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Kingsgate Hotel Te Anau

3.5 star property
Lakefront hotel in Te Anau with free parking

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Dinner served, local cuisine
Standard Room, 2 Single Beds
Lobby lounge
Reception
Dinner served, local cuisine

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Room options

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Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds

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Superior Room (1 Double 1 Single)

Superior Room (1 Double 1 Single)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Accessible 1 Double 1 Single | Accessible bathroom

Standard Accessible 1 Double 1 Single

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Single Beds

Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Superior 1 King

Superior 1 King

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Room, 2 Double Beds

Superior Room, 2 Double Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds

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Standard Room, 1 Double Bed

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Triple Room

  • Sleeps 3

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1 bedroom, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

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1 bedroom, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Double Room

  • Sleeps 3

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1 bedroom, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Superior Twin Room

  • Sleeps 3

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1 bedroom, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Superior Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

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1 bedroom, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Superior King Room

  • Sleeps 2
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About the area

Located in Te Anau, Kingsgate Hotel Te Anau is in the city center and on a lake. Te Anau Golf Course and Te Anau Downs Jetty are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Te Wahipounamu and Fiordland National Park Visitor Centre. Kayaking and boat tours offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and hiking/biking trails nearby.
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20 Lakefront Drive, Te Anau, 9600

What's nearby

  • Fiordland National Park Visitor Centre - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Ivon Wilson Park - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Fiordland Cinema - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Te Anau Wildlife Centre - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Kepler Track - 5 min drive - 6.2 km

Getting around

  • Queenstown Intl. Airport (ZQN) - 113 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Alpine Centre Cafe & Bar - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Sandfly Cafe - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪The Fat Duck - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Kepler Track - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Bailiez Cafe - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Kingsgate Hotel Te Anau

Eco-certified hotel by the lake
You can look forward to a garden, laundry facilities, and a fireplace in the lobby at Kingsgate Hotel Te Anau. The on-site local cuisine brasserie, Jimmy Cooks Restaurant, serves dinner. In addition to conference space and a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), a banquet hall, and bicycle parking
  • A front-desk safe, 1 meeting room, and a porter/bellhop
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All 69 rooms include amenities such as free WiFi.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and hair dryers
  • 32-inch LCD TVs with digital channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, LED light bulbs, and refrigerators

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
  • WiFi in public areas is free with a 4-device limit

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; NZD 30 for adults and NZD 15 for children
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Jimmy Cooks Restaurant

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 969 square feet of conference space
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • On a lake

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Grab bar in shower (35 inches high)
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (40 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Built in 1978
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 6:30 AM - 11:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately NZD 30.00 for adults and NZD 15.00 for children
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 percent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Clean. We Care. We Welcome. (Millennium)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Free WiFi in public areas has a 4-device limit
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

National rating

Rating provided by Qualmark®, source of official star ratings for accommodation in New Zealand.

Property is also known as

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Kingsgate Hotel Te
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Kingsgate Hotel Te Anau Fiordland National Park
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Frequently asked questions

Is Kingsgate Hotel Te Anau pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Kingsgate Hotel Te Anau?

As of Aug 14, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Kingsgate Hotel Te Anau on Aug 15, 2025 start from CA $116.51, excluding 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.

How much is parking at Kingsgate Hotel Te Anau?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Kingsgate Hotel Te Anau?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Kingsgate Hotel Te Anau?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Kingsgate Hotel Te Anau located?

Located in the heart of Te Anau, this eco-certified hotel is steps from Lake Te Anau, Te Wahipounamu, and Fiordland National Park Visitor Centre. Luxmore Jet and Ivon Wilson Park are also within 10 minutes.

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Kingsgate Hotel Te Anau Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 276 out of 837 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 381 out of 837 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 128 out of 837 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 41 out of 837 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 837 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

lynette

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were great from the reception to the restaurant Dinner was delicious and desert - a very welcoming place that I recommend
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stop for the night and a great breakfast too.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Phil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall the property was very good, clean, good bed and quiet. Our room had a nice view of the lake and easy work to restaurants and services.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place, walk along lake front to town.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Sue

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed our stay. Staff were great, enjoyed the food and beds were really comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place, clean, quiet, walkable to restaurants and grocery stores. Very friendly staff. Also convenient tasty restaurant within also with friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Found Staff and Management excellent to deal with Hotel very axcessable to us older people thank you for our enjoyable two days regards May and Brian Hopewell
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Dorothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful scenery on the lake Very comfortable bed Nice shower Good was just ok
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elaine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very easy book in- book out service. Staff, particularly in restaurant with wonderful view, were very attentive, friendly and accomodating. Fiordland is stunning!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ease of parking Excellent service and great buffet dinner. Very comfortable bed...we overslept! Beautiful views across the lake to the hills. Convenient to town centre and splendid Te Anau Golf course where we hired a golfcart to play their picturesque treed fairways with good greens.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Florence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Our room was very comfortable. We liked the two armchairs and table facing the window to enjoy a glass of wine or a quick breakfast.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was nice and clean. Easy to check in.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Theresia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The Kingsgate is located a short walk from the town centre, on the lake front. It has a restaurant attached for breakfast / dinner. Staff were very friendly. The room itself was a bit dated, especially the bathroom could do with an update, but the bed was very comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raymond

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A great place to stay in a very nice town
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Glenn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good bed great staff
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is dated but has been well maintained. Bathrooms are small. Breakfast buffet was good, and staff were amazing. Front desk staff were friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gerald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed our stay & the staff were all very pleasant & helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nitin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lake front hotel, very good breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Steven R

The property is okay for 1 or 2 nights, parking can be an issue. The room was okay, nothing special but acceptable.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ange

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Wonderful staff, tidy toom with comfortable beds
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Lukas

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed the Hotel, butit is an older motel with thin walls and window. So we could hear the shower from the neighbour
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Nainesh

Good customer service
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

David and Gail

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Pleasant relaxing environment. All staff were pleasant and obliging. We only ate breakfast inn house. It was enjoyable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

JOSEPH

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great value for what it is. Depending on your room location outside noise can be an issue, but otherwise it's a great price for a clean simple room.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

kunal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice location and staff. Will visit again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023