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

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

Situated in the best rated area in Te Anau, this property has an excellent location score of 9.4

Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Deluxe King Studio
  • Non-refundable
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  • 1 extra-large double bed
US$284 for 3 nights
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Single Bed in 4 Bed Mixed Dormitory Room Ensuite
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  • 1 single bed
US$67 for 3 nights
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Single Bed in 6 Bed Dormitory Room
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  • 1 bunk bed
US$75 for 3 nights
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  • 1 extra-large double bed

The studio provides air conditioning, a seating area, as well as a private bathroom featuring a shower and a hairdryer. In the well-equipped kitchenette, guests will find a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and a toaster. The studio offers an electric kettle, a tiled floor, a carpeted floor along with a patio. The unit offers 1 bed.

Entire studio
269 feet²
Private kitchenette
Private bathroom
Air conditioning
Patio
Free WiFi

  • Shower
  • Toilet
  • Towels
  • Linen
  • Socket near the bed
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Seating Area
  • Refrigerator
  • Heating
  • Hairdryer
  • Kitchenware
  • Kitchenette
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Carpeted
  • Electric kettle
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster
  • Dining table
  • Toilet paper
Max adults: 2
US$95 per night
Price US$284
Excluded: 15 % VAT
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  • We have 1 left
  • 1 single bed

This is a single bed in a dormitory room with 3 other guests. Beds are made with linen and blankets. There is an en suite bathroom in the room. Access to the communal kitchen as well as free, unlimited WiFi are available.

Bed in dormitory
161 feet²
Private bathroom
Free WiFi
Max adults: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$22 per night
Price US$67
Excluded: 15 % VAT
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  • 1 bunk bed

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.

Bed in dormitory
Free WiFi
Max adults: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$25 per night
Price US$75
Excluded: 15 % VAT
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Joanna
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Super cute cabin, clean kitchen and bathroom facilities. Easy check in after hours.
  • Leonie
    Australia Australia
    Cynthia on the desk was fantastic. Very friendly and helpful.
  • Ganna
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    great location with nice terrace with a view, clean and comfortable, warm, free parking
  • Nicole
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Good location by the lake front, helpful staff when we checked in - gave information about road closures etc. Kitchenette was good in the room as we were able to cook our meals. Beds were comfy and shower was brilliant.
  • Luís
    Switzerland Switzerland
    Everything perfekt 😍 Love it Even staff There so Kind and helpful Thank you 🤩 Will recommend this place 😍
  • Eva
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Check-in was easy, staff were friendly and welcoming. The room was lovely, overlooking the lakeside with a very comfortable bed, a fridge, and a nice bathroom. We used the laundry facilities and were able to hang the washing up outside. There...
  • Joshua
    Australia Australia
    Great location, clean room with comfy bed, blankets and heating. Beautiful room over looking the lake. Easy to walk into town and access to the lake front.
  • Diana
    Australia Australia
    Right on the lake, beautiful scenery. Private rooms with a bunk bed each. Shared kitchen and bathroom. This was very convenient as it meant we didn't have to exit the room in order to use either the kitchen or the toilet. Basic cooking utensils...
  • Tjan
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Friendly and understanding staff who accommodated to our request, comfortable ambience, good price, and good location!
  • Anthony
    Australia Australia
    Everything. Has parking, is warm, clean and good facilities, close to the lake and town. Has alot of facilities that looked great but for summer only

Property surroundings

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 check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 8 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Cards accepted at this property
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note for bookings of 8 or more rooms require a 50% deposit 30 days prior to arrival and will not be refunded in case of cancellation and, the remaining balance will be taken 15 days prior arrival.

Children aged below 12 years are not allowed to in the property.

Please note that guests aged 18 years and under are not allowed in the 4 or 6-bed dormitories.

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.

The property's reception opening hours are daily until 20:00 and 19:00 in winter.

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.