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Corner of Mokoroa and Cleddau Street, Te Anau 9600, New Zealand (Formerly Explorer Motor Lodge)
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Comfort Inn Explorer
Ranked #22 of 24 hotels in Te Anau
3.5 of 5 stars 29 Reviews
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Dunedin, New Zealand
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
“not recommended”
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 January 2012

We had to wait when we arrived at a locked front service desk and greeted by a long faced, unfriendly lady. The room was very old fashioned, smelled rather musty and the kitchen facilities inadequate.The facilities, i could deal with, but it was the customer service that was very disappointing. Advice: Go somewhere else where you're greeted by staff that actually look happy to see you.

  • Stayed December 2011, travelled with family
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 3 of 5 stars Location
    • 3 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 2 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 3 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 2 of 5 stars Service
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Sydney, Australia
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42 reviews 42 reviews
Reviews in 23 cities Reviews in 23 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
“An average motel”
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 January 2012

This motel is only a very short walk away from town centre (3mins)! The room is big, but the things inside the room are old.

  • Stayed December 2011, travelled with family
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 3 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 3 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 3 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 3 of 5 stars Service
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25 helpful votes 25 helpful votes
“Excellent quality all round”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 September 2011
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We were most impressed with the room we were allocated in this motel. It was recently refurbished, spacious, well equipt, clean and comfortable. Excellent value for money and we would highly recommend it. It is close to the front, however not overlooking the lake but ideal for exploring Milford Sound and Lake Te Anau. The town of Te Anau was quiet and had all the ammenities we needed.

  • Stayed August 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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Los Angeles, California
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76 reviews 76 reviews
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42 helpful votes 42 helpful votes
“Pricy but worth it”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 March 2011

I had a good stay. I got the executive suite all to myself and had much more room than I needed. The room was clean, well appointed, and very comfortable. Internet is charged but unmetered - which rare for a NZ hotel I think. The hotel is just a little distance away from downtown (walkable if you are inclined) but far enough to be quiet at night. Staff was friendly. The price was a little higher than I thought but it is a tourst town and everything seemed more expensive.

I would stay there again.

  • Stayed March 2011, travelled solo
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Melbourne
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6 reviews 6 reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
“Rudest reception in NZ”
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 March 2011

We spent 2 nights in Te Anau and were quite satisfied with our accomodation at Comfort Inn..the only real negative was the attitude of the receptionist who grumbled on about computer problems rather than offer us a warm welcome..we arrived a little earlier than normal check in time and were told in no uncertain terms that our room was NOT ready..an enquiry about available toilets in town was met by a stern direction to the user-pay facilities when free toilets were available a short walk from the motel..come on lady..if you're not happy in your job I'm sure someone else with a personality would love to swap places!!!!!!!!!!!!!

  • Stayed February 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 3 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 3 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 3 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 1 of 5 stars Service
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  • Explorer Hotel Te Anau
  • Comfort Inn Te Anau
Address: Corner of Mokoroa and Cleddau Street, Te Anau 9600, New Zealand (Formerly Explorer Motor Lodge)
Price range (per night):* INR4,180 - 10,477

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