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Simons Hill Station
2963 Tekapo-Twizel Rd Tekapo Canterbury Region
Stay at this chalet in Tekapo. Enjoy free WiFi and free parking.
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
Great cabin/farm style stay. Incredibly cozy, even in the cold and snowy weather we got. Cabin was furnished with everything we needed, kitchen was very nice, shower was great for temperature and pressure, and the spa was an absolute joy to use in the snow! The owners are also a delight - very thoughtful ...
Reviewed on Jun 12, 2025

Haka House Lake Tekapo
5 Motuariki Lane Lake Tekapo Canterbury
$263 nightly
The price is $302 total per night from Jan 9 to Jan 10
$302 total
Jan 9 - Jan 10, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hostel in Lake Tekapo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Tekapo Springs and Maclaren Footbridge are located ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (364 reviews)
Great location. Friendly staff.
Reviewed on Dec 6, 2025

The Godley Hotel
2 Rapuwai Lane Lake Tekapo Canterbury
$147 nightly
The price is $170 total per night from Dec 20 to Dec 21
$170 total
Dec 20 - Dec 21
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Lake Tekapo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8/10 Very Good! (630 reviews)
Room was ok, it was somewhat noisy, could hear the people above me as well renovations started at 8am in the room next door. Staff were great though, friendly & helpful.
Reviewed on Dec 3, 2025
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.

Simons Hill Station
2963 Tekapo-Twizel Rd Tekapo Canterbury Region
Stay at this chalet in Tekapo. Enjoy free WiFi and free parking.
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
Great cabin/farm style stay. Incredibly cozy, even in the cold and snowy weather we got. Cabin was furnished with everything we needed, kitchen was very nice, shower was great for temperature and pressure, and the spa was an absolute joy to use in the snow! The owners are also a delight - very thoughtful ...
Reviewed on Jun 12, 2025

Peppers Bluewater Resort
State Highway 8 Lake Tekapo
Book a stay at this luxury aparthotel in Lake Tekapo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8/10 Very Good! (3,238 reviews)
Room is TINY. Cannot even open a suitcase there’s so little room on floor.
Reviewed on Dec 4, 2025

Pinewood Motels
25 Mount Cook Road Fairlie South Canterbury
Stay at this aparthotel in Fairlie. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (452 reviews)
Lovely small motel, comfortable drive from Lake Tekapo. Staff were friendly and accommodating. Room was clean and comfortable
Reviewed on Nov 30, 2025
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.
Popular places to visit

Mount John Observatory
4.5/5(22 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.

Roundhill Ski Area
5/5(1 review)
Spend the day discovering this ski field above Lake Tekapo, which provides beginner-friendly runs alongside the steepest vertical drop in the country.
Mount John Lookout
4.5/5(11 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.
Things to do

Mount John Observatory Stargazing Experience, Tekapo
$127
per adult

Lake Tekapo: Single Day Pass for Hot Pools
$22
per adult
80% of travellers recommend

45-Minute Glacier Highlights Helicopter Tour from Mount Cook
$377
per adult
- Mount John Observatory
- Mount John Lookout
- Lake Tekapō Regional Park
- Roundhill Ski Area
- Aoraki / Mount Cook
- Mount Cook National Park
- Lake Tekapo
- Lake Pukaki
- Tekapo Springs
- Aoraki / Mount Cook Visitor Center
- Franz Josef Glacier
- Church of the Good Shepherd
- Twizel Town Centre
- Dark Sky Project
- Lake Ohau
- Hot Tubs Omarama
- Hooker Valley Track
- Lake Benmore
- Sheepdog Statue
- Lake Ruataniwha
- Sir Edmund Hillary Alpine Centre
- Clay Cliffs
- The Cairns Golf Course - Lake Tekapo
- Lake Pukaki Information Center
- Mueller Ridge
- Big Sky
- Benmore Dam
- Mueller Glacier
- Red Tarns











