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At the motel each room is fitted with air conditioning, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a kitchenette, a dining area and a private bathroom with free toiletries, a shower and a hairdryer. At Annies on Milford every room is fitted with bed linen and towels.

it was everything you want clean quiet walking distance to town lovely people

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9.6
Exceptional
691 reviews
Price from
£94
per night

Located in Te Anau, less than 1 km from Fiordland Cinema, Dusky Motels provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a tennis court. Located around 2.8 km from Ivon Wilson Park, the motel with free WiFi is also 3.1 km away from Lake Henry. The property is non-smoking and is situated 1.7 km from Te Anau Glow Worm Caves.

Great place to stay, super clean and comfortable.

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9.2
Superb
401 reviews
Price from
£77
per night

Located on the shores of Lake Te Anau, Fiordland Lakeview Motel and Apartments offers self-contained accommodation with free Wi-Fi and lake and garden views.

Guests can relax and enjoy the views and surrounding lovely gardens. Fiordland Lakeview Motel and Apartments are 10 minutes’ walk from Te Anau Town Centre.

I have stayed here a few times. The unit has been upgraded with new fittings and furnishing. I was really impressed! What I like is the lakefront view. Will come back!

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9.3
Superb
666 reviews
Price from
£130
per night

Free Wi-Fi and online New Zealand newspapers are available throughout the motel. Secure luggage storage and a 2 guest laundry's are provided. There is a library of DVDs, games and books available at reception.

Property was so clean. Best I have seen in a long time.

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9.3
Superb
298 reviews
Price from
£185
per night

Free Wi-Fi, free BBQ facilities and free parking are on offer at Lakeside Motel & Apartments. It is located 5 minutes’ walk from Te Anau Wildlife Park and features accommodation with lake or garden views.

One of the best rooms in NZ, we had lots of space, it is very close to the center, 10 min walk, the view from the living room was amazing. It is worth it to take a room with a view to the lake.

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8.8
Fabulous
1,602 reviews
Price from
£83
per night

ASURE Explorer Motel & Apartments feature a beautiful garden setting, a 2-minute drive from Fiordland National Park Visitor Centre. It offers a barbecue area, free parking and free Wi-Fi access.

ASURE Explorer Motel & Apartments are a 5-minute walk from Te Anau town centre and the departure point for the Glow Worm Caves. It is a 5-minute drive from Te Anau Wildlife Park.

I asked the owner(mam) about the details of kitchen and she kindly gave me good advise. Guidance of the room also very kind.

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8.9
Fabulous
1,154 reviews
Price from
£85
per night

Alpine View Motel was one of the first motels built in Te Anau approximately 50 years ago. It features accommodation with mountain views. Free WiFi is available throughout the property.

Just 100 metres from Lake Te Anau, Alpine View Motel features beautiful garden and mountain views. There is a children’s playground and BBQ facilities on site.

Well located, spacious and with everything you need for your stay

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8.5
Very good
1,794 reviews
Price from
£64
per night

Amber Court Motel offers modern accommodation in a quiet location, just 2 minutes’ walk from Lake Te Anau. All units include kitchenette facilities, satellite TV and electric blankets. Guest enjoy free Wi-Fi access daily.

The room was nice and clean and the staff were lovely. Location was a nice walk from the lake. Great spot to stay.

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8.6
Fabulous
1,031 reviews
Price from
£89
per night

Just 2 minutes’ walk from Lake Te Anau, Aden Motel offers self-contained accommodation with free unlimited WiFi. Set in lovely gardens, this eco-friendly motel features an outdoor seating area, a children's playground and BBQ facilities.

Clean, convenient- great location. Comfort

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8.9
Fabulous
1,297 reviews
Price from
£79
per night

Just 2 minutes’ walk from Lake Te Anau, Anchorage Motel Apartments offer self-contained accommodation with free Wi-Fi, a fully smart TV with NETFLIX, U-tube, TVNZ on demand and freeview, and a DVD player. Guests can relax in the garden, which features barbecue facilities and a seating area.

the room is amazing. it is spacious and clean.

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8.4
Very good
1,262 reviews
Price from
£69
per night

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Both travellers on the road and on a budget rely on motels for convenient stops with reasonable rates. Direct access to parking makes a motel an easy place to catch some sleep after a day of driving. The relatively smaller size of this accommodation type can also help to make check-in quick and easy.
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  • Dusky Motels
    Budget options available
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 400 reviews

    Located in Te Anau, less than 1 km from Fiordland Cinema, Dusky Motels provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a tennis court.

    Perfect stay. Clean, cosy and close to Christchurch.

  • Lakeside Motel & Apartments
    Budget options available
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,602 reviews

    Free Wi-Fi, free BBQ facilities and free parking are on offer at Lakeside Motel & Apartments.

    The view is amazing and the staff is really helpful

  • Alpine View Motel
    Budget options available
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,794 reviews

    Alpine View Motel was one of the first motels built in Te Anau approximately 50 years ago. It features accommodation with mountain views. Free WiFi is available throughout the property.

    Clean, cute hotel and friendly and welcoming staff!

  • Aden Motel
    Budget options available
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,298 reviews

    Just 2 minutes’ walk from Lake Te Anau, Aden Motel offers self-contained accommodation with free unlimited WiFi.

    Lovely owners. Cute puppy. Incredibly comfy bed.

  • Anchorage Motel Apartments
    Budget options available
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,262 reviews

    Just 2 minutes’ walk from Lake Te Anau, Anchorage Motel Apartments offer self-contained accommodation with free Wi-Fi, a fully smart TV with NETFLIX, U-tube, TVNZ on demand and freeview, and a DVD...

    Everything was amazing, definitely recommend ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

  • Red Tussock Motel
    Budget options available
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,264 reviews

    Situated on the lake front in Te Anau, Red Tussock Motel offers a selection of comfortable, serviced apartments, from Studios to 1, 2 and 3 Bedroom apartments.

    Clean spacious comfortable had everything we needed

  • Parklands Motel
    Budget options available
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 826 reviews

    Located in the heart of Te Anau, Parklands Motel offers free WiFi internet access and free car parking. All rooms have their own bathroom. Electric blankets and linen are included.

    Very good location; modern large room; daily room service

  • The Village Inn Hotel
    Budget options available
    7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,012 reviews

    Just 5 minutes’ walk from Lake Te Anau, The Village Inn features a restaurant, a garden and a bar with a large stone fireplace.

    Size of the room, quality food, good breakfast buffet

Great access to the city centre! Check these motels in Te Anau

  • Annies on Milford
    Central location
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 691 reviews

    Located in Te Anau, less than 1 km from Fiordland Cinema, Annies on Milford provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a terrace.

    Clean, spacious with all the facilities you need. Great location for 5 min walk into town

  • Radfords on the Lake
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 299 reviews

    Offering lake and mountain views, Radfords on the Lake is located across the road from Lake Te Anau. Free car parking is provided outside each apartment.

    Friendly welcome - really comfortable pillows and beds

  • Fiordland Lakeview Motel and Apartments
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 667 reviews

    Located on the shores of Lake Te Anau, Fiordland Lakeview Motel and Apartments offers self-contained accommodation with free Wi-Fi and lake and garden views.

    Great views of the lake from our ground floor unit.

  • ASURE Explorer Motel & Apartments
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,154 reviews

    ASURE Explorer Motel & Apartments feature a beautiful garden setting, a 2-minute drive from Fiordland National Park Visitor Centre. It offers a barbecue area, free parking and free Wi-Fi access.

    Everthing was top. Best motel we've stayed in.

  • Lakefront Lodge
    Central location
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 442 reviews

    Located on the shores of Lake Te Anau, Lakefront Lodge offers self-contained units with free WiFi, cooking facilities and satellite TV. Heating, electric blankets and heated towel rails are provided.

    Lovely apartment, very friendly and helpful staff.

  • Marakura Deluxe Motel
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 213 reviews

    Set in Te Anau and with Te Anau Glow Worm Caves reachable within less than 1 km, Marakura Deluxe Motel offers a tour desk, non-smoking rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi and a terrace.

    A beautiful view of the lake. All the comforts of home.

  • Arran Motel
    Central location
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 411 reviews

    Arran Motel offers self-catering accommodation in the village of Te Anau, close to the world-famous Milford Sound. Apartments feature free Wi-Fi and flat-screen satellite TV.

    Great location, beautiful and inviting, very clean

  • Bella Vista Motel Te Anau
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 492 reviews

    Bella Vista Motel Te Anau offers 4-star accommodation, conveniently situated 5 minutes' walk from the Te Anau town centre where you will find shops, entertainment, restaurants and cafes.

    Everything. Comfortable, clean and perfect location.

  • Te Anau Motel & Apartments
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 516 reviews

    Set in Te Anau, a few steps from Te Anau Glow Worm Caves, Te Anau Motel & Apartments offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a terrace.

    Very clean and well equipped , location was perfect

  • Birchwood Cottages
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 291 reviews

    Set in lovely gardens just 5 minutes' walk from Te Anau city centre, Birchwood Cottages offers self-contained units with a private patio and views of the Fiordland Mountains. It provides free WiFi.

    Convenience if location, friendly staff, flexibility

  • Amber Court Motel
    Central location
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,031 reviews

    Amber Court Motel offers modern accommodation in a quiet location, just 2 minutes’ walk from Lake Te Anau. All units include kitchenette facilities, satellite TV and electric blankets.

    Staff were both great, very friendly and considerate.

  • Edgewater Motel
    Central location
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 702 reviews

    Featuring free WiFi, this motel is located less than 5 minutes’ walk from tranquil Lake Te Anau and the Fiordland World Heritage National Park.

    clean and more than comfortable. perfect in many ways

  • Alpenhorn Motel
    Central location
    7.1
    Scored 7.1
    Good
    Rated good
     · 584 reviews

    Located just 5 minutes’ walk from Te Anau town centre, Alpenhorn Motel offers self-contained rooms with free Wi-Fi, an en suite bathroom and kitchen facilities.

    Location Check in and out process Parking was easy

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Motels that guests love in Te Anau

  • 8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 516 reviews
    Our motel was immaculately clean & we loved the separate living area, which meant we could spread out. Kitchen had all that we needed, bathroom was well equipped. The weather was lovely so we appreciated the outdoor seating so we could enjoy the afternoon sunshine. We were able to walk to the main street for meals along the lakefront. The guest laundry was also a bonus.
    Lynnette
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £76.54
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,794 reviews
    Lovely motel with kindly staff.
    Surasak
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £76.54
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,794 reviews
    We had a great stay at Alpine View Motel. The room was very clean (even the sheets and towels smelt clean), the location was quiet and it was very comfortable for our family of five. We were given a generous bottle of milk upon arrival and the kitchen had all the key things we needed to make breakfast each morning. My children particularly enjoyed the on-site playground and it was a very easy walk to both the lake and into town. Thank you for a great stay.
    Aimee
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £115.75
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 39 reviews
    We absolutely loved our stay - would highly recommend ! The cottage is beautifully and considerately decorated and so comfy. Made a lovely change from motels - would have loved to stay longer ! The location is great, just a five minute walk from the waterfront and ten minutes from the shops. We were able to properly relax and enjoy the space. The only improvement we could think of is if there was a stove top for cooking (but we knew in advance that the property didn't have that so it's not a criticism).
    Laura
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £68.51
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,262 reviews
    The room was really nice, very clean and comfortable. Reception lady was very pleasant. The Anchorage Motel was one street back from Lake Te Anau and a short walk to The Te Anau Club where we had a lovely tea.
    Jane
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: £79.37
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,298 reviews
    Our room was so clean. The cleanest room we had been in since being on the road and going to different motel/hotels.
    Sheila
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £85.28
    7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,012 reviews
    Vintage outback style inn. Cozy room, central location in Te Anau. Is free parking right at your motel doorstep. Love the led light mirror in the bathroom.
    Rachel
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £49.61
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,857 reviews
    The private lake view room we had was perfect - like a hotel room with all the usual amenities, but with a really reasonable price. Good location close to town and you could also use the common facilities if you wanted to. We got a parking spot most of the time, but if not, there was free parking on the road.
    Ellie
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £49.61
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,857 reviews
    The hostel was conveniently located and on the waterfront. The staff were really polite and helpful. The room and bed were comfortable. There is free parking on site or on the roads at the front and back. There isn't a lot going on in Te Anau so for me it was a place to pass through on the way to Milford Sound
    Sian
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £55.75
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,144 reviews
    - Good location, easy to walk to town - Free parking - Laundry facilities - It was a dated motel but clean
    Delanie
    Young couple
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