Title: Visit Curio Bay: Best of Curio Bay Tourism | Expedia Travel Guide - Expedia.ca [Hotels in Curio Bay](https://expedia.ca/Curio-Bay-Hotels.d6353228.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Vacation Rentals in Curio Bay](https://expedia.ca/Curio-Bay-Vacation-Rentals.d6353228.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals)[Things to do in Curio Bay](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Curio-Bay.d6353228.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Curio Bay Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Curio-Bay.d6353228.Car-Rental-Guide)[Curio Bay Vacation Packages](https://expedia.ca/Curio-Bay.d6353228.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Curio Bay ## Travel Guide ![The petrified forest at Curio Bay. It's just a small town with one attraction. Here you can see the forest at low tide. In the evening you can spot some yellow eyed penguins. There is also a very nice beach. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6353228/ee0460e2-e6cc-4046-b0ab-ffcbefcd0fd0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![The petrified forest at Curio Bay. It's just a small town with one attraction. Here you can see the forest at low tide. In the evening you can spot some yellow eyed penguins. There is also a very nice beach. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6353228/ee0460e2-e6cc-4046-b0ab-ffcbefcd0fd0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Curio Bay, The Catlins ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6353228/54c875c4-06c4-428c-92f5-ac6663f43ce2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Curio Bay is on the other side of Porpoise Bay in the Catlins. It's home to seals and yellow eyed penguins and one of the oldest petrified forests in the world. it is just incredible. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6353228/057f9ab8-13dc-479e-bd86-8a3e6150e5a2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Curio Bay Things to do - Curio Bay Hotel Deals - Vacation Rentals in Curio Bay ![Curio Bay Salt House Motel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19550000/19549500/19549489/bf518c87_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Curio Bay Salt House Motel 517 Waikawa-Curio Bay Rd Curio Bay Book a stay at this beach guesthouse in Curio Bay. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Popular attractions Curio Bay Beach and Curio Bay Petrified ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (353 reviews) Everything was perfect. It was the wow factor as soon as we walked into the apartment, the view, everything. Reviewed on Jan 14, 2026 [Get rates](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=05%2F02%2F2026&endDate=06%2F02%2F2026&selected=19549489&PinnedHotelID=19549489&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6353228) [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=05%2F02%2F2026&endDate=06%2F02%2F2026&selected=19549489&PinnedHotelID=19549489&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6353228) ![Waikawa House](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/47000000/46970000/46965700/46965625/5f063b6b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Waikawa House 14 Lisburn street Waikawa southland Stay at this guesthouse in Waikawa. Enjoy free parking, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Porpoise Bay Beach and Curio Bay Beach are located ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (35 reviews) This property was much more than we expected. So lovely to have this much space. Reviewed on Dec 16, 2025 [Get rates](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=05%2F02%2F2026&endDate=06%2F02%2F2026&selected=46965625&PinnedHotelID=46965625&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6353228) [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=05%2F02%2F2026&endDate=06%2F02%2F2026&selected=46965625&PinnedHotelID=46965625&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6353228) ![Cosy, comfortable cabin in the heart of The Catlins](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90980000/90972900/90972876/39871f3a_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Cosy, comfortable cabin in the heart of The Catlins RD2 Owaka Otago CA $113 CA $156 total Jan 23 - Jan 24 includes taxes & fees Stay at this cabin in Tahakopa. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a garden. Popular attractions McLean Falls and Matai Falls are located nearby. 9/10 Wonderful! (4 reviews) Catlins respite Ray was very friendly and welcoming. The room was comfortable and warm. Didn’t realise it was separate from the bathroom although that was in the description. No sign of a hot tub? Would be better in the summer to enjoy the deck. Reviewed on May 24, 2024 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=23%2F01%2F2026&endDate=24%2F01%2F2026&selected=90972876&PinnedHotelID=90972876&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6353228) [See all 13 properties in Curio Bay](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=23%2F01%2F2026&endDate=24%2F01%2F2026®ionId=6353228) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![Cosy, comfortable cabin in the heart of The Catlins](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90980000/90972900/90972876/39871f3a_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Cosy, comfortable cabin in the heart of The Catlins RD2 Owaka Otago Stay at this cabin in Tahakopa. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a garden. Popular attractions McLean Falls and Matai Falls are located nearby. 9/10 Wonderful! (4 reviews) Catlins respite Ray was very friendly and welcoming. The room was comfortable and warm. Didn’t realise it was separate from the bathroom although that was in the description. No sign of a hot tub? Would be better in the summer to enjoy the deck. Reviewed on May 24, 2024 [](https://expedia.ca/Tahakopa-Hotels-Cosy.h90972876.Hotel-Information) ![Tram Track Retreat accommodation in Papatowai, The Catlins](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110990000/110985000/110985000/7dde5477_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Tram Track Retreat accommodation in Papatowai, The Catlins Papatowai Otago Stay at this cabin in Papatowai. Popular attractions Matai Falls and Purakaunui Falls are located nearby. 10/10 Exceptional! (1 review) An absolutely delightful cabin with relaxing views and great location for exploring the Catlins. We recharged after a busy Xmas and had the lovely quiet New Year at Tram Track Retreat was perfect! Reviewed on Jan 2, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Papatowai-Hotels-Tram-Track-Retreat-Accommodation-In-Papatowai.h110985000.Hotel-Information) ![Cosy, Comfortable, Rustic Cabin In The Absolute Heart Of The Catlins ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102750000/102742600/102742589/82dcfcb5_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Cosy, Comfortable, Rustic Cabin In The Absolute Heart Of The Catlins Tahakopa Otago Stay at this cabin in Tahakopa. Enjoy patios and in-room fireplaces. Popular attractions McLean Falls and Matai Falls are located nearby. 8.6/10 Excellent! (10 reviews) Very friendly host and well maintained property Reviewed on Apr 1, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Tahakopa-Hotels-Cosy-Rustic-Cabin-In-The-Absolute-Heart-Of-The-Catlins.h102742589.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Curio Bay](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=6353228&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. 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Stroll along the beaches or visit the monuments while you're in the area. 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