Lakewood Lofts offers a serene retreat with a lovely garden, library and barbecue grills for outdoor gatherings. Stay connected with in-room WiFi, store your luggage safely and take advantage of tour assistance from the multilingual staff.
Fiordland National Park Visitor Centre - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
Ivon Wilson Park - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
Fiordland Cinema - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
Te Anau Wildlife Centre - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
Getting around
Queenstown Intl. Airport (ZQN) - 113 min drive
Restaurants
Alpine Centre Cafe and Bar - 2 min drive
Kea Cafe - 9 min walk
Kiwi Cafe - 9 min walk
Ranch Bar And Grill - 12 min walk
Ditto - 9 min walk
About this property
Lakewood Lofts
Enjoy your visit to Te Anau with a stay at Lakewood Lofts. Freebies like WiFi and self parking are added perks, and guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails. Other highlights include a terrace and a garden.
At a glance
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Hotel size
27 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 17
Check-out time is 10 AM
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Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 2:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 17
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Children
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free onsite self parking
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Barbecue grills
What to do
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Tour/ticket assistance
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Facilities
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
Library
Room amenities
Home comfort
Heating
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Shared kitchen access
Fees & policies
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Also known as
Backpackers Te Anau
Lakefront Backpackers Te Anau
Te Anau Backpackers
Te Anau Lakefront
Te Anau Lakefront Backpackers
Te Anau Lakefront Backpackers Hostel
Te Anau Lakefront Backpackers Fiordland National Park
Lakefront Backpackers Hostel
Lakewood Lofts Te Anau
Lakewood Lofts Guesthouse
Te Anau Lakefront Backpackers
Lakewood Lofts Guesthouse Te Anau
Te Anau Lakefront Backpackers Hostel
Frequently asked questions
Does Lakewood Lofts offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Lakewood Lofts does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Lakewood Lofts?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Lakewood Lofts?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Lakewood Lofts?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.
What is there to do at Lakewood Lofts and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as hiking. Enjoy amenities like a picnic area and a garden.
What's the area around Lakewood Lofts like?
Lakewood Lofts is a short 3-minute walk from Lake Te Anau and 6 minutes' walk from Fiordland National Park Visitor Centre.
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Reviews
Reviews
8.2
Very Good
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8.6
Cleanliness
7.8
Amenities
8.8
Staff & service
8.0
Property conditions & facilities
Popular mentions
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Lake
Backpackers
View
Bed
Service staff
Location
Water
Balcony
Amenities
Reviews
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 8, 2026
The room was perfect. Clean, all amenities needed and the view of the lake from the deck was lovely.
Krista
Krista, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 20, 2025
Great rooms with views of beautiful lake. Separate backpackers lodge had laundry facilities, barbecue area and kitchen.
Thomas
Thomas, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Dec 18, 2025
Convenient stay just outside the city centre for Te Anau. Room was spacious and had everything needed.
Wayne
Wayne, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 5, 2025
Our room had a fridge, but the shared kitchen off the reception is large and fully equipped. This is a good property for trekkers. Very convenient to the town.
Kent
Kent, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jan 8, 2024
Conveniently located (near to tourist centre), very good value for money, good communal kitchen with facilities.
Sarah
Sarah, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 20, 2023
Comfortable, well priced room.
Kieran
Kieran, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 8, 2025
Very comfortable place to stay! Beautiful lake views. Easy walk to restaurants and activities. We would love to come back !
Blair
Blair, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Nov 12, 2025
Clean room
astrid
astrid, 1-night trip
Verified
4/10 Fair
Mar 9, 2026
Do not stay here, unless you want to stay at a Backpackers hostel/lodge. This isn't a hotel, but is charging hotel money (we booked 6 months ahead). No privacy, paper-thin walls (snoring first night, early start noise 2nd night), tea/coffee - no milk, small fridge, no housekeeping, no other stuff. Balcony is shared with 3 other "Lake View Rooms" so, no privacy. View of the lake mostly obscured by large trees and long veranda roof, but a lovely lake it is! It is a 5-min walk to town centre.
Nick
Nick, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 3, 2023
A great site for our post-Milford Track recovery night. A hot shower, comfortable bed, clean room and friendly staff. Easy access to restaurants and shopping.
Gordon
Gordon, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 22, 2023
Beautiful room over looking the lake, big ensuite and cooking facilities downstairs
Matthew
Matthew, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 15, 2025
Very well laid out communal cooking, dining and lounge areas. Perfect place for affordable accommodation that is across from the lake and minutes from the town centre. This is the perfect place for young adults upwards, they clearly state no young children. My private ensuite room was very clean and comfortable with lake views and a blacony area. The only thing about my room is they need to fix the front facing window so you can open it especially as the weather warms up
Diane
Diane, 5-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Dec 20, 2023
Stunning views
Everything was great except the comfort of the bed. Views stunning. Communal kitchen a great set up.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Oct 22, 2023
On first arriving you think you’ve checked in to a backpackers, there’s multiple options at this property and each one is satisfactory for the price, we loved our room which was Greenstone room overlooked the lake and was very comfortable, for the price compared to other properties on Lakeside 10 out of 10.
John
John, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 5, 2024
We loved Te Anau. The loft was great. Comfortable bed. Nice decor. The community kitchen was well stocked with supplies and clean. We appreciated being able to do laundry. The property was well-located and peaceful.
Jodi
Jodi, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Dec 4, 2024
The tea and coffee provided in the room were poor- powdered with creamer and sugar. we'd prefer them unmixed and fresh milk to be available. Otherwise, good and a great outlook of the lake
Ian
Ian, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 29, 2023
My stay at Lakewood Lofts in Te Anau was the highlight of my trip around New Zealand. This place is truly a gem! Situated right on the lake, the location couldn't be more perfect. The experience of watching the snowfall over the lake from the comfort of the Lofts was nothing short of magical. The serene and picturesque setting provided an unforgettable backdrop to our stay. Everything about Lakewood Lofts, from the warm and inviting atmosphere to the stunning natural beauty right at our doorstep, was absolutely wonderful. It's a rare find that offers a perfect blend of comfort and natural beauty. I can't recommend it enough to anyone visiting Te Anau.
Sarah
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 11, 2022
Beautiful amazing simple location
DROR
DROR, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 26, 2023
Comfortable, convenient and lovely view.
Very clean, easy walk into town and lovely view from the balcony.
Verified traveler
2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 3, 2023
The room was clean and warm with a good view of the lake
Shirley
Shirley, 5-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Mar 30, 2023
clean and tidy and comfortable .Good spot
jim
jim, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 11, 2023
Gorgeous lake view
Beautiful room with gorgeous balcony lake view. Totally enjoyed dinners on our balcony.
Crystal
Crystal, 4-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Dec 12, 2023
This is a great place for backpackers. Internet very poor though and not great recycling/no organic waste composting or collection
Marilynn
Marilynn, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Feb 10, 2023
Great location overlooking the lake.
Shared kitchen facilities good but cleanliness reliant upon other residents. Also noise at night reliant upon consideration of other residents.
John
John, 2-night trip
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6/10 Good
Apr 5, 2025
Ok property but not better than others
Decent property, close to everything.
Tv in room required a special app to use which we didn't have so no tv for two nights. Really, how expensive is basic cable?
The room was expensive for what we got.