Distinction Te Anau Hotel And Villas

4.0 star property
4-star hotel near Luxmore Jet

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Exterior
Deluxe Villa Suite | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Lake View Room | Lake view
Exterior
Lounge

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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64 Lakefront Terrace, Te Anau, 9681
  • Place, Luxmore Jet
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Fiordland National Park Visitor Centre
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Fiordland Cinema
    ‪8 min walk‬

Room options

Lake View Room

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

Garden View Room

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

Villa Room

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

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

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

Deluxe Lakeview Suite

  • Lake view
  • 538 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe Villa Suite

  • Garden view
  • 603 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Suite With Lake View

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe Two-Bedroom Villa

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

Villa Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 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

Te Anau

On lake.With a stay at this Te Anau hotel, you'll be steps from Luxmore Jet and a 5-minute walk from Lake Te Anau. Fiordland National Park Visitor Centre and Fiordland Cinema are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Luxmore Jet - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Fiordland National Park Visitor Centre - 8 min walk - 0.5 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

4-star hotel near Luxmore Jet
Distinction Te Anau Hotel And Villas offers its guests a seasonal outdoor pool, a hot tub, and a sauna. Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A business center and a meeting room are available. A terrace, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the business-friendly Distinction Te Anau Hotel And Villas. Free self parking is available.

This 4-star Te Anau hotel is smoke free.

  • 112 guestrooms or units
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Conference center
  • Business facilities
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Distinction Te Anau Hotel And Villas offers 112 accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas and include desks. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

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

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

Things to do

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

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

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

  • No pets 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

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 50.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and JCB International. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in November and close in 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

How close is Distinction Te Anau Hotel And Villas to the airport?

Distinction Te Anau Hotel And Villas is 102.4 mi (113-min drive) away from the Queenstown Intl. Airport (ZQN) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Distinction Te Anau Hotel And Villas?

As of Apr 28, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Distinction Te Anau Hotel And Villas on May 9, 2026 start from $185, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Distinction Te Anau Hotel And Villas have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Distinction Te Anau Hotel And Villas.

How close is Distinction Te Anau Hotel And Villas to the beach?

This hotel is 11.7 mi (14-min drive) from Frasers Beach.

Does Distinction Te Anau Hotel And Villas offer free breakfast?

Distinction Te Anau Hotel And Villas offers free full breakfast every day from 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Distinction Te Anau Hotel And Villas?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

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.

Is there free parking at Distinction Te Anau Hotel And Villas?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Distinction Te Anau Hotel And Villas have a pool?

Distinction Te Anau Hotel And Villas features a seasonal outdoor pool.

Does Distinction Te Anau Hotel And Villas have a restaurant?

Distinction Te Anau Hotel And Villas is home to MacKinnon Room, which features al fresco dining, light fare, and brunch.

Does Distinction Te Anau Hotel And Villas have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Distinction Te Anau Hotel And Villas to downtown Te Anau?

Distinction Te Anau Hotel And Villas is 0.4 mi away from Te Anau.

Distinction Te Anau Hotel And Villas Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 304 out of 718 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 273 out of 718 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 104 out of 718 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 28 out of 718 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 718 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Uyapo

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness
I mostly loved our stay at Distinction Te Anau. The staff were amazing, the food was excellent, and we had beautiful views of the lake. It looks like renovations are underway. The bathrooms felt modern, while the bedrooms were a bit dated. One important note if you have mobility issues like me: you may be placed at the very end of the hall. I understand why, as there’s parking at the back and a shorter walk from the car, but if your plan is to enjoy the hotel facilities (breakfast, dinner, laundry, etc.), definitely ask for a ground-floor room closer to reception. That long walk had me rethinking my life choices… especially on the way from breakfast 😭. Accessibility aside, I genuinely loved our stay and would absolutely return! Now that I know exactly what to ask for next time! 🌿🏞️
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Alireza

Traveled with partner
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

8/10 Good

JoAnn

Traveled with partner
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

6/10 Okay

Emma

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Staff was kind. Rooms are dated and it was pretty pricey.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Nicole

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice base for exploring the Fiords.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

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

8/10 Good

Mark

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

8/10 Good

Taya

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

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

10/10 Excellent

SANDEEP

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Deepika

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay in Te Anu.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed for one night at the Distinction Te Anau. The room was clean, but a bit dated. Bathrooms looked recently upgraded/remodeled. The property is right on the lake and we had a nice lakeside view. Staff at the property were friendly and attentive. The hotel is a 5 minute walk from most of the restaurants although there are a few right next door. My stay offered free breakfast, and it was quite a nice breakfast spread. There was toast, pancakes, oatmeal, fruit, eggs (scrambled and boiled eggs), multiple juices, etc. and coffee. There were also decent little pastries. Their coffee was also pretty good. Usually hotel coffee for these types of things is pretty bad. If you are looking to go to Milford Sound a nice option is to stay in Te Anau for 1 or 2 nights and get the tour from here. The tour cost is substantially lower and you don't have to do the entire bus drive (5 hours ish from Queenstown) in one day which is a very long drive. Overall a good experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anand

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

10/10 Excellent

Beth

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anish

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheryl

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maxim

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

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

6/10 Okay

michael

Traveled with family and small children
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

10/10 Excellent

Robyn

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Christie

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eliza

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Free breakfast was great; room was spacious
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Traveled with partner
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