Catlins Inn

Hotels
7.9 (252 reviews)
21 Ryley Street , Owaka , nz

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Fax/photocopying
Facilities for disabled guests
Packed lunches
Non-smoking throughout
Wheelchair accessible
Kid meals
Lower bathroom sink
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Clean rooms
Friendly staff
Convenient location
Cons:
Cramped room
Basic amenities
Unsatisfactory TV system

Categories

Cleanliness
8.3
Room was clean and warm, but basic.
Service
8.8
Staff were very friendly and helpful.
Location
7.8
Truckers stop not really suitable for families.
Room Quality
6.8
Very basic, cramped room with flat pillows.
Amenities
7.3
Standard amenities, basic TV system that needs improvement.
Value for Money
7.8
Good situation overall, but amenities could be better.
Food and Beverage
8.2
Not specifically mentioned.
Overall Experience
8.2
Enjoyable stay with clean accommodations.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-20 05:30

Property Description

Modern Amenities

Catlins Inn, nestled in Owaka, offers a seamless blend of comfort and convenience. Each room is equipped with a flat-screen TV, kettle, and a private bathroom with complimentary toiletries. Selected rooms even feature a fully equipped kitchen, making it a home away from home.

Culinary Delights

Indulge in a culinary journey at our on-site restaurant, where local cuisine takes center stage. Whether you have dietary restrictions or preferences, our menu caters to all, offering vegetarian, dairy-free, and gluten-free options upon request.

Convenient Location

Conveniently located, Catlins Inn is the perfect hub for exploring Owaka. With free WiFi, free parking, and Dunedin Airport just 84 km away, your stay with us promises both relaxation and accessibility.

Experience comfort and convenience at Catlins Inn - book your stay now!

Check-in and check-out hours:

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.

Location

Guest Reviews

7.9
Based on 252 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.3
Service: 8.8
Location: 7.8
Room Quality: 6.8
Amenities: 7.3
Value for Money: 7.8
Food and Beverage: 8.2
Overall Experience: 8.2
S
Smith couple nz
10
Highly recommended
Pros:

Both staff were excellent; very pleasant and nothing was a problem for them - thanks so much! While the premises were a little older, they were sparkling clean - not easy in this type of property. We had heaps of room, a very large bathroom and were very comfortable. Meals were fabulous in the bar.

2026-03-06 via Nuitee
G
Gail family_with_children nz
3
Pros:

The accommodation was changed and we ended up in Milton as there was a problem from there end. We appreciated the people finding us some more accommodation on short notice

Cons:

It was a truckers stop not really suitable for a family, fortunately the boys were teenagers and they could sleep in separate rooms without a problem.

2025-10-27 via Nuitee
G
Glenn family_with_children nz
8
Enjoyable stay and unit was nice and clean
Pros:

Central

2025-10-21 via Nuitee
J
Joan couple au
7
Pros:

Room was clean and warm. Staff were very friendly.

2025-10-19 via Nuitee
P
Paul family_with_children nz
8
2025-10-01 via Nuitee
N
Nevin couple nz
9
2025-09-28 via Nuitee
D
Denise couple nz
6
No frills, but clean
Pros:

Clean, staff pleasant,

Cons:

Very basic, room very cramped, pillows were so flat it was barely worth having them.

2025-09-07 via Nuitee
D
Derrick couple nz
8
I would stay here again, clean, great staff and warm and clean
Pros:

Everything, good situation all round

Cons:

Tv was complete crap - needs a better system , suspect the “trust” is too tight to install a better system, It’s 2025 and I would expect a tv system that worked as soon as you switched it on

2025-09-03 via Nuitee
G
Graham couple gb
9
2025-08-14 via Nuitee
B
Barry extended_group nz
10
2025-07-08 via Nuitee
J
Jessica young couple nz
3
Poor
Pros:

Room very clean and tidy.

Cons:

No heating had been turned on prior to our arrival, which meant it was freezing, and took a very long time to warm up, which made for uncomfortable time.

2025-06-07 via Nuitee
H
Heather young couple nz
9
Excellent value with good priced meals at the inn as well.
Pros:

Great place with only three guest rooms, huge ensuite with walk in shower,.
Staff exceptional.

Cons:

A small fridge or use of a fridge.

2025-05-16 via Nuitee
C
Carol young couple nz
8
good
Pros:

Friendly & welcoming when checking in.
Pleasant evening at the bar/restaurant.
Meal was good

2025-05-11 via Nuitee
M
Michael young couple au
9
Superb
2025-05-08 via Nuitee
D
David solo traveller nz
10
Lovely ensuite room. Great value for money. Nice wee pub. Lovely staff.
Pros:

Lovely ensuite room. Great value for money. Nice wee pub. Lovely staff.

Cons:

NA

2025-05-04 via Nuitee
V
Vicki family with young children nz
9
Excellent location and very spacious
Pros:

Like a home away from have, spacious and great location.

Cons:

Everything was good, maybe a BBQ on the deck would be good.

2025-05-02 via Nuitee
W
Wendy young couple nz
8
Very good
2025-04-24 via Nuitee
R
Ross young couple nz
10
excellent.stay again, and recommend to others
Pros:

n/a

Cons:

nothing

2025-04-21 via Nuitee
N
Neil young couple nz
8
Very good
Pros:

Warm, good food available at bar.

Cons:

Room a bit too small for comfort.

2025-04-17 via Nuitee
F
Francene with friends au
8
Very good
2025-04-13 via Nuitee