te anau

The venue

100% NZ owned and operated! Our unique surroundings make for a truly relaxing and memorable place to stay. The wonderfully scenic, untouched wilderness of Fiordland National Park offers a stunning backdrop of any function or event. Located conveniently in the heart of Te Anau town centre, its just a short stroll from Lake Te Anau and the wonders it has to offer.

Te Anau

Nestled on the edge of the South Island’s largest lake, Te Anau is the spectacular stepping off point for those exploring the wilderness of Fiordland or those wanting to savour a place of peace and relaxation. With a full range of shops and accommodation providers, Te Anau is the perfect place to stay and experience the friendliness of small-town New Zealand. Stock up on all you need for outdoor adventures, and then stay for restaurants, lake cruises, glow worm caves, jet boating or even a glimpse of the rare, flightless takahē at Punanga Manu o Te Anau, Te Anau’s Bird Sanctuary.

Restaurants and dining 

Whether it’s sampling local specialties like venison or crayfish, dining with lake views or grabbing a coffee or pizza on the main street, Te Anau offers something for every taste bud.

Check out the full list of restaurants and cafes in Te Anau.

Activities

The proximity of three of New Zealand's ten Great Walks places Te Anau firmly on the map as New Zealand’s walking capital. Here, you can set off on the Milford Track, Kepler Track and Routeburn Track and other multi-day hikes.

Many of Te Anau’s activities are focused around its stunning lake and easy access to Fiordland National Park. Activities include:

Check out the full list of activities in and near Te Anau.

Getting there

Accommodation  

See accommodation page.