The Split Level Backpackers and Accommodation is owned and operated by your hosts Helen and Brian Povey. Centrally located in Owaka the largest town in the rugged coastal area known as The Catlins. The Split Level is the perfect place to base yourself while exploring the natural beauty of The Catlins coast with its many waterfalls, abundance of wildlife, rainforest and beaches!

Our accommodation offers a range of options including double, twin and backpacker rooms. We are only 2 minuets walk from the Lumberjack Bar&Cafe an ideal place to eat out or enjoy a meal at the popular Catlins Cafe. The four square supermarket is just around the corner for all your grocery needs and the Catlins inn is the local pub for a meal and all your alcohol needs.

So book in now and get to The Catlins. Explore the many natural attractions like Nugget Point, Purakaunui Falls and Cathedral Caves. Take a guided tour to view unique wildlife seen nowhere else in the world like Yellow Eyed Penguins and Sea Lions. Go Kayaking through pristine coastal rainforest and experience the tranquility The Catlins is known for. Whatever you plan do do you will have a warm comfortable and affordable place to come back to at the end of the day - The Split Level Backpackers and Accommodation!