Experience world-class service at Te Anau Lakefront Backpackers

Set in park-like grounds on the shores of Lake Te Anau, 5 minutes' walk from the town centre, Te Anau Lakefront Backpackers has both mountain and lake views from the majority of the rooms. All lounges at the property have lovely views of Fiordland National Park and Lake Te Anau. Free unlimited WiFi is available throughout the property, including in the bedrooms. Additional facilities at Te Anau Lakefront Backpackers include a movie room and indoor and outdoor kitchen facilities, including a BBQ. Laundry facilities and on-site storage are available. If you feel like exploring the surrounding areas, staff can help to organise tours of Milford Sound and glow worm caves or go horse trekking. Transfers can be arranged.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Situated in the best rated area in Te Anau, this property has an excellent location score of 9.5

Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 single bed
and
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.2
Facilities
8.5
Cleanliness
8.8
Comfort
8.9
Value for money
8.8
Location
9.5
Free WiFi
8.2
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Hannah
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Location has a view of the lake in the anau. Staff are so nice helpful. Has a herb garden, BBQ, friendly cats, our double room had a private bathroom and kitchen only shared between two bedrooms which is amazing! Didn’t feel like a number like...
  • Nicole
    New Zealand New Zealand
    I loved the kitchen and common areas, it was a great set up to talk to other travellers or just do your own thing. And I liked that the 4 bed dorms were single beds instead of bunks.
  • Louise
    Australia Australia
    Great location with a view of the lake. A good deal of effort has gone into creating a nice, comfortable space and the staff were just lovely. This is a backpackers and the facilities were really of a good standard with plenty of choices in the...

Property surroundings

Facilities of Te Anau Lakefront Backpackers
Great facilities! Review score, 8.5

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Beachfront
Bedroom
  • Linen
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Beachfront
  • Sun terrace
  • BBQ facilities
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
Activities
  • Beach
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
  • Accessible parking
Services
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
    Additional charge
  • Tour desk
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Entertainment and family services
  • Board games/puzzles
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key access
General
  • Designated smoking area
  • Heating
  • Non-smoking rooms
Languages spoken
  • English
  • Spanish
  • French
  • Italian

House rules

Te Anau Lakefront Backpackers takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 14:00 to 20:00

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

Check-out

Until 10:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Mastercard Visa Eftpos Cash is not accepted Te Anau Lakefront Backpackers accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note for bookings of 8 or more rooms, different policies and procedures may apply. For further information please contact the property in advance, using the contact details found on the booking confirmation.

Group bookings of over 10 guests are not accepted at this property.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

FAQs about Te Anau Lakefront Backpackers

  • Te Anau Lakefront Backpackers offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
    • Beachfront
    • Beach

  • Te Anau Lakefront Backpackers is 550 yards from the centre of Te Anau. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The prices at Te Anau Lakefront Backpackers may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Check-in at Te Anau Lakefront Backpackers is from 14:00, and check-out is until 10:00.