Name: Te Anau Lakefront Backpackers
Address: 48-50 Lakefront Drive, 9600 Te Anau, New Zealand, 48-50 Lakefront Drive, Southland, 9600, New Zealand
Price range: Prices for upcoming dates start at $19 per night (We Price Match)
Rating: 8.6

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Hostel Te Anau Lakefront Backpackers

Beach. This property is either next to the beach or will have its own private access.

48-50 Lakefront Drive, 9600 Te Anau, New Zealand –

*9.4* Fiordland National Park Visitor Centre: only 6 minutes away! (1,600 feet by foot)

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Great proximity to everything in town. Kitchen was well equipped and super clean. Loved our room with view of the lake! Highly recommend!

Katie, United States of America

We were allowed to check in early which was great. Nice place on the lake front, only a short walk to the main shops and the real journeys centre if you're doing a glowworm tour. Comfy beds, clean rooms and we had the car parked just outside. Staff were helpful and friendly, great value for money.

Simon, Australia

The beds are very comfortable. Good lounge, TV area and enormous kitchen facilities. The views of the lake are also a plus.

Sergio, Italy

Great location, beautiful view from room's front deck. Large common kitchen area with many workstations, large shared refrigerator, onsite parking.

David, United States of America

It is a great location. The young woman at reception is extremely helpful. If you are young and backpacking around New Zealand this is a great place for you

Patti, United States of America

Great location, lake is right in front of the lodge Comfortable beds

Sabrina, Germany

Great location! Super nice staff. Clean. Perfect for an overnight stay.

Amanda, United States of America

Staff were friendly, emailed responses in a timely manner. Location was just what was expected in beautiful Te Anau. Big kitchen with refrigerators, clean common space, nice outdoor area, two laundry rooms, laundry worked well. .

Kelsey, United States of America

We were in an apartment like room, we had our own kitchen items that were well organized and easy to find. There were many places to hang out with others and we found the vibe of this place to be awesome!

Katie, United States of America

Access to a kitchenette, easy walk to town. Good if you are looking for basic accommodation.

Barbara, Canada

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9.2

Excellent location!
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What guests loved the most:
“Great proximity to everything in town. Kitchen was well equipped and super clean. Loved our room with view of the lake! Highly recommend!”

Katie United States of America
“We were allowed to check in early which was great. Nice place on the lake front, only a short walk to the main shops and the real journeys centre if you're doing a glowworm tour. ”

Simon Australia
“The beds are very comfortable. Good lounge, TV area and enormous kitchen facilities. The views of the lake are also a plus.”

Sergio Italy
“Great location, beautiful view from room's front deck. Large common kitchen area with many workstations, large shared refrigerator, onsite parking.”

David United States of America
“It is a great location. The young woman at reception is extremely helpful. If you are young and backpacking around New Zealand this is a great place for you”

Patti United States of America
“Great location, lake is right in front of the lodge Comfortable beds”

Sabrina Germany
“Great location! Super nice staff. Clean. Perfect for an overnight stay.”

Amanda United States of America
“Staff were friendly, emailed responses in a timely manner. Location was just what was expected in beautiful Te Anau. ”

Kelsey United States of America
“We were in an apartment like room, we had our own kitchen items that were well organized and easy to find. ”

Katie United States of America
“Access to a kitchenette, easy walk to town. Good if you are looking for basic accommodation.”

Barbara Canada

One of our best sellers in Te Anau! Set in park-like grounds on the shores of Lake Te Anau, 5 minutes' walk from the town center, 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 organize tours of Milford Sound and glow worm caves or go horse trekking. Transfers can be arranged.

This is our guests' favorite part of Te Anau, according to independent reviews.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

This property is also rated for the best value in Te Anau! Guests are getting more for their money when compared to other properties in this city.

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Located in the top-rated area in Te Anau, this property has an excellent location score of 9.2!

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Area Info – Guests loved walking around the neighborhood!

Closest Landmarks

Te Anau Glow Worm Caves
0.1 miles
Fiordland National Park Visitor Centre
0.3 miles
Fiordland Cinema
0.4 miles
Ivon Wilson Park
0.6 miles
Lake Henry
0.7 miles
Te Anau Wildlife Centre
0.8 miles
Kepler Track
2.6 miles
Luxmore Jet
11 miles
Manapouri
11.1 miles
Lake Te Anau
16.5 miles

Restaurants & Markets

FreshChoice Supermarket
0.5 miles

Closest Airports

Queenstown Airport
56.8 miles

What Travelers Love About This Location

“We stayed in a new garden cabin which had a comfy bed, good heating and in close proximity to the shower and toilet block which were also lovely and new. Front ...”

Nicole

United Kingdom

9.5

“The location of the Hostel is just awesome! The personal are really helpful and nice, and you can reach everything in Te Anau by foot from the Hostel.”

Daniel

Germany

9.1

“Location, friendly staff.”

Brett

New Zealand

9.1

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2:00 PM - 8:00 PM

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Until 10:00 AM

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Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children and Extra Beds

Children cannot be accommodated at the hotel.

There is no capacity for extra beds in the room.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Te Anau Lakefront Backpackers accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

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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.

“We were allowed to check in early which was great. Nice place on the lake front, only a short walk to the main shops and the real journeys centre if you're doing a glowworm tour. Comfy beds, clean rooms and we had the car parked just outside. Staff were helpful and friendly, great value for money.”

Simon

Australia

“Staff were friendly, emailed responses in a timely manner. Location was just what was expected in beautiful Te Anau. Big kitchen with refrigerators, clean common space, nice outdoor area, two laundry rooms, laundry worked well. .”

Kelsey

United States of America

“We were in an apartment like room, we had our own kitchen items that were well organized and easy to find. There were many places to hang out with others and we found the vibe of this place to be awesome!”

Katie

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Newest Reviews for Te Anau Lakefront Backpackers

Reviewed: May 17, 2019

Anonymous
Hong Kong
8.3

Very Good
- • Leisure trip
- • Group of friends
- • 2 rooms
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
1) Cooking smell is too strong in the kitchen and it even spreads to the common area where the smell does not go away. I think the windows in the kitchen should be opened instead of locking. 2) Toilet & shower are in the same area inside the dorm. If someone taking shower, then you cannot use the toilet.
No bunk beds in the 4 bed dorm and have enough space for putting luggage.

Stayed in April 2019
Reviewed: May 17, 2019

Anonymous
Taiwan
9.6

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Triple Room with Private Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The bathroom didn't separate the dry area and wet area.
The roomies big, bed is comfortable, location is great and staffs are friendly.

Stayed in May 2019
Reviewed: May 15, 2019

Anne
France

3 helpful votes
9.6

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Single Bed in 4 Bed Mixed Dormitory Room Ensuite
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The windows are left open during the day after the cleaning of the room so it's cold inside. There is a heater where the beds are but it doesn't reach the bathroom.
The kitchen and the lounge are nice and where not crowded at the time I stayed.

Stayed in April 2019
Reviewed: May 14, 2019

Michael
Bermuda
9.6

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Single Bed in Glamping Tent
- • Stayed 1 night
The common areas were relaxed and comfortable, great places to hang out. The kitchen is large and well stocked. The hostel is very close to everything you need and want in Te Anau.

Stayed in May 2019
Reviewed: May 13, 2019

Jey
United Kingdom
8.3

Very Good
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Single Bed in 4 Bed Mixed Dormitory Room Ensuite
- • Stayed 5 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Other people leaving a mess in the kitchen. Bathroom needs updating.
Location. Good value. Comfy beds.

Stayed in April 2019
Reviewed: May 13, 2019

Nicolette
Australia
7.9

“Fine for one night's stay.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Garden Cabin
- • Stayed 1 night
You need to bring a key every time you go to the toilet or shower, plus there was no soap or shampoo provided in the shower.
Great location walking distance from everything.

Stayed in April 2019
Reviewed: May 13, 2019

Anonymous
France
9.2

Awesome
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Single Bed in Glamping Tent
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Not enough bathrooms for the tents (Only 2 showers and 2 toilets) Blanket might not be enough during winter, I was not cold but definitely not warm (begining of May). Lockers not free (3$ a day) even when you stay at the hostel when you come back.
Very comfortable beds. Clean facilities. Cosy livingroom with a view on the lake. Nice kitchen. Very nice location in between the supermarket and the beginning of the Kepler Track (for those who start it from Te Anau) Nice staff.

Stayed in May 2019
Reviewed: May 11, 2019

Katie
United States of America

1 helpful vote
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room with Private Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Great proximity to everything in town. Kitchen was well equipped and super clean. Loved our room with view of the lake! Highly recommend!

Stayed in May 2019
Reviewed: May 8, 2019

Suwat
Thailand
5.8

Okay
- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Triple Room with Private Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Private toilet have smell and heater can’t room worm. Light front room not be able to operrate
View lake front and good location

Stayed in May 2019
Reviewed: May 8, 2019

Weichu
Taiwan
9.6

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Single Bed in 4 Bed Mixed Dormitory Room Ensuite
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The door in the room will be stocked when the curtain is closed.
very friendly staff

Stayed in April 2019
Reviewed: May 7, 2019

Anonymous
United Kingdom
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room with Private Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Great location - our double bedroom overlooked the lake! Clean throughout. Great kitchen facilities and good amount of fridge space. WiFi worked well in bedrooms.

Stayed in May 2019
Reviewed: May 7, 2019

James
New Zealand
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Garden Cabin
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
There was nothing I disliked about this booking.
The cabins were very good, clean and comfortable.

Stayed in May 2019
Reviewed: May 7, 2019

Anonymous
New Zealand
Age group: 25 – 34
5.4

Fair
- • Leisure trip
- • Group of friends
- • Single Bed in 4 Bed Mixed Dormitory Room Ensuite
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
No hot water in our room plus damp causing unpleasant smell - shower head was broken

Stayed in May 2019
Reviewed: May 7, 2019

Jer Shiuan
Singapore
Age group: 35 – 44
8.3

Very Good
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Standard Double Room with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
None
It is located near many eateries. It is In front of the lake and easy to access from main road

Stayed in April 2019
Reviewed: May 5, 2019

Anonymous
France
7.1

Good
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Single Bed in 6 Bed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Fees apply to let the luggages if you are going for a hike. No lockers
Warm even in the tent

Stayed in May 2019

Sleeps	Room Type
	Single Bed in 6 Bed Dormitory Room 1 bunk bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content Free parking This is a single bed (in a bunk bed) in a dormitory room with 4-6 other guests. Linen/blankets are supplied. Towels are available for an additional charge. It is a short walk to the communal kitchen and bathroom facilities. Room Facilities: • Heating • Carpeted • Towels/Sheets (extra fee) • Linens • Upper floors accessible by stairs only Free WiFi! Parking: Free! Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed). Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
	Single Bed in 4 Bed Mixed Dormitory Room Ensuite 1 twin bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content Free parking This is a single bed in a dormitory room with 3 other guests. Beds are made with linen and blankets. There is an private bathroom in the room. Access to the communal kitchen as well as free, unlimited WiFi are available. Room Facilities: • Heating • Carpeted • Towels/Sheets (extra fee) • Linens • Upper floors accessible by stairs only Free WiFi! Parking: Free! Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed). Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
	Double Room with Private Bathroom 1 queen bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content Free parking This private room has an private bathroom and 1 double bed with all linen and towels provided. This room has access to all common areas including a kitchen, lounge and movie room. Room Facilities: • Heating • Carpeted • Linens • Upper floors accessible by stairs only Free WiFi! Parking: Free! Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed). Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
	Triple Room with Private Bathroom 1 twin bed and 1 queen bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content Free parking This private room has 1 double bed and 1 single bed with all linen and towels provided. This room has a private bathroom and access to all common areas including a kitchen, lounge and movie room. Room Facilities: • Sitting area • Heating • Carpeted • Linens • Upper floors accessible by stairs only Free WiFi! Parking: Free! Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed). Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
	Standard Twin Room with Shared Bathroom 2 bunk beds	Show prices
Start of dialog content Free parking Private room with 2 single beds (bunks). Linen and towels are provided, and blankets also available. This room has access to a bathroom which may be shared with up to 2 rooms. There is a communal lounge and kitchen with a fridge and freezers. Room Facilities: • Sitting area • Heating • Carpeted • Linens • Upper floors accessible by stairs only Free WiFi! Parking: Free! Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed). Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
	Standard Double Room with Shared Bathroom 1 queen bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content Free parking Private room with 1 double bed, linen and towels are provided. Blankets also available. This room has access to a bathroom which may be shared by up to 2 rooms. There is a communal lounge and kitchen with a fridge and freezers. Room Facilities: • Sitting area • Heating • Carpeted • Upper floors accessible by stairs only Free WiFi! Parking: Free! Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed). Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
	Garden Cabin 1 queen bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content Free parking This double room has a seating area. Room Facilities: • Shared bathroom • Sitting area • Heating • Carpeted • Linens • Upper floors accessible by stairs only Free WiFi! Parking: Free! Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed). Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
	Single Bed in Glamping Tent 1 twin bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content Free parking Room Facilities: • Shared bathroom • Upper floors accessible by stairs only Free WiFi! Parking: Free! Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed). Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content

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