• TE ANAU
    5 Star Lakefront Accommodation

    Trip Advisor - Travellers Choice 2021

Welcome to Radfords on the Lake – luxury 5 star lakefront accommodation in Te Anau you will love. Wake up to views of stunning Lake Te Anau and the mountains of Fiordland National Park in one of our spacious, luxuriously appointed apartments. Radfords on the Lake is the perfect base from which to explore Milford Sound, Doubtful Sound, or the wider Fiordland National Park.

We are thrilled to announce Radfords on the Lake has been awarded Best Motel at the Hospitality New Zealand Business Awards 2024! This prestigious recognition reflects our ongoing commitment to excellence and the high standards we strive to achieve in hospitality.

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If the room you are interested in is unavailable online, please Call Kerri and she will help accommodate your needs, to suit you best. Or book directly through our website for special offers including priority early check-ins, long-term vehicle storage, and more!

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Studio Apartment

Studio Apartment

Spacious studio apartments that sleep a maximum of 2 people. Read more…

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1-Bedroom Suites

1-Bedroom Suites

These apartments have a separate living room and bedroom.ย Read more…

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Access 1-Bedroom

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Ground-floor units where access for wheelchairs has been maximized.. Read more…

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2-Bedroom Apartments

2-Bedroom Apartments

Larger apartments, well-suited to families & can sleep up to 6. Read more…

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  • Radfords on the Lake is not just a hotel, it is a home away from home. Kerri is one of the nicest people you will ever meet. She loves her hotel, her town and everything around Te Anau. The room itself is nicely equipped with everything you need. A big bed, a nice kitchenette and a functional bathroom with a shower. Radfords is located right at the lake, within walking distance to the centre of town, the shops and restaurants. This is the place to stay if you want to relax and enjoy the area!
    Wala69 – July 2024  Read Reviews
  • Incredible property with lake views, excellent service. Radfords on the Lake was one of the best small hotels weโ€™ve ever enjoyed during our world travels! We visited Te Anau to be able to see Milford Sound. The hotel has a prime spot on the lake and offers beautiful views, as well as excellent accommodations. Upon checking in Kerri was warm and knowledgeable, providing recommendations on local dining / things to do - we enjoyed the Fiordland Cinema, Black Dog Bar, Sandfly Cafe, and Lakefront Cafe thanks to her guidance. She recommended several stops along the drive to Milford Sound for the views and she was spot on with all her recommendations. We had the best drive based on her list of must do stops! On top of that the hotel is in pristine condition and clearly shows pride of ownership. We were offered an upgraded room facing the lake which was well stocked and well maintained. From the bedding to the furnishings and appliances, it is clear that the owners put a lot of work into making their hotel high end despite the small size of the property. The washer and dryer on-site was fast and easy to use. Out of all our travelsโ€ฆthis is one place where we felt welcomed like old friends! Excellent value for the stay we enjoyed.
    colleen_cc – 2024  Read Reviews
  • Highly recommended to stay in this place if you visit Te Anau. Very cleaned, Modern, and beautiful accommodations. Very quiet and beautiful view. Itโ€™s really good for relaxing. Kerri is very helpful and friendly.
    Phetnara – September 2024  Read Reviews
  • This place was phenomenal!! Wonderfully situated on the lake with an ideal view and convenient (walking distance) to literally everything. Clean, comfy, and well-appointed. An excellent hostess who gave wonderful advice, booked all experiences, made reservations for dinner, you name it; this cannot be under-rated, as the weather conditions change rapidly in Fjordland and having someone who can help with bookings, advice, and changes of plans was immeasurably helpful! The little touches were amazing - water on hand to refill bottles, great laundry facilities, ease of parking, etc...Cannot recommend this place highly enough!
    Ronald – September 2024  Read Reviews
  • A lovely apartment style Lodging... looked very new and was immaculate. Spacious, not over the top fancy, but very nicely decorated and top tier linens. One of the better places we've stayed in several weeks across NZ, beating out some 5 star places. Lovely view of the lake.
    Susan – September 2024  Read Reviews

Our Environmental Promise

We are committed to preserving our beautiful surroundings and reducing our footprint on the environment.

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We're still on a high after we were awarded Best Motel at the Hospitality New Zealand Business Awards 2024! This prestigious recognition reflects our ongoing commitment to excellence and the high standards we strive to achieve in hospitality. We couldn't have done it without our amazing guests so a big thank you from us to all of the amazing visitors we have hosted over the years. 

Link in our bio for the full story.
Steve and I are immensely honored to receive the award for Best Motel in our industry. This recognition is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our entire team. We extend our appreciation to @seekom_ for sponsoring this award and to @hospitalitynz for organizing such a fantastic event that celebrates the best in hospitality.
Did you know that Fiordland is a great place to explore the night sky? There are some great spots along the Milford Road perfect for some stargazing. Chat to our team before you head off and we can provide you with โ€˜Star Chartsโ€™ and a โ€˜planisphereโ€™ and instructions on how to use them. Along with binoculars so you can get a closer look. 
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The last of the winter light over Lake Te Anau captured beautifully from the front of Radfords on the Lake by @travelnewzealandwithme 
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Did you know that last winter we completed new fit-outs to all the kitchens in all our units? This included adding dishwashers and coffee pod machines. The kitchens now have a modern finish with a contemporary feel. 

Every year we set out to refurbish or improve an area of the property ensuring we are always providing the highest quality accommodation to our guests.
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Are you planning your next winter escape in Fiordland. Once you book your accommodation with us make sure you book in dinner in one of the many delicious Te Anau restaurants. If you're not sure where to go, click the link in our bio to see some of few of our favourites.
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We received this wonderful review recently from a lovely guest while we (Kerri and Steve) were away on holiday. With Kylie in charge in our absence, we always know Radfords is in good hands. Kylie looks after Radfords like it's her own and we couldn't appreciate her more for her unwavering dedication and hard work. We love having Kylie on our team and our guests love her too.
Last month we celebrated the amazing Jeanette, an integral member of our team for the last 10 years and long term friend of Kerri's. A team player with the highest standards and an all round bloody good person. Radfords on the Lake would not be the same without her. Jeanette keeps the team in high spirits with her great sense of humour, we're a better team with her on it. Never one to say no to a glass or two of Merlot with some chips and kiwi onion dip after a long day. Jeanette, we want to say a huge thank you for all your hard work over the years, we appreciate you so much. We look forward to many more years together at Radfords on the Lake.
As the sun goes down on another year, we would like to take the opportunity to say a big thank you too all our lovely guests who visited us over the last year. We love sharing  beautiful Te Anau with so many people from near and far. We can't wait to welcome many more visitors in 2024. 

Wishing you all a happy and healthy new from Kerri, Steve, Shelley, Katie and all the team at Radfords on the Lake.
From the Radfords on the Lake family to yours, we wish you a very Merry Christmas ๐ŸŽ…๐Ÿฝ๐Ÿคถ๐Ÿผ๐ŸŽ„๐Ÿพ
If you are visiting Te Anau this summer make sure to add a trip on @fiordlandhistoriccruises to your bucket list. Enjoy a leisurely cruise across the south fiord of lake Te Anau into beautiful untouched wilderness. We can help you make a booking before you arrive so you don't miss out.
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