Te Anau Lakefront Backpackers
48 - 50 Lakefront Drive, Te Anau, Fiordland National Park 9600 New Zealand
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Te Anau Lakefront Backpackers is the only backpackers located at the lakefront of stunning Lake Te Anau. An excellent starting point for exploring Fiorldland National Park, Milford Sound and the Te Anau Glowworm Caves. We pride ourselves in offering a warm, home-away-from-home atmosphere in one of the most beautiful areas of the world. We offer ensuites, double, twin and share rooms, all with all linen provided. Te Anau Lakefront Backpackers is only a few minutes walk to town center where you will find a good selection of supermarkets, cafes, bars, restaurants and shops. We are always happy to make recommendations to make your stay in this area as amazing as possible.
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Free parking
Free internet
Internet
Game room
Hiking
BBQ facilities
Baggage storage
Self-serve laundry
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Non-smoking hotel
Outdoor furniture
Picnic area
Shared kitchen
Shared lounge / TV area
Sun terrace
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English, Dutch
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75Somewhat walkable
Grade: 75 out of 100
10Restaurantswithin 0.5 km
7Attractionswithin 0.5 km
48 - 50 Lakefront Drive, Te Anau, Fiordland National Park 9600 New Zealand
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Awesome location, killer lake views!!!! We booked a private room and it seem brand new, we were there with 10 people ( in different room) Friendly staff and very helpful and good price too. Beautiful Host !!!! If we have a chance we’ll back definitely in the future.
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Date of stay: October 2023Trip type: Travelled with friends
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Absolutely amazing experience. Kitchen was kept tidy and well stocked, communal areas were nice and warm. We had a 6 bed dorm, ithad enough room for myself and my group of friends plus the added person. Bathroom was clean too.
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Date of stay: November 2022Trip type: Travelled with friends
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We booked a night through hotels.com in a loft room which had en-suite bathroom and a balcony. The view was great and the room was beautifully set up. Reception was only till 8pm but that didn’t cause any issue for us. There was plenty of parking. We’d happily return. A small fridge with milk would have made it a bit better.
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Date of stay: February 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Great location, with lovely views of the lake. We stayed for 2 nights either side of a Milford sound day trip. Well worth travelling to Te Anau to do the trip from there, rather than from Queenstown. The hostel has all the amenities that you need including kitchen, shared storage, fridge, etc. Very clean room. Great base to explore Fjordland. Happy to recommend.
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Date of stay: January 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Te Anau Lakefront Backpackers is manned by friendly and extremely helpful staff. Do note that the counter is not manned 24 hours (I think it is from 9am to 8pm), so if you have any requests for the next morning it's best to check with them the evening before. Room is a little old and basic with minimal space to walk about. Same goes with the bathroom, although helpfully the basin area offers a countertop to place your toiletries. A 2-person bedroom is drastically different from a 3-person one (where our friends stay), as the former is a bedroom with shared living space (sofa, kitchen) while the latter has its own kitchen. The hostel offers overnight storage at NZ$4/bag/night and has a shared coin-operated laundry room.
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Date of stay: December 2022Trip type: Travelled with friends
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Stayed here with my friend in a cabin around Christmas time 2022. The whole of NZ was currently struggling with staff shortages, but LakeFront Backpackers did not let this affect their quality. Cosy cabin with extremely clean bathrooms close by. A spacious kitchen which was kept very well clean and tidy, which made everyone respect the space much more than usual. Great location close to town with lovely outdoor cooking and dining facilities to be used at leisure. Best backpackers I have ever stayed at.
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Date of stay: December 2022Trip type: Travelled with friends
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Great place to stay opposite of Lake Te Anau shore. Friendly and helpful staff, clean hostel, different room options (dorms, cabins, double etc. campsites as well as glamping). Short walk to town centre. All travellers I met supply good spirit so there’s a pretty good vibe everywhere im the hostel. There are also different common areas which takes a lot of pressure out during the peak hours of cooking. Just go there and enjoy yourselves.
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Date of stay: December 2022Trip type: Travelled solo
Room Tip: Parking on venue available as well on the street at the back of the hostel.
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Great experience, staff were helpful, value for money, 5 minute walk into town with shops & restuarants, facilities clean and tidy, bedrooms were quiet and beds comfortable... no hesitation in recommending .
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Date of stay: January 2022
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I was so surprised by this hostel, it was sparkling clean all the time and had everything you need and want - including a cinema room with a wide selection of films! We booked a private room which was spacious and had a shared balcony great for reading or sitting out looking at the lake. A very large kitchen to accommodate many people, it got very busy even with only 20 people in the hostel so it might get quite crowded in peak time.
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Date of stay: February 2021Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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We were so pleasantly surprised by how nice this hostel was. We booked a private en suite room and it seemed brand new, especially the bathroom which had a really nice shower. Plus a stunning location with lake views and our own balcony. We had a really good sleep and the kitchen and lounge areas were nice to hang out in too.
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Date of stay: September 2020
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Room Tip: The private en suites have balconies with beautiful views
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PRICE RANGE
US$50 - US$102 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
LOCATION
New ZealandSouth IslandSouthland RegionFiordland National ParkTe Anau
NUMBER OF ROOMS
31
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Frequently Asked Questions about Te Anau Lakefront Backpackers
Which popular attractions are close to Te Anau Lakefront Backpackers?
Nearby attractions include Fiordland Cinema (0.7 km), Lake Te Anau (0.7 km), and Te Anau Glowworm Caves (0.4 km).
What are some of the property amenities at Te Anau Lakefront Backpackers?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free parking, free internet access, and self serve laundry.
What food & drink options are available at Te Anau Lakefront Backpackers?
Guests can enjoy barbeque facilities during their stay.
Is parking available at Te Anau Lakefront Backpackers?
Yes, free parking is available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Te Anau Lakefront Backpackers?
Conveniently located restaurants include Ditto, Sandfly Cafe, and Redcliff Restaurant & Bar.
Which languages are spoken by the staff at Te Anau Lakefront Backpackers?
The staff speaks multiple languages, including English and Dutch.