58 Lakefront Drive, Fiordland, corner of Lakefront and Mokoroa, Te Anau
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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We immediately were happy with our choosing this lodge to stay in after our great check in experience with Kim. She was personable and helpful with suggesting beautiful sunset view walks and other hikes. We stayed so we could drive into Milford sound the next day for hiking. Close to walk to grocery store and town center. Big room! We would recommend this to friends and family, we would also stay here again ourselves. Thank you Kim and team!
Rachel
Response from Kim on May 5, 2024
Hi Rachel thank you for your kind review we are so pleased that you enjoyed your stay with us xxx
Great spot, loved the sunny afternoon picnic table lanai!
Walk along the lake from, and just away from the busy town intersection!
We spent 2 nights and enjoyed the area and unbelievable Milford Sound drive/cruise. Got great tips for rainy time from Host best was the video on the Fiordland at the local cinema!
Jami
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Response from Kim on Feb 24, 2024
Hi Jami we are pleased that you enjoyed your stay with and our lovely town.
If you want a great placevto stay in Te Anu then this is your spot. Close to town, quiet digs, amazing lake views and a host that has an amazing calm demeanour even when the apps have let us down! Five stars and More!
Kim
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Response from Kim on Feb 1, 2024
Thank you Kim for your kind review we are pleased that you enjoyed your stay with us.
The Lakefront Lodge was a great stay. A beautiful small hotel, in an even more beautiful location. Well appointed rooms with a great outside area. loved it!
SIMON
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Response from Kim on Dec 6, 2023
Thank you Simon for your kind review, we are pleased you enjoyed your stay with us.
We stayed for two nights at Lakefront Lodge and used as our base to visit Milford Sound and Doubtful Sound (both incredible!). Our hosts were lovely, just so helpful and so knowledgeable. Our room was terrific - spotlessly clean, super comfortable and we loved the lavender bags and chocolate on the pillows. A great stay and would recommend wholeheartedly.
JANE
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Response from Kim on Nov 29, 2023
Thank you Jane for your kind review we are pleased that you enjoyed your stay with us .
Super cozy but spacious. The jet tub was amazing.
Only thing I would say that could have made this place even better was if the beds were a little more comfortable (they weren’t bad but not what I would call ideal.
But we loved this place and the staff was super nice. Definitely recommend and we would definitely go back!
Stunning place to stay. Really comfortable clean rooms, most epic view, log cabin vibes. Will definitely come from Aussie again to stay here and have already told my friends to stay too
Ashley
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Response from Kim on Sep 2, 2023
Thank you Ashley for your kind review, we are pleased that you enjoyed your stay with us.
Excellent customer service, very clean. The room was very warm and the furnishings and linen were of excellent quality. Next time we are in Te Anau, I will try to book this place again.
Jeremy
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Response from Kim on Jul 21, 2023
Thank you Jeremy we are pleased that you enjoyed your stay with us look forward to seeing you again sometime.
Sweet little property across street from lake and walking distance to town. Felt very safe. Staff very accommodating. Nice size room and good amenities.
Sallie
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Response from kim on May 12, 2023
Thank you Sallie we are pleased that you enjoyed your stay with us
I wish we could have stayed longer! Comfortable , clean and great location. I hate that I forgot the lady’s name in the office but she was delightful and so helpful!!
Jerrie
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
Response from Kim on Apr 15, 2023
Hi Jerrie thank you for your kind review we are pleased that you enjoyed your stay with us .
Amazing location and such a beautiful place. We had the deluxe studio and the bed was very comfortable. We were made to feel very welcome. We had unit 1 and each unit had a lovely front patio which we got to enjoy the sunshine in.
I’d stay here again, it was lovely!
Lindsay
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
Response from Kim on Apr 7, 2023
Thank you Lindsay for your kind review we are pleased that you enjoyed your stay with us.
This lodge was in perfect location with beautiful mini botanic garden. Room is big and suite style with kitchen. Very clean with hot tub for relaxation after tired hikes.
Table and bench out side each room to sit out looking at the lake.
Great location in a beautiful town. Helpful staff who were able to offer recommendations and information. Clean and spacious place with plenty of room to sit and relax. Well appointed kitchen for basic needs.
Ines
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023
Response from Kim on Apr 7, 2023
Thank you Ines for your kind review , we are pleased that you enjoyed your stay with us.
10/10 Excellent
Marc
Mar 25, 2023
Marc
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Response from Kim on Apr 15, 2023
Thank you Marc
10/10 Excellent
Rosana
Mar 21, 2023
Was very nice and cozy.
Rosana
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023
Response from Kim on Mar 24, 2023
Thank you for your kind review
10/10 Excellent
kerry
Feb 23, 2023
kerry
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023
Response from Kim on Mar 3, 2023
Thank you we are pleased that you enjoyed your staywith us
What made this stay was the incredibly friendly welcome and how well equipped and spacious the accommodation was. Thank you
Sarah
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023
Response from Kim on Feb 15, 2023
Thank you Sarah we are pleased that you enjoyed your stay with us.
6/10 Okay
Kelly
Traveled with family
Feb 4, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
No air conditioning and no view of the lake “Lakeview Lodge”
Kelly
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023
Response from Di on Feb 5, 2023
Our temperatures this season have been on the higher side. as we normally only have this problem on the rear occasion. This maybe something we will review if these temperatures continue. Sorry but we are Lakefront lodge, not Lakeview and nowhere on our site or other sites does it state that units are direct lake facing. I do hope you enjoyed Te Anau.
This is a great place in a great location. Lots of little extras were provided. But no air conditioning and it was so hot every day in the room. The owner said tempscwere very unusual and no hotels on the south island provide air but research shows weather is often hot in the summer and all our ither hitels have had air. Wouldnt recommend staying in the summer
Verified traveler
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Response from Di on Feb 5, 2023
We thank you for your comments and agree that temperatures have been high this year which may I say we have all thoroughly enjoyed. What the problem is in Southland this year is that the humidity has also been extremely high, which is something us Southlanders have never had to worry about. This issue will be reviewed.
The lady at reception was very courteous and made our experience delightful. She was happy to answer all our questions and gave few tips about our drive to Milford Sound following morning. Overall it was a great experience and I am looking forward to coming back here.
YERRAGUDI RAMACHANDRA VAMSHI
Response from Kim on Jan 23, 2023
Thank you for your kind review we are pleased that you enjoyed your stay with us
Great location across from the lake (although there are no lake views, that's fine). Proprietor was incredibly helpful, and suggested locations to eat, etc.
Darren
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022
Response from Kim on Dec 10, 2022
Thank you Darren we are pleasedm that you enjoyed your stay with us