Southland, Family Accommodation

Kaka Retreat is nestled into a bushlike setting only 3-4 minutes walk from the Halfmoon Bay township, ferry & flight terminals, shops, activities and main attractions. Our studio units are recently renovated units with top of the line décor, and modern conveniences, deluxe comfort queen size bed/s, tiled ensuite' bathroom and kitchenette equipped with a whirlpool convection microwave, personal fridge, and tea/coffee making facilities. They also have their own covered veranda area, flat screen TV and our cosy rooms are centrally heated and beds are fitted with electric blankets and wool duvet bedding.

We can provide you with a range of delightful, warm, affordable accommodation in a peaceful setting. Our attitude is to offer our guests a quality service complete with the renowned southern hospitality. Our units are studio, 1 and 2 bedroom, and are set in spacious grounds, complete with swing set. We’re in a quite location but just a a few minutes walk from playground and local amenities. Other on-site facilities include sauna/spa, wireless internet, SKY TV, laundry and bike storage. Cooked or continental breakfast can be provided and we have charge-back arrangement for several local restaurants.

A lovely sheltered lodge and camp ground, situated in Owaka. The small township has a supermarket, local tavern and cafes. We are located 4.5km from Surat Bay, where you can view seals. Pounawea and Jacks Bay are also just a short drive away. Nugget Point and Kaka Point are a 20 minute drive. The lodge is in a large 100 year old converted hospital, and has a large guest kitchen and separate dining room. There is a large games room with free darts, pool and piano. We also have WIFI (small cost) plus two sunrooms and a TV room. We offer free DVD hire. There is lots of outdoor space, BBQ facilities and even a fish pond!

Quiet, spacious motel, located right next door to Queens Park Gardens – home to a range of sporting, cultural and children’s activities. Our roomy apartments include studios, 1 and 2 bedroom units. Family apartments have full kitchens, although we also offer cooked or continental breakfast. Children’s cots and highchair are available and other services include free laundry, internet and SKY TV. Sandpit and children’s playhouse on-site, plus walking distance to gardens and playground.

Ascot Park Hotel offer one bedroom hotel apartments with kitchenette and motel units, both comfortable stays for families. Our facilities include an indoor heated pool, spa, gardens to roam, child-minding service, restaurant on-site.

This centrally located modern, warm, spacious, ground floor 15 unit accommodation complex with 5 Deluxe Units completed in 2011 is the place to stay. The mix of accommodation options which are all serviced daily ensure that we will have a room to suit your requirements. Each is equipped with all the facilities needed to ensure a relaxing stay, including kitchens, microwaves, fridges, electric heating, electric blankets, ensuites with shower, Sky TV and FAST FREE wireless internet.

Waikava Harbour View offers four bedrooms a queen with ensuite, queen with sofa-bed, 2 twin (single-bed) bedrooms, double sofa-bed in lounge. There is also a portable cot available. With panoramic view of the Waikawa Harbour from the kitchen, dining room, lounge and conservatory areas as well as from the large deck outside, this a great getaway for the family.

Heartland Hotel Croydon stands among 13 acres of park-like surrounds on the edge of Gore, Southland's second largest town. Enjoy the serenity of a true Southland escape as you look out upon the green surrounds towards the Hokonui Hills that dominate the skyline. Just two hours' drive from both Dunedin and Queenstown, and under an hour from Invercargill, Gore is in the heart of the south.

The classic 1940's villa has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms and can sleep up to 5 quests. It is surrounded by high hedges, landscaped gardens and wide lawns. The house is a quiet haven for friends or families who seek to enjoy a holiday in New Zealand while staying at modern and very comfortable accommodation. It has been completely renovated to a very high standard and offers old charm with modern facilities. It has a fully equipped granite kitchen, new bathrooms and high quality furniture, beds and fittings. The lounge has a pebble gas fire, heat pump, Sky TV, DVD and complimentary internet.

Positioned in the heart of Invercargill, just a short walk to major attractions, the Kelvin Hotel caters for families with rooms sleeping up to 3 or book adjacent rooms for larger families. Magnificent hotel facilities await all guests from the billiards room to cocktail bar, banquet facilities and exceptional room service.
Kelvin Hotel is a 3 plus star accommodation complex offering guests complete privacy and high quality service. The fresh, light rooms are tastefully decorated in soft comfortable colours with all the desired modern facilities.

We have four clean, cozy, affordable fully equipped self contained cottages located on our 750 acre farm. The cottages sleep 5 - 7 people. We supply the linen. We are located in the centre of The Catlins. Just minutes from many amazing attractions. McLean Falls and The Cathedral Caves are approx 10 minutes and Curio Bay approx 20 minutes. We offer a unique environment. We are surrounded by forest and farmland, experience true peace and quiet.

Locate yourself in the heart of the Catlins Coastal Conservation Park, you will be next to the Cathedral Caves, McLean Falls and Lake Wilkie plus 7 other iconic attractions. We cater to all budgets and tastes, with self-contained chalets, motel ensuites studios, Kiwiana cabins, dorm room, plus tent & RV sites. No need to bring food or cook! Dine in style, at our very own, on-site restaurant, cafe, & bar with the a local twist, featuring craft beer on tap, at the popular "Whistling Frog Cafe & Bar". Well behaved pets are welcome.