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Surat Bay Lodge & Backpackers Hostel

3.0 star property
Beachfront hostel for sun and fun

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On the beach
Front of property
Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets
Interior detail
Self Contain Apartment | Bathroom
Reviews
8.4

Very good

Popular amenities

  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi

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Map
19 Surat Bay Road, New Haven, South Otago, 9585
  • Popular LocationJack's Blowhole25 min drive
  • Popular LocationCannibal Bay Beach27 min drive
  • Popular LocationNugget Point Lighthouse39 min drive
  • AirportDunedin (DUD-Dunedin Intl.)89 min drive

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 Single Bunk 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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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 Single Beds

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Property grounds
The Kaka Point Motels
Parking included
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Housekeeping
4.5 out of 5, Wonderful, (216)
The price is AU$150
for 1 night
includes taxes & fees
25 May - 26 May
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About the area

New Haven

This beach hostel offers free WiFi in public areas, a garden and barbecues. Added amenities include a microwave in a common area and a fridge in a common area. There's also the convenience of free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Catlins Lake - 13 min drive
  • Kaka Point Beach - 21 min drive
  • Jack's Blowhole - 25 min drive
  • Cannibal Bay Beach - 27 min drive
  • Nugget Point Lighthouse - 39 min drive

Restaurants

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

About this property

Surat Bay Lodge & Backpackers Hostel

Beachfront hostel for sun and fun
As a guest of Surat Bay Lodge & Backpackers Hostel, you'll find barbecue grills, a garden, and a picnic area. Public spaces have free WiFi. The eco-certified Surat Bay Lodge & Backpackers Hostel also features a television in a common area, a microwave in a common area, and a refrigerator in a common area. Free self parking is available.

This 3-star New Haven hostel is smoke free.

  • Storage area for luggage
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Fridge in a common area
  • Locker space
Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Awards and affiliations

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

Languages

English, Filipino

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets on request
  • Change of towels on request
  • Daily housekeeping

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • On the beach
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Hob
  • Oven
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Toaster

More

  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival
For more details, 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.

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

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.

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 5 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
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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards and cash.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Children 2 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is 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

What is the cancellation policy at Surat Bay Lodge & Backpackers Hostel?

Surat Bay Lodge & Backpackers Hostel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Surat Bay Lodge & Backpackers Hostel?

As of 11 May 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Surat Bay Lodge & Backpackers Hostel on 17 May 2024 start from AU$115.55, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Surat Bay Lodge & Backpackers Hostel?

Yep, Surat Bay Lodge & Backpackers Hostel has a free self car park.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Surat Bay Lodge & Backpackers Hostel?

No, Surat Bay Lodge & Backpackers Hostel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Are pets allowed at Surat Bay Lodge & Backpackers Hostel?

No, pets are not allowed.

Surat Bay Lodge & Backpackers Hostel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 43 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 43 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 43 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 43 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 43 reviews" "

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Paul

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marieka

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely lovely hosts, clean and right on the beach. Loved it !
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

meir

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Xiangrong

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

ross

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice comfortable bed,room had amazing view of beach .lodge was very clean & tidy . Host very friendly .
View from room
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Russell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place to stay
Great site and lovely charming people, a great place to stay.
Inside our room
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Pedro

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Zara

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021