Chaslands Travel Guide

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Matai Falls in the Catlins. Not too far off the road to get to a series of waterfalls. Take some filters for some water motion #TroveOn #nationalpark #traveltherenext #newzealand #catlins @traveltherenext
Matai Falls in the Catlins. Not too far off the road to get to a series of waterfalls. Take some filters for some water motion #TroveOn #nationalpark #traveltherenext #newzealand #catlins @traveltherenext
Whistling Frog Cafe & Resort

Whistling Frog Cafe & Resort

Rewcastle Road, 9 Chaslands Otago
Stay at this resort in Chaslands. Popular attractions McLean Falls and Cathedral Caves are located nearby.
Whistling Frog Cafe & Resort
Curio Bay Salt House Motel

Curio Bay Salt House Motel

3 out of 5
517 Waikawa-Curio Bay Rd Curio Bay
The price is AU$214 per night from 2 Mar to 3 Mar
AU$214
2 Mar - 3 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach guesthouse in Curio Bay. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach locale. Popular attractions Curio Bay Beach and Curio Bay Petrified Forest ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (358 reviews)
Our room was spotless and had everything that we needed. The location was absolutely beautiful!!!!

Reviewed on 30 Jan 2026

Curio Bay Salt House Motel
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 AU$109 per night from 6 Mar to 7 Mar
AU$109
6 Mar - 7 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hostel in New Haven. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach locale. Popular attractions Cannibal Bay Beach and Jack's Blowhole are located ...
8.6/10 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 4 Feb 2026

Surat Bay Lodge & Backpackers Hostel
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.
3-Bedroom Family Cottage with Stunning Rural Views in The Catlins

3-Bedroom Family Cottage with Stunning Rural Views in The Catlins

2 out of 5
Owaka
Stay at this holiday home in Owaka. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities and patios. Popular attractions Teapot World and Catlins Lake are located nearby.
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
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.

Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026

3-Bedroom Family Cottage with Stunning Rural Views in The Catlins
The perfect Jacks Bay retreat

The perfect Jacks Bay retreat

Hinahina Otago
Stay at this beach cabin in Hinahina. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and a garden. Popular attractions Jack's Blowhole and Cannibal Bay Beach are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (2 reviews)
Perfect Catlins base
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.

Reviewed on 27 Apr 2025

The perfect Jacks Bay retreat
Cosy, Comfortable, Rustic Cabin In The Absolute Heart Of The Catlins

Cosy, Comfortable, Rustic Cabin In The Absolute Heart Of The Catlins

Tahakopa Otago
Stay at this cabin in Tahakopa. Enjoy patios and in-room fireplaces. Popular attractions McLean Falls and Matai Falls are located nearby.
8.6/10 Excellent! (10 reviews)
Very friendly host and well maintained property

Reviewed on 1 Apr 2025

Cosy, Comfortable, Rustic Cabin In The Absolute Heart Of The Catlins
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.

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a very beautiful part of Southland need to come back for a week and take time to look around at all the beaches and walkways luved the board walk way

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