Otara

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You can reach Waipapa point by following the dirt road to the end. It's a beautiful place with a lighthouse. The Hooker sea lions are chilling on the beach. There is quite a big parking lot with toilets, but otherwise no facilities.
You can reach Waipapa point by following the dirt road to the end. It's a beautiful place with a lighthouse. The Hooker sea lions are chilling on the beach. There is quite a big parking lot with toilets, but otherwise no facilities.
Waipapa Point

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Curio Bay Salt House Motel

Curio Bay Salt House Motel

3 out of 5
517 Waikawa-Curio Bay Rd Curio Bay
The price is AED 402 per night from Mar 30 to Mar 31
AED 402
AED 464 total
30 Mar - 31 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach guesthouse in Curio Bay. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Popular attractions Curio Bay Beach and Curio Bay Petrified ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (363 reviews)
This was right on the beach with a gorgeous view.

Reviewed on 5 March 2026

Curio Bay Salt House Motel
Waikawa House

Waikawa House

3.5 out of 5
14 Lisburn street Waikawa southland
The price is AED 414 per night from Mar 22 to Mar 23
AED 414
AED 477 total
22 Mar - 23 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this guesthouse in Waikawa. Enjoy free parking, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Porpoise Bay Beach and Curio Bay Beach are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (38 reviews)
Very spacious 3‑bedroom house. The washer and dryer were great after we finished an overnight Doubtful Sound cruise. At first our clothes were still damp even after quite some time in the dryer, but we eventually realized the lint screen needed a serious clean! There is no Wi‑Fi, but for a simple ...

Reviewed on 4 March 2026

Waikawa House
Crayfish Creek Farmstay - Rustic meets Coastal Charm & Stunning panoramic views.

Crayfish Creek Farmstay - Rustic meets Coastal Charm & Stunning panoramic views.

Tokanui Southland Region
The price is AED 585 per night from Mar 10 to Mar 11
AED 585
AED 1,028 total
10 Mar - 11 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly farm stay in Tokanui. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a garden.
10/10 Exceptional! (3 reviews)
Our family only stayed one night but it was lovely. Super comfortable beds, well stocked kitchen and a great view of the surrounding countryside. The breakfast supplies provided (fresh farm eggs, bread, homemade jams) were also great, especially as the location is somewhat remote. Definitely a great ...

Reviewed on 17 January 2026

Crayfish Creek Farmstay - Rustic meets Coastal Charm & Stunning panoramic views.
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Niagara Ridge Retreat Gateway to the Catlins

Niagara Ridge Retreat Gateway to the Catlins

Niagara Southland
Stay at this vacation home in Niagara. Enjoy a garden, patios, and in-room fireplaces. Popular attractions Porpoise Bay Beach and Curio Bay Beach are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (20 reviews)
fabulous
great site lovely clean and very tidy home

Reviewed on 5 March 2025

Niagara Ridge Retreat Gateway to the Catlins
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Popular places to visit

You can reach Waipapa point by following the dirt road to the end. It's a beautiful place with a lighthouse. The Hooker sea lions are chilling on the beach. There is quite a big parking lot with toilets, but otherwise no facilities.

Waipapa Point Lighthouse

You can learn about the history of Otara with a trip to Waipapa Point Lighthouse. Stroll along the beaches or visit the monuments while you're in the area.

Waipapa Point Lighthouse