Lake Tekapo Village Motel

Property class: 3.5

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Located close to Dark Sky Project and Cowans Hill Walkway, Lake Tekapo Village Motel provides a garden and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Laundry room

Room options

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View all photos for Lakeview Two-Bedroom Suite (Upstairs)

A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand with a lamp, a window with curtains, and a view of buildings outside.

Lakeview Two-Bedroom Suite (Upstairs)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 50 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Studio (Ground Floor)

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a television, a chair, and a balcony with a view.

Studio (Ground Floor)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Lakeview Studio (Upstairs)

A room with a view of snow-capped mountains and a body of water.

Lakeview Studio (Upstairs)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(37 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

View all photos for Two-Bedroom Suite (Accessible)

Blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets

Two-Bedroom Suite (Accessible)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 50 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Lakeview Penthouse Two-Bedroom Apartment

A hotel room with a bed, a bedside table, a window with curtains, and a view of the outside.

Lakeview Penthouse Two-Bedroom Apartment

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 70 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Single Beds and 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Two-Bedroom Suite (Ground Floor)

Blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets

Two-Bedroom Suite (Ground Floor)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 50 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Studio (Accessible)

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a television, a chair, and a balcony with a view.

Studio (Accessible)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Two-Bedroom Suite (Ground Floor)

Blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets

Two-Bedroom Suite (Ground Floor)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds
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About the area

In a rural area and in the mountains, Lake Tekapo Village Motel is in a walkable area with good shopping. Cowans Hill Walkway and Sheepdog Statue are notable landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at The Cairns Golf Course - Lake Tekapo and Tekapo Springs. Don't miss out on a visit to Mount John Observatory. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing, snowboarding and skiing lessons, or try out other outdoor activities such as snow tubing. Visit our Lake Tekapo travel guide
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14 Rapuwai Lane, Lake Tekapo, Canterbury, 7999

What's nearby

  • A lake with mountains in the background and vibrant purple flowers in the foreground.
    Lake Tekapo
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • A stone church under a starry night sky.
    Church of the Good Shepherd
    7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • A bronze statue of a dog standing on a rock against a blue sky with clouds.
    Sheepdog Statue
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • A swimming pool with a mountainous backdrop.
    Tekapo Springs
    7 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Dark Sky Project
    2 min walk - 0.2 km

Getting around

  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC)
    177 min drive

Restaurants

  • Jack Rabbit
    4 min walk
  • Greedy Cow
    3 min walk
  • TLV Restaurant & Bar
    2 min walk
  • Kohan Japanese Cuisine
    2 min walk
  • Ramen Tekapo
    3 min walk

About this property

Lake Tekapo Village Motel

  • Motel near Dark Sky Project
  • Located close to Cowans Hill Walkway and Church of the Good Shepherd, Lake Tekapo Village Motel provides a garden and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
  • Other perks at this motel include:
    • Luggage storage and tour/ticket information
    • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and location
  • Room features
  • All guest rooms at Lake Tekapo Village Motel have amenities, such as free WiFi.
  • Other conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Heating and fans
    • Hairdryers and shampoo

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking within 20 metres
  • Ski shuttle nearby
  • Limited on-site parking (max 1 space per unit)
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In the mountains

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 2 floors
  • 3 buildings
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

More

  • Fan
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM

Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 3 per cent for credit card payments

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Front desk staffed during limited hours

If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types

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Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit is payable by wire transfer and is due within 72 hours of booking the reservation.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3 per cent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Construction is underway at a neighbouring building and there may be noise disturbance from the construction work

Property class

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities and services.

Frequently asked questions

Is Lake Tekapo Village Motel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Lake Tekapo Village Motel?

Limited spots are available. There is free parking nearby.

What time is check-in at Lake Tekapo Village Motel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lake Tekapo Village Motel?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lake Tekapo Village Motel located?

Situated in the mountains, this motel is within a 5-minute walk of Dark Sky Project and Lake Tekapo. Cowans Hill Walkway and Church of the Good Shepherd are also within 10 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Lake Tekapo Village Motel Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.8

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 493 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 355 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 112 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 24 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 1000 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great view
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay, views of lake tekapo are awesome, close to bars and restaurants and breakfast was delicious
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, breakfast include and awesome view of Lake Tekapo.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Disliked: Staff & service
Kitchen was fully equipped and parking was good as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, great location, good view and friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location & facility
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, clean room with decent breakfast provided
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Perfect location.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great view and handy
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, and comfortable. Very pleasant staff.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Right in town. Close to the lake. Clean room. Parking onsite. Cooked breakfast was great.
Sunrise at Lake Tekapo.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Didn't use laundry, didn't see any staff around. Good location and breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Basic room, but bed was comfy. No aircon though so a bit uncomfortable at night. Fantastic view of the lake from the balcony.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The basic needs of the hotel facilities are complete, the cleanliness is very good, the nearby environment is very quiet and beautiful, and I would choose to stay in this Motel again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room with a great view of the lake from my second floor studio. Staff were polite and helpful. Easy parking on premises. I would definitely recommend the property.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Location is good, near to supermarket & dinning. Service at front desk is good as per our requirements.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location and vibe
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, warm and cosy.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Was in a great area. Located near shops and dining places. Also close to attractions
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was very warm and had a great view of the lake.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very basic but clean, dated property and rooms. Need a good sitting chair in the room. Breakfast was 2 options and very minimal servings. Location to the lake is good. For the price we expected a nicer property.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
good staff interaction
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent lodge

It's a good place to stay, so comfortable and good view of lake and location.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Right across from Dark Sky Reserve. Convenient location by the lake with nearby restaurants, market, park.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous views out over the lake. Good sized room and decent breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025