Fiordland Lodge

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.

What a beautiful hideaway! One cannot feel a sense of calm and warmth once you step through the door. James, Haley, and the entire team of done a spectacular job of making a very special place. The rooms are warm and inviting with comfortable beds and free snacks! The meals in the dining room are excellent. We went to several 2/3 hat restaurants during our trip and the meals we had at the Lodge compared very favorably. Also, be sure to take time to visit the Sauna and hot tubs: a gentle breeze and a lovely view to relax to. All of this against the backdrop of a spectacular view visible from almost every point within the lodge. Cannot wait to return! In short, my father wasn’t at the lodge for more than 5 minutes before asking when we could all come back.

What an incomparable stay. Our day's journey to Te Anou took a little longer than anticipated, so our arrival was pushing the outer envelope of the dinner hour. Andy, Haley and the others didn't hurry us. We got settled, enjoyed the cocktail time in the lounge and the full dinner experience. The wine list featured Otago offerings. The dinner menu allowed a selection between two starters and a couple of mains, all exquisitely prepared and presented. Don't look for steakhouse fare; the offerings the three nights we were there included duck, rabbit, seafood and more. Everything was tasty. Desert featured a cheese plate, sorbet and a rotating option, usually involving chocolate. The décor of the lodge was in keeping with the setting near Fiordland National Park. Heavy timbers. Lots of light. Open spaces. The fireplace lounge was very comfy. We were a party of six. My wife and I lucked out and drew a great room on the second floor, with a separate sitting area in addition to the bedroom. Very homelike. Siblings were jealous. The one drawback I remember was the coffee/espresso machine was a bit complicated for me. The grounds are nice to explore, and our first morning on site we were treated to a double rainbow over the lake, which seemed to last forever. There is a helipad on the property, so if noise bothers you, be forewarned. It was not bothersome to me. The Lodge is convenient to the business district of Te Anou and we got helpful hints from the staff about how much time to allow to make the various activities we planned. Andy helpfully allowed us to leave our luggage there for a day after our stay, while we took an overnight cruise on Doubtful Sound. The three days there were much too short.