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Guests staying at Catlins Newhaven Holiday Park are a 5-minute walk from Surat Bay, a long sand beach in Newhaven, where you may be lucky enough to see a Hooker Sea Lion. Guests enjoy free use golf clubs. Each chalet has a private balcony, flat-screen TV or TV, a DVD player and tea/coffee making facilities. Most accommodation has a private bathroom, a kitchenette and sea views. Newhaven Holiday Park offers beachfront accommodation, 9 minutes’ drive from Owaka town centre and 11 minutes’ drive from Catlines Lake. Guests can enjoy fishing and hiking in the surrounding areas. Nearby attractions include waterfalls and caves.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

Free private parking available on-site


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Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
3 single beds
Bedroom 2:
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 1:
2 bunk beds
Bedroom 2:
2 single beds
Bedroom 1:
2 bunk beds
Bedroom 2:
1 large double bed
1 double bed
and
2 bunk beds
2 single beds
and
1 bunk bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.1
Facilities
8.5
Cleanliness
9.0
Comfort
8.8
Value for money
8.9
Location
9.4
Free WiFi
9.6
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Sonic
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Kids enjoyed it heaps Everything clean and tidy awesome
  • Shelley
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Great location, cabins good very friendly and helpful
  • Michell
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Everything from the location, which is pure bliss, to the simple but well equipped chalets . What this place lacks in finesse, it makes up for in every other way!
  • Denise
    Australia Australia
    Beautiful little caravan park set in nature right on the beach.
  • Holly
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Out stay was very enjoyable we absolutely loved being right by the beach the accommodation was perfect for myself and my two boys it was warm cosy and clean not to mention affordable and the staff were very kind and friendly we can’t wait to go...
  • Sue
    New Zealand New Zealand
    so quiet and peaceful. clean and well equipped cabins and kitchen. great family lounge with games and books to suit all ages.
  • Ollie
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Cost, location and amenities were excellent value for money.
  • Tracey
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Very tidy and comfortable. Lovely w as ok to the beach
  • Griffyn
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Lovely host and great facilities, such a beautiful location!
  • Tim
    Australia Australia
    Comfortable cabin right near the beach. Great facilities.

Property questions and answers
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The property usually replies within a few days

  • Hi, is the WiFi available in the unit? Thank you 😬

    Yes it is and its also unlimited
    Answered on 15 June 2020
  • hi we are wondering if a 4 berth caravan could be parked beside/in front of the 2 bedroom bungalow? we have family that we want to be close to due to ..

    Hi Jo the tourist flats are all with in 20 meters of the power sites. Caravans cant be parked in front of them due to access and fire lane ways. You c..
    Answered on 6 January 2021
  • Hello, does your location have wi-fi by any chance? Thanks

    Yes and its unlimited and free
    Answered on 1 June 2020
  • Two women, need our own beds but happy to share a bedroom

    Tourist flat 2 which is self contained would be a good fit for you, or cabin b with shared anmenitys - Both have two single beds in them
    Answered on 10 December 2020
  • Is your private beach next to the property or do I need to use a means of transportation to go there?

    The beach is public and you can walk right out on to it. The beach is 3 km long with very little usage
    Answered on 26 September 2019
  • Is there wifi? Also would need two - three bedroom self contained chalet, two adults in one room, two kids in another and maybe another adult ?

    All good see you at check in
    Answered on 15 August 2024
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Managed by Owners / operators

Company review score: 9.1Based on 328 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

Kia Ora & welcome We are a small locally owned family business. Our background is nursing. We love camping, the great outdoors, travelling & exploring new places. We're blessed to live here and keen to share Surat Bay & Catlins wonders with you.

Property information

Surrender yourself to the remote rhythm and beauty of Surat Bay. The flow of the tide, sand between your toes, a chorus of native birds at sunrise, rare endangered NZ sea lions. Unwind, let stress slip away, leave feeling cleansed and revitalized

Neighbourhood information

Surat Bay & Newhaven village are an authentic NZ experience. A photographer's delight with natural wildlife, & astounding scenic attractions all within an hours drive. Its magic will captive you wishing you could stay longer. Recreational paradise.

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

Facilities of Catlins Newhaven Holiday Park
Great facilities! Review score, 8.5

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Beachfront
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Private beach area
Bedroom
  • Linen
View
  • View
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Beachfront
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Private beach area
  • Barbecue
  • BBQ facilities
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Toaster
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
Activities
  • Beach
  • Water sport facilities on site
  • Horse riding
    Additional charge
  • Hiking
  • Children's playground
  • Fishing
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Seating Area
Media & Technology
  • DVD player
  • Radio
  • TV
Internet
WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Services
  • Strollers
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Fax/photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
Entertainment and family services
  • Kids' outdoor play equipment
  • Board games/puzzles
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • 24-hour security
General
  • Designated smoking area
  • Heating
  • Private entrance
  • Carpeted
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
Accessibility
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
Languages spoken
  • English

House rules
Catlins Newhaven Holiday Park takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 14:00 to 19:30
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 08:30 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 3 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
Free

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 3 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Accepted payment methods
VisaMastercardUnionPay credit cardCash
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 06:00.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

If you expect to arrive after 20:30, please contact the property using the contact details found on the booking confirmation.

For guests that are staying in the Double Bungalow or Twin Bungalow, both with access to shared bathroom facilities, there is an additional $2 charge to use the shower facilities as the property uses rain water.

Please inform Catlins Newhaven Holiday Park in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 06:00:00.

FAQs about Catlins Newhaven Holiday Park

  • Catlins Newhaven Holiday Park offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Hiking
    • Children's playground
    • Fishing
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
    • Beachfront
    • Beach
    • Horse riding
    • Private beach area
    • Water sport facilities on site
  • Check-in at Catlins Newhaven Holiday Park is from 14:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

  • The prices at Catlins Newhaven Holiday Park may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Yes, Catlins Newhaven Holiday Park is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Catlins Newhaven Holiday Park is 3.1 miles from the centre of Owaka. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.