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Reviews of Edgewater Motel 3 stars

52 Lakefront Drive, 9640 Te Anau, New Zealand

#23 of 30 hotels in Te Anau

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Review score

Based on 612 hotel reviews

8.0

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.7

  • Comfort

    8.6

  • Location

    9.2

  • Facilities

    8.2

  • Staff

    7.9

  • Value for money

    8.1

  • Free WiFi

    8.2

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  • Reviewed: 21 April 2024

    7.0
    was fine
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night

    The bathroom was very old

    Location was great, spacious room.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 April 2024

    8.0
    Great people work there and are extremely helpful.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Superior (One-Bedroom) Apartment
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Parking for guests was really an alley. We did not rent a car for several reasons but mostly they drive on the opposite side of the street then the USA.

    Location to Lake Te Anau and the TrackNet bus. Walking distance to downtown.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 April 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Family (One Bedroom unit)
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Couldn't figure out how to get the heater in the room working but luckily there were heated mattresses.

    Clean and basic toiletries and cutlery provided. Staff was helpful. Convenient location.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 30 March 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • King Family (One Bedroom unit)
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The bathroom is small and the sink is poor

    Convenient and quiet Location, the bed is comfortable and the full kitchen facility

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 26 March 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • King Family (One Bedroom unit)
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Good location, close to town.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 March 2024

    9.0
    Our stay was very good, nice location, good facilities.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • King/Twin Lake View (One Bedroom unit)
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Our apartment was exceptionally good however there appeared to be significant differences between the rooms at this property. Some peeling of paint on bathroom drawers and toilet was running after a flush (we turned off the valve to conserve water) otherwise in generally good condition. There were no staff at the property. We did not have any problems but we were unsure how to contact the property manager if we did have a problem.

    Good location, clean, well equipped small kitchen area.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 24 March 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Superior (One-Bedroom) Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Small rooms, some cheap uncomfortable stools, & armchairs.Chairs but no outdoor table to enjoy sunshine & clean fresh air. No towel or tea towel rails. No lake view even though this was implied by photos & name. Overpriced in comparison to all other motels stayed within 3 weeks travelling South Island.

    Clean, good bed & small but well equipped kitchen as I have coeliac disease, parking off street, laundry. Close to lake & township. Modern refurbishment.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 21 March 2024

    9.0
    A close and convenient motel with a million dollar view
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • King/Twin Lake View (One Bedroom unit)
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nice and close to everything. The view was the best!

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 14 March 2024

    8.0
    Awesome balcony over looking the lake
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • King/Twin Lake View (One Bedroom unit)
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The property is quite old but clean and comfortable. I was a solo traveller is a ‘family’ room. I think it would be quite cramped for more than 2 people.

    Great location. I deliberately booked the room with a balcony overlooking the lake and have to say it was worth it for that view and for the location. Considering how hard it is to get accomadation in Te Anau, this is a decent option.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 9 March 2024

    8.0
    Close to lake & town. Refurbished rooms comfortable.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Superior (One-Bedroom) Apartment
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    This unit had two additional single beds in the living area. One would have been fine however two made the space with two armchairs very tight.

    Motel unit had been recently refurbished. It was ground level with parking adjacent. Clean. Bed comfortable. Two rooms, bedroom & compact open plan kitchen & living. Very nice modern bathroom with storage. Very rarely get storage.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 9 March 2024

    9.0
    Great for Kaikōura
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • King Family (One Bedroom unit)
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Location, clean, very friendly staff

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 March 2024

    8.0
    Convenient and nicely appointed motel for our time in Te Anau.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Superior (One-Bedroom) Apartment
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The ‘patio’ was two chairs on the driveway and not sure it was fair to call it a patio. Odd to never see anyone but had all our communication through text or IM. Seems like many hotels in NZ are having a hard time finding staff.

    The suite was very spacious, and we liked having a separate bedroom. Kitchen area was well supplied with all we needed. Easy check in. Probably 10-12 minute walk into the lovely town of Te Anau. Can be lakeside in 2-3 minutes.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 March 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Family (One Bedroom unit)
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Comfortable stay

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 6 March 2024

    8.0
    Very comfortable stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Superior (One-Bedroom) Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    No staff on-site due to general service labour shortages but that didn’t impact us and they were very responsive when we messaged.

    We stayed in room 1 and found it to be modernised and clean, a short walk to everything in the town. Two of us but it can sleep 4 if you don’t mind those in the lounge accessing the bathroom via the main bedroom. No stovetop but had an electric hot plate. Overall we had a comfortable stay.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 5 March 2024

    8.0
    Great staff, clean as a pin and in a convenient location.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • King Superior (One-Bedroom) Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Quite pricy at $300 per night. Main room was pretty small with no dining table.

    Location was good. Staff were excellent. Room was very clean

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 March 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Superior (One-Bedroom) Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Helpful staff

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 February 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • King Superior (One-Bedroom) Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    AC only in one room

    Convenience Great shower Good kitchen facilities

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 26 February 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • King Superior (One-Bedroom) Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Perhaps a little dusty in some corners.

    Very tranquil neighbourhood, just a minute away from the lake. No reception but the cleaning team was very welcoming to us. Room smelled fresh and place was clean. Good cooking facilities and heating was even provided in the bathroom. Which helped warm us up/ dry off after a cold and rainy day at Milford Sound.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 26 February 2024

    9.0
    Great place to stay in Te Anau
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Superior (One-Bedroom) Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Clean modern motel with excellent facilities. Nice shower, everything is very clean, kitchen well stoked. Bed comfortable, nice linens. We had pleasant interactions with staff. Great stay and excellent location!

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 26 February 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Superior (One-Bedroom) Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    No staff available.

    Good location. Nice to have a kitchenette.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 26 February 2024

    7.0
    Too basic for the price
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Family (One Bedroom unit)
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very old fixtures in bathroom, shower head full of limescale, but had the power of a jet hose! very noisy toilet flush. Worn carpets, torn curtains. Poor sound insulation, noise from cars and neighbouring rooms.

    Good location, spacious rooms, comfortable bed. Staff quick to respond to messages but not available on site due to shortage.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 24 February 2024

    7.0
    Clean but outdated
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • King Family (One Bedroom unit)
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Price was too high for what you're getting.

    Room was clean but outdated. Friendly staff.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 19 February 2024

    8.0
    Lots of pluses. Location, price, unit we rented with lots of room, lovely staff. We would stay here
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • King Villa (Two Bedroom Holiday Home)
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Not a thing

    We were allowed to store all our luggage until our room was ready, which we really appreciated. Location is great, right across from lake. We had the a which had plenty of room for the 3 of us. Lots of big windows. AC or heat, big kitchen. We would stay again, recommend for bigger groups

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 14 February 2024

    9.0
    brief but room was spacious and clean
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King/Twin Lake View (One Bedroom unit)
    • Stayed 1 night

    we stayed in the second storey room overlooking the lake.Great veiws.no road noise which was good

    Stayed in January 2024

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