Located in Owaka, this apartment is on a river. Teapot World is a local attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Kaka Point Scenic Reserve and Surat Bay Beach. Visit our Owaka travel guide
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much is parking at Pounawea Waterfront Motels?
Self-parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Pounawea Waterfront Motels?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 5 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.
What time is check-out at Pounawea Waterfront Motels?
Checkout is at 10 AM.
Where is Pounawea Waterfront Motels located?
Situated on a river, this apartment building is within 6 miles (10 km) of Teapot World, Surat Bay Beach and Catlins Lake. Jack's Blowhole and Cannibal Bay Beach are also within 12 miles (20 km).
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected 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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Pounawea Waterfront Motels Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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9.6
Cleanliness
9.4
Amenities
8.6
Staff & service
9.0
Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 24 reviews
10 - Excellent
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Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 24 reviews
8 - Good
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Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 24 reviews
6 - Okay
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Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 24 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 24 reviews
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Reviews
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Daryl
6 Mar 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Loved the view, how quiet it is but close to Owaka with its cafes and 4 square, also how central it was for attractions.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Felicity and Tim
14 Jan 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
What an absolute wee gem of a motel! Everything you need, nothing you don’t, beautifully clean and THAT VIEW!!! Highly recommend, we loved our stay here.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
29 Nov 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Lovely stay and highly recommended!
Lovely and peaceful stay at Pounawea waterfront motel! Communication with property manager was excellent with contactless checkin and the place itself has plenty of room! Would stay again and maybe stay longer as it is truly a pleasant location.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2021
Verified review
8/10 Good
Garth
10 Nov 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Its closeness to the water and the huge windows looking out to the sea.
It was a great place to stay overnight during our first visit to the Catlins.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2021
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
12 Jul 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, communication
Awesome view, great location and well set up motel unit
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Yvonne
6 May 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
We only stayed for a couple of nights, but wished we could have stayed longer. The motel was great, very comfortable, great facilities, beautiful sea view
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
4 May 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Lovely sea views and short walk through the bush nearby.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2021
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
22 Apr 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
I found this to be an excellent unit, fabulous ocean view from the Living room, very clean and everything you need.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2021
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Alan
5 Mar 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Lovely, relaxing place to stay on our trip through the Catlins
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2021
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
RON
17 Feb 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Perfect Getaway.
My wife and I had a wonderful 2 nights and have recommended this property to some of our friends already.
My daughter and husband are hoping to get down sometime in March.
If we were to go back to the Catlins, we would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Deanne
13 Jan 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This motel is very cute. It is in a stunning location with an uninterupted view of the sea. Parking just outside the door. It has a full kitchen and bathroom with two bedrooms. The interior design features are modern and it is spotlessly clean. Will definitely come back and stay much longer. Would thoroughly recommend it to everyone.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2021
Verified review
8/10 Good
Stewart
7 Dec 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Great stay
A very large and comfortable unit with a great view and quiet neighborhood
Excellent accommodation. Spacious living room, well equipped kitchen, comfy bed/bedroom, superb bathroom with walk in shower. Accommodation and surroundings beg a longer stay. Sublime view
Lovely stop over, host was awesome and very helpful with things to do in the area. Unit clean, spacious and well equipped.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020
Verified review
6/10 Okay
Glenn
6 Feb 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The room was satisfactory plus and in a good location, unfortunately they had a hiccup with their water heating system and we had no hot water in the morning. (I understand it was corrected later in the day.) The jalousey window in the bathroom needs repair. Overall, 5-6 out of 10.
Great waterfront location, spacious and comfortable. Located down a no exit road which is an attraction for walkers and those visiting the lake front also. Park for children and big kids just at the end of the road too.
We stayed for only one night on our flash tour of NZ. The property managers are so very friendly! The view is magnificent! It is quiet and peaceful! I wish we could have just hung out for and entire day and evening! It was just beautiful! The accommodations are clean and simple just how I like them!!
The views were stunning. The unit was tidy and amply roomy and well lit. We would have liked easy access to laundry facilities and there were insufficient accessible power points inh the bedrooms. The owners were friendly and approachable but initial contact arrangements were vague.
This was an amazing beautiful room with an amazing view, more than we expected.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019
Verified review
8/10 Good
KimK
19 Nov 2018
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
This property overlooks the river and beach.
It is older looking from the outside but the rooms are quality and comfortable on the inside. We arrived early and the friendly staff worked hard to accommodate us.
Large space with adequate cooking and living arrangements. It has HVAC.