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Pounawea Waterfront Motels

3.5 star property
Riverside apartment in Owaka with free parking

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Pounawea Waterfront Motels provides dry cleaning/laundry services and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Pounawea Waterfront Motels

Riverside apartment in Owaka with free parking
Dry cleaning, a picnic area and free self-parking are available at this smoke-free apartment building. WiFi in public areas is free. The apartment features free WiFi and a kitchen with a fridge, a stovetop and a microwave. A flat-screen TV, a coffee/tea maker and a shower are among the other amenities available to guests. Housekeeping is not available.
This apartment offers 2 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and an iron/ironing board. Accommodation at this 3.5-star apartment has kitchens with fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Family friendly

  • Free cot

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 private bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Outdoor areas

  • Picnic area

Laundry

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service

Climate control

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No lift
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • No housekeeping service

Location highlights

  • On a river

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 2 units

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 5 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 20

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property for check-in information
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 5 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals welcome)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Free cots are available on request at the property

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
WiFi is limited to 250 MB per guestroom, per day. A surcharge applies for additional usage.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including stag and hen parties

National rating

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities and services.

Property is also known as

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About the area

Map
43 Park Lane, Pounawea, Owaka, 9585

What's nearby

  • Teapot World - 5 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Catlins Lake - 7 min drive - 9.4 km
  • Matai Falls - 17 min drive - 28.8 km
  • Kaka Point Beach - 17 min drive - 23.9 km
  • Kaka Point Scenic Reserve - 18 min drive - 24.6 km

Restaurants

  • ‪LumberJack - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Kūkū Coffee - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Catlins Cafe And Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Tahatika Coffee Traders - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Lumber Jack Cafe & Restaurant - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Pounawea Waterfront Motels pet-friendly?

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 9 miles (15 km) of Teapot World, Catlins Lake and Jack's Blowhole. Cannibal Bay Beach and Willsher Bay Domain Reserve are also within 12 miles (20 km).

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Pounawea Waterfront Motels Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 24 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 24 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 24 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 24 reviews

9.6

Cleanliness

9.4

Amenities

8.6

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Daryl

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

10/10 Excellent

Felicity and Tim

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

8/10 Good

Garth

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, communication
Awesome view, great location and well set up motel unit
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Lovely sea views and short walk through the bush nearby.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Lovely, relaxing place to stay on our trip through the Catlins
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

RON

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

10/10 Excellent

Deanne

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

8/10 Good

Stewart

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Great stay

A very large and comfortable unit with a great view and quiet neighborhood
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Christopher J

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect

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
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Charlene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent

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

6/10 Okay

Glenn

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.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

8/10 Good

Andrew, Auckland

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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!!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

8/10 Good

JonathanCarson, Christchurch, NZ

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was an amazing beautiful room with an amazing view, more than we expected.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019

8/10 Good

KimK, Kakanuii

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.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

J N

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Stayed 1 night in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2021