Distinction Te Anau Hotel & Villas
-45.419314, 167.713678Overview
4-star lakeside retreat with a dedicated wedding chapel and renowned South Island cuisine
Amenities and Recreation
Distinction Te Anau Hotel & Villas offers a heated outdoor swimming pool with an enclosed seating area, a sauna, and a spa. Bicycle rental and access to a golf course are available for guests. The hotel also provides a day spa, a fitness room, and extensive landscaped gardens for outdoor activities.
Rooms and Accommodations
The property has 112 rooms that include villa suites and deluxe suites, each offering lake or garden views. All guestrooms come with a private bathroom, and villa units include a separate living area. Distinction Te Anau provides complimentary full cooked breakfast and free Wi-Fi to all guests.
Dining
MacKinnon Restaurant serves South Island cuisine prepared with locally sourced ingredients and offers panoramic views of Lake Te Anau. The Explorer Bar and Lake View Terrace provide cocktails and drinks overlooking the lake. Guests also have access to a coffeehouse on-site and special diet menus upon request.
Location and Activities
The hotel sits across from Lake Te Anau and the Fiordland ranges, within walking distance of the Te Anau Glow Worm Caves. Major Fiordland walking tracks and attractions such as Milford Sound and Doubtful Sound are easily accessible via nearby transport links. Distinction Te Anau Hotel & Villas also provides a tour desk and packed lunch service for day trips.
Weddings and Events
A unique lakefront glass chapel is available on the property for wedding ceremonies. The hotel's extensive gardens serve as a setting for outdoor events and activities. Business conferences and corporate events can be accommodated using the meeting and banquet facilities.
- Accommodations: 112 rooms including villa suites and deluxe suites
- Dining: MacKinnon Restaurant with South Island cuisine and lake views
- Weddings: Lakefront glass chapel for ceremonies
- Recreation: Heated outdoor pool, sauna, day spa, bicycle rental
- Location: Across from Lake Te Anau, close to glow worm caves and walking tracks
- Services: Tour desk, packed lunch service, free cooked breakfast
Rooms and availability
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Max:3 persons
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Bed options:2 Queen Size Beds2 King Size Beds1 King Size Bed or 2 Queen Size Beds
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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:1 Queen Size Bed1 King Size Bed
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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:1 King Size Bed1 Queen Size Bed
Facilities
Main facilities
24-hour reception
Bar/ Lounge area
Restaurant
Welcome drink
Coffee shop
Seasonal outdoor pool
Jacuzzi
Sauna
Sports & Fitness
- Hiking
- Horseback riding
- Cycling
- Golf course
- Fishing
Services
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Welcome drink
Dining
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Packed lunches
- Special diet menus
Business
- Business center
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cribs
- Children's menu
Spa & Leisure
- Seasonal outdoor pool
- Sun terrace
- Garden area
- Sauna
- Jacuzzi
Room view
- Garden view
- Lake view
Room features
- Heating
- Sitting area
- Patio
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Dining table
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Essential information about Distinction Te Anau Hotel & Villas
| 💵 Lowest room price | 295 US$ |
| 📏 Distance to center | 100 yd |
| ✈️ Distance to airport | 10.8 mi |
| 🧳 Nearest airport | Te Anau Manapouri, TEU |
Location
- City landmarks
- Nearby
- Restaurants
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