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Surfinn Eco Cottage - Papatowai Cottage
Stay at this cottage in Papatowai. Enjoy a garden and air conditioning. Popular attractions Matai Falls and Purakaunui Falls are located nearby.
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Hilltop Accommodation Catlins - Cottage
Stay at this cottage in Papatowai. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and patios. Popular attractions Matai Falls and McLean Falls are located nearby.
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Tram Track Retreat accommodation in Papatowai, The Catlins
The price is CA $110 per night
CA $110
CA $152 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Feb - 20 Feb
Stay at this cabin in Papatowai. Popular attractions Matai Falls and Purakaunui Falls are located nearby.
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Hilltop Accommodation Catlins - Lodge
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Papatowai. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and patios. Popular attractions Matai Falls and McLean Falls are located nearby.
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Curio Bay Salt House Motel
517 Waikawa-Curio Bay Rd, Curio Bay
Stay at this 3-star beach guesthouse in Curio Bay. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Popular attractions Curio Bay Beach and Curio Bay Petrified Forest are located nearby.
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The Kaka Point Motels
24 Rata Street, Kaka Point
The price is CA $116 per night
CA $116
CA $134 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Feb - 13 Feb
Stay at this 4-star motel in Kaka Point. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Tarata St Park and Kaka Point Beach are located nearby.
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Papatowai Vacations
Whether you're organizing a quick break or an extended adventure, it's best to know a few things about Papatowai before setting off.
Situated in Southland, Papatowai is not far from some worthwhile areas like Caberfeidh, which is 4 miles (6 kilometers) away.
With plenty of things to do in this part of Southland, it's easy to understand why 7,000 locals have made it their home.
Hotels in Papatowai
It's going to be difficult to find a place to stay in central Papatowai. But if you're still keen on seeing it, there's no need to fret! The Whistling Frog Cafe & Accommodation is about 6 miles (10 kilometers) away in Tahakopa. It's the only listing within the area, so be sure to make a move now to secure a room.Places to visit in Papatowai
There's something mesmerizing about observing water thundering down the edge of a cliff. Try to stand as close as possible to Purakaunui Falls and feel its cool spray on your skin. Want more ideas? Clamber through the caverns, shafts and tunnels at Cathedral Caves. If you're feeling bold, try turning off your flashlight and spend a couple of seconds in the pitch-black darkness. And that's not all. There's something magical about watching water pouring over the side of a cliff. Try to get as close as you can to McLean Falls and feel its cool spray hit your skin.Where do you fly into for Papatowai?
Say hello to new adventures in Papatowai. Once you've walked out of Invercargill Airport (IVC), the central area will be 55 miles (89 kilometers) away.Frequently asked questions
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