a distance! " [](https://expedia.co.uk/New-Haven-Hotels-Surat-Bay-Lodge-Backpackers-Hostel.h21430526.Hotel-Information) ![3-Bedroom Family Cottage with Stunning Rural Views in The Catlins](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119460000/119453100/119453049/9ec52706_y.jpg) ### 3-Bedroom Family Cottage with Stunning Rural Views in The Catlins 10/10 Excellent "We are grateful for the opportunity to stay in the house, it was cosy and warm, as per the description as well as being in a prime location to visit the the catlins. We couldn’t hope for any better.Thanks again." [](https://expedia.co.uk/Owaka-Hotels-Catlins-Country-Cottage.h119453049.Hotel-Information) ![Tram Track Retreat accommodation in Papatowai, The Catlins](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110990000/110985000/110985000/7dde5477_y.jpg) ### Tram Track Retreat accommodation in Papatowai, The Catlins 10/10 Excellent "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!" [](https://expedia.co.uk/Papatowai-Hotels-Tram-Track-Retreat-Accommodation-In-Papatowai.h110985000.Hotel-Information) ![Surfinn Eco Cottage - Papatowai Cottage](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/38000000/37993800/37993701/4e6d39db_y.jpg) ### Surfinn Eco Cottage - Papatowai Cottage 8/10 Good "Warm and amenties suited our needs. 2 double rooms. A great garden to get out of the wind and have drinks in the afternoon. Close to village and beach." [](https://expedia.co.uk/Papatowai-Hotels-Surfinn-Eco-Cottage-Papatowai-Cottage.h37993701.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 "Intimate, clean and friendly." [](https://expedia.co.uk/New-Haven-Hotels-Catlins-Newhaven-Holiday-Park.h16038481.Hotel-Information) ![Greenwood Homestead](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113560000/113556600/113556503/e8b98fa5_y.jpg) ### Greenwood Homestead 10/10 Excellent "So amazong to find a place our extended family could stay all together to celebrate a 75th Birthday. We loved the hot tub and space to spread out in, many happy memories were created enjoying the area." [](https://expedia.co.uk/Tarara-Hotels-Greenwood-Homestead.h113556503.Hotel-Information) ![The perfect Jacks Bay retreat](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110130000/110126500/110126474/4130b7d7_y.jpg) ### The perfect Jacks Bay retreat 10/10 Excellent "We really enjoyed our stay, the cabin is a perfect base to explore the Catlins and to have a relaxing break.The cabin itself is really lovely with a well equipped kitchen, great shower pressure (and hairdryer) and comfortable furnishings." [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hinahina-Hotels-The-Perfect-Jacks-Bay-Retreat.h110126474.Hotel-Information) ![Hilltop Accommodation Catlins - Lodge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70420000/70419400/70419397/35bce592_y.jpg) ### Hilltop Accommodation Catlins - Lodge 10/10 Excellent "Great property which six over 70 year olds thoroughly enjoyed as a base to explore the Catlins" [](https://expedia.co.uk/Papatowai-Hotels-Hilltop-Accommodation-Catlins-Lodge.h70419397.Hotel-Information) ## Hotels near other Purakaunui Falls attractions ![Matai Waterfalls II Southland New Zealand Walk to the Matai Falls the waterfall small and pretty, but not spectacular.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6353154/ae6914b6-629f-47d6-894a-abbd91553de2.jpg) Photo by CK NG ### Matai Falls 4.6/5 (28 reviews) Take a drive on the Southern Scenic Route to embark on a walk through regenerating forest that leads to two of the Catlins’ most photogenic falls. [See properties](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP..PointOfInterests®ionId=6113126) ![Jack\'s Blowhole showing a bay or harbor and bird life](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6113122/7266a318-a670-4a35-8a44-774ec78940d3.jpg) ### Jack's Blowhole 4.4/5 (13 reviews) See the powerful natural feature named after a Māori chief by following a short trail on a private sheep farm. [See properties](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP..PointOfInterests®ionId=6113122) ![Cannibal Bay Beach featuring a sandy beach, a bay or harbour and surf](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6113120/1dfdcb19-d4e3-4f3d-8251-69cd94af6b80.jpg) ### Cannibal Bay Beach 4.6/5 (19 reviews) Cross rolling fields and dense macrocarpa forest to reach this isolated bay, home to hollow waves and a colony of sea lions. [See properties](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP..PointOfInterests®ionId=6113120) ![McLean Falls which includes forests and a cascade](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6113130/35d9310f-00e9-4388-953c-47d02fe1926b.jpg) ### McLean Falls 4.7/5 (52 reviews) This two-part waterfall is the end-point of an easy walk through varied forest and bush land and one of the most impressive in the Catlins area. [See properties](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP..PointOfInterests®ionId=6113130) ![Lighthouse on Nugget Point. It is located in the Catlins area on the Southern Coast of New Zealand, Otago region. The Lighthouse is surrounded by small rock islands, nuggets](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6113118/7898a85b-df30-46df-9813-1684f0f2e657.jpg) ### Nugget Point Lighthouse 4.8/5 (51 reviews) Sitting high above the water’s edge, this historic lighthouse has been a fixture of the Catlins for more than a century. [See properties](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP..PointOfInterests®ionId=6113118) ### Teapot World 3.8/5 (13 reviews) Enjoy an outing to Teapot World during your stay in Owaka. Wander the seaside and beaches in the area. [See properties](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP..PointOfInterests®ionId=553248621532608314) ### Cathedral Caves 4.8/5 (32 reviews) Explore the great outdoors at Cathedral Caves, a lovely green space in Chaslands. Wander the forests and seaside while you're in the area. [See properties](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP..PointOfInterests®ionId=6113128) ## Frequently asked questions ### What's the area like around Purakaunui Falls? ### Where is the best place to stay near Purakaunui Falls? ### If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Purakaunui Falls, will I receive a refund?