About

Take it easy at our scenic lakeside lodge. Our space is hidden away in the wee slice of paradise where the Waiau River meets Lake Manapouri. It's a wonderland for nature and wilderness lovers, nestled into a breathtaking Beech forest, and right on the edge of Fiordland National Park. Beautiful birds fill the trees above. Fantastic fish fill the river and lake below. Humble and historical, the accomodation is basic and the property has been a campground for over 100 years.

Both the lake and river are just a stone's throw away. Everything in the Manapouri Township is very walkable and bikeable. Take a 5-minute stroll down the river, under the Beech tree canopy, and you will find RealNZ's Doubtful Sound terminal. We can highly recommend taking a trip from there.

The main Manapouri beach is a 5-10 minutes walk around the lake and the local bar, cafe, restaurant, and shop are a 3-minute walk up the track.

The mighty Kepler Track is a short drive, and Te Anau is a 15 minutes drive.

The maximum stay is 31 days.

All standard bookings come with free cancellation up to 24 hours before check in. No shows for bookings are subject to being charged up to the amount of your first night's stay.

Our Check-in is open from 2pm. If the Reception Desk is closed when you arrive, there will be a self check-in envelope left out for you.

House Rules

Check In

14:00 - 24:00

Check Out

until 10:00

  • Taxes Included
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Facilities

  • Free Parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Bicycle Parking
  • Luggage Storage
  • Tours/Travel Desk
  • Parking
  • Housekeeping
  • Reception (limited hours)
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Reviews

8.4Fabulous(100)
  • Value for Money
    9.3
  • Security
    8.3
  • Atmosphere
    8.7
  • Cleanliness
    8.3
  • Staff
    8.7
  • Location
    7.3
  • Facilities
    8.3
Summary of traveller reviews

Possum Lodge in Te Anau offers a peaceful lakeside setting, praised for its friendly and helpful staff. It's a great base for exploring Doubtful Sound. Some guests note it's more of a campsite than a traditional hostel, with basic facilities and occasional issues with sandflies.

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Stayed in Mar 2026
9.4
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Ben
Male, 41+, USA
Possum lodge was a wonderful spot to stay a few nights. So peaceful and nice to walk along the shoreline of Lake Manapouri. As some have mentioned, there are sand flies. It’s just part of the experience. The lodge is well managed and put together. It is more like a campground, but I find it to add to the charm. Highly recommend.
Stayed in Mar 2026
10
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eliza
Female, 18-24, England
I loved my stay at Possum Lodge, there was a great atmosphere there. The beds were comfy and the location is amazing right on the lake!
Stayed in Dec 2025
6.3
M
Madeleine
All Female Group, 25-30, England
Lovely staff and great location but we left early as the sandflies were unbearable, and the kitchen was way too small. It is more of a campsite than a hostel, with very little indoor area, which meant that getting away from the sandflies to relax in the evening was really hard. Our dorm room was also extremely cramped and smelt not great.
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Location

13 Murrell Avenue, Te Anau, New Zealand
19km from city centre