Kingsgate Hotel Te Anau

3.5 star property

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Standard Accessible 1 Double 1 Single | Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Standard Room, 2 Double Beds | Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Exterior
Standard Room, 2 Single Beds | Bathroom | Eco-friendly toiletries, hair dryer, towels, soap
Garden

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Business services
  • Laundry room

Explore the area

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20 Lakefront Drive, Te Anau, 9600
  • Place, Fiordland National Park Visitor Centre
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Luxmore Jet
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Ivon Wilson Park
    ‪7 min walk‬

Room options

Superior Room, 2 Double Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds

Superior Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

Standard Double Room

  • Sleeps 3

Standard 2 Doubles

  • Sleeps 2

Superior 2 Doubles

  • Sleeps 3

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds

Superior Room (1 Double 1 Single)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Room, 2 Single Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

Standard Accessible 1 Double 1 Single

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Superior 1 King

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(19 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Triple Room

  • Sleeps 3

Superior King Room

  • Sleeps 2

Standard Accessible 1 Double 1 Single

  • Sleeps 2

Superior Double Room

  • Sleeps 3

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About this property

Kingsgate Hotel Te Anau

A restaurant, conference space and laundry facilities are available at this smoke-free hotel. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, tour/ticket assistance, a garden and a fireplace at reception are on-site.
Kingsgate Hotel Te Anau offers 69 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. 32-inch LCD televisions come with digital channels.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and free toiletries. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.
Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Kingsgate Hotel Te Anau. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Te Wahipounamu. Enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking, plus a restaurant.
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self-parking
  • Enjoy a bite to eat at Jimmy Cooks Restaurant, a brasserie that serves local cuisine
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Services include tour or ticket assistance, a porter and luggage storage
  • Steps from Te Wahipounamu and Lake Te Anau
There's a restaurant on site. Public spaces have free WiFi. Event space at this hotel measures 969 square feet (90 square metres) and includes conference space. The business-friendly Kingsgate Hotel Te Anau also features tour/ticket assistance, a garden, and a fireplace in the lobby. Free self parking is available.

This 3.5-star Te Anau hotel is smoke free.

For a fee, guests can enjoy cooked-to-order breakfast on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM and at the weekend from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.
Jimmy Cooks Restaurant – This brasserie specialises in local cuisine and only serves dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.

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 transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

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.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Grab bar in shower (89 centimetre high)
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (102 centimetre 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 organised tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoke-free property
  • 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 and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 6:30 AM - 11:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
The front desk at this property is open daily from 6:30 AM - 11:30 PM.
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your 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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Hotel Te Anau
Kingsgate Hotel Te
Kingsgate Hotel Te Anau
Kingsgate Te
Kingsgate Te Anau
Kingsgate Hotel Te Anau Fiordland National Park
Te Anau Kingsgate Hotel
Kingsgate Hotel Te Anau Hotel
Kingsgate Hotel Te Anau Te Anau
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Kingsgate Hotel Te Anau Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 300 out of 899 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 403 out of 899 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 137 out of 899 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 45 out of 899 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 899 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

eric, las vegas

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shu

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s a nice little property by the lake. The room was clean, moderate size and I was able to get a room for the same day. The staff were very friendly. I also enjoyed the breakfast at the water front restaurant, the view was fabulous.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Kenez

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Okay hotel and friendly staff. A bit dated rooms and sadly a dirty bathroom with lots of hair in it. Good for one or two nights if you're staying in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Iain

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really helpful staff, gave a hand to take luggage upstairs. Room gave a view over the lake which was just a few yards away. Room was spacious and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice area
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Warwick

Staff were good
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Scott

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location is nice, the room was decent, parking was easy. We thought the buffet was over priced so we ate down the street. We would stay again though.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Ross

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great clean room. Comfortable. Staff helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Daniel in the restaurant was very professional and friendly, great to chat to in the evenings! Mark at check-in was also amenable and a friendly face on first arriving at the hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Gregg

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Better appointed room with more towels and a fan.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff went out of their way to make sure I had a great stay. Directly across from the lake which has a walking path.i wish I could have stayed longer, but I had a tour to catch the next morning.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was clean and tidy, conveniently situated for our needs. Very kind friendly staff
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

victoria

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and tidy rooms, warm rooms
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Garnett

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved this place!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean accomodation and great location
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Karen

Travelled with partner
Room was ok.. TV was fuzzy but staff moved us to another room which was great
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

JOHN

Travelled with partner
No Lift and only 1 person at the Reception to help you. Bathtub / Shower not safe for older tourists or anyone .Bathroom small and outdated
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Syed Hammad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Christine

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Hashim

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allison

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great stay. Cleaning staff, restaurant staff and everything else was great. Sophia at check in needs to smile and welcome arrivals. We felt like we had turned up at the wrong place.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely views, warm and quiet, well positioned. We had a great meal at the restaurant.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Kathi, auckland

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Room was warm and clean and the staff were friendly and accommodating. There were a few maintenance issues with the room such as corroded remote batteries, phone not working and the door lock constantly jamming which staff helped with where possible.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice large rooms, comfortable beds. We had a great 2 nights. Close to town. Only issue was the carparks are really small.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Allan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025