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Lakewood Lofts

3.0 star property
Beach guesthouse in Te Anau with free parking

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Superior Double Room | Lake view
Lake view
Superior Double Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets
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Superior Double Room | Bathroom | Shower, towels

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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48-50 Lakefront Drive, Te Anau, 9600
  • Place, Luxmore Jet
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Fiordland National Park Visitor Centre
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Ivon Wilson Park
    ‪10 min walk‬

Room options

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Superior Double Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Lake view

About the neighborhood

Te Anau

Lakewood Lofts places you next to Luxmore Jet and within a 5-minute walk of Te Wahipounamu. This 27-room, 3-star guesthouse welcomes guests with conveniences like free in-room WiFi, free self parking, and a library.
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What's nearby

  • Luxmore Jet - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Fiordland National Park Visitor Centre - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Ivon Wilson Park - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Fiordland Cinema - 10 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 - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Sandfly Cafe - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Milford Road Merchant - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪The Fat Duck - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Lakewood Lofts

Beach guesthouse in Te Anau with free parking
Lakewood Lofts features free WiFi in public areas, a library, and a terrace. You can take advantage of free parking if you drive. The front desk has multilingual staff that can help with tours/tickets and luggage storage. Other amenities at this beach guesthouse include laundry facilities, a garden, and a picnic area.
Guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Housekeeping is not available.
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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Things to do

  • Library

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Multilingual staff
  • No housekeeping service
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out before 10 AM

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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

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
  • Check-in: 2 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 17
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. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector.

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.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

National rating

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

Property is 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

Are free cancellation options available at Lakewood Lofts?

Lakewood Lofts provides free cancellation on certain room rates. To learn more, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What is there to do within easy reach of Lakewood Lofts?

Located steps from Luxmore Jet, this guesthouse is in Te Anau, and within a 10-minute walk of Lake Te Anau and Fiordland National Park Visitor Centre. You'll also find Fiordland Cinema and Te Wahipounamu less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at Lakewood Lofts?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the guesthouse.

Does Lakewood Lofts have a casino at the property?

No, Lakewood Lofts doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Lakewood Lofts?

No, there is no indoor pool at this guesthouse.

What do couples enjoy most about Lakewood Lofts?

Couples staying at this guesthouse will appreciate amenities like a terrace and a library plus some accommodations include lake views.

Does Lakewood Lofts have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this guesthouse.

Does Lakewood Lofts have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, Lakewood Lofts doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Lakewood Lofts allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Lakewood Lofts though service animals are welcome.

Does Lakewood Lofts have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this guesthouse.

Are there rooms with balconies at Lakewood Lofts?

No, at Lakewood Lofts, there aren't any accommodations that list a balcony.

Lakewood Lofts Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 48 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 48 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 48 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 48 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 48 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Diane, Nelson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Yuki

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

lynn

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Blair

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable place to stay! Beautiful lake views. Easy walk to restaurants and activities. We would love to come back !
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Ian

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Darlene

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

This is at the backpacker / hostel.

After booking the “loft” you get a message that you check in at the backpackers place. I thought this meant that they were short staffed and needed the backpackers reception to help out. Well, our room was at the backpackers’ place and located over the common area/kitchen. Walls in our room were thin so you can hear the conversations of others while they’re in the kitchen. There was a small wine fridge in our room which was a pleasant surprise. Faucet in bathroom was loose and the shower head hose was broken and sprayed everywhere. Would not stay here again because I’m not interested in staying at a backpackers’ hostel anymore at this point of my life.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

C

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Isobel

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cheree

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Meenal

Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Ronald

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Sarah

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Conveniently located (near to tourist centre), very good value for money, good communal kitchen with facilities.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jodi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Stunning views

Everything was great except the comfort of the bed. Views stunning. Communal kitchen a great set up.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

2/10 Terrible

Hannah

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Marilynn

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a great place for backpackers. Internet very poor though and not great recycling/no organic waste composting or collection
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gordon, Remsen

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.

8/10 Good

John

Traveled with partner
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.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful room over looking the lake, big ensuite and cooking facilities downstairs
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kieran

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable, well priced room.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

4/10 Poor

Justin

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall an ok stay. A bit of noise from the shared kitchen downstairs. The thing I'll remember though is that the shampoo/body wash in the shower was cut with water and almost no shampoo was left. That's super offputting. At that point don't provide any and have people provide their own.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

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