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

Beachfront. Property is on or right next to the beach.

48-50 Lakefront Drive, 9600 Te Anau, New Zealand – Excellent location – show map

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

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The place is very well located, the room and bed are comfortable, the staff is very friendly and our experience was great!

Rogerio

Brazil

Good location, although we just stayed for a very short time and have to catch the cruise at Milford Sound the next day, so didn’t have a chance to enjoy the lake

Theresia

Indonesia

The bed/pillow provided was comfortable. I loved the lakefront view from the cozy lounge. The kitchen area was well equipped for numerous ppl to prepare meals at the same time.

Chylene

United States of America

Great price. Good location (facing the lake), comfy room, spacious kitchen, bbq grill tools available and built-in stove on the tables outside the kitchen. Good service from the receptionist and the fact that the bbq grill was cleaned for us after use was amazing. Plus Eddie the cat! This place exceeded our expectation :)

Natalie

New Zealand

great location (very easy to find!), the room, kitchen, and other facilty also superb. highly recommended!

Ahmad

Indonesia

Staff were so kind and smily. Kitchen was well equipped. Power outlet in the room were enough for each person.

Hide

Japan

I liked the vibe the kitchen are and the friendly staff which helped during the stay.

Germany

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

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9.3

Excellent location!
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What guests loved the most:
“The place is very well located, the room and bed are comfortable, the staff is very friendly and our experience was great!”

Rogerio Brazil
“Good location, although we just stayed for a very short time and have to catch the cruise at Milford Sound the next day, so didn’t have a chance to enjoy the lake”

Theresia Indonesia
“The bed/pillow provided was comfortable. I loved the lakefront view from the cozy lounge. The kitchen area was well equipped for numerous ppl to prepare meals at the same time.”

Chylene United States of America
“Great price. Good location (facing the lake), comfy room, spacious kitchen, bbq grill tools available and built-in stove on the tables outside the kitchen.”

Natalie New Zealand
“great location (very easy to find!), the room, kitchen, and other facilty also superb. highly recommended!”

Ahmad Indonesia
“Staff were so kind and smily. Kitchen was well equipped. Power outlet in the room were enough for each person.”

Hide Japan
“I liked the vibe the kitchen are and the friendly staff which helped during the stay.”

V Germany
“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

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.

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Good for couples – they rated the facilities 8.1 for two-person stays.

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Located in the top-rated area in Te Anau, this property has an excellent location score of 9.3!

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Max adults: 1	Single Bed in 4 Bed Mixed Dormitory Room Ensuite 1 twin bed	Show prices
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Max adults: 2	Double Room with Private Bathroom 1 queen bed	Show prices
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Max adults: 3	Triple Room with Private Bathroom 1 twin bed and 1 queen bed	Show prices
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Max adults: 2	Standard Twin Room with Shared Bathroom 2 bunk beds	Show prices
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Area Info

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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

“Location and views of the lake. The room was big and comfortable. The bathroom seem to have been renovated so it was quite nice. Wifi was good”

Paola

Australia

8.0

“Great location, the lake view in the morning and afternoon is incredible!”

Jinbo

New Zealand

8.3

“Friendly staff. Bathrooms close to bedrooms. Beautiful location.”

Nanafie

Australia

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2:00 PM - 8:00 PM

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Until 10:00 AM

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Children & Beds

Children not allowed.

There's no capacity for cribs at this property.

This property doesn't offer extra beds.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

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

The fine print

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.

“The bed/pillow provided was comfortable. I loved the lakefront view from the cozy lounge. The kitchen area was well equipped for numerous ppl to prepare meals at the same time. ”

“Great price. Good location (facing the lake), comfy room, spacious kitchen, bbq grill tools available and built-in stove on the tables outside the kitchen. Good service from the receptionist and the fact that the bbq grill was cleaned for us after use was amazing. Plus Eddie the cat! This place exceeded our expectation :)”

“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.”

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Reviewed: November 18, 2019

Anonymous
Japan

3 helpful votes
7.1

“Good”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
No locker in room
Nice view and good staff 10minute from Bus stop

Stayed in November 2019
Reviewed: November 18, 2019

Barbora
United Kingdom
6.0

Pleasant
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The large glass door entrance to the room where I stayed did not feel particularly secure. I was in a 4-bed mixed dorm with en-suite bathroom and the bathroom was very unclean and untidy, with pieces of clothing and dirty dishes left behind by previous occupants - it seemed as though due to people staying in the room for various lengths of time, the room was never fully cleaned.
The location on the lake front is beautiful, staff were friendly and helpful and the common areas had a friendly, sociable vibe. Unfortunately it was raining for most of my stay but I thought the bbq/outside seating area was lovely.

Stayed in November 2019
Reviewed: November 17, 2019

Caroline
New Zealand

3 helpful votes
7.9

“Busy little lodge on the lakefront”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
- The structure is a big outdated so it gets super cold in the rooms. There’s a heater but it was literally on top of one of the beds so we couldn’t really use it. - Not enough dry tea towels in the kitchen. As a result everyone leaves their dishes to dry everywhere. - In general, it’s quite dusty everywhere which triggers bad allergies.
+ Location is ideal + Staff was very welcoming + 4-bed room setup with single beds (no bunk beds) and en-suite + Big fridges in the kitchen with enough space for everyone

Stayed in November 2019
Reviewed: November 17, 2019

Paola
Australia

1 helpful vote
8.0

“Good value”
- • Leisure trip
- • Group
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The kitchen was ok and had everything you need to cook but it could be a bit cleaner. The room is huge and could have some more storage for bags and clothing.
Location and views of the lake. The room was big and comfortable. The bathroom seem to have been renovated so it was quite nice. Wifi was good

Stayed in November 2019
Reviewed: November 17, 2019

Stephen
Australia
9.2

Awesome
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Friendly down to earth place

Stayed in November 2019
Reviewed: November 17, 2019

Anonymous
Australia
10

“A little gem in the best location ”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Everything was great
Immaculately clean; fantastic lake front location (lake views in the chill out/lounge area); accommodation options for all budgets (shared rooms; chalets; en-suite private rooms); superbly equipped kitchen facilities; friendly and helpful staff

Stayed in November 2019
Reviewed: November 17, 2019

Marie
Australia

1 helpful vote
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Group
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The receptionist was so helpful! Very accomodating and friendly!

Stayed in November 2019
Reviewed: November 16, 2019

Sandy
New Zealand
7.5

Good
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Kitchen
Comfort bed

Stayed in November 2019
Reviewed: November 16, 2019

Andrew
United Kingdom
8.0

“Beautiful location, nice place to stop.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 2 nights
Beautiful location. Happy staff, clean, good facilities.

Stayed in November 2019
Reviewed: November 15, 2019

Donald
Australia
9.0

“Very comfortable and enjoyable.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
All good
This was a great upstairs lakefront room. Clean modern and very comfortable. The kitchen facilities were very good and a great tv room and recreation area. I would highly recommend the double room with own bathroom.

Stayed in November 2019
Reviewed: November 14, 2019

Jinbo
New Zealand

1 helpful vote
8.3

“Right front of the lake!”
- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
N/a
Great location, the lake view in the morning and afternoon is incredible!

Stayed in November 2019
Reviewed: November 14, 2019

Peter
Australia
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Location it was raining and the path to my room wasn’t easily accessible without getting wet There was a massive puddle preventing clear access

Stayed in November 2019
Reviewed: November 10, 2019

Sara
Italy

3 helpful votes
8.8

Excellent
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Good location. Staff very helpful

Stayed in November 2019
Reviewed: November 10, 2019

Simon
New Zealand
8.0

Very Good
- • Business trip
- • Family with young children
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Building old and tired,grimly, mouldy bathrooms

Stayed in November 2019
Reviewed: November 8, 2019

Wen
Malaysia
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Travelers with friends
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Everything is OK and fine, although I am late check in but thing go smoothly ~~thank you

Stayed in November 2019

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