The Best Hotels Closest to Lake Tekapo in - 2026 Updated Prices

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1. Star View 3 Bedroom

8.7 mi from Lake Tekapo

£114

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

A modern building with a large window and a porch overlooking a mountainous landscape.

A modern kitchen with a central island, black bar stools, stainless steel appliances, and pendant lighting.

A modern living room with a wooden dining table, black leather sofa, and potted plants.

A room with a bed, two wicker chairs, a large window with curtains, and a view of trees and mountains.

2. Alpine Views Burkes Pass

15.2 mi from Lake Tekapo

Chan-Chia

£172

includes taxes & fees

3 Sept - 4 Sept

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

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

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

A modern living room with a sofa and armchairs, a sliding glass door leading to a balcony with a view of mountains.

3. Grand Suites Lake Tekapo

8.5 mi from Lake Tekapo

Suresh

£283

includes taxes & fees

25 Aug - 26 Aug

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 stainless steel appliances, wooden cabinetry, and a dining area with a glass table and chairs.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a lamp, and a view of a lake and mountains through a glass door.

4. Lakes Edge Holiday Park

8.3 mi from Lake Tekapo

Mohit

£68

includes taxes & fees

25 Aug - 26 Aug

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 bedroom with a bed, a window, and a view of an outdoor patio with a table and chairs.

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

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

5. Mackenzie Apartments & Suites

8.5 mi from Lake Tekapo

Lee

£146

includes taxes & fees

25 Aug - 26 Aug

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 person standing by a window with a night sky view, including stars and a visible mountain range.

6. Galaxy Boutique Hotel

8.5 mi from Lake Tekapo

Clara

£236

includes taxes & fees

25 Aug - 26 Aug

A modern building with multiple units, a parking area, and a grassy landscape with a wooden deck.

A modern living room with a blue sofa, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a TV mounted on the wall.

A modern bathroom with a glass shower enclosure, a white vanity with a mirror, and a towel rack with two towels.

A bedroom with a bed, bedside table, lamp, and a blue armchair.

7. Woolshed Suites

8.3 mi from Lake Tekapo

Whitney

£98

includes taxes & fees

10 Sept - 11 Sept

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

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

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

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

8. The Godley Hotel

8.4 mi from Lake Tekapo

Daniel

£86

includes taxes & fees

31 Aug - 1 Sept

A modern house with a sloped roof, large glass windows, and a wooden exterior.

A modern building with a sloped roof and a small entrance.

A modern living room with a sofa, TV, and a view through a glass door.

A modern hotel room with a sofa, a bed, a small round table, a kitchenette, and a large window with a view.

9. Sky Valley

8.8 mi from Lake Tekapo

Matthew

£96

includes taxes & fees

27 Aug - 28 Aug

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 balcony with a view of a lake and mountains.

10. Lot 7 - Studios & Apartments

8.3 mi from Lake Tekapo

Jennifer

£118

includes taxes & fees

26 Aug - 27 Aug

A golf course with a flag, a person standing, and another person sitting on the grass.

A house with a red roof, surrounded by lush greenery and flowering plants.

A bedroom with a bed, a window with curtains, and wall-mounted light fixtures.

A guinea pig in a grassy outdoor area with a wooden fence and a wooden structure in the background.

11. Tailor Made Tekapo - Hostel

8.5 mi from Lake Tekapo

Rachel

£59

includes taxes & fees

25 Aug - 26 Aug

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

A person sitting on a bench inside a room with a television mounted on the wall, a window with a view of trees and a parked car outside.

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

12. Lakes Edge Lodge

8.2 mi from Lake Tekapo

Justin

£49

includes taxes & fees

16 Sept - 17 Sept

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

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

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 person at a table with a view of mountains and a body of water.

13. Peppers Bluewater Resort

8.3 mi from Lake Tekapo

BOBBY

£118

includes taxes & fees

26 Aug - 27 Aug

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.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a large window providing a view of the outdoors.

14. Haka House Lake Tekapo

8.3 mi from Lake Tekapo

Steven

£112

includes taxes & fees

15 Sept - 16 Sept

A modern building with a large glass window, a gravel area with small plants, a pond, and a clear blue sky with clouds.

A modern bathroom with a glass-enclosed shower, a white sink, and a toilet.

A single-story building with a garage, a driveway, and a parking area.

A modern living room with a sofa, a small table, and a TV stand. There is a door leading to a bathroom and a staircase.

15. April One Bedroom Apartment

8.6 mi from Lake Tekapo

Jonathan

£147

includes taxes & fees

26 Aug - 27 Aug

A room with large windows, a stone wall, and two yellow chairs.

A modern room with a large glass window, wooden deck, and stone wall.

A modern cabin with a stone exterior, large windows, and a view of a lake and mountains.

A compact kitchen with a built-in oven, microwave, and dishwasher, a sink, and a refrigerator.

16. Guide Hill Station Lodge

15.3 mi from Lake Tekapo

£192

includes taxes & fees

11 Sept - 12 Sept

A wooden cabin with a large window, a patio, and a view of the Milky Way.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a view of a mountain landscape through the window.

A modern room with a large window, a sofa, a dining table with wine glasses and a bottle, and a view of buildings and mountains.

A modern living room with a sofa, a round coffee table with fruit, and a large window offering a mountain view.

17. Sunshine Suites

8.8 mi from Lake Tekapo

£126

includes taxes & fees

26 Aug - 27 Aug

A hotel room with a bed, a window with a view of a building, a desk, and a chair.

A modern hotel room with a sofa, dining table, kitchen area, and a large window.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a dishwasher, and a washing machine. There is a dining area with a table set for two, blue plates, and glasses.

A modern building with a metal exterior and a wooden door, set against a starry night sky.

18. Starlet 11

8.8 mi from Lake Tekapo

£151

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

A spacious living room with a grey sofa, a small round coffee table, and a large window offering a view of the outdoors.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a wall-mounted lamp, and a window with curtains.

A modern building with a wooden facade and large glass doors, likely a hotel or office.

A wooden deck with a picnic table, surrounded by greenery and a view of modern buildings and mountains.

19. Starry Lodge

8.8 mi from Lake Tekapo

£206

includes taxes & fees

8 Sept - 9 Sept

A rustic stone building with a pointed roof, surrounded by grass and bushes, under a starry night sky.

A vehicle parked on a road with a house and mountains in the background.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a wooden coffee table, a flat-screen TV, a kitchen area with bar stools, and a dining table with chairs.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a coffee table, a TV, and a bar area with stools.

20. Twin Stars

8.5 mi from Lake Tekapo

£150

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

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Compare popular hotels close to Lake Tekapo

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Star View 3 Bedroom	2.0 1 review	View
Alpine Views Burkes Pass	9.6 Exceptional 64 reviews	View
Grand Suites Lake Tekapo	9.6 Exceptional 299 reviews	View
Lakes Edge Holiday Park	9.0 Wonderful 433 reviews	View
Mackenzie Apartments & Suites	9.8 Exceptional 101 reviews	View

Top Lake Tekapo Hotel Reviews

Peppers Bluewater Resort

10/10 Excellent

"The staff were very friendly and helpful we would definitely stay there again"

Skyrim Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"I liked the property,but didn’t like the check in proceedure through apps no main office in town."

Galaxy Boutique Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Amazing location & the rooms were beautiful"

Lake Tekapo Village Motel

10/10 Excellent

"너무 친절한 남자 직원분이 안내해주셨고, 데카포 호수 바로 앞의 위치가 최고입니다. 도착했더니 펜트하우스로 업그레이드 시켜주셨어요. 건물은 잘 관리되어있어고 매우 청결하고 깨끗했습니다. 넓고 깨끗한 숙소에서 정말 편하게 지낼 수 있었습니다. 데카포 호수에 들르시는 분들께 강추드립니다."

Mantra Lake Tekapo

10/10 Excellent

"Clean, kitchen was great. Plenty of parking, comfy beds, very safe. No dryer"

Lakes Edge Holiday Park

8/10 Good

"The place overlooks Lake Tekapo. It is hard to see the full lake from the cabin because there are trees blocking it, but if you walk a few minutes down, you can get stunning views of the lake. The place also has a no partying rule and complete quiet after 10:30pm. It is not very friendly for travelers without cars as the reception area is a 5-10 mins walk away and the roads are a bit rocky on some parts."

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!"

Grand Suites Lake Tekapo

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room, great views, nearby restaurants"

Lot 7 - Studios & Apartments

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful room with great view of the lake, church and southern alps at Lake Tepako. Very modern, well furnished, and warm for our winter stay. Very close to cafes and restaurants. We stayed two nights for our visit and Heli hike to Mt Cook. Would definitely stay again."

Other attractions near Lake Tekapo

A lake surrounded by mountains with snow-capped peaks and a small island with trees.

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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A bronze statue of a dog standing on a rock against a blue sky with clouds.

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 stop at Mount John Lookout. Stroll along the lakeside in this quaint area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

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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)

Explore the campus of Dark Sky Project during your stay in 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, take a look at some of the hotels and other accommodation options that Expedia offers in the area.

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

The Godley Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free parking and a coffee shop. 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, most hotel bookings are fully refundable if cancelled before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review top deals close to Lake Tekapo.

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Our top choices for Lake Tekapo hotels

1. Star View 3 Bedroom

2. Alpine Views Burkes Pass

3. Grand Suites Lake Tekapo

4. Lakes Edge Holiday Park

5. Mackenzie Apartments & Suites

6. Galaxy Boutique Hotel

7. Woolshed Suites

8. The Godley Hotel

9. Sky Valley

10. Lot 7 - Studios & Apartments

11. Tailor Made Tekapo - Hostel

12. Lakes Edge Lodge

13. Peppers Bluewater Resort

14. Haka House Lake Tekapo

15. April One Bedroom Apartment

16. Guide Hill Station Lodge

17. Sunshine Suites

18. Starlet 11

19. Starry Lodge

20. Twin Stars

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Top Lake Tekapo Hotel Reviews

Peppers Bluewater Resort

Skyrim Lodge

Galaxy Boutique Hotel

Lake Tekapo Village Motel

Mantra Lake Tekapo

Lakes Edge Holiday Park

The Mackenzie Suites

Grand Suites Lake Tekapo

Lot 7 - Studios & Apartments

Other attractions near Lake Tekapo

Mount John Observatory

Tekapo Springs

Sheepdog Statue

Church of the Good Shepherd

Mount John Lookout

Lake Tekapō Regional Park

Dark Sky Project

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