Fiordland Lodge

We stayed at Fiordland Lodge for 2 nights in December as part of a wedding. The lodge is situated just 5 minutes out of Te Anau, and is tucked away into the countryside off the beaten track. You could drive by a thousand times and not realise it was there... as you take a right and drive to the path towards to lodge, it reveals itself in all it's glory. You enter through big wooden doors and are greeted immediately and warmly. The main hall is absolutely stunning, looking out over rolling green and towards an amazing mountain range. The lodge is full of wood and every detail is considered. The rooms are incredible, heated bathroom floors, real animal rugs (we think seal...?) And just everything though about. Even a cafieterre for your coffee in bed in the AM...our room held the same view as the main hall, with a balcony running across 4 rooms in the stretch. Almost surreal... Food was outstanding. A surf and turf style crayfish and venison medley in the first evening for all. Breakfast was to order and hosted a selection of kiwi classics (mince on toast) and staples such as a cracking eggs benedict and full english choices. Just quality ingredients carefully considered and cooked really really well. Warm, homely but fine too. Drinks was mainly coffee - a cracking flat white in the morning. Espresso was bang on, not over or underextracted, and milk was ideally steamed, with a bit of latte art too. Exactly what you'd expect to find in a speciality roasters. I didn't ask for any cocktails as I don't believe the bar was set up for volume cocktail work, but great selection of beers, whisky and a brilliant wine list. All in, an amazing stay and somewhere we will never forget! Andy, James and all the staff really go above and beyond to make life special when you are there.

If you are looking for a special place to stay whilst visiting Te Anau or Milford Sound which offers luxury without stuffiness then this is the place for you. The rooms are beautiful with fabulous views across the lake. You are encouraged and welcomed to use the communal areas, for pre dinner drinks or just to sit and admire the views. James and his staff are friendly and nothing is too much trouble. The breakfasts are hearty and the dinners delicious.

We stayed at the Lake House at Fiordland Lodge a family of 4 for 2 nights before heading to Milford Sound. This was by far the nicest property we have stayed at during our 18 days in NZ. Breakfast provisions were easy to cook up & the pantry had plenty of items. We had planned to go to the store but just ate what was there & ate out in the evening in Te Anau. Great accommodations we will be back.

first class from beginning, My wife and I visited NZ forn 34 days and the Fiordland Lodge was one of the highlights of our visit. Wonderful place to stay rooms were top notch and the food was five star. The staff was just wonderful. Dave and Ellen Even Michigan USA

The perfect place to hang out when it’s cold outside. Everyone we met was very friendly and the food was exceptional. Open air hot tubs were wonderful. I’m not sure there’s many places like this - really spacious but cosy at the same time. Enjoyed the day trip to Milford Sound too.

What a wonderful hotel. The minute you pull up to the beautiful secluded spot you know this is a special place. Sitting on a small bluff outside of the town of Te Anau you are at a very quiet spot overlooking the mountains and fiord. The staff warmly greeted us upon arrival and even though we were several hours early they whisked us off to our room. The room was comfortable and well appointed with a million dollar view. The Lodge is a little remote and for this reason breakfast and dinner are included with your stay. The food was wonderful with the chef preparing a 3 course meal. You have a selection of several appetizers, entrees and desert. The food was wonderful. In the morning a lovely breakfast is thoughtfully prepared. The service in the restaurant was as expected our needs were attentively addressed. I would highly recommend a stay at the Fiordland Lodge.