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Surat Bay Lodge & Backpackers Hostel

3.0 star property
New Haven hostel on beach

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Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
Nestled in the mountains, Surat Bay Lodge & Backpackers Hostel offers a serene escape. Relax amidst nature in the garden, unwind with free WiFi, and enjoy barbecue grills on site. Guests have praised this eco-certified hostel for its outdoor furniture and luggage storage.

Popular amenities

  • Non-smoking
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (10)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • On the beach
  • Garden
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Picnic area
  • Barbecue grills
  • Luggage storage
  • TV in a common area
  • Lockers available

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Stovetop
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Barbecue grill(s)
  • Free self parking
The current price is CA $95
CA $109 total
includes taxes & fees
May 2 - May 3

Room options

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Family Room, Sea View | Beach/ocean view

Family Room, Sea View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
2 bathrooms
Toaster
Stovetop
Shared/communal kitchen
Oven
Daily housekeeping
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Standard Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Sea View

Standard Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Sea View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Stovetop
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Shared/communal kitchen
Oven
Toaster
Daily housekeeping
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Double Room, Sea View

Standard Double Room, Sea View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Toaster
Stovetop
Shared/communal kitchen
Oven
Daily housekeeping
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Toaster
Stovetop
Shared/communal kitchen
Oven
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Self Contain Apartment

Self Contain Apartment

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
2 bedrooms
Toaster
Stovetop
Shared/communal kitchen
Oven
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 3 Twin Beds
Sports facility

Catlins Newhaven Holiday Park

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry facilities
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, 111 reviews
The price is CA $86
CA $99 total
includes taxes & fees
May 2 - May 3
Catlins Newhaven Holiday Park
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About the area

Map
19 Surat Bay Road, New Haven, South Otago, 9585

What's nearby

  • Teapot World - 10 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Catlins Lake - 13 min drive - 7.2 km
  • Jack's Blowhole - 25 min drive - 13.2 km
  • Cannibal Bay Beach - 27 min drive - 16.5 km
  • Nugget Point Lighthouse - 39 min drive - 26.8 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Catlins Cafe - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Lumber Jack Cafe & Restaurant - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Tahatika Coffee Traders - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Earthlore - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Bakehouse Takeaways - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Surat Bay Lodge & Backpackers Hostel

Enjoy your visit to New Haven with a stay at Surat Bay Lodge & Backpackers Hostel. Freebies like WiFi and self parking are added perks, and guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails.

Languages

English, Filipino

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 7 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • The property charges 5 percent for credit card payments
    • There is no front desk at this property
    • The host will greet guests on arrival
    • If you are planning to arrive after 6 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
    • Reception hours are 9:30 AM - 6 PM in winter, 9:30 AM to 7 PM in summer.
    • Towels for the Shared Dormitory are available for a surcharge.
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • Children (2 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices))
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Barbecue grills
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

What to do

  • On the beach
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horse riding nearby

Services

  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Television in common areas
  • Lockers available
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Walkway to water

Accessibility

  • No elevator (single level property)
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Stair-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Heating

Sleep well

  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi (speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices))
  • Free local calls

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Toaster

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Special features

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 5 percent

Policies

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit on site.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Cashless transactions are available.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Also known as

Surat Bay Lodge Backpackers Hostel New Haven
Surat Bay Backpackers New Haven
Surat Backpackers New Haven
Surat Bay Lodge & Backpackers Hostel New Haven

Frequently asked questions

Does Surat Bay Lodge & Backpackers Hostel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Surat Bay Lodge & Backpackers Hostel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Surat Bay Lodge & Backpackers Hostel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Surat Bay Lodge & Backpackers Hostel?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Surat Bay Lodge & Backpackers Hostel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

What is there to do at Surat Bay Lodge & Backpackers Hostel and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities like hiking and horseback riding. Enjoy amenities like a picnic area and a garden.

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Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

Beach
Location
Room

What guests liked

  • The property offers a great location right on the beach with many activities nearby. (3 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Second time stay.

I had the pleasure to visit the Catlins again this year so took the opportunity to stay agsin in Surat as well this accommodation. The owner very friendly & helpful. It’s a great wee spot & property has awesome views of the sea & bay area. Large grounds as well with outdoor seating. Definitely will stay another time.
1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful river view with peace
Jnaneshwar, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Amazing view, the best housekeeping, small but comfortable place
arnon, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

C B, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Grant, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Loved it

Great location! Right on the beach and many activities to do that were very close! Place itself was very nice with kitchen and sitting areas!
Danny, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

siew, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Paul, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Absolutely lovely hosts, clean and right on the beach. Loved it !
Marieka, 2-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review

10/10 Exceptional

meir, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Xiangrong, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Maria, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Elizabeth, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Nice comfortable bed,room had amazing view of beach .lodge was very clean & tidy . Host very friendly .
View from room
ross, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay

Great site and lovely charming people, a great place to stay.
Inside our room
Russell, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Nice low-key beachfront place, good value

We had a pleasant three-day stay in November, with only about half the rooms occupied. The place is right on the water, with some wonderful outdoor seating to watch the tide come in and out. Day one a juvenile sea lion snoozed 30 meters from the picnic table! The place is a little worn, but comfortable and completely fair for the price. Water pressure good, wifi fine, communal kitchen has most things but a little small if the place is busy. (there are two stoves and two sinks though) Owners were wonderful, and very friendly and knowledgeable about the area. We saw a yellow eyed penguin thanks to their tip! There is a nice beach walk right off the property. We saw several sea lions every time we walked to the next cliff, about 40 minutes away. (Just past the Triplets) Town is a short drive, and has a great Four Square.
Pedro, 3-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Friendly and homely hospitality right on the beach

We enjoyed another lovely stay at Surat Bay Lodge with Esther & Jack, who warmly welcomed us and our children back. Our boys loved helping to feed the chickens again, trying their hands at fishing and eating some of what Dad had caught fresh off the on-site BBQ. And I got to see a big sea lion bull waddle all the way up the beach on one of my walks. Feels like a return to our own beach bach.
Zara, 3-night family trip
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6/10 Good

Nice location on beach front and really friendly host. The property is an older building and shared facilities were OK.
1-night romance trip
Verified Wotif guest review

8/10 Very good

Beach-side hospitality

We had a lovely stay at Surat Lodge with our boys. The owners, Esther & Jack, were very welcoming and we loved sampling the delicious eggs from their very happy on-site chooks! The location literally could not have been closer to the beach and the view from our room was great. You could actually see sea lions from the window at times! The kitchen was well resourced and clean with a big dining table to eat at and there were free hot drinks, plus a caravan on-site for real coffee. The boys enjoyed being able to chill out at the end of the day and watch DVDs from reception in the comfortable shared lounge. We had mixed weather during our stay, but found plenty to keep us occupied and loved seeing the changing light and tides from the Lodge.
Zara, 3-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Friendly, clean, stunning location. Amazing value for money
Antemo, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Great location, meh accommodation

The location is absolutely gorgeous with sea lions almost literally in your backyard. However, the walls were super thin with being RIGHT outside the kitchen and having neighbors who weren’t exactly sleeping. Pricey For what it was but they were out of dorm beds in the entire catlins for the night I booked
1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great stay, sealions closeby

Nice place and very nice location. The french girl at the reception was so helpful. <3
1-night trip
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4/10 Fair

1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

1-night trip
Verified Orbitz guest review

8/10 Very good

1-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review