52 Lakefront Drive, 9640 Te Anau, New Zealand
#22 of 29 hotels in Te Anau
Guests' ChoiceBased on 480 hotel reviews
7.8Cleanliness
8.4
Comfort
8.5
Location
9.1
Facilities
7.8
Staff
7.7
Value for money
7.5
Free WiFi
7.9
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 1 September 2025
Melissa
New ZealandNothing, was fit for our purpose
Cute little unit. Clean and tidy. Was good for our overnight stop before Milford Sound
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 9 July 2025
Hayley
New ZealandUnfortunately when we arrived the unit had all the windows open and the heatpump hadn't been turned on even though it was 4 degrees outside. We had emailed ahead that we would be arriving late at night and had an infant on our booking. The self check in was all good but it was disappointing to arrive to a freezing cold room. More of a minor thing - In our unit there was 2 single beds in the living room - it would have been nice to have the trundler one packed away seen as it wasnt required for our party and we needed space for a portacot. Had there been staff on site we would have asked but we didnt want to bother someone to come all the way down just for one thing so we just made do with very limited space.
Great little renovated unit. Everything was simple and modern which was nice. Location close to the lakefront and shops. Beds were really comfy. Shower had good pressure. Overall we had a good stay and were happy with the room for the price.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 7 July 2025
Glenda
New ZealandThere was no staff on duty the time we were there. Our envelope was cellotaped to the reception door with our name on it with instructions. Obviously short staffed.
A really nice motel unit wirh new modern kitchen and bathroom. Nice and close to the lake, just across the road.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 1 July 2025
Bronwyn
AustraliaThe room was small for 4 people, but we made it work
Great location walking distance to everything in town. The staff were very friendly and nothing was a problem.
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 25 May 2025
Nepia
New ZealandThere was Nothing we didn't like
The location was good everything was loverly
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 21 May 2025
Pokong
Hong KongOn our arrival, the room provided to us was very disappointing.Luckily there was some problem with the payment and because of this, two of your lady staff come. After negotiating with them, they arranged two other rooms to our satisfaction. In general ok. Thank God!
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: 13 May 2025
Yuen
MalaysiaThe apartment is rather small for the price we paid (closed to NZD300 a night)
Good location, closed to the food area and grocery shopping and tourist information centre.
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 24 April 2025
Sara
AustraliaThe bathroom facilities were a bit old, but everything was working properly.
Very quiet and beautiful location. Staff very friendly.
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 21 April 2025
Amanda
AustraliaGreat location. Clean and tidy with kitchen facilities.
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 6 April 2025
Mark
New Zealand2 night stay and new renovated unit. Very nice, short walk to town, across road from lake
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 1 April 2025
Susan
FranceWould have appreciated an oven - or a microwave with oven function - and a larger selection of pans
Location, comfort, cleanliness
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 31 March 2025
Jim
NetherlandsWe stayed in the "villa" - a two-bedroom house at the back of the motel property that was far too large for a couple, but one of the few remaining accommodations available. The house is a bit dated, but comfortable and very private. Ideal for two couples, or a small family -- there's a sofa bed in the living room so up to six people can easily stay there. The lakefront is just across the street from the front of the motel, and restaurants and shops are about a ten minute walk.
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 31 March 2025
Corinne
AustraliaA very clean and comfortable unit which had everywhere needed directly opposite the lake and within a short walk of the centre of town.
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 14 March 2025
Leonid
New ZealandFriendly staff. Good location. Great place for 1-2 nights on the way to Milford Sound.
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 19 February 2025
Susan
AustraliaFriends said no room for cases in their king bed room
Location communication cleanliness
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 14 February 2025
Brett
AustraliaLocation was good with the lake very close by and short walk into town. Small but clean and we got what we were expecting.
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: 10 February 2025
Wendy
AustraliaNothing really
Location was right on the lakefront and a short walk to restaurants and shops. Older motel but room was recently renovated and had the best shower ever
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 1 February 2025
Tommy
New ZealandNobody at the reception. A owner tell us, "labors shortage". But this was just a excuse. Because the period we stayed, job seeker straggled to find job in NZ. So when we wanted a new towel, we looked all over for a staff person in the property to ask it.
The room was clean and tidy. Livingroom and bedroom are completely separated and comfortable. Facilities of kitchen in the room were good enough to cook. Town centre is walking distance and it's convenient to by some foods. Carpark is in front of the room. Washing machines are in the property, but they didn't look clean. So we visited laundromat in the town.
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: 27 January 2025
Jayne
United KingdomSlightly tired accommodation but very clean
Location overlooking the lake
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: 26 January 2025
Anitha
United StatesUnit was a bit outdated. Parking was tight and not enough for motel customers. We were asked to park on the street.
Great convenient location! Clean
Stayed in November 2024
Reviewed: 21 January 2025
Br2020
United KingdomBasic and decent motel with reasonable space and facilities (e.g. cooking equipment). Great location by the lake
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: 20 January 2025
Dixie
United StatesWhen we pulled into the place it looked like it would not be a nice place but thankfully we checked out our room rather than judging by the lack of curb appeal.
The room was nice, very clean and a great location to walk into the center for dinner.
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: 18 January 2025
Adriana
AustraliaNo one at front desk and reception works remotely. Room to be left unlocked at check out which made us slightly uncomfortable.
Room as described. Typical for what you get in Te Anau.
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: 25 December 2024
Maya
IndonesiaSeems short staff
Location is good
Stayed in December 2024
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