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Manapouri Lakeview Motor Inn

68 Cathedral Drive | PO Box 106, Manapouri 9643, New Zealand
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Manapouri Lakeview Motor Inn
Ranked #4 of 4 Manapouri B&B and Inns
3.5 of 5 stars 34 Reviews
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Mill Valley, CA
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19 reviews 19 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 24, 2012
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We stayed one night at the Lakeview Motor Inn before heading out for an overnight cruise on Doubtful Sound. The location is quite spectacular, sitting right across the road from Lake Manapouri with Cathedral Peaks dominating the skyline above the lake. The motor hotel is fairly old, but the units are in very nice condition and clean. The rooms and... More

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Denver
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54 reviews 54 reviews
Reviews in 32 cities Reviews in 32 cities
56 helpful votes 56 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed February 23, 2012
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person found this review helpful

There are not many places to choose from. All in all the hotel was clean and comfortable. The views from most of the rooms are lovely . The hotel does not appear to have been updated since the 70's but one does not visit this area expecting 5 star accommodations either. The food was average . The staff was friendly... More

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manapouri, Owner at Manapouri Lakeview Motor Inn, responded to this review
February 26, 2012

Thank you very much for your feed back. I hope you come back for another visit. More

Bracknell UK
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46 reviews 46 reviews
Reviews in 23 cities Reviews in 23 cities
16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed February 23, 2012
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person found this review helpful

The best thing about the Manapouri Lakeview is the location. Every room has a view of Lake Manapouri which is spectacular at any time of the day but especially early morning or late evening. The rooms are comfortable enough but looking a bit dated (1970s ?) The housekeeping could have been better, cobwebs in the skylight in the bathroom but... More

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manapouri, Owner at Manapouri Lakeview Motor Inn, responded to this review
February 26, 2012

Thank you very much for your feedback. Our Hotel is Circa 1970's, we undertake constant renovation as money allows for the interiors however, the exterior will always be an iconic piece of New Zealand 70's Architecture, of which we are proud of. We are part of New Zealand's early tourism history and try to keep this running as an affordable... More

Auckland, New Zealand
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76 reviews 76 reviews
Reviews in 56 cities Reviews in 56 cities
28 helpful votes 28 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed February 11, 2012

We actually did not stay at this place, but enjoyed a dinner in the cafe/restaurant. The views here are amazing, but the food could be just that wee bit better to bring it up to four stars. Had the lovely southland lamb shank which was great and the food with it was good (although seriously make sure the peas are... More

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Edinburgh
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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed January 24, 2012
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We stayed two nights to go on the Doubtful Sound trip nearby. The most appealing thing about this motel is the view. Each unit looks over Lake Manapouri and the hills and is fantastic to wake up to. We stayed in one of the units at the front and had a bedroom, bathroom and sofabed in the living area. We... More

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London
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43 reviews 43 reviews
Reviews in 27 cities Reviews in 27 cities
27 helpful votes 27 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed January 18, 2012
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Clean, comfortable rooms. Excellent location. Would suggest you avail of the cooking facilities rather than use the cafe - food very average. I don't know if they are part of the motel so have excluded thoughts on the cafe when scoring the motel.

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Nottingham, United Kingdom
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25 reviews 25 reviews
Reviews in 25 cities Reviews in 25 cities
20 helpful votes 20 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed December 24, 2011
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Situated in a quiet location oppositte some of the most picturesque scenery in the world and also close enough to Te Anau with it's more than adequate little town centre. Rooms were comfortable and the kitchen on the premises was just right for cooking our own meals. Would definitely reccomend and would stay here again anytime. The only negative was... More

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Seattle, Washington
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17 reviews 17 reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed December 4, 2011
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The room was clean and the kitchenette was nice to have. The restaurant is right next door, and as pretty much the only option in town, it was convenient. The food is OK, but the beer was cold. Our room was in the front near reception, so it got a little noisy when guests would check in or return in... More

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Inger Nicholson, Owner at Manapouri Lakeview Motor Inn, responded to this review
December 7, 2011

Hi thank you for posting your reviews we always value our customers feedback. Its a beautiful day here today in Manapouri. We are all looking forward to a good summer. We have a great hotel in a beautiful location that wont stretch your budget. Please come and check us out for yourselves. Scenic Manapouri Township population 300 offers a range... More

KLumpur
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed September 10, 2011
1
person found this review helpful

Love the location and the view. It was scenic and totally calming. Easy access to the beach for morning walks, 15mins drive to Te Anau to get whatever we wanted. The staff (front desk - Inga and Sally and housekeeping) were extremely friendly and helpful. The weather was cold but the room was warm and comfy. On our last night,... More

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Maryland
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18 reviews 18 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed August 8, 2011
1
person found this review helpful

Yes the room did have a lake view but the room was old and small with soft beds. However we did thoroughly enjoy the restaurant next door. We took a walk on the beach after dinner and the fiords/water were beautiful.

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68 Cathedral Drive | PO Box 106, Manapouri 9643, New Zealand
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