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Some of the best backpacker spots in Owaka

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Situated in the North Catlins, Surat Bay Lodge offers friendly private and dormitory rooms with free WiFi. Guests enjoy 2 fully equipped communal kitchens, 2 lounge/dining areas, a conservatory lounge and a garden overlooking the beach.

We had a 270 degree view of the bay from our corner room! Very friendly helpful owner. Very well equipped shared kitchen. Only a few rooms in the hotel so it was very quaint. Nice sitting area with a sun room. Clean bathrooms.

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8.3
Very good
183 reviews
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AR$ 73,156
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Budget travellers know that there is no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a bit more.
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Hostels that guests love in Owaka

  • 8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 336 reviews
    Thanks for a smooth checkin/ checkout. Great location. Kids loved exploring.
    Roshni
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: AR$ 82,506.24
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 992 reviews
    Great location, clean and tidy room.
    Hannah
    Young couple
  • 7.2
    Scored 7.2
    Good
    Rated good
     · 203 reviews
    Lovely old building. Wonderful hostel style atmosphere.
    Dorothy
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: AR$ 82,506.24
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 992 reviews
    Great location and very nice accommodation too. Super comfy bed with great shower. Good kitchen and provision of essentials. Didn't meet any staff so can't comment but good communication regarding getting in to the apartment. Very quiet and peaceful.
    Alison
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: AR$ 73,155.53
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 183 reviews
    Clean Comfortable and great location.
    David
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: AR$ 82,506.24
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 992 reviews
    Have now stayed in 5 motels and yours by far the best and the cheapest. Now in Dunedin, St Linda and the motel is clean but dated and $194.00 a night
    P
    Paula
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: AR$ 82,506.24
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 333 reviews
    All you could want: a hostess who brought home made muffins, great location in Owaka - really good for touring the Catlins; and a well equipped motel. It's an old style motel but all the better for that. Great value for money.
    Richard
    Young couple
  • 7.2
    Scored 7.2
    Good
    Rated good
     · 203 reviews
    Check in easy Nice view from balcony room Very clean Pool table Big shared kitchen Stayed at a two bedroom apartment Old original feel Nice and helpful staff Great location A lot of information about nearby attractions
    Ketike
    Young couple
  • 7.2
    Scored 7.2
    Good
    Rated good
     · 203 reviews
    accepting this is a Back packer an old establishment (was hospital the Rest home now a Backpacker
    Colin L Weatherall
    Family with young children
  • 9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 289 reviews
    Great location for exploring Catlins area. Continental breakfast provided with preserves, butter and milk all in the fridge. Fresh fruit as well.
    Martin
    Solo traveller