Te Anau Central Backpackers
About this property
Comfortable Accommodation: Te Anau Central Backpackers in Te Anau offers carpeted floors and private bathrooms. Ground-floor units provide easy access, while shared bathrooms cater to larger groups. Essential Facilities: Guests enjoy free WiFi, a lounge, shared kitchen, outdoor seating area, picnic area, full-day security, bicycle parking, and a tour desk. Free on-site parking is available. Local Attractions: Fiordland Cinema is less than 1 km away, while Te Anau Glow Worm Caves are a 14-minute walk. Ivon Wilson Park, Lake Henry, and Te Anau Wildlife Centre are within 3 km. Hiking trails surround the area.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Megan
New Zealand
“I got upgraded to a single room from a 4 bed female dorm so that was a lovely surprise when I checked in, Hamish was great and I was happy with my stay there, I'd recommend it.” - Anthony
New Zealand
“I stayed in a room with 8 beds and had a great nights stay. Facilities were ideal and you are provided with everything you need. Location is great, close to the town and the lake for a nice walk. I forgot my earpods went I left early that morning...” - Lesley
New Zealand
“Lovely atmosphere. Close to where we needed to be.” - Sabrina
Switzerland
“Nice and very clean hostel in the heart of Te Anau. Great indoor and outdoor facilities and the staff was very welcoming an friendly. Even though we were in a dorm, it was a really quiet and relaxed atmosphere.” - Kelsea
Australia
“Reception staff was lovely and very helpful. Dorm room and bathroom was clean and comfortable. Kitchen was large and well equipped.” - Julie
Australia
“location was fantastic, great staff and very comfortable accomodation” - Sheila
United Kingdom
“Great location. Lovely staff. The building seems to be purpose build and the facilities (kitchen, out door space, eating and other shared areas), are very good … a bit more attention on sound proofing would have made it even better” - Colin
United Kingdom
“Friendly staff, thanks Hamish, great facilities. Central location with shops pubs etc nearby. Car parking. Plenty of sofas and blankets. Well equipped kitchen” - Hakon
Germany
“Super nice staff, clean, comfy, well equipped and good location.” - Shau
Taiwan
“The location is good, very close to the lake and the street, you can get everything you need then back to the lake for a easy walk.”
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House rules
Child policies
Children older than 12 years are welcome.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.




The fine print
Please note that there is a 2% charge when you pay with when using a Visa, Mastercard & Amex credit card.
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.
Please inform Te Anau Central Backpackers in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.