Distinction Te Anau Hotel and Villas offers chic, elegant accommodation for the perfect Fiordland getaway. Surrounded by extensive, colourful gardens and overlooking spectacular Lake Te Anau and the Fiordland ranges, this 4 star hotel and villa accommodation sets the tone for your stay in one of the world’s most breathtaking regions.
FeesOptional Fees Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately NZD 30–30 for adults, and NZD 15–15 for children The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. PoliciesKnow Before You Go The seasonal pool will be open from April to September.
Accomodation
Designed for your comfort, they offer 115 luxurious rooms, including standard hotel rooms, spacious villa suites, comfortable villa rooms, and deluxe suites, offering a breathtaking lake or garden view. Whether you are looking for a romantic escape, family holiday or a room to relax in after a day of work, you will find an accommodation style to suit your needs.
Garden View Hotel Room
Overlooking our expansive gardens, the Garden View Rooms have a tranquil and relaxing look and feel. These rooms offer two queen beds and a modern ensuite bathroom, with a shower over the bath. There is a bar fridge and tea and coffee making facilities and two armchairs to sit and relax. A hairdryer and an iron are also available in your room. Comfortable accommodation for a maximum of three guests.
Garden Villa Room
Set in amongst our expansive gardens, situated to the rear of the hotel, these cosy private rooms have one queen bed and a separate lounge for your added comfort. The ensuite bathroom features a shower. For that extra space, the Garden Villa Room can accommodate two guests comfortably.
Lake View Hotel Room
Spacious and superbly appointed deluxe guest rooms with striking views of Lake Te Anau from your window. You have a choice of two queen size beds or one king size bed. The Lake View rooms feature a modern ensuite bathroom with a shower over the bath. There is a refrigerator, tea and coffee making facilities to keep you refreshed and two armchairs to take in the view. The ground level Lake View Hotel Rooms feature an outdoor balcony with outdoor chairs. A hairdryer and an iron are also available in your room. Sophisticated comfort for a maximum of three guests.
Deluxe Two Bedroom Villa
Set among our aromatic rose gardens, the Deluxe Two Bedroom Villas are ideal for two couples or a family.
The Deluxe Two Bedroom Villas have two separate bedrooms, with a king and queen bed OR a king and two single beds, leading off to a comfortable lounge with all the conveniences.The Villa features a newly refurbished modern bathroom with a shower and modern conveniences.
A Deluxe Two Bedroom Villa can accommodate a maximum of five guests.
Deluxe Lake View Hotel Suite
For matters of the heart or the discerning traveller who likes plenty of room, the Deluxe Suites are luxuriously spacious and decadent. Situated on the second floor of the hotel they boast magnificent views over Lake Te Anau enjoyed from the privacy of your own private balcony. A generously sized lounge with all the comforts, including a writing desk, dining setting and a small entertainment bar with fridge and sink. The separate bedroom features a king sized bed and stunning lake views to wake up to. The adjoining, modern ensuite features a large spa bath, perfect for winding down in after a day of exploring.
Deluxe Garden Villa Suite
For a suite affair for two the spacious and luxurious Deluxe Garden Villa Suites have all the touches to make this a night to remember. Wine and dine in front of the flickering fire light of the gas fire place in your lounge, and enjoy a heavenly sleep on the super king size bed in your separate bedroom. The ensuite features a large spa bath to soak and relax and be pampered. For your added comfort a microwave and dining suite feature in the entertainment area. Located to the rear of the hotel, set in the garden grounds.
Deluxe Lakeview Suite
1 King Bed538-sq-foot room with lake views Layout - Bedroom, living room, and sitting areaRelax - Private spa tubInternet - Free WiFi Entertainment - Flat-screen TV Food & Drink - Refrigerator, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle, and room serviceSleep - Bed sheets Bathroom - Private bathroom, jetted bathtub and separate showerPractical - Safe, iron/ironing board, and deskComfort - Daily housekeepingNon-Smoking
1 King Bed538-sq-foot room with lake views Layout - Bedroom, living room, and sitting areaRelax - Private spa tubInternet - Free WiFi Entertainment - Flat-screen TV Food & Drink - Refrigerator, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle, and room serviceSleep - Bed sheets Bathroom - Private bathroom, jetted bathtub and separate showerPractical - Safe, iron/ironing board, and deskComfort - Daily housekeepingNon-Smoking
Deluxe Villa Suite
1 King Bed603-sq-foot room with garden views Layout - Bedroom, living room, and sitting areaRelax - Private spa tub and fireplaceInternet - Free WiFi Entertainment - Flat-screen TV Food & Drink - Refrigerator, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle, and room serviceSleep - Bed sheets Bathroom - Private bathroom, jetted bathtub and separate showerPractical - Safe, iron/ironing board, and deskComfort - Daily housekeepingNon-Smoking
1 King Bed603-sq-foot room with garden views Layout - Bedroom, living room, and sitting areaRelax - Private spa tub and fireplaceInternet - Free WiFi Entertainment - Flat-screen TV Food & Drink - Refrigerator, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle, and room serviceSleep - Bed sheets Bathroom - Private bathroom, jetted bathtub and separate showerPractical - Safe, iron/ironing board, and deskComfort - Daily housekeepingNon-Smoking
Lake View Room
2 Queen Beds301-sq-foot room with lake views Layout - Separate sitting areaInternet - Free WiFi Entertainment - Flat-screen TV Food & Drink - Refrigerator, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle, and room serviceSleep - Bed sheets Bathroom - Private bathroom, spring water bathtub Practical - Safe, iron/ironing board, and desk; rollaway/extra beds and free cribs/infant beds available on requestComfort - Daily housekeepingNon-Smoking
2 Queen Beds301-sq-foot room with lake views Layout - Separate sitting areaInternet - Free WiFi Entertainment - Flat-screen TV Food & Drink - Refrigerator, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle, and room serviceSleep - Bed sheets Bathroom - Private bathroom, spring water bathtub Practical - Safe, iron/ironing board, and desk; rollaway/extra beds and free cribs/infant beds available on requestComfort - Daily housekeepingNon-Smoking
Deluxe Villa, 2 Bedrooms
1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed or 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed538-sq-foot room with garden views Layout - Bedroom, living room, and sitting areaInternet - Free WiFi Entertainment - Flat-screen TV Food & Drink - Refrigerator, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle, and room serviceSleep - Bed sheets Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, free toiletries, and a hair dryerPractical - Safe, iron/ironing board, and desk; rollaway/extra beds and free cribs/infant beds available on requestComfort - Daily housekeepingNon-Smoking
1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed or 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed538-sq-foot room with garden views Layout - Bedroom, living room, and sitting areaInternet - Free WiFi Entertainment - Flat-screen TV Food & Drink - Refrigerator, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle, and room serviceSleep - Bed sheets Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, free toiletries, and a hair dryerPractical - Safe, iron/ironing board, and desk; rollaway/extra beds and free cribs/infant beds available on requestComfort - Daily housekeepingNon-Smoking
Garden View Room
2 Queen Beds301-sq-foot room with garden views Layout - Separate sitting areaInternet - Free WiFi Entertainment - Flat-screen TV Food & Drink - Refrigerator, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle, and room serviceSleep - Bed sheets Bathroom - Private bathroom, spring water bathtub Practical - Safe, iron/ironing board, and desk; rollaway/extra beds and free cribs/infant beds available on requestComfort - Daily housekeepingNon-Smoking
2 Queen Beds301-sq-foot room with garden views Layout - Separate sitting areaInternet - Free WiFi Entertainment - Flat-screen TV Food & Drink - Refrigerator, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle, and room serviceSleep - Bed sheets Bathroom - Private bathroom, spring water bathtub Practical - Safe, iron/ironing board, and desk; rollaway/extra beds and free cribs/infant beds available on requestComfort - Daily housekeepingNon-Smoking
Villa Room
1 Queen Bed301-sq-foot room with garden views Layout - Separate sitting areaInternet - Free WiFi Entertainment - Flat-screen TV Food & Drink - Refrigerator, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle, and room serviceSleep - Bed sheets Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, free toiletries, and a hair dryerPractical - Safe, iron/ironing board, and desk; rollaway/extra beds and free cribs/infant beds available on requestComfort - Daily housekeepingNon-Smoking
1 Queen Bed301-sq-foot room with garden views Layout - Separate sitting areaInternet - Free WiFi Entertainment - Flat-screen TV Food & Drink - Refrigerator, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle, and room serviceSleep - Bed sheets Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, free toiletries, and a hair dryerPractical - Safe, iron/ironing board, and desk; rollaway/extra beds and free cribs/infant beds available on requestComfort - Daily housekeepingNon-Smoking
Dining
The hotel's on-site MacKinnon Room Restaurant is renowned for offering the very best of South Island cuisine, prepared by their team of talented chefs. The Explorer Bar and Lakefront Terrace is a great spot for relaxing and enjoying the uninterrupted views of Lake Te Anau with the finest ales and wines.
The MacKinnon Room
A quality dining experience with a view of Lake Te Anau...
The Explorer Bar
The perfect location for a pre-dinner drink...
Recreation
Distinction Te Anau Hotel & Villas offers guests a range of recreation and leisure facilities including an outdoor swimming pool, spa, sauna and access to a fitness room.
Outdoor Heated Swimming Pool
Distinction Te Anau Hotel & Villas boasts an outdoor heated swimming pool, with an adjacent paddling pool and enclosed seating area. Our pool is a…
Spa Pool
Relax in the spa pool on a cold winter day, or unwind at night after a busy day of sightseeing around Fiordland. The spa is located in its own outdoor…
Sauna
After a workout, you may like to take some time out in our sauna. There is a separate sauna for men and women.
Fitness Room
Stay healthy on holiday - we have a small fitness room at our sister hotel - Distinction Luxmore, which is free for our guests to use. Located in the…
Massage
There’s a reason the massage services at the Distinction Te Anau Hotel and Villas are so popular with our guests. They’re a healthy, refre…
Outdoor Heated Swimming Pool
Distinction Te Anau Hotel & Villas boasts an outdoor heated swimming pool, with an adjacent paddling pool and enclosed seating area. Our pool is a lovely spot to spend a few hours during your summer holiday, taking a refreshing dip, resting on a sun lounger, or entertaining the kids.
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Relax in the spa pool on a cold winter day, or unwind at night after a busy day of sightseeing around Fiordland. The spa is located in its own outdoor, private setting, with plenty of space around you and nothing but the sky above you in the skylight.
View on mapSauna
After a workout, you may like to take some time out in our sauna. There is a separate sauna for men and women.
View on mapFitness Room
Stay healthy on holiday - we have a small fitness room at our sister hotel - Distinction Luxmore, which is free for our guests to use. Located in the Te Anau town centre, only a short stroll from our hotel, this is a great option to start the morning.
View on mapMassage
There’s a reason the massage services at the Distinction Te Anau Hotel and Villas are so popular with our guests. They’re a healthy, refreshing way to restore your energy and spirit.
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Weddings
One of the most important decisions you will have to make, after your personal commitment to each other, will be the choice of venue. The venue is the frame that surrounds and captures the beauty and delight of your wedding day. Modern, chic and elegant, Distinction Te Anau Hotel and Villas offers you a luxurious 4 star all-in-one wedding location, including ceremony, reception and accommodation. Distinction Te Anau Hotels and Villas will create a wedding that is uniquely yours. Choose from our wedding packages, or design your own, with the assistance of our wedding coordinator. Distinction Te Anau Hotels and Villas can cater for weddings of all sizes - from an intimate wedding for just the bride and groom to a larger wedding with up to 140 family and friends. Enjoy the experience of a lifetime and this unique landscape by having your ceremony on the glorious lakefront.
Pricing
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Location
Located on the Te Anau lake front, a short stroll from the Te Anau town centre. Distinction Te Anau Hotel and Villas is perfectly situated for you to make the most of this beautiful area.
