Surat Bay Lodge by the Sea/Backpackers Hostel
19 Surat Bay Road, 9585 Owaka, New Zealand – Excellent location – show map
Located in the North Catlins, Surat Bay Lodge offers friendly private and dormitory rooms with free WiFi. Guests enjoy 2 fully equipped communal kitchens, 2 lounge/dining areas, a conservatory lounge and a garden overlooking the beach. You can visit the nearby native New Zealand Sea Lions at Surat Bay and Cannibal Bay, while seals, penguins and abundant bird-life, also call this area home. Attractions in the area include Jack's Blowhole, Nugget Point, Kaka Point, Curio Bay, Cathedral Caves, Porpoise Bay, Waterfalls and Waipapa Point. All are within a 30 minute-1 hour drive. The property is 3.1 mi from Owaka township and 19 mi from Balclutha.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.
Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
- Free parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Beachfront
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
Property practices
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See what guests loved the most:
- JonathanUnited States of America“We had a 270 degree view of the bay from our corner room! Very friendly helpful owner. Very well equipped shared kitchen. Only a few rooms in the hotel so it was very quaint. Nice sitting area with a sun room. Clean bathrooms.”
- ZhuChina“The staffs are very warm. The lodge location is so beautiful.”
- 昊昊琛China“The staff are friendly. They gave me the exact advice to get to the hotel and where to play on the next day.”
Area info
Amenities of Surat Bay Lodge by the Sea/Backpackers HostelGreat facilities! Review score, 8.1
- Free parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Beachfront
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Towels/Sheets (extra fee)
- Toilet
- Shower
- Linens
- Sea view
- View
- Picnic area
- Outdoor furniture
- Beachfront
- BBQ facilities
- Balcony
- Garden
- Shared kitchen
- Socket near the bed
- Beach
- Horseback ridingAdditional chargeOff-site
- Cycling
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Golf course (within 2 miles)Additional charge
- Coffee house on site
- Accessible parking
- Daily housekeeping
- Shared lounge/TV area
- Baggage storage
- Fax/Photocopying
- Express check-in/out
- Invoice provided
- Board games/Puzzles
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV outside property
- Smoke alarms
- Key access
- Electric blankets
- Designated smoking area
- Smoke-free property
- Hypoallergenic room available
- Heating
- Carpeted
- Soundproof rooms
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Entire unit wheelchair accessible
- Entire unit located on ground floor
- Beach chairs/Loungers
- English
- Filipino
Cancellation/
prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.
Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of NZD 100 is required on arrival. That's about USD 60. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full, in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.
Children & Beds
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 16 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.
No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cash Surat Bay Lodge by the Sea/Backpackers Hostel accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.
The fine printMust-know information for guests at this property
Payment is via cash or credit card.
Please note that there is a 3% charge when you pay with a credit card.
Please note that the office closes at 18:00.
If you expect to arrive after 18:00, please contact the property using the contact details found on the booking confirmation.
Please note that there is little mobile phone coverage in the area.
Please inform Surat Bay Lodge by the Sea/Backpackers Hostel 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 damage deposit of NZD 100 is required on arrival. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full, in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.
FAQs about Surat Bay Lodge by the Sea/Backpackers Hostel
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Check-in at Surat Bay Lodge by the Sea/Backpackers Hostel is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.
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The nearest beach is 350 feet from Surat Bay Lodge by the Sea/Backpackers Hostel. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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The prices at Surat Bay Lodge by the Sea/Backpackers Hostel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.
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Surat Bay Lodge by the Sea/Backpackers Hostel offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):
- Cycling
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Golf course (within 2 miles)
- Beachfront
- Horseback riding
- Beach
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Surat Bay Lodge by the Sea/Backpackers Hostel is 3.1 miles from the center of Owaka. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.