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Distinction Te Anau Hotel And Villas

4.0 star property
Escape to serenity lakeside with an invigorating sauna session followed by al fresco dining under starry skies.

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Distinction Te Anau Hotel And Villas sits by the lake. Guests can relax in the sauna or steam room before dining al fresco at MacKinnon Room. The property offers cycling, bike rentals, a seasonal outdoor pool, a coffee shop, garden, dry cleaning, and free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Lake View Room | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Lake View Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Garden View Room | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Garden View Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Villa Room | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Villa Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Refrigerator & Microwave, Garden View | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Refrigerator & Microwave, Garden View

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 50 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Lakeview Suite | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Lakeview Suite

  • Lake view
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Villa Suite | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Villa Suite

  • Garden view
  • 56 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Suite With Lake View

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Two-Bedroom Villa

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

Villa Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Suite with Garden View

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

Double Room With Garden View

  • Sleeps 3
  • Free WiFi

Double Room With Lake View

  • Sleeps 3
  • Free WiFi

Double Room With Garden View

  • Sleeps 3
  • Free WiFi

Lake View Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe Villa Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in Te Anau, Distinction Te Anau Hotel And Villas is on a lake. While the natural beauty of Lake Te Anau and Fiordland National Park Visitor Centre can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can check out Te Anau Golf Course. Don't miss out on a visit to Luxmore Jet. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and sailing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and ecotours. Visit our Te Anau travel guide
Map
64 Lakefront Terrace, Te Anau, 9681

What's nearby

  • Fiordland National Park Visitor Centre
    Fiordland National Park Visitor Centre
    8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Luxmore Jet
    1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Fiordland Cinema
    8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Ivon Wilson Park
    11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Te Anau Wildlife Centre
    2 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • Queenstown Intl. Airport (ZQN)
    113 min drive

Restaurants

  • Alpine Centre Cafe and Bar
    2 min drive
  • Kiwi Cafe
    8 min walk
  • Kea Cafe
    8 min walk
  • Milford Road Merchant
    2 min drive
  • Sandfly Cafe
    9 min walk

About this property

Distinction Te Anau Hotel And Villas

Upscale hotel near Lake Te Anau
Located close to Luxmore Jet and Fiordland Cinema, Distinction Te Anau Hotel And Villas provides free full breakfast, a terrace, and a coffee shop/cafe. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna or the steam room. The on-site restaurant, MacKinnon Room, offers breakfast, brunch, dinner, light fare, and al fresco dining. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services.
You'll also find perks like:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-out, express check-in, and luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff, concierge services, and tour/ticket assistance
Room features
All 112 rooms include comforts such as separate sitting areas, as well as perks like free WiFi and safes.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Free toiletries and hair dryers
  • Separate sitting areas, refrigerators, and electric kettles

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • MacKinnon Room

Things to do

  • Hot tub
  • Sauna
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business center
  • Conference center
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On a lake
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
  • Room service

More

  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10:30 PM
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 6:30 AM - 10:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 50.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 50.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The seasonal pool will be open from November to April

National rating

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Distinction Te Anau Hotel And Villas have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool.

Is Distinction Te Anau Hotel And Villas pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Distinction Te Anau Hotel And Villas?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Distinction Te Anau Hotel And Villas?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Distinction Te Anau Hotel And Villas located?

Situated on a lake, this hotel is steps from Luxmore Jet and Lake Te Anau. Fiordland National Park Visitor Centre and Fiordland Cinema are also within 10 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Distinction Te Anau Hotel And Villas Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.6

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

8.6

Staff & service

7.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 303 out of 717 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 273 out of 717 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 104 out of 717 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 28 out of 717 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 717 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hamid

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Location was great
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay

Staff amenities were excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and breakfast is very good
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, comfortable and great breakfast.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anand

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was great, excellent location and polite staff
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alireza

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean room and the staff were very friendly. Location was beautiful. Breakfast was great!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Saba

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Comfortable beds nice clean rooms and bathroom. Excellent breakfast with various choices .
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maxim

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Spacious rooms, great breakfast buffet!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Taya

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Good breaki and nice bar area with view of lake. Great bathrooms
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness
We enjoyed this property for its view of the lake, proximity to restaurants and Doubtful Sound tour operators as well as the size of our room. Our room was a two room suite with balconies facing the lake. The buffet breakfast was wonderful. The hotel is large, somewhat dated but well maintained. The staff were very helpful and friendly. The RealNZ office, our Doubtful Sound tour operator, was only one block away.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property and great staff
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

JoAnn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean, roomy and well stocked. The staff was efficient and friendly. The hotel location is great! The decor is a little bit dated, and the use of bright white lightbulbs is a little uncomfortable. Overall, this is a great and comfortable place to base your activity in the region from!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bethany

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room was great, the heated tile on the floor. The staff is very friendly and accommodating.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Jaclyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good option for stay, great sauna on site. Rooms are a bit unique, but do the job if you are dropping in to get to Milford. We preferred food in town but had breakfast at the hotel and that had a great assortment of options. Super clean rooms and super helpful staff for requests and concerns. This is not a place I would vacation persay, but a great place to get a good nights rest!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lots of room and spacious. Check in team was wonderful. We had someone come to the room twice with room service and it was the wrong room. One time the door was cracked and he knocked and still started to come in!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Staff and room were excellent. I stayed in a villa, which was roomy and well appointed. The additional amenities could have been better -- pool for example was small.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location, clean, great views and hotel staff were courteous and helpful. The breakfast was outstanding. The only thing to be aware of is the hotel appears to accommodate a lot of bus groups, so if you're looking for a more quaint environment, there are likely better choices.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely time. Good size, clean and comfortable rooms. Excellent and helpful staff
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Needs an interior upgrade in the corridors and stairs leading to rooms, very dated and shabby. The bar area was beautiful and the dinner was excellent. Be sure to get the cheese plate for dessert, fantastic! Staff was very helpful and so pleasant.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is an excellent hotel, we had a villa which was so spacious as we are away for an extended time we have lots of bags. I cannot praise the staff enough, from reception, bar and restaurant to housekeeping, everyone was great, even let me check out late for no cost when our trip plans got changed at the last minute
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carlos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice personnel, good breakfast, comfy room.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

michael

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was nice, however, the grounds, pool area, and spa are in need of a major upgrade. Frankly, the landscaping and spa/ hot tub was depressingly forgotten about.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed here 4 nights and loved it. Lake views, great service, and a fabulous restaurant!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very helpful, room was very clean and comfortable plus it was easy walking distance to shopping centre.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

xinyi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024