About this property

Historic Setting: Murrells Grand View House in Manapouri offers a recently renovated adults-only bed and breakfast experience within a historic building. Guests enjoy stunning lake, garden, and mountain views. Comfortable Accommodations: Each room features a private bathroom with a walk-in shower, bathrobes, and free toiletries. Additional amenities include a terrace, electric kettle, and wardrobe. Exceptional Facilities: The property offers a sun terrace, garden, and free WiFi. Guests can relax in the lounge, outdoor seating area, or enjoy the daily housekeeping service. Delicious Breakfast: A variety of breakfast options are available, including continental, à la carte, and full English/Irish. Fresh pastries, fruits, warm dishes, and juice enhance the morning experience. Local Attractions: Located 13 mi from Te Anau Glow Worm Caves and 14 mi from Fiordland Cinema, the property is also close to Lake Henry and Ivon Wilson Park. Boating and hiking activities are popular in the surroundings.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.9 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

  • Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.9)

  • Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast Info

Continental, Full English/Irish

  • Free private parking


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Ellen
United Kingdom United Kingdom
What a place, loved it here, very nostalgic to british roots with cutlery + dining room to match. Stunning shared patio area to enjoy sunset over the lake and easy access down to the shore if you like a dip in the morning! Comfy bed + very...
Nancy
United States United States
Our hosts went above and beyond to make our stay enjoyable. They were very friendly and helpful, even getting up very early to make sure we enjoyed a splendid breakfast before our early morning excursion.
Joan
Canada Canada
Owners were lovely, accommodating and offered suggestions for our stay. Great location if doing a Doubtful Sound cruise from Manapouri, just a 7 minute walk to the dock. Loved staying in such a historic guest host.
Mark
Japan Japan
We were served a perfect New Zealand (English) breakfast. I t was delicious! Perfectly prepared to our order.
Lisa
United States United States
We loved being guests at this charming, historic inn. Our hosts, Robert and Philippa, were wonderful. They provided wine, beer and snacks on the panoramic veranda upon our arrival and a delicious hot breakfast before our departure. The room was...
Marty
United States United States
Amazing location. Very friendly and accommodating hosts. Breakfast was delicious.
Pam
United States United States
The owner was very kind and friendly. The property was beautiful. The dock for Doubtful Sound trip was within walking distance. Breakfast was delicious.
David
United States United States
This is a great place to stay. It is a few miles from downtown Te Anau, but the drive is easy. Wonderful hosts and a great breakfast. Beautiful view of the mountains
Jerald
United States United States
Loved the comfort and the Location. Rob was great! Loved it!
J
United States United States
Robert is an awesome host! The grounds are also exceptional. And it was So wonderfully quiet at night...

Hosted by Robert and Philippa Murrell

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Host Review Score
Robert and Philippa Murrell
Our property has a special place in the history of tourism and hospitality in Fiordland. Robert's ancestors were some of the first people to settle here in Manapouri and from early on realised that the region offered huge potential for visitors from all over the world. Fortunately for us their vision has endured and we are still able to host travellers in the same house as Robert's great grandfather did 130 years ago - making our accommodation unique in New Zealand as the oldest accommodation house that has been continuously run by the same family. We provide an authentic hosted bed and breakfast experience in four spacious ensuite rooms. We encourage you to unwind and enjoy the peace and quiet that Manapouri offers. Our rooms don't have TVs but we do have superfast fibre internet to ensure you can stay connected.
Robert and I enjoy providing hospitality to visitors from all over the world. We have both been in the tourism industry for many years in various roles and we enjoy meeting people from other countries. We provide an authentic New Zealand welcome and hope you enjoy your stay.
Manapouri is a small quiet village with around 250 permanent residents located on the edge of the UNESCO World Heritage Fiordland National Park. It is a lovely place to unwind and relax and enjoy the magnificent views. There are plenty of walks around the area. There is a small shop, petrol station, cafe and bookshop. The Lake to Lake Cycle trail is close by and bike hire is available in Te Anau, a 20 minute drive from Manapouri. Manapouri is the departure point for trips to Doubtful Sound.
Language spoken: English

Area info

Amenities of Murrells Grand View House

Great facilities! Review score, 9.4

Most popular amenities

  • Free Wifi
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms

House rules

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Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 7:00 PM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children not allowed.

Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Murrells Grand View House of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

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