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Our top choices for Mount John Observatory hotels

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

1. Lakes Edge Holiday Park

Lakes Edge Holiday Park
2.0 star property
1.1 mi from Mount John Observatory
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (464 reviews)
"Nice place to stay, close to the lake with awesome views, easy walk to shops."
Australia
Mark
The price is £106
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Lakes Edge Holiday Park
A building named 'Skyrim Lodge' on Jimmy's Lane with a starry night sky.

2. Skyrim Lodge

Skyrim Lodge
3.0 star property
1.8 mi from Mount John Observatory
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (364 reviews)
"We had a wonderful stay at Skyrim Lodge, with the accommodation and communication surpassing our expectations. Just a short walk to the lake and many coffee/dinner options, plus a beautiful view of the stars."
Australia
Samantha
The price is £113
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Skyrim Lodge
A modern building with a large patio area, a mountain in the background, and a body of water in the foreground.

3. Peppers Bluewater Resort

Peppers Bluewater Resort
4.5 star property
1.3 mi from Mount John Observatory
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (3,427 reviews)
"The room was clean and staff were friendly. Breakfast was ok."
United States
Mansoor
The price is £167
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
Peppers Bluewater Resort
A rustic building with a sloped roof, situated in a grassy area under a starry night sky.

4. Twin Stars

Twin Stars
2.0 star property
1.6 mi from Mount John Observatory
The price is £259
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
Twin Stars
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Top Mount John Observatory Hotel Reviews

Haka House Lake Tekapo

Haka House Lake Tekapo

8/10 Good
"the location of the hotel is perfect, it is the closest one to the lake and the room have nice lake view. It have nice security system to protect our items. The service of the reception is really good. When we found the dryer in the laundry room is not working,they help us to get refund on the fees we pay. Yes,they have a 24 hours laundry room.but one of the dryer machine is not working,so we can only report it in the next morning."
Yongrui 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Haka House Lake Tekapo

Other attractions near Mount John Observatory

A swimming pool with a mountainous backdrop.
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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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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Mount John Observatory?
Mount John Observatory is located in a walkable area of Tekapo known for its beautiful lakeside setting and array of dining options. You'll find 231 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.
What's the best hotel to stay close to Mount John Observatory?
Located a short 1 mi (1.6 km) from Mount John Observatory, Lakes Edge Lodge is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data. Another good choice is The Huts at Lakes Edge, located just 1 mi (1.6 km) away.
How many hotels can I expect to find close to Mount John Observatory?
Expedia has 231 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Mount John Observatory.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Mount John Observatory, will I receive a refund?
Yes, you'll find most hotel room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to review the best options available near Mount John Observatory.

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