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7.9 / 10 Guest Rating

Thomas's Catlins Lodge and Camp Ground

8 Clark Street, Owaka, nz

Thomas's Catlins Lodge and Camp Ground - main view

About the Property

Historic Charm and Modern Comforts

Unique Accommodation Experience: Stay in a converted hospital building turned lodge and campsite. Enjoy the cozy fireplace, library, and free WiFi in the shared lounge.

Convenient On-Site Amenities: Dine in the dining room, cook in the shared kitchen, or have fun in the games room with billiards and darts. Additional facilities include bathrooms, guest laundry, and more.

Outdoor Enjoyment: Explore nearby attractions like Cannibal Bay and Purakaunui Falls. Take advantage of beach and bush walks. Relax in heated guest rooms with various views, and enjoy BBQ facilities, fish pond, and free parking.

Book now for a memorable stay at Thomas's Catlins Lodge and Camp Ground!

Facilities & Amenities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Heating
Family rooms
Garden
Pets allowed
Hiking

Important Information

Check-in & Out

Check-in
Check-out10:30 AM

Property Notes

Please note that there is only 1 local supermarket, which is open from 07:30 until 19:00 each day. Guests are advised to visit the supermarket before arrival. Please note that for breakfast included rates, breakfast is continental.Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation. A deposit may be required at the property.

Check Room Availability

1 night · 2 adults

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Guest Reviews

7.9
Very Good292 verified reviews
AI Summary

Guests highly rate the friendly staff and frequently praise the good amenities.

Categories

Cleanliness7.0
Service8.5
Location8.1
Room Quality7.5
Amenities8.0
Value for Money8.0
Food and Beverage8.5
Overall Experience7.5

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K
KatienzNZ
Verified booking
extended_group
Standard Room
Stayed in Jan 8, 2026

"Great bones of a place that could do with a spruce up. Perfectly fine though for the night and price we paid."

7.0

Good location , clean and comfortable room. Lovely check in and friendly staff.

The kitchen and bathrooms were tidy enough and ok but in need of a good deep clean.

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AndynzNZ
Verified booking
family_with_children
Standard Room
Stayed in Jan 7, 2026

"Character and charm that reflects what’s great about Omaka"

8.0

The setting is great, the lodge has a youth hostel feel and the building has a fascinating history. The rooms were spacious and comfortable, and the host couldn’t have been more welcoming. As a base for exploring the Catlins at a reasonable cost, I really recommend it.

It’s a well worn building, plenty of character and charm but if you are expecting perfection and luxury this isn’t the place. The matrons suite was a great size but the kitchen was a little musty. Hard to find things I didn’t like to be honest.

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JennifernzNZ
Verified booking
solo_traveller
Standard Room
Stayed in Jan 6, 2026

"Great value for money"

8.0

Spacious, clean rooms

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LatanzNZ
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couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Jan 4, 2026

"Good"

2.0
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SubramaniamnzNZ
Verified booking
family_with_children
Standard Room
Stayed in Jan 3, 2026

"A pathetic and sad experience in this old non customer friendly property"

1.0

Nothing except the view

This place was disgusting honestly. - The property was very old and badly maintained . We were 4 adults and 2 children. The wooden floor was broken at a place and one of the kids cut his foot and started bleeding . Talking about safety and health hazards! - The door knobs were coming into your arms when trying to open them giving a scare to children about being locked inside. - The furniture including beds were very old and uncomfortable. - The windows were not being able to be shut properly to avoid air escaping inside. - There was only one woman in charge of the whole property and she was extremely busy and sounded cross while responding to queries. - No replenishment of items like soap, Toilet paper etc and we had to walk downstairs to request for them. - In short we had booked 3 months ago through Booking. Com and we were treated like campers rather than full paying guests. This was shockingly apathetic experience during a New Year break. Wonder how Booking.com manages to advertise such properties in their website. I am an old member of your group and now seriously considering quitting . Wonder if you have anything to say about compensating for our pathetic experience. Kindly revert.

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Kam oonsgSG
Verified booking
extended_group
Standard Room
Stayed in Jan 3, 2026

"Exceptional"

9.0

Clean bathroom and toilet

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CarolynnzNZ
Verified booking
family_with_children
Standard Room
Stayed in Jan 3, 2026

"Very Good"

7.0

Good heating in room. Friendly staff. Several lounges and pool table, games and darts. High-quality carpet and mattress.

Shower temperature hard to control. Kitchen well equipped but one of the frypans was buckled. Not enough car parks for busy times.

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LynleenzNZ
Verified booking
family_with_children
Standard Room
Stayed in Jan 2, 2026

"Exceptional"

9.0

Finally, somewhere that gives you enough milk for a coffee.

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JulianecaCA
Verified booking
family_with_children
Standard Room
Stayed in Jan 1, 2026

"Excellent"

8.0

Big shared kitchen, a cute cat and very friendly staff

It's an old building, in all aspects.

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CaranzNZ
Verified booking
family_with_children
Standard Room
Stayed in Dec 31, 2025

"Very Good"

7.0

Interesting place, with an interesting histpry. very clean, really good well equipped communal kitchen and the games room comfy beds

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