Title: The Catlins Travel Guide: Best of The Catlins, New Zealand Travel 2025 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in The Catlins](https://expedia.co.uk/The-Catlins-Hotels.d864801938735390720.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in The Catlins](https://expedia.co.uk/The-Catlins-Holiday-Rentals.d864801938735390720.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Flights to The Catlins](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-The-Catlins.d864801938735390720.Travel-Guide-Flights)[The Catlins Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-The-Catlins.d864801938735390720.Car-Hire-Guide)[The Catlins Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/The-Catlins.d864801938735390720.Holidays-City-Breaks) # The Catlins Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ![Kaka Point showing rugged coastline, a bay or harbour and a sandy beach](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/180000/180793-South-Island.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Kaka Point showing rocky coastline, a bay or harbour and a beach](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/181000/181513-Kaka-Point.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Kaka Point showing a beach, tranquil scenes and a bay or harbour](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/181000/181522-Kaka-Point.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Matai Falls featuring a pond and a waterfall](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/180000/180800-South-Island.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![The Catlins](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/180000/180801-South-Island.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit The Catlins Things to do - Top hotels in The Catlins - Top Holiday Rentals in The Catlins ![The Kaka Point Motels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9680000/9679600/9679525/2b9498f4_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Kaka Point Motels 24 Rata Street, Kaka Point £68 14 Nov - 15 Nov includes taxes & fees Stay at this 4-star motel in Kaka Point. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Tarata St Park and Kaka Point Beach are located ... 9/10 Wonderful! (256 reviews) Clean rooms. Great view. We can see Nugget Point Lighthouse from our window. Check in instruction was clear. Restaur Reviewed on 5 Oct 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=14%2F11%2F2025&endDate=15%2F11%2F2025&selected=9679525&PinnedHotelID=9679525&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=864801938735390720) ![Curio Bay Salt House Motel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19550000/19549500/19549489/bf518c87_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Curio Bay Salt House Motel 517 Waikawa-Curio Bay Rd, Curio Bay Fully refundable £94 2 Dec - 3 Dec includes taxes & fees Stay at this 3-star beach guesthouse in Curio Bay. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach locale. Popular attractions Curio Bay Beach and Curio Bay Petrified ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (338 reviews) The room had a really nice view, close to beach, spotless and well-kept. Everything felt fresh. Melissa was fantastic at communicating ahead of time, making sure everything was arranged smoothly. Would happily stay here again! Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=02%2F12%2F2025&endDate=03%2F12%2F2025&selected=19549489&PinnedHotelID=19549489&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=864801938735390720) ![Catlins Newhaven Holiday Park](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16040000/16038500/16038481/ff4f4585_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Catlins Newhaven Holiday Park 324 Newhaven Rd, Surat Bay, The Catlins, New Haven, Otago £51 10 Nov - 11 Nov includes taxes & fees Stay at this 3-star beach holiday park in New Haven. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach locale. Popular attractions Cannibal Bay Beach and Jack's Blowhole ... 9/10 Wonderful! (111 reviews) Loved the serenity. Proprietors were awesome, too! Lovely people to deal with! Reviewed on 21 Apr 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=10%2F11%2F2025&endDate=11%2F11%2F2025&selected=16038481&PinnedHotelID=16038481&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=864801938735390720) [See all 56 properties in The Catlins](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=08%2F11%2F2025&endDate=09%2F11%2F2025®ionId=864801938735390720) 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. ![Kaka Point Holiday House](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/48000000/47020000/47017700/47017617/61c92b12_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Kaka Point Holiday House Kaka Point, OTA Stay at this family-friendly holiday home in Kaka Point. Enjoy laundry facilities, patios and cable/satellite TV service. Popular attractions Tarata St Park ... 9.8/10 Exceptional! (72 reviews) Had unfortunate weather event with no power or water. The host contacted local people who provided us with water and a little gas cooker. There was also a fire which provided some light and warmth. Reviewed on 26 Oct 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kaka-Point-Hotels-Kaka-Point-Holiday-House.h47017617.Hotel-Information) ![Private Bush Shrouded Seaside Hideaway](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/29000000/28070000/28067800/28067716/fc2e950d_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Private Bush Shrouded Seaside Hideaway Kaka Point, Kaka Point Stay at this holiday home in Ahuriri Flat. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and patios. Popular attractions Willsher Bay Domain Reserve and Recreational ... 9.8/10 Exceptional! (130 reviews) Go There! Really well set up. Very comfortable. Highly recommended. Reviewed on 8 May 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Ahuriri-Flat-Hotels-Private-Bush-Clad-Seaside-Hideaway.h28067716.Hotel-Information) ![Serene on Marine, Kaka Point](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91750000/91747000/91746930/b0822af9_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Serene on Marine, Kaka Point Kaka Point, Otago Stay at this family-friendly holiday home in Kaka Point. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Tarata St Park and Kaka Point ... 9.8/10 Exceptional! (29 reviews) Relaxing break at the beach We had a fantastic time here. Lovely clean house and a wonderful location to explore the beach, rock pools, playground and local cafe. We loved our time so much we plan to come back in the near future. Reviewed on 11 May 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kaka-Point-Hotels-Serene-On-Marine.h91746930.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in The Catlins](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=864801938735390720&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) 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. ## Check The Catlins hotel availability [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=864801938735390720&startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-08) [Tonight](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=864801938735390720&startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-08) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=864801938735390720&startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-08) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=864801938735390720&startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-08)[7 Nov - 8 Nov](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=864801938735390720&startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-08) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=864801938735390720&startDate=2025-11-08&endDate=2025-11-09) [Tomorrow night](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=864801938735390720&startDate=2025-11-08&endDate=2025-11-09) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=864801938735390720&startDate=2025-11-08&endDate=2025-11-09) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=864801938735390720&startDate=2025-11-08&endDate=2025-11-09)[8 Nov - 9 Nov](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=864801938735390720&startDate=2025-11-08&endDate=2025-11-09) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=864801938735390720&startDate=07%2F11%2F2025&endDate=09%2F11%2F2025) [This weekend](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=864801938735390720&startDate=07%2F11%2F2025&endDate=09%2F11%2F2025) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=864801938735390720&startDate=07%2F11%2F2025&endDate=09%2F11%2F2025) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=864801938735390720&startDate=07%2F11%2F2025&endDate=09%2F11%2F2025)[7 Nov - 9 Nov](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=864801938735390720&startDate=07%2F11%2F2025&endDate=09%2F11%2F2025) ### Popular places to visit ![Nugget Point Lighthouse](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/180000/180985-Otago.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Nugget Point Lighthouse Sitting high above the water’s edge, this historic lighthouse has been a fixture of the Catlins for more than a century. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Nugget-Point-Lighthouse-Ahuriri-Flat.d6113118.Attraction) ![McLean Falls showing forests, a river or creek and a cascade](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/180000/180796-South-Island.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### McLean Falls 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/McLean-Falls-Catlins-Forest-Park.d6113130.Attraction) ![Curio Bay Petrified Forest](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/049322a3abbf39c55840183f5e144e49.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Curio Bay Petrified Forest 5/5(6 reviews) Explore the great outdoors at Curio Bay Petrified Forest, a lovely green space in Curio Bay. Stroll along the beaches or visit the monuments while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Curio-Bay-Petrified-Forest-Curio-Bay.d6113134.Attraction) ![Owaka which includes rocky coastline, a bay or harbour and surf](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/181000/181534-Owaka.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Jack's Blowhole See the powerful natural feature named after a Māori chief by following a short trail on a private sheep farm. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Jacks-Blowhole-Hinahina.d6113122.Attraction) ![Cannibal Bay Beach](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/181000/181515-Kaka-Point.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cannibal Bay Beach Cross rolling fields and dense macrocarpa forest to reach this isolated bay, home to hollow waves and a colony of sea lions. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cannibal-Bay-Beach-Otago.d6113120.Attraction) ![Purakaunui Falls featuring forest scenes, a cascade and a river or creek](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/180000/180798-South-Island.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Purakaunui Falls Visit the Catlins’ most famous waterfalls to see why it has adorned postcards and postage stamps for decades. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Purakaunui-Falls-Purakaunui.d6113124.Attraction) ## Cities near The Catlins ![Nugget Point Lighthouse showing mist or fog, a lighthouse and rugged coastline](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/181000/181527-Kaka-Point.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Kaka Point [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kaka-Point.dx6196345) ![McLean Falls showing forests, a river or creek and a cascade](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/180000/180796-South-Island.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Catlins Forest Park [](https://expedia.co.uk/Catlins-Forest-Park.dx6353156) ![Photo by chickbill](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/049322a3abbf39c55840183f5e144e49.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Curio Bay [](https://expedia.co.uk/Curio-Bay.dx6353228) ![Photo by Tawfeeq Zain Al-Aberdeen](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/db90e6222041e6a90d856b17d6debfc4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Papatowai [](https://expedia.co.uk/Papatowai.dx3000389702) - Cities near The Catlins - Places of interest [Kaka Point](https://expedia.co.uk/Kaka-Point.dx6196345)[Catlins Forest Park](https://expedia.co.uk/Catlins-Forest-Park.dx6353156)[Curio Bay](https://expedia.co.uk/Curio-Bay.dx6353228)[Papatowai](https://expedia.co.uk/Papatowai.dx3000389702)[Purekireki](https://expedia.co.uk/Purekireki.dx692484466918490112)[Puketiro](https://expedia.co.uk/Puketiro.dx692484737099067392)[Tarara](https://expedia.co.uk/Tarara.dx692485074581913600) - [Nugget Point Lighthouse](https://expedia.co.uk/Nugget-Point-Lighthouse-Ahuriri-Flat.d6113118.Attraction) - [Cannibal Bay Beach](https://expedia.co.uk/Cannibal-Bay-Beach-Otago.d6113120.Attraction) - [Cathedral Caves](https://expedia.co.uk/Cathedral-Caves-Chaslands.d6113128.Attraction) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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