Thomas's Catlins Lodge and Camp Ground

Communal lounge/ TV room, Living room, Area and facilities

Bed, Photo of the whole room, Bedroom, towels

3.5

Average(189 Reviews)

Nature lodge in Otago

Reasons to book

Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind

Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones

Includes essentialsGarden, Pets allowed, Kitchen or Kitchenette and more

About this nature lodge rental

Located within a 105 year old converted hospital building, the unique Thomas's Catlins Lodge and Camp Ground is located in Owaka. Guests can relax next to the fireplace in the shared lounge, or read a book from the library. Free WiFi is provided.

Amenities

Pets allowed

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Parking

Laundry

Balcony or Patio

Wheelchair accessible

Garden

Family friendly

Map of Otago

Nearby attractions

Otago Museum

91.9 mi

Toitu Otago Settlers Museum

Available Rooms

1 Double • 96 ft²

Sleeps 2

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

2 Single • 96 ft²

Sleeps 3

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

1 Double • 172 ft²

Sleeps 2

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

1 Double • 193 ft²

Sleeps 4

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

2 Single • 172 ft²

Sleeps 3

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

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Thomas's Catlins Lodge and Camp Ground

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3.5

Average(189 Reviews)

Nature lodge in Otago

Reasons to book

Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind

Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones

Includes essentialsGarden, Pets allowed, Kitchen or Kitchenette and more

About this nature lodge rental

Amenities

Pets allowed

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Parking

Laundry

Balcony or Patio

Wheelchair accessible

Garden

Family friendly

Map of Otago

Nearby attractions

Otago Museum

91.9 mi

Toitu Otago Settlers Museum

Available Rooms

1 Double • 96 ft²

Sleeps 2

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

2 Single • 96 ft²

Sleeps 3

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

1 Double • 172 ft²

Sleeps 2

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

1 Double • 193 ft²

Sleeps 4

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

2 Single • 172 ft²

Sleeps 3

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

Reviews

3.5

Average(189 Reviews)

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3.5

Apr 2024

Bon pour une nuit

Une autre dame était présente en soirée (différente de celle que j'ai eue au téléphone). Elle a été agréable; - Il y a une chouette salle commune avec un billard; - Le chat présent est adorable. Attention, il aime se faufiler dans les chambres donc soyez vigilants ! Les poules sur le parking donnent un côté chaleureux à l'endroit; - Parking aisé.

Très mauvais accueil : arrivée à 14h pour le check-in, il n'y avait absolument personne dans l'établissement. C'était glauque. J'ai dû téléphoner à une dame qui a été fortement désagréable et ne s'est même pas déplacée pour m'accueillir. La clef était sur la porte du dortoir et j'ai dû me débrouiller. - Glacial dans tout l'établissement, surtout le dortoir et la salle des douches pour femmes. J'ai demandé un chauffage d'appoint qui n'a rien chauffé au vu de la hauteur des plafonds et du froid déjà présent. - Il s'agit d'un ancien hôpital et je n'ai pas aimé l'ambiance. Deux des lits de mon dortoir ressemblaient fortement à des lits d'hôpital.

3.5

Feb 2024

Repos et décrochage du quotidien!!

Le confort, la propreté!! Un excellent rapport qualité/prix

Tout était parfait sauf que nous aurions aimé avoir un café d’inclus au petit déjeuner

3.5

Jan 2024

was nice for the night and they allowed my dog to stay

did not interact much with the hosts but the place was friendly

a bit more info on the facilities in the room would have been nice - ie wifi password and purchased breakfast

3.5

Apr 2023

A true gem in Catlins!

This lodge has its own beautiful character! Super value for money and the location is the best! It is near to everything in Catlins! We loved the super fresh and clean bed linens and free coffee! The owner is friendly too!

Nothing. Previous comments show they’ve got seasonal workers staying but they’re friendly!

3.5

Feb 2023

Passable

It should have been advertised as a place with seasonal workers staying. Also other people who live there who played music till the early morning. No staff present at all.

3.5

Jan 2023

Tired but interesting

Reasonably spacious family room. Quaint former hospital was interesting.

Basic motel style kitchen facilities. Able to utilise shared kitchen but not ideal for family use. Tired decor. More suitable for backpacker style traveller.

3.5

Oct 2022

Needs some TLC to make for a quality cheap and affordable stay

sheets and towels we’re clean, beds were comfortable great location to explore the Catlins

there was a strong smell of urine in the kitchen cupboard where all the crockery was kept, the hot water unfortunately is run by coal fire so not realistic for morning showers and should be advertised General lack of maintainable, windows didn’t shut as didn’t have latches. place needs a deep clean Heating would not get you through a cold night.

3.5

Sep 2022

Great place but needs an airing and a spring clean.

The story of the hospital

The musty smell in the end corridor and the unclean state of the fume hoods in the kitchen

3.5

Aug 2022

Good

Jen was nice and helpful. I was able to get my own room. the lounge area was nice and quiet

cold restrooms

3.5

Aug 2022

Unique and historical accommodation.

The staff was very flexible for early check in and store our baggage after checked out. The shared kitchen facility was bonus for us.

It would be good it they provide a wire wool to help cleaning the pots in the kitchen. One of the stove in the kitchen playing up(The elements are not controllable). It would be better to repair it before busy season.

3.5

Mar 2022

Just what our whanau needed to explore this new paradise..

Amazing location. Exceeded expectations. So much to See and do. Two nights just wasn’t enough. So good for the soul 💗

3.5

Mar 2022

Exceptional

Jan was very helpful and friendly. It was great being allowed my dog there too.

3.5

Mar 2022

Bad

Handy location.

I ended up not staying because the unit lacked several items listed in the Booking.com site. It was presented as though they were in the unit, whereas they were only in the facilty overall. The advertising is poorly worded since it does not make clear what exactly is in the unit and which items are not. The When I arrived someone was smoking pot.The facility is dilapidated and run down. When I raised this the manager was unapologetic and ill-disposed.

3.5

Mar 2022

Superb

Interesting building but a lovely clean and friendly place to call home for 4 nights. Would highly recommend. Thanks Jan and staff

3.5

Jan 2022

Good

Cute wee caravan for my daughter and I to stay in. Nice location and good communication with owner(s). Great that we could bring our small breed dog.

3.5

Jan 2022

Enjoyable

Our room was very private being upstairs with own kitchenette.

Room was a bit cramped for four and all our gear.

3.5

Jan 2022

our host was helpful, the room was fine. It suited us as an overnight stay at a peak holiday time.

We had a family room with two single beds and a double with an attached bathroom. There was also a TV and a jug to make a cup of tea. It was clean and comforatble.

We were'nt stoked about the communal kitchen area. it felt a bit grubby. We went out for fish n chips

3.5

Jan 2022

Bed was very comfortable. Odour very off putting

I emailed to request gluten free breakfast as my husband is coeliac I didn’t hear back so we prepared our own breakfast

There was a very, very musty odour in all the rooms that I found quite challenging

3.5

Jan 2022

Pleasant

The facility manager was so kind and helpful. The facility was huge with a mix of both short and long term guests.

The facility was old and given its history that was not unexpected.

3.5

Aug 2021

Good

The staff friendly and helpdfull information of the area good location and dog friendly nice to have the dog on the premises the

3.5

Aug 2021

Thoughtful owner put me upstairs for more privacy

That I had the upstairs to myself

Could have done with a bit more attention to cleaning, musty smell and there were a few flies dangling from cobwebs around the bedroom ceiling and dead flies and live spiders in the folds of thecurtains. Painting being done so smelt strongly of that.

3.5

Jul 2021

Exceptional

We loved the history that it was the old hospital. Staff were so good with my 4 year old.. showing him around that explaining what time the chickens go to bed.. super sweet

I loved everything

FAQs

How much does this nature lodge cost compared to others in Otago?

The average price for a rental in Otago is R 3,731 per night. This rental is R 2,617 less expensive than the average.

Is parking included with this nature lodge?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Thomas's Catlins Lodge and Camp Ground. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this nature lodge?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this nature lodge. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Thomas's Catlins Lodge and Camp Ground pet friendly?

Yes! This nature lodge is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.

What amenities are available at Thomas's Catlins Lodge and Camp Ground?

We found 10 amenities for this rental. This includes pets allowed, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, parking, and laundry.

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Thomas's Catlins Lodge and Camp Ground

Nature lodge in Otago

Reasons to book

About this nature lodge rental

Amenities

Map of Otago

Nearby attractions

Available Rooms

Thomas's Catlins Lodge and Camp Ground

Nature lodge in Otago

Reasons to book

About this nature lodge rental

Amenities

Map of Otago

Nearby attractions

Available Rooms

Reviews

FAQs

How much does this nature lodge cost compared to others in Otago?

Is parking included with this nature lodge?

Is there a pool at this nature lodge?

Is Thomas's Catlins Lodge and Camp Ground pet friendly?

What amenities are available at Thomas's Catlins Lodge and Camp Ground?

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