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The Purakaunui Falls are one of the most beautiful waterfalls in New Zealand outside the mountains. Down in the Catlins it's off a gravel road past Papatowai. It's a bit hard to find online or concretely on a map, but there are yellow street signs everywhere pointing you there, so just follow the yellow signs and you'll get there, then its a quick 20 minute walk down to the falls
The Purakaunui Falls are one of the most beautiful waterfalls in New Zealand outside the mountains. Down in the Catlins it's off a gravel road past Papatowai. It's a bit hard to find online or concretely on a map, but there are yellow street signs everywhere pointing you there, so just follow the yellow signs and you'll get there, then its a quick 20 minute walk down to the falls
The Kaka Point Motels

The Kaka Point Motels

4 out of 5
24 Rata Street Kaka Point
The price is P5,440 per night from Feb 25 to Feb 26
P5,440
P6,256 total
Feb 25 - Feb 26
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Kaka Point. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Tarata St Park and Kaka Point Beach are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (282 reviews)
Very friendly host. Great location with fabulous views of the sea. Saw wonderful sunrise

Reviewed on Feb 12, 2026

The Kaka Point Motels
Surat Bay Lodge & Backpackers Hostel

Surat Bay Lodge & Backpackers Hostel

3 out of 5
19 Surat Bay Road New Haven South Otago
The price is P4,020 per night from Feb 28 to Mar 1
P4,020
P4,623 total
Feb 28 - Mar 1
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach hostel in New Haven. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Popular attractions Cannibal Bay Beach and Jack's Blowhole ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (56 reviews)
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!

Reviewed on Feb 4, 2026

Surat Bay Lodge & Backpackers Hostel
Catlins Newhaven Holiday Park

Catlins Newhaven Holiday Park

3 out of 5
324 Newhaven Rd New Haven Otago
The price is P3,591 per night from Feb 26 to Feb 27
P3,591
P4,129 total
Feb 26 - Feb 27
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach holiday park in New Haven. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Popular attractions Cannibal Bay Beach and Jack's Blowhole ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (120 reviews)
Excellent place to stay

Reviewed on Feb 21, 2026

Catlins Newhaven Holiday Park
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 Luxury Spa Accommodation

Kaka Point Luxury Spa Accommodation

2 out of 5
26 Esplanade Kaka Point Otago
Stay at this apartment in Kaka Point. Enjoy free WiFi, daily housekeeping, and premium TV channels. Popular attractions Kaka Point Beach and Recreational Reserve ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (8 reviews)
Comfortable chairs with a view! Modern and clean.

Reviewed on Feb 11, 2026

Kaka Point Luxury Spa Accommodation
Catlins Lake Sanctuary

Catlins Lake Sanctuary

3.5 out of 5
193 Hina Hina Road Owaka
Book a stay at this beach vacation home in Owaka. Enjoy free parking, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Teapot World and Catlins Lake are ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (5 reviews)
Great base camp for exploring the Catlins
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.

Reviewed on Feb 28, 2020

Catlins Lake Sanctuary
Pounawea Waterfront Motels

Pounawea Waterfront Motels

3.5 out of 5
43 Park Lane Owaka
Stay at this apartment in Owaka. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and dry cleaning or laundry services. Popular attractions Jack's Blowhole and Teapot World are ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (24 reviews)
Loved the view, how quiet it is but close to Owaka with its cafes and 4 square, also how central it was for attractions.

Reviewed on Mar 6, 2022

Pounawea Waterfront Motels
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.