Catlins Forest Park Vacations 2025/2026

Name: Curio Bay Salt House Motel
Price range: CA $154

Top Catlins Forest Park hotels deals

The Kaka Point Motels

24 Rata Street, Kaka Point

CA $110

CA $128 total

Nov 21 - Nov 22

includes taxes & fees

Stay at this 4-star motel in Kaka Point. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Tarata St Park and Kaka Point Beach are located nearby.

Parking included

Free WiFi

Croydon Lodge Hotel

100 Waimea Street, Croydon, Croydon

Free cancellation

Reserve now, pay when you stay

CA $121

CA $141 total

Nov 20 - Nov 21

includes taxes & fees

Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Croydon. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Hokonui Pioneer village and Museum and Bannerman Park are located nearby.

Parking included

Free WiFi

Curio Bay Salt House Motel

517 Waikawa-Curio Bay Rd, Curio Bay

Free cancellation

CA $154

CA $177 total

Oct 24 - Oct 25

includes taxes & fees

Stay at this 3-star beach guesthouse in Curio Bay. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Popular attractions Curio Bay Beach and Curio Bay Petrified Forest are located nearby.

Parking included

Free WiFi

Esplanade Motels

35 Railway Esplanade, Gore

Free cancellation

Reserve now, pay when you stay

CA $118

CA $137 total

Nov 1 - Nov 2

includes taxes & fees

Stay at this 3-star motel in Gore. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Brown Trout and Gore Historical Museum are located nearby.

Pet-friendly

Parking included

Riverlea Motel

46 Hokonui Drive, Gore

CA $123

CA $143 total

Oct 25 - Oct 26

includes taxes & fees

Stay at this 3-star motel in Gore. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Gore Historical Museum and Hokonui Moonshine Museum are located nearby.

Parking included

Free WiFi

The Fern & Thistle Luxury Accommodation

146 Benhar Rd, Benhar, OTA

CA $108

CA $126 total

Nov 9 - Nov 10

includes taxes & fees

Stay at this 4-star boutique B&B in Benhar. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attraction Shaws Island is located nearby.

Hot tub

Breakfast included

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Popular places to visit

McLean Falls

Explore the great outdoors at McLean Falls, a lovely green space in Catlins Forest Park. Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's waterfalls.

Catlins Forest Park Vacations

Experiencing the real essence of Catlins Forest Park begins with delving into a few basic things. Are you ready to learn just where this unique place is and what there is to do there?

This town can be found 12 miles (19 kilometers) northwest of Papatowai. You'll also find it 30 miles (48 kilometers) southeast of Gore.

Hotels in Catlins Forest Park

Even if you're the most organized traveler, you will have to get in quick to get a property near Catlins Forest Park. It has limited accommodation options, but Tahakopa is only 6 miles (10 kilometers) away and has access to the Whistling Frog Cafe & Accommodation. It's the only listed option available, so we recommend booking your room as soon as possible.

Places to visit in Catlins Forest Park

Scramble through the caverns, tunnels and shafts at Cathedral Caves. If you're feeling brave, try switching off your flashlight and spend a few moments in complete darkness. Want more ideas? There's something magical about witnessing water cascading off the edge of a cliff. Try to stand as close as possible to McLean Falls and feel its cool spray settle on your skin. And, there's more going on in the surrounding area. There's something mesmerizing about observing water tumbling off the side of a cliff. Try to get as close as possible to Matai Falls and feel the cool mist settle on your skin.

Where do you fly into for Catlins Forest Park?

Touching down at Invercargill Airport (IVC)? Once you step off the aircraft, the center of Catlins Forest Park is about 45 miles (72 kilometers) away. Hail down a taxi and enjoy the drive — your vacation has only just started!

Frequently asked questions

How much are vacation packages to Catlins Forest Park?

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Can I save on my Catlins Forest Park car rental if I book it with my hotel or flight?

Bundling your car, flight and hotel into a Catlins Forest Park vacation package is a surefire way to land the best deal. Plus, having your own wheels gives you absolute freedom to make your way to all those famous sights you're hoping to check out. Situated 177 kilometers from Catlins Forest Park, Coronet Peak Ski Area is one attraction that should be on your must-do list. Turn up the tunes and make a day trip of it.

Which airport is best for Catlins Forest Park?

Dunedin Intl. Airport (DUD) is the gateway to your Catlins Forest Park getaway. Sitting 88 kilometers northeast of Catlins Forest Park, it welcomes travelers from all over each day. Another popular option is Invercargill Airport (IVC), 72 kilometers away from central Catlins Forest Park.