Distinction Te Anau Hotel & Villas

Hotels
8 (677 reviews)
64 Lakefront Drive , Te Anau , nz

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
Business center
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Excellent location with great views
Friendly and helpful staff
Cons:
Overpriced for the quality
Cleanliness issues in some areas

Categories

Cleanliness
7.46
Some mentions of cleanliness issues, such as dirty outdoor furniture and unmaintained facilities.
Service
8.93
The staff were frequently described as friendly and helpful, providing outstanding customer service.
Location
8.47
Many reviews highlighted the excellent location near attractions and beautiful views.
Room Quality
7.42
Certain comments on dated rooms and issues with comfort, but some positive remarks on cleanliness.
Amenities
8.45
Good amenities like breakfast included, but some complaints about the sauna being out of service.
Value for Money
6.91
Comments about being overpriced for the quality and old infrastructure suggest a low value for money.
Food and Beverage
7.96
Breakfast was enjoyed but noted as average in taste and quality.
Overall Experience
8.43
Generally positive experiences with some room for improvement.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-16 02:37

Property Description

Spectacular Lake Views and Luxury Accommodation
Distinction Te Anau Hotels & Villas offers elegant rooms overlooking Lake Te Anau and the Fiordland ranges. The property boasts a day spa, sauna, heated pool, and free Wi-Fi for guests to enjoy.

Relaxation and Convenience
Surrounded by vibrant gardens, the hotel provides rooms with convenient amenities like a fridge and tea/coffee facilities. Guests can unwind in the communal lounge area with satellite TV or book a session at the lakefront wedding chapel.

Culinary Delights and Scenic Dining
The Mac Kinnon Room Restaurant serves modern New Zealand cuisine with locally sourced ingredients and stunning views of Lake Te Anau. After dining, guests can sip on drinks or cocktails at The Explorer Bar and Lake View Terrace.

Book now for a memorable stay at Distinction Te Anau Hotels & Villas!

Important information:

Please note the day spa at the property is currently closed until further notice.

Guests arriving after 22:30 must contact the hotel prior to their arrival to arrange for an after hours check-in.

Please note that there is a 1.85% charge when you pay with a Visa or Mastercard credit card.

Please note that there is a 3.5% charge when you pay with an American Express credit card.Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
Swimming pool: Closed from Sun, Mar 1, 2026 until Mon, Nov 30, 2026
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Airport code: ZQN

Location

Guest Reviews

8
Based on 677 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.46
Service: 8.93
Location: 8.47
Room Quality: 7.42
Amenities: 8.45
Value for Money: 6.91
Food and Beverage: 7.96
Overall Experience: 8.43
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Paul couple au
10
Pros:

Close to centre: lovely accommodation

2026-09-11 via Nuitee
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DaveTracey solo_traveller nz
10
Pros:

Great location and food

Cons:

Couldn't stay longer!

2026-09-10 via Nuitee
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Lauren family_with_children au
8
Good spot for Milford Sound
Pros:

Nice location opposite lake. Nice foyer with restaurant. Good breakfast. Good sauna.
Check out the stars at night in this location!

Cons:

I found the one of the beds had an undercover which was very warm.

2026-09-08 via Nuitee
J
Julia couple nz
8
Enjoyed our two night there apart from loosing my shoes
Pros:

Very convenient location . Lovely comfy beds .
Great place for a large gathering !

Cons:

I left my black shoes in room number 215 . I rang two days later . They checked with housekeeping and in lost property but could not be located…. Someone was not trustworthy in the hotel as I know they were left in that room after Sir Richard’s Hayes’s party .

2026-09-02 via Nuitee
J
Jenni couple au
7
2026-08-31 via Nuitee
M
Malcolm solo_traveller nz
8
Pros:

Most things

Cons:

One sarcastic breakfast supervisor

2026-08-31 via Nuitee
V
Vroni + Markus solo_traveller ch
8
Pros:

Sehr gutes Inhause Restaurant. Lage direkt am Lake Te Anau. 5 min zu Fuss zum Touroffice RealNZ und WaterFlights. 10 min bis Fiordland Cinema innerhalb der "Black Dog Bar". Sauna privat buchbar.

Cons:

Leider wie oft auch andernorts, keine oder zuwenig Hacken indm Bad und Zimmer.

2026-08-30 via Nuitee
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María Rebeca couple cl
7
Agradable hotel para un par de noches
Pros:

La ubicación, la vista al lago, el salón principal para tomarse un trago y el comedor para tomar el desayuno muy agradable incluyendo el desayuno que era rico.
El personal de recepción muy amable!!! está cerca para ir caminando de todos los buenos restaurantes y las tiendas

Cons:

que está alfombrado completamente en los pasillos y dormitorios y es un hotel antiguo donde las ventanas son de fierro y se filtran los ruidos del viento y lluvia, el servicio de housekeeping no fue bueno ya que solo estiraron la cama y nosotros la hicimos bien nuevamente

2026-08-23 via Nuitee
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Neil, Linlithgow solo_traveller gb
10
Excellent stay What a view !!!!
Pros:

Staff,room size, view and food options all first class .

Cons:

Nothing

2026-08-22 via Nuitee
V
Viktoriia family_with_children au
8
Pros:

Friendly people work there
The location is great

2026-08-22 via Nuitee
M
Malcolm couple au
9
2026-08-17 via Nuitee
K
Kathi couple at
8
Nice hotel for a night. Spa area not recommended
Pros:

Comfortable bed and pillow selection. Nice location and nice views.

Cons:

The spa area is very dirty. I have never seen jacuzzi water this disgusting. No healthy options at breakfast (no fruit or vegetables)

2026-08-15 via Nuitee
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Vanessa couple au
10
Loved our relaxed stay.
Pros:

Beautifully presented, quiet , very clean .
Super comfortable.

Cons:

I have no issues at all.

2026-08-12 via Nuitee
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rui family_with_children cn
10
中国籍前台服务人员非常热心,为我们解答了所有我们需要的
2026-08-08 via Nuitee
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Tracey family_with_children au
10
Pros:

Great location, very clean, spacious and comfortable room. Amazing shower!! Loved the private spa area. Good breakfast. Very impressed with this hotel.

Cons:

Nothing - loved it

2026-07-24 via Nuitee
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Ilia family_with_children tr
6
Old very old ))
Pros:

Location
Nice view from my room

Cons:

Really old place
I suppose it was built like half a century ago ))
Not clean

2026-07-13 via Nuitee
A
Amanda couple au
10
Pros:

Breakfast was outstanding . Staff are friendly and helpful . Great base to explore the region. Easy walk to town restaurants.

2026-07-12 via Nuitee
K
Katie family_with_children au
9
2026-07-11 via Nuitee
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YI family_with_children nz
10
The hotel has a lovely homely feel to it.
2026-07-09 via Nuitee
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Ramona family_with_children au
8
2026-07-09 via Nuitee