Catlins Newhaven Holiday Park

3.0 star property
3-star beachfront holiday park with surfing/body boarding

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Iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, travel crib, free WiFi
Family Tourist Flat | In-room dining
Front of property
Family Tourist Flat | Iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, travel crib, free WiFi
Property grounds

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry

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324 Newhaven Rd, Surat Bay, The Catlins, New Haven, Otago, 9585
  • Place, Teapot World
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Catlins Lake
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Kaka Point Beach
    ‪19 min drive‬

Room options

Family Tourist Flat

  • Sleeps 5
  • Free WiFi

Tourist Flat 2

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

Tourist Flat 3

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

Family Tourist Flat

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Bay view
  • 538 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 3 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Tourist Flat 2

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • Resort view
  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

Tourist Flat 3

  • 280 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

Cabin A

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

Cabin B

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

New Haven

On the beach.You'll be within 6 miles (10 km) of Teapot World and 9 miles (15 km) of Catlins Lake. Jack's Blowhole is within 9 miles (15 km) and Cannibal Bay Beach is within 12 miles (20 km).

What's nearby

  • Teapot World - 8 min drive - 4.7 miles
  • Catlins Lake - 10 min drive - 6.7 miles
  • Willsher Bay Domain Reserve - 18 min drive - 14.8 miles
  • Kaka Point Beach - 19 min drive - 15.7 miles
  • Kaka Point Scenic Reserve - 20 min drive - 16.2 miles

Getting around

  • Dunedin (DUD-Dunedin Intl.) - 90 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Catlins Cafe And Restaurant - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Tahatika Coffee Traders - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪LumberJack - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Kurumi Kitchen - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Kūkū Coffee - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Catlins Newhaven Holiday Park

3-star beachfront holiday park with surfing/body boarding
As a guest of Catlins Newhaven Holiday Park, you'll find a library, a terrace, and barbecue grills. Public spaces have free WiFi. Catlins Newhaven Holiday Park also features a garden, a picnic area, and coffee/tea in a common area. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star New Haven holiday park.

  • 1 floor
  • 5 guestrooms or units
  • 6 buildings
  • Built in 2008
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
Catlins Newhaven Holiday Park offers 5 accommodations with DVD players and irons/ironing boards. Rooms open to balconies. Digital television is provided. This New Haven holiday park provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Refrigerators and coffee/tea makers are provided. Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Cribs/infant beds (surcharge) are also available. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • DVD player
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Travel crib

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Fishing
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Horseback riding/rentals
  • Kayaking
  • Library
  • Playground
  • Rowing/canoeing
  • Surfing/bodyboarding
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 5 accessible parking spaces
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Lever door handles
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Crib (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Shared bathroom
  • Toilet paper

Food and drink

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

More

  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laundry detergent

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 5 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1.8 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 2:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staffed during limited hours
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 7:30 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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for NZD 20.0 per stay.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 20.0 per stay
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.8 percent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is professionally cleaned
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, Union Pay, debit cards, and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. The property is professionally cleaned.

Bed linens for Cabin A and Cabin B are available for a surcharge.

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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Frequently asked questions

How close is Catlins Newhaven Holiday Park to the airport?

Catlins Newhaven Holiday Park is 57.1 mi (90-min drive) away from the Dunedin (DUD-Dunedin Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Catlins Newhaven Holiday Park have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Catlins Newhaven Holiday Park.

How close is Catlins Newhaven Holiday Park to the beach?

This holiday park is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Catlins Newhaven Holiday Park offer free breakfast?

Catlins Newhaven Holiday Park does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Catlins Newhaven Holiday Park?

No, there is no casino at this holiday park.

What time is check-in at Catlins Newhaven Holiday Park?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 5 PM.

Is there free parking at Catlins Newhaven Holiday Park?

This holiday park offers free self parking.

Does Catlins Newhaven Holiday Park have a pool?

Catlins Newhaven Holiday Park does not have a pool.

Does Catlins Newhaven Holiday Park have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this holiday park.

How close is Catlins Newhaven Holiday Park to downtown New Haven?

Catlins Newhaven Holiday Park is 0.2 mi away from New Haven.

Catlins Newhaven Holiday Park Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 82 out of 127 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 40 out of 127 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 127 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 127 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 127 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Excellent place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff and great amenities
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful, clean and spacious quarters with up to date bathroom facilities and lighting. Cordial and welcoming hospitality from the staff. Ocean view from the center area and a short walk to the beach.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Intimate, clean and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robyn

Friendly hosts; clean and warm accommodation; great beds and a lovely location.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mitchell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great little place to spend the night near Owaka.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice location, nice hosts
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location,quiet, accessible for other attractions,friendly and relaxed location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Claire

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, friendly, beautiful location
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Anders

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful surroundings, very friendly host.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ehren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a special place, one of the most beautiful beaches is right behind the property and my cabin was super cozy. Lounge, kitchen, and bathrooms were very neat and comfortable. Absolutely loved it here!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Tidy clean cabin in great location
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Geoff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place and close to the beach and there were places that were great for shopping
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

damon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to base yourself for an adventure in the Catlins!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very helpful, nice and clean, basic kitchen facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Extremely clean. Second time staying here.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael

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

Nice spot for staying near the Catlins...

Owners were terrific, place was fun and comfortable, Shared kitchen was just a little on the small side for the number of folks trying to use it, but we cooperated and managed! Walks on the beach were great, saw sea lions!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Lynette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Really pleased with the cabin and the facilities
Verified

8/10 Good

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
A great spot to spend the weekend with friends
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susanne

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

Location location

A great place to relax by the coast. A comfortable well appointed cabin.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Brent

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

1st time in Newhaven

Wow what a great place, so peaceful
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

angeline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the location. Place was clean and comfortable for our short stay here. Wifi was great. Kids loved playing in the small beach area and the chess set.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Warren

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

Great location and service

Came in late for check in but everything was already prepared and the place was complete with the basic necessities, plus very close to some scenic places.
Verified

8/10 Good

Marcel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful location, shame that we had overcast, rainy days but a fabulous part of NZ
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deanna

Liked: Amenities
Loved the serenity. Proprietors were awesome, too! Lovely people to deal with!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025