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Shakespeare House

3.0 star property

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A modern house with a patio area featuring a wooden table and chairs, surrounded by lush greenery and flowering plants.
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King Ensuite Room, Non Smoking | Soundproofing, iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free), bed sheets
A spacious room with wicker furniture, large windows, and a ceiling fan.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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10 Dusky Street, Te Anau, 9600
  • Place, Fiordland Cinema
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Luxmore Jet
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Fiordland National Park Visitor Centre
    ‪6 min drive‬

Room options

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King Ensuite Room, Non Smoking | Soundproofing, iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free), bed sheets

King Ensuite Room, Non Smoking

7.8 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a window with a view of greenery, a wooden slat wall, and two wicker chairs.

Twin Ensuite Room, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Te Anau

Lake Te Anau is within a 5-minute walk of Shakespeare House while other popular sites like Fiordland Cinema are within a 15-minute stroll. This 3-star bed & breakfast has 9 guestrooms and offers conveniences like free breakfast, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Fiordland Cinema - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Luxmore Jet - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Fiordland National Park Visitor Centre - 6 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Ivon Wilson Park - 7 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Ivon Wilson Scenic Reserve - 7 min drive - 2.5 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Alpine Centre Cafe and Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Kea Cafe - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Ditto - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Ranch Bar And Grill - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Kiwi Cafe - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Shakespeare House

Guests of Shakespeare House enjoy access to free WiFi in public areas, conference space, and a business center. You can put free parking to good use if you drive. Front-desk staff can assist with tours/tickets and luggage storage. Additional amenities include a microwave in a common area, a refrigerator in a common area, and free newspapers.
Guests can expect to find flat-screen TVs and stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Coffee makers and free newspapers are also standard.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
  • WiFi in public areas is free with a 2-device limit

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 8:30 AM

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business center
  • Conference space

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • Picnic area

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 (single-level property)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Reception hall
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Free daily newspapers
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 3 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 2:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 2 weeks before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • This property doesn't allow children 11 and younger (only guests older than 11 are allowed)

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3 percent

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
Masks are required at the property for guests without COVID-19 vaccination
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector.
  • Masks are required in public areas for unvaccinated guests.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • Free WiFi in public areas has a 2-device limit.

Property class

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

Property is also known as

Shakespeare House B&B Te Anau
Shakespeare House B&B
Shakespeare House Te Anau
Shakespeare House
Shakespeare House Te Anau, Fiordland National Park
Shakespeare House Te Anau
Shakespeare House Bed & breakfast
Shakespeare House Bed & breakfast Te Anau

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do around Shakespeare House?

This bed & breakfast is located in Te Anau, just steps from Lake Te Anau. You'll also find Fiordland Cinema and Luxmore Jet less than a mile away.

How much does it cost to stay at Shakespeare House?

As of Jul 21, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Shakespeare House on Jul 24, 2026 start from $137, 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.

Is there parking available at Shakespeare House?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the bed & breakfast.

Does Shakespeare House include a casino?

No, Shakespeare House doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Shakespeare House?

No, there is no indoor pool at this bed & breakfast.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Shakespeare House?

Amenities at this bed & breakfast that appeal to couples include a free daily breakfast and a garden.

Does Shakespeare House have a hot tub?

No, this bed & breakfast doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Shakespeare House have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Shakespeare House offers free continental breakfast each morning though there is no restaurant.

Does Shakespeare House allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Shakespeare House though service animals are welcome.

Does Shakespeare House have connecting rooms available?

No, this bed & breakfast doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies at Shakespeare House?

No, there aren't any guestrooms at Shakespeare House that offer a balcony.

Shakespeare House Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 131 out of 196 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 46 out of 196 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 12 out of 196 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 196 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 196 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Fred

Easy to get to
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sherrie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The room was spotless and the owners are wonderful and welcoming. They have provided a lovely little community kitchen where we met many other friendly travellers. We thoroughly enjoyed being there. It is also a very nice location near the lake and restaurants, etc.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Homely modern motel/bnb - perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Dale

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a wonderful place to stay in Te Anau. The hosts Nathan & Liz are full of helpful info and tips to enjoy your stay. Breakfast is healthy and good variety. The room is clean neat and homey.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly Owners and great facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Xiaomin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location is great
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
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6/10 Okay

Yong

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Yes
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was perfect for resting after exploring around Te Anau. The host was engaging and gave terrific recommendations for the local area, as well as in our next destination in Queenstown.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Vani

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location! And the breakfast was pretty healthy!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hosts, modern interior.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Jacquelyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nathan and Liz were so kind and wonderful. We had a great stay at Shakespeare
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Sheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect stay

Lovely BnB very close to town center. Breakfast included. Large rooms, comfy beds and great hosts!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay. Very comfortable. Owners were wonderful and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
When staying at the Shakespeare house, you feel like you’re staying with family. We loved how friendly and helpful everyone was. Perfect location and comfortable for our short but sweet stop in Te Anau :)
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The friendliest staff!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Terrence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We had a wonderful stay. Liz and her husband were awesome. We felt welcome and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hosts were incredibly friendly and welcoming. We had just finished the Milford Track and it was the perfect place to spend the night! Very clean, dry, and overall just lovely.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
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8/10 Good

Karen

The king suite was spacious, comfortable, and dark/quiet at night. Super clean. Fridge and water kettle with extra counter and sink made basic food prep easy. Good Wifi and smart TV. Easy to walk to town and Milford Sound day cruise departures. Great tourist advice. Parking fine. Do understand that our spacious room is not the same for all. A peek into another showed a much more compact arrangement. Breakfast was a cereal, white toast/jam, and yogurt operation, but we supplemented in the romm to meet our tastes. Extras - like omelets - were available for extra $.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Calvin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fantastic hosts!

Great rooms though on the tiny side with a tiny teeny bathroom.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Kendall

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Has everything you need. It's very clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
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6/10 Okay

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness
Canned Fruit for Breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Liz is very helpful in providing information.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

KEVIN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay here. Our room, although not that big, was very clean. Slightly unusual set up though with the rooms all off a long communal sitting area. An easy 10 minute walk into the centre of Te Anau where there is a good selection of places to eat, plus a large supermarket.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed our stay at Shakespeare House. Nathan and Liz are incredible hosts and the other staff very friendly and helpful. They provide excellent breakfasts which set you up well for the day and provides an opportunity to chat with the hosts and other guests. We were all comparing outings from the previous day and learning of new activities to do. We extended our stay an extra night to see more of this beautiful area! We look forward to staying here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Roshni

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lovely location, a short walk away from the breathtaking views of Lake Te Anau and beyond. The room was lovely and the staff were lovely! As it was off season, we were the only ones on site for the duration of our stay. There was laundry on site, a nice and airy living/common space, the kitchen was available for most of the day, so you could borrow cutlery and plates as required, use the communal fridge if you needed. The staff were so kind too, happy to help you plan your day or find your way around town. I would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025