"The hotel is not a hotel it is a motel . The drive to Te Anau is 20 mins. The view from the motel is beautiful. The beds are not comfortable, and the pictures on Expedia is a misrepresentation of what the property actually is."
"The hotel is not a hotel it is a motel . The drive to Te Anau is 20 mins. The view from the motel is beautiful. The beds are not comfortable, and the pictures on Expedia is a misrepresentation of what the property actually is."
"The room was clean and comfortable, and the location was fantastic. Restaurants and shops were just a short walk away, making it very convenient. The amenities were good, and having a laundry room on-site was a definite plus. Shared kitchen was clean. Overall, a wonderful place to stay!"
"The room was clean and comfortable, and the location was fantastic. Restaurants and shops were just a short walk away, making it very convenient. The amenities were good, and having a laundry room on-site was a definite plus. Shared kitchen was clean. Overall, a wonderful place to stay!"
"Great stay at Shakespeare House! Nice clean room and very modern. Great owners who were helpful with recommendations if things to do and providing assistance where needed"
"Great stay at Shakespeare House! Nice clean room and very modern. Great owners who were helpful with recommendations if things to do and providing assistance where needed"
"Great place to stay! Staff extremely friendly and helpful offering lots of suggestions of things to do and places to eat. Room was spacious and nice with lovely coffee on offer too."
"Great place to stay! Staff extremely friendly and helpful offering lots of suggestions of things to do and places to eat. Room was spacious and nice with lovely coffee on offer too."
"After sleeping in a van for a few nights, this place was the BEST. In the United States, ‘motel’ means cheap and maybe a little gross, but this place felt cleaner than most hotels and had such useful kitchenettes in the rooms. Best warm shower and heated blankets. I’m honestly disappointed we couldn’t spend another night!"
"After sleeping in a van for a few nights, this place was the BEST. In the United States, ‘motel’ means cheap and maybe a little gross, but this place felt cleaner than most hotels and had such useful kitchenettes in the rooms. Best warm shower and heated blankets. I’m honestly disappointed we couldn’t spend another night!"
"We got in late and the hotel accommodated us and had everything ready. And then when I forgot an item in the room the hotel had it easy for us to pick up at a later time. Would definitely recommend and stay there again."
"We got in late and the hotel accommodated us and had everything ready. And then when I forgot an item in the room the hotel had it easy for us to pick up at a later time. Would definitely recommend and stay there again."
"Very clean, neat house just a 5min drive away from town centre. Really enjoyed the stay, very comfortable! However, minor thing to note is that there is only 1 air conditioner in the living area. Rooms can get stuffy/hot at night."
"Very clean, neat house just a 5min drive away from town centre. Really enjoyed the stay, very comfortable! However, minor thing to note is that there is only 1 air conditioner in the living area. Rooms can get stuffy/hot at night."
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Stunning place to stay. Really comfortable clean rooms, most epic view, log cabin vibes. Will definitely come from Aussie again to stay here and have already told my friends to stay too
Stunning place to stay. Really comfortable clean rooms, most epic view, log cabin vibes. Will definitely come from Aussie again to stay here and have already told my friends to stay too
If you are thinking about going to Te Anau, this place is a MUST! The rooms were beautiful, super clean, cosy and private.
The host here are friendly, helpful and cook a great breakfast. There is no where else that I would book in this area.
If you are thinking about going to Te Anau, this place is a MUST! The rooms were beautiful, super clean, cosy and private.
The host here are friendly, helpful and cook a great breakfast. There is no where else that I would book in this area.
Awesome place if you’re out these ways. Philippa and Rob are amazing hosts. We got a garden view room with a lovely view. Convenient location. The hosts let us park at theirs while we were on the overnight cruise in Doubtful Sound. Breakfast was included and it was a clocked breakfast. Will definitely stay again
Awesome place if you’re out these ways. Philippa and Rob are amazing hosts. We got a garden view room with a lovely view. Convenient location. The hosts let us park at theirs while we were on the overnight cruise in Doubtful Sound. Breakfast was included and it was a clocked breakfast. Will definitely stay again
Heshanth
Reviewed December 3, 2025Reviewed December 3, 2025
Motel situated a block off the Lake and walking distance to town is 10 minutes. There is a walkway through to Lake. Motel is clean, kitchen facilities are basic but sufficient. Plenty of coffee and tea provided. Bikes and BBQ's available and there is also a coin operated laundry. $4 wash and $4 dryer. Car parks a little narrow but overall a good place to stay
Motel situated a block off the Lake and walking distance to town is 10 minutes. There is a walkway through to Lake. Motel is clean, kitchen facilities are basic but sufficient. Plenty of coffee and tea provided. Bikes and BBQ's available and there is also a coin operated laundry. $4 wash and $4 dryer. Car parks a little narrow but overall a good place to stay
We stayed for one night. Looked & felt new, beds were really comfy and shower pressure was amazing. Cafes, restaurants & golf cour are all about a 5min drive.
Wi-Fi signal was non-existant in the room so we had to stand outside to use it. A couple extra pillows would have been great. The fridges are tiny so can't fit much in them.
Overall, fantastic place and would gladly stay again.
We stayed for one night. Looked & felt new, beds were really comfy and shower pressure was amazing. Cafes, restaurants & golf cour are all about a 5min drive.
Wi-Fi signal was non-existant in the room so we had to stand outside to use it. A couple extra pillows would have been great. The fridges are tiny so can't fit much in them.
Overall, fantastic place and would gladly stay again.
Benjamin
Reviewed December 17, 2023Reviewed December 17, 2023
Great location right on the waters the cabins were very clean.
It is an additional charge to use the spa and it needs to be booked (might be useful if they tell you this information when you check in). Would recommend
Great location right on the waters the cabins were very clean.
It is an additional charge to use the spa and it needs to be booked (might be useful if they tell you this information when you check in). Would recommend
We were greeted with a lovely warm welcome and made to feel at home immediately. Our hosts couldn't have been more helpful and obliging.
There was an extensive variety of mouth watering options for breakfast.
Overall we had a wonderful weekend an our hosts were awesome.
We were greeted with a lovely warm welcome and made to feel at home immediately. Our hosts couldn't have been more helpful and obliging.
There was an extensive variety of mouth watering options for breakfast.
Overall we had a wonderful weekend an our hosts were awesome.
Anonymous traveller
Reviewed October 19, 2015Reviewed October 19, 2015
Hi arrived late due to having car problems so i was already abit annoyed but when I went check in there was no rooms available for our stay this was though no fault of the staff eggy was absolutely brilliant but Expedia had stuffed up.
She went above and beyond to find us other accommodation which we were greatful for but were abit sad as we were really looking forward to staying here so we just want to send her a massive thank you for making a bad day less stressful
Cheers charmaine and john
Hi arrived late due to having car problems so i was already abit annoyed but when I went check in there was no rooms available for our stay this was though no fault of the staff eggy was absolutely brilliant but Expedia had stuffed up.
She went above and beyond to find us other accommodation which we were greatful for but were abit sad as we were really looking forward to staying here so we just want to send her a massive thank you for making a bad day less stressful
Cheers charmaine and john
Charmaine
Reviewed October 27, 2026Reviewed October 27, 2026
Great hotel and staff, the only problem is that i booked with Expedia and they cancelled my reservation by mistake!! Fortunately the hotel got me sorted and their service is exceptional!!!! Thanks guys
Great hotel and staff, the only problem is that i booked with Expedia and they cancelled my reservation by mistake!! Fortunately the hotel got me sorted and their service is exceptional!!!! Thanks guys
What's it like to stay at an apartment in The Key?
There might not be many choices centrally in The Key, but Expedia can help you find accommodation within the larger area similar to apartments. When you search on Expedia, you can filter by amenities such as a kitchen— just one of the conveniences you might find in an apartment. Even filter by similar properties such as condos, holiday homes or cottages.
Why should you consider apartments instead of traditional hotels?
An apartment is often more spacious than a traditional hotel room and comes with a kitchen, so you can cook some of your meals. Apartments are ideal for families who want the conveniences of home, and also for couples who want something in a quieter part of town.
What's the best apartment I should consider for a stay in The Key?
Here's a favourite apartment in the area: Modern unit 2 minute nature path to the lake: Located in Manapouri , 13.9 mi/22.4 km from the heart of The Key. Includes free WiFi, a patio and a sofa bed . Access to on-site laundry facilities is available on site .
What will the weather be like during my trip to The Key?
Although weather is just one factor, it can really affect your travel plans, especially when you are planning a longer stay in The Key. The hottest months are usually February and January, with an average temperature of 9°C, while the coldest months are July and August, with an average of 2°C. The rainiest months in The Key are October, September, May and January, with each month seeing an average of 344 mm of rainfall.
What should I see in The Key?
Explore the area and family-friendly sights such as Luxmore Jet, or get out into nature at a spot like Fiordland National Park Visitor Centre. Kepler Track and Te Anau Glowworm Caves are a couple of places you'll find in the wider area.