The Best Hotels Closest to Lake Tekapo in for 2026

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A well-maintained lawn with a wooden table and chairs, surrounded by lush greenery and a mountain in the background.

A modern kitchen with a built-in sink, wooden cabinets, and a window with a view of greenery.

A bedroom with a large window, a bed, and a view of a balcony with a wooden deck and greenery outside.

A snow-covered house with a sign indicating it is an accommodation and gallery.

1. Burkes Pass Country Motel

24.6 km from Lake Tekapo

Richmond

₩149,992

₩172,491 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 17 - Oct 18

A building with a glass door, wooden shutters, and a covered outdoor seating area with picnic tables.

A modern building with large glass windows, a wooden structure, and a stone foundation.

A room with wooden walls, a bed with a quilted mattress, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a small table with a lamp.

A modern interior with a large window, a sofa, a television, and a plant.

2. Lakes Edge Lodge

13.2 km from Lake Tekapo

Marites

₩83,205

₩95,686 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 23 - Oct 24

A lakeside view with chairs and a picnic table, surrounded by trees and mountains.

A modern restroom with three sinks, a large mirror, and a decorative wall piece.

A modern kitchen with wooden walls, a stainless steel refrigerator, a built-in oven, and a microwave.

A building with a covered outdoor area, a car parked in front, and a starry night sky.

3. Lakes Edge Holiday Park

13.3 km from Lake Tekapo

Declan Dechawut

₩115,746

₩133,108 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 16 - Oct 17

A wooden deck with tables and chairs overlooking a lake and mountains.

A spacious lobby with a stone fireplace, wooden seating, and a large window.

A wooden building with a sign reading "JACK RABBIT" and a rainbow in the background.

A restaurant interior with a bar area, seating arrangement, and a view of the outside.

4. The Godley Hotel

13.5 km from Lake Tekapo

Kim

₩131,098

₩150,763 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 16 - Oct 17

A modern building with multiple windows and a staircase leading to an upper level.

A person in a robe by a window with a starry night sky view.

Two people seated at a round table with a bottle and glasses, overlooking a mountainous landscape through large windows.

A woman relaxing in a bathtub with a view of a bedroom through a window.

5. Galaxy Boutique Hotel

13.6 km from Lake Tekapo

Clara

₩387,508

₩445,636 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 29 - Oct 30

A modern building with large windows offering a view of a mountainous landscape, a small sheep sculpture, and a rustic building in the distance.

A modern apartment complex with a stone facade, numbered unit 4, and a decorative sheep statue in the landscaping.

A modern fireplace with a metallic frame and a visible fire.

A sign for Mackenzie Apartments with a stone sheep sculpture in front.

6. Mackenzie Apartments & Suites

13.7 km from Lake Tekapo

rita

₩318,940

₩366,779 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 22 - Oct 23

A modern interior with large windows offering a view of a mountainous landscape and a bridge.

A modern building with a stone facade, large windows, and a covered entrance area.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, wooden wall paneling, a sliding glass door to the outdoors, and a mounted TV.

A modern multi-story building with large glass windows and stone pillars.

7. Grand Suites Lake Tekapo

13.7 km from Lake Tekapo

Suresh

₩613,040

₩704,996 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 28 - Oct 29

A modern building with a large patio area, a mountain in the background, and a body of water in the foreground.

A circular window view of a balcony with a chair, a table with a red item, and a scenic lake and hills in the background.

A hotel room with a large bed, two chairs, a small table, and a view of a lake and mountains.

A modern hotel room with a large sliding glass door leading to a scenic view, a sofa, a chair, and a coffee table with a remote control and glasses on it.

8. Peppers Bluewater Resort

13.3 km from Lake Tekapo

Aloysius

₩157,362

₩180,966 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 16 - Oct 17

A modern room with large windows offering a view of a lake and mountains. There are two sofas and a wicker chair.

Two people sitting by a window overlooking a lake and mountains.

A room with large windows offering a view of a lake, mountains, and trees.

9. Haka House Lake Tekapo

13.3 km from Lake Tekapo

Katie

₩221,618

₩254,861 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A view from a room with a large window overlooking a grassy area with a body of water and mountains in the distance.

A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a built-in oven, and a large window offering a view of the beach.

A modern building with a stone facade and a metal roof, located near a beach with people walking around.

A modern elevator with a metallic finish, a glass door, and a visible emergency exit sign.

10. Lot 7 - Studios & Apartments

13.3 km from Lake Tekapo

Lynette

₩191,048

₩219,706 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

A swimming pool with a wooden table, a bottle, and glasses.

A kitchen with a granite countertop, a sink, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

A residential area with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and houses with similar architecture.

A playground with swings and a slide, a gravel area, and a lake with mountains in the background.

11. Mantra Lake Tekapo

13.5 km from Lake Tekapo

Dominic

₩349,002

₩401,352 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 16 - Oct 17

A modern building with large glass doors, a wooden deck, and a gravel ground.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel sink, and a dishwasher.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a view of a cityscape, and a window with curtains.

A modern living room with a sofa, a glass coffee table, and a view of the outdoors.

12. StarRain Tekapo

14.1 km from Lake Tekapo

Kaushik

₩241,165

₩277,340 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

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Compare popular hotels close to Lake Tekapo

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Burkes Pass Country Motel	9.4 Exceptional 247 reviews	View
Lakes Edge Lodge	8.8 Excellent 39 reviews	View
Lakes Edge Holiday Park	9.0 Wonderful 450 reviews	View
The Godley Hotel	8.2 Very good 708 reviews	View
Galaxy Boutique Hotel	9.4 Exceptional 489 reviews	View

Top Lake Tekapo Hotel Reviews

Peppers Bluewater Resort

10/10 Excellent

"We stayed in a two bedroom mountain view apartment . We loved how spacious and clean it was. Convenient location, great view from the balcony and upstairs living areas and helpful staff . We would return."

Galaxy Boutique Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Great and quiet location. Room was comfy, spacious and nice as well. Staff was friendly and hotel included breakfast which we sadly skipped as we had an early morning out."

The Huts at Lakes Edge

8/10 Good

"Great location and facilities, magnificent views and well appointed. Beautiful linen and great kitchenette. Close to town. We booked activities before arriving but booking through reception can give you 10% off some activities such as stargazing."

Skyrim Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Key lock is scratched and could not read it well, bed really comfortable, need a few more kitchen items, couch uncomfortable. Very nice little unit"

Lot 7 - Studios & Apartments

8/10 Good

"It is ridiculous that hotels.com forces a review !"

Mantra Lake Tekapo

10/10 Excellent

"Great experience"

Grand Suites Lake Tekapo

10/10 Excellent

"Wow! One of the best places I’ve ever stayed. The room was absolutely stunning, staff lovely, location second to none and that bed - wow!!!"

Mackenzie Apartments & Suites

10/10 Excellent

"nice place"

The Mackenzie Suites

10/10 Excellent

"Spacious, well appointed units that made a lovely home away from home. Brilliant views, comfortable and everything we needed. Fantastically helpful staff on arrival. Communication prior through hotels not as good but would definitely stay again without hesitation!"

Other attractions near Lake Tekapo

A mountainous landscape with two large domed observatories and a building in the foreground.

Mount John Observatory

9.0/10 (338 reviews)

Take an evening tour to see the wonders of the night sky or visit during the day to enjoy the stunning views of Lake Tekapo and the surrounding mountains.

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A swimming pool with a mountainous backdrop.

Tekapo Springs

9.0/10 (453 reviews)

Lie back and relax in healing waters, enjoy a massage or get involved in a range of outdoor activities, all with a fabulous alpine backdrop.

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Sheepdog Statue

8.6/10 (601 reviews)

Standing proudly before the snow-capped Southern Alps, this famous statue is testament to the high esteem with which sheepdogs are held in this area.

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A stone church under a starry night sky.

Church of the Good Shepherd

9.0/10 (949 reviews)

Stop off at this charming church to enjoy stunning mountain views, appreciate some fine stone carving and learn its fascinating history.

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Mount John Lookout

9.2/10 (178 reviews)

You can learn about the history of Tekapo with a trip to Mount John Lookout. Stroll along the lakeside in this quaint area, or check out its top-notch restaurants.

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Mt John Summit Experience

You can find out about the history of Tekapo when you stop by Mt John Summit Experience.

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Lake Tekapō Regional Park

9.0/10 (64 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Lake Tekapō Regional Park, a lovely green space in Tekapo.

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Dark Sky Project

8.2/10 (153 reviews)

Enjoy the collegiate vibe at Dark Sky Project as part of your travels around Lake Tekapo. Wander the lakeside in this family-friendly area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Lake Tekapo?

If you're planning to come to the area to visit Lake Tekapo, take some time to see the rest of the sights while you're in town. When you want to settle in and find a place to stay, check out some of the hotels and other accommodations that Expedia offers in the area.

What's the best hotel to stay close to Lake Tekapo?

The Godley Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free parking and a cafe. You'll find it 8.4 mi (13.5 km) from Lake Tekapo. Other good choices around the area include Lakes Edge Lodge and Lakes Edge Holiday Park.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Lake Tekapo, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best options available near Lake Tekapo.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Lake Tekapo?

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Our top choices for Lake Tekapo hotels

1. Burkes Pass Country Motel

2. Lakes Edge Lodge

3. Lakes Edge Holiday Park

4. The Godley Hotel

5. Galaxy Boutique Hotel

6. Mackenzie Apartments & Suites

7. Grand Suites Lake Tekapo

8. Peppers Bluewater Resort

9. Haka House Lake Tekapo

10. Lot 7 - Studios & Apartments

11. Mantra Lake Tekapo

12. StarRain Tekapo

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Top Lake Tekapo Hotel Reviews

Peppers Bluewater Resort

Galaxy Boutique Hotel

The Huts at Lakes Edge

Skyrim Lodge

Lot 7 - Studios & Apartments

Mantra Lake Tekapo

Grand Suites Lake Tekapo

Mackenzie Apartments & Suites

The Mackenzie Suites

Other attractions near Lake Tekapo

Mount John Observatory

Tekapo Springs

Sheepdog Statue

Church of the Good Shepherd

Mount John Lookout

Mt John Summit Experience

Lake Tekapō Regional Park

Dark Sky Project

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