About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: Owaka Lodge Motel in Owaka offers family rooms with garden views, private bathrooms, and kitchenettes. Each room includes a tea and coffee maker, refrigerator, and work desk. Essential Facilities: Guests enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and free on-site private parking. Additional amenities include an outdoor play area, outdoor seating, and a continental breakfast with juice and fruits. Convenient Location: Located 85 km from Dunedin Airport, the motel is near attractions such as golfing, fishing, and hiking. The quiet street provides a peaceful environment. Guest Satisfaction: Highly rated by guests for its friendly host, convenient location, and comfortable rooms.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.5 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

  • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.7)

  • Top pick by families with children

Breakfast info

Continental

Free private parking available on-site


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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Patton
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Enjoyed the the stay was very peaceful .Was lovely very homely . Thank you we will definitely be back
  • Liz
    Australia Australia
    The chocolate muffins on arrival! Separate sleeping areas, spacious, good heating, well equipped kitchen
  • Hillers
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Great wee motel. Lovely host. Room heated up when we arrived & fresh muffins on bench. Excellent 1 night stay. Very comfortable.
  • Karen
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Muffins were a nice touch, thankyou. We had a nice dinner at the pub across the street
  • Christopher
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    What a lovely find visiting from UK this was our vision of New Zealand Motels. Room spotlessly clean, host-fantastic. Fresh chocolate muffins on arrival nothing was too much trouble. Room was like walking back in time prefect in every way. Highly...
  • Dan
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Good old fashioned service and goodness. Perfect location for our base as we explored the Catlins. The muffins get better every time we visit.
  • Craig
    Australia Australia
    Very central location but quiet. Small complex - 4 suites only. Very easy walking distance to local tavern, cafes and supermarket.
  • Marion
    Ireland Ireland
    Very comfortable and clean. Centrally located. Lovely host
  • Savage
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Had everything we needed for our short stay to attend a wedding in the Catlins. Great location.
  • Lily
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Large very comfy bed! Spacious. Very clean & has everything you need for a stay. We were delighted to have been left two delicious apricot muffins made fresh for us by the host. Truly lovely touch !

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House rules

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Check-in
From 14:00 to 22:00
Check-out
From 08:00 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 2 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 1 year
Cot upon request
Free

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There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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