We went to this place by a suggestion from an innkeeper in Tokanui who couldn't find a room for us. So he helped us pointing out from a tourist map that there are so many places to stay in Curio Bay. But he picked this one, the salthouse, and made a phone call to confirm the vacancy. Thanks to Justin... More

I drove to Curio Bay and arrived rather late, just before sunset. I didn't pre-book and I was a bit worried to see only 2 properties showing vacancies. Salthouse was one of the them, the other being a back packer's lodging without en-suite facilities. My modestly priced, ground floor room was very modern and very clean but my jaw dropped... More

The Catlins was the best part of our trip. Curio Bay Salthouse is a very clean and pretty place. We had a lovely view of the beach where we watched the sunrise right at the comfort of our room. We visited the petrified forest which is a hop and skip away from our accommodation to see the penguins return home... More

We stayed at Curio Bay for two nights earlier this month, our only regret was that we could not stay longer. The view from our studio room was outstanding. I keep telling people to add Curio Bay to their bucket list - a must place to visit. The accommodation was of a high standard and spotlessly clean. We could not... More

My husband and I recently visited Curio Bay on a 2 day visit to the Catlins. It was a fantastic experience. Our hosts were very friendly, the unit was spacious and comfortable. The beach was only 10 steps from the door. I could have stayed for days just watching the Hector dolphins in the surf only a few metres offshore.... More

Curio Bay was the highlight of our recent NZ holiday, nature at is most wonderful. This accommodation was also wonderful, amazing waterfront location with views that take your breath away. Do yourself a huge favour and stay here sometime.

The Salthouse has a wonderful location on Curio Bay - from your room you can see dolphins swimming in the ocean, and it's just down the street from the petrified forest and the yellow-eyed penguins. While there aren't any additional frills, it's a great value! The room was clean, had a full kitchen to use, and an incredible view (which... More

Superb fresh, clean, tasteful accommodation, friendly and accommodating owners. FANTASTIC position - beach/dolphin views from your bed, step out onto the beach. Can't fault it. The rooms were very modern - so I'm not sure why someone said they were old fashioned - maybe they stayed in a different part..? We were in the beachfront unit (1 bedroom plus 1... More

What a perfect location: from your terrace you see the beach and from the garden you walk on to the sand. With some luck you'll see dolphins and penguins . friendly welcome, spacious rooms offer everything you need to make your stay enjoyable. Decor of the rooms is a bit old fashioned Better stay here, then drive on to Kaka... More