Welcome to Southern Secret Motel in Papatowai, Catlins, New Zealand
Southern Secret Motel offers affordable units in the heart of the scenic Catlins area, an ideal base for exploring Kaka Point, Nugget Point, Porpoise Bay, the Petrified Forest of Curio Bay and of course in and around Owaka for the many sea lions, seals and famous blowhole.
Southern Secret Motel is surrounded by native bush. Our four units are set in true New Zealand 1960s vintage, featuring polished wooden floors, self-contained bathroom and kitchens and wooden windows.
Our location is ideal as a central base for the wider Catlins area, ranging from the bays of the east to the waterfalls and wildlife of the north and south Catlins. We are located in Papatowai, a picturesque seaside village and only three minutes walk to the beach. Our accommodation offers clean accommodation that is unbelievable value for money.
Contact Us
Your host, Craig Johnston, welcomes you to the Catlins. To request availability or make a booking, you can contact us on +64 3 415 8600 or Email Your Enquiry.
Our Rooms and Rates
Please view our Rooms and Rates to find out more about our units at Southern Secret Motel.
Holiday Home Accommodation
If you are interested in Holiday Home accommodation, we also run Erehwon Holiday Home and Lancewood Cottage which represent some of the best value accommodation in the area. Click here to find out more about our Holiday Homes.
Southern Secret Motel is surrounded by native bush. Our four units are set in true New Zealand 1960s vintage, featuring polished wooden floors, self-contained bathroom and kitchens and wooden windows.
Our location is ideal as a central base for the wider Catlins area, ranging from the bays of the east to the waterfalls and wildlife of the north and south Catlins. We are located in Papatowai, a picturesque seaside village and only three minutes walk to the beach. Our accommodation offers clean accommodation that is unbelievable value for money.
Contact Us
Your host, Craig Johnston, welcomes you to the Catlins. To request availability or make a booking, you can contact us on +64 3 415 8600 or Email Your Enquiry.
Our Rooms and Rates
Please view our Rooms and Rates to find out more about our units at Southern Secret Motel.
Holiday Home Accommodation
If you are interested in Holiday Home accommodation, we also run Erehwon Holiday Home and Lancewood Cottage which represent some of the best value accommodation in the area. Click here to find out more about our Holiday Homes.