- Garden
- Free WiFi
- Free parking
- Bath
- Daily housekeeping
- Non-smoking rooms
- Safety deposit box
- Luggage storage
- Heating
- Parking on site
About this property
Situated next to Lake Te Anau, Kingsgate Hotel is within walking distance of the town centre. It offers excellent walking opportunities nearby and free onsite parking. Unlimited free WiFi is included. The comfortable rooms offer en suite bathrooms and modern facilities. The hotel has a communal lounge with a fireplace. Breakfast is served in the Jimmy Cook’s Restaurant, where you can sit and look out over the beautiful views of the lake all year round. Milford Sound, Doubtful Sound and Manapouri are easily accessible for day trips, which can be organised by Kingsgate staff. It is a 2-hour drive to Queenstown and Invercargill airports.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.9 for a two-person trip.
Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
Most popular facilities
- Free parking
- Free WiFi
- Non-smoking rooms
- Restaurant
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
- Breakfast

Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Linda
Australia
“Staff were fabulous and hotel was in a beautiful location across from the lake, within walking distance to the town.” - Ashleigh
New Zealand
“We asked for a room with a bath for the kids, and they made sure we had it. Very appreciated. Also, let us check in early.” - Nigel
New Zealand
“Great Hotel to stay at, a little bit dated but still comfy. Ate at the inhouse restaurant 2 nights in a row, middle of the road meals but no complaints and exceptional staff service.” - Julie
New Zealand
“This property was the perfect place to relax. Restaurant on site meant no need to worry about anything.” - Cindy
New Zealand
“Location across from lake Breakfast buffet Quiet room” - Christopher
United Kingdom
“Easy access staff super helpful. Dinner and breakfast available on site. Short walk to Centre of town Perfect location for walks” - Aaron
New Zealand
“The price, the quality of the beds. The service and the heating of the room” - Bec
Australia
“Staff were remarkable, nothing was a bother from the moment we arrived.” - Amanda
United Kingdom
“Nice big clean room with fridge/ milk / tea etc. Washing machines in the hotel. The grounds were beautifully kept. Very helpful staff.” - Andrews
New Zealand
“Super convenient. Good sized room and good bathroom, bonus with a bath.”
Hotel surroundings
Restaurants
- Jimmy Cooks
- CuisineLocal
- Open forBreakfast • Dinner
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Gluten-free
House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
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Cot and extra bed policies
The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
There are no extra beds available at this property.
All cots are subject to availability.






The fine print
Please note that there is a 2% transaction fee when you pay with a credit card or a Visa or MasterCard debit card.
There is no surcharge for payments made with EFTPOS or cash.
Please note that guests 12 years and older are charged as an adult.
A valid credit card must be presented on arrival, and be in the same name as the guests's name on the booking confirmation. For all pre-paid bookings, the credit card used to facilitate payment must also be presented on arrival.
The guest will be charged a prepayment of the total price at the time of booking.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.