Owaka is home to Catlins Gateway Motel. Teapot World is a local attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Kaka Point Scenic Reserve and Catlins Lake. Visit our Owaka travel guide
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much is parking?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Catlins Gateway Motel?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.
What time is check-out at Catlins Gateway Motel?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Catlins Gateway Motel located?
Situated in Owaka, this apartment building is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Teapot World and 1.7 mi (2.8 km) from Catlins Lake. Surat Bay Beach and Jack's Blowhole are also within 6 mi (10 km).
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Catlins Gateway Motel Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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9.2
Cleanliness
8.0
Location
9.4
Staff & service
8.8
Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 17 reviews
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Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 17 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 17 reviews
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Reviews
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Rick
17 March 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The check in was not only excellent but we were given quite a lot of information on the area. And then showed the room and an explanation on everthing in the room.
Very spacious room with comfy beds and pillows. Basic kitchen amenities with shower pressure abit limited. Trevor was very friendly and had provided us plenty of travel tips!
Can't really comment on the other motels in the town but, based upon our walk through the area we believe this motel to be the best. Would happily recommend to family and friends.
Otago is a lovely quiet location, close to some very beautiful scenery and this motel was just lovely. A real highlight and great value for money. The furniture and kitchen equipment was good quality. I loved it.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020
Verified review
8/10 Good
Verified traveler
4 February 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Comfortable location to explore the Catlins area. Room was spacious and clean. Contained all the facilities to cook inside if you get there late. Laundry facilities are shared with the owner. The only drawback was the shower - flow was weak, and the inside heater was not sufficient for two showers.You should wait between the showers. However, we had a pleasant stay.
The motel is great and comfort.
Bed - comfort
Kitchen - Function good with Rice cooker, Oven, microwave, Stovetop of 4, waterbolier, refrigerator (would be nicer / added value if it is a normal height refrigerator with freezer since there is more than enough place to place one). Did not provide knife sharpener, scissors kitchen paper and aluminium paper.
Dinning table - Good and stable
Sofa - 2 person sofa is good and comfort
Bathroom - The shower is very soft, doesn't give any satisfaction in taking a shower, the toilet flushing is also not easy, often has to flush a few times in order to get it clean. But the bathroom is clean and big. Would be nice if the shower is in a shower box instead of open style with curtain.
Heater - 2 heaters all work very good.
Daily changing of towels, very good and clean.