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1. Curio Bay Salt House Motel

Curio Bay Salt House Motel
3.0 star property
Curio Bay
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (380 reviews)
"Fantastic location with a great sea view. We were there in June and the heating was on which was grat."
Australia
Sandra
The price is ￥17,172
￥19,827 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Curio Bay Salt House Motel
Terrace/patio

2. The Kaka Point Motels

The Kaka Point Motels
4.0 star property
Kaka Point
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (293 reviews)
"Lovely view and location"
Australia
Diane
The price is ￥13,760
￥15,933 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 4 - Aug 5
The Kaka Point Motels
Studio | In-room safe, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free)

3. Riverlea Motel

Riverlea Motel
3.0 star property
Gore
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (96 reviews)
"Clean, comfortable beds and easy walking to restaurants "
United States
Wendy
The price is ￥14,279
￥16,535 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Riverlea Motel
Sauna

4. The Fern & Thistle Boutique Accommodation - Drinks, Hotpool, Sauna

The Fern & Thistle Boutique Accommodation - Drinks, Hotpool, Sauna
4.0 star property
Benhar
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (64 reviews)
"Great hosts, loved the location and facilities. Appreciated the complimentary mini bar and beautiful selection for breakfast. Very accommodating for an early breakfast also."
Australia
Sharlene
The price is ￥13,965
￥16,083 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 5 - Aug 6
The Fern & Thistle Boutique Accommodation - Drinks, Hotpool, Sauna
Children's activities

5. Esplanade Motels

Esplanade Motels
3.0 star property
East Gore
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (221 reviews)
"Nice and easy to get to and warm friendly staff "
Australia
Merv
The price is ￥13,845
￥16,078 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Esplanade Motels
Family Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free), bed sheets

6. Croydon Lodge Hotel

Croydon Lodge Hotel
4.0 star property
Croydon
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (270 reviews)
"Great parking great location quiet!!"
Australia
Michael
The price is ￥15,289
￥17,582 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 5 - Aug 6
Croydon Lodge Hotel
Blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, cribs (free)

7. Oakleigh Motel

Oakleigh Motel
2.5 star property
Gore
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (55 reviews)
"Was clean and staff were very helpful "
Australia
Rose
The price is ￥13,918
￥16,139 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 2 - Aug 3
Oakleigh Motel
Studio Suite | Iron/ironing board, WiFi (free)

8. Charlies Motor Lodge

Charlies Motor Lodge
2.0 star property
Balclutha
7.4 out of 10, Good, (3 reviews)
"We had a 2 bedroom unit. It was very spacious and comfortable. Great for short or long stay."
Australia
LISA
The price is ￥11,736
￥13,609 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 8 - Aug 9
Charlies Motor Lodge
Exterior

9. Charlton Motel

Charlton Motel
3.5 star property
Gore
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (152 reviews)
"Kia ora, we thoroughly enjoyed our stay here for the country music honours event. The motel was a great location for us and the rooms had lots of space for us travelling as a group. Ngā mihi nui, see you next time!"
Australia
Sophie
The price is ￥15,943
￥18,383 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 4 - Aug 5
Charlton Motel
Front of property

10. Waikawa House

Waikawa House
3.5 star property
Waikawa
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (43 reviews)
"Great place to stay, clean, easy acceas and near to sites"
Australia
Amanda
The price is ￥16,906
￥19,561 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Waikawa House
Deluxe Studio, Ocean View | Premium bedding, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free)

11. Kaka Point Luxury Spa Accommodation

Kaka Point Luxury Spa Accommodation
2.0 star property
Kaka Point
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (10 reviews)
"We had a wonderful stay at Kaka point. Easy booking and entry process, a lovely well appointed apartment with incredible views."
Australia
Dave
The price is ￥24,064
￥27,714 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Kaka Point Luxury Spa Accommodation
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Stay near popular Catlins Forest Park attractions

McLean Falls

9.6/10 (81 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.
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A multi-tiered waterfall surrounded by lush greenery.
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Top Catlins Forest Park Hotel Reviews

The Kaka Point Motels

The Kaka Point Motels

10/10 Excellent
"Friendly and lovely spot .. would stay again"
Janelle 1-night trip
Posted 9 hours ago
The Kaka Point Motels

More cheap stays in Catlins Forest Park

Charlies Motor Lodge

Charlies Motor Lodge

23 Essex St Balclutha Otago Region
The price is ￥11,736 per night from Aug 8 to Aug 9
￥11,736
￥13,609 total
Aug 8 - Aug 9
includes taxes & fees
7.4/10 Good! (3 reviews)

Frequently asked questions

What's the best place to stay in Catlins Forest Park?
Curio Bay Salt House Motel, located 14 mi (22.5 km) from the heart of Catlins Forest Park, is a top choice for your stay based on our traveler data. Two other options for your visit to the area are The Kaka Point Motels and Croydon Lodge Hotel. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in Catlins Forest Park.
What are some of the best vacation rentals in Catlins Forest Park?
Serene on Marine, Kaka Point: This vacation home rental outside of Catlins Forest Park offers a patio, a garden, and air-conditioning to help you feel perfectly comfortable in your new surroundings. Kitchen amenities include a dishwasher, a fridge, and a stovetop. See all vacation rentals in Catlins Forest Park.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Catlins Forest Park, will I receive a refund?
Yes, most hotel reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before check in. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Catlins Forest Park.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Catlins Forest Park?
For more details about updating your trip to Catlins Forest Park or cancelling it, head over to our customer service page.
What's the best hotel to stay with easy access to McLean Falls?
Whistling Frog Cafe & Accommodation is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this property offers a restaurant and free parking. It's located 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from McLean Falls. Other good options in the area include Curio Bay Salt House Motel and Catlins Mohua Park.
What's the best hotel for staying near Invercargill Airport (IVC)?
Kelvin Hotel is a popular 3.5-star hotel featuring a restaurant and free WiFi. It's located a short 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from Invercargill Airport. Other good choices within close proximity to the airport include Victoria Railway Hotel and Homestead Villa Motel.
How is it to stay in Catlins Forest Park?
Visitors can enjoy all that Catlins Forest Park has to offer including its parks. There are 53 hotels and other accommodations in the surrounding area. Find out more about Catlins Forest Park.
What is there to see in Catlins Forest Park?
A favorite place to visit is McLean Falls. You'll also find Curio Bay Beach and Curio Bay Petrified Forest in the area. Check out what more to see and do in Expedia's Catlins Forest Park guide.
What's the weather like in Catlins Forest Park?
The hottest months are usually February and January with an average temp of 56°F, while the coldest months are July and August with an average of 45°F. Average annual precipitation for Catlins Forest Park is 44 inches.