What's the area like around Mount John Lookout?

Mount John Lookout is located in a walkable area of Tekapo known for its beautiful lakeside setting and stargazing. You'll find 91 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best hotel to stay near Mount John Lookout?

Lake Tekapo Motels & Holiday Park is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this property offers free WiFi and free parking. It's located just a short 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Mount John Lookout. Other good choices within 5 miles include Peppers Bluewater Resort and Lake Tekapo Village Motel .

How many hotels will I be able to find close to Mount John Lookout?

Expedia has 91 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Mount John Lookout.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Mount John Lookout, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can filter by "free cancellation" to review the best deals in Mount John Lookout.

What can I see and do near Mount John Lookout?

Create some family memories at Mount John Observatory and Dark Sky Project. Enjoy nature at Tekapo Springs, Cowans Hill Walkway or Lake Tekapō Regional Park. If you want to see more of the surrounding area, you might plan a visit to Church of the Good Shepherd and Sheepdog Statue.

10 Best Hotels Closest to Mount John Lookout in Tekapo from NZ$89 for 2022

Peppers Bluewater Resort

2.1 km from Mount John Lookout

4/5 Very Good! (2,680 reviews)

"Superior service that went above and beyond our needs."

Reviewed on 26 Jan. 2022

Lake Tekapo Motels & Holiday Park

1.5 km from Mount John Lookout

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4.4/5 Excellent! (50 reviews)

Perfect Location

"Plenty of space, warm, full kitchen, 2 bedrooms and right on the lake."

Reviewed on 24 Oct. 2021

The Godley Hotel

2.7 km from Mount John Lookout

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4/5 Very Good! (183 reviews)

"Amazing views from the property looking straight at the lake and monumental church . We were extremely happy however the room inside is quiet small and washroom is a bit tight. Hotel was very clean , bed quite comfortable and the highlight was the staff named GUI !! He was amazing . Exceeds our expectations. ..."

Reviewed on 22 Jan. 2022

Lake Tekapo Village Motel

2.4 km from Mount John Lookout

4.4/5 Wonderful! (874 reviews)

"Great location and friendly staff. Views of the lake from the room. Enough room for the kids."

Reviewed on 22 Jan. 2022

Mantra Lake Tekapo

3.4 km from Mount John Lookout

4.5/5 Wonderful! (549 reviews)

"Spacious apartment, with every amenity, close to the lake, big comfortable bed, bath and separate shower, and great value for money on the day we booked."

Reviewed on 29 Nov. 2021

The Mackenzie Suites

1.9 km from Mount John Lookout

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4.9/5 Exceptional! (53 reviews)

"Nothing to fault. A beautifully sited complex (breathtaking lake and mountain views) with extremely well designed and comfortable suites. Every amenity provided. Great value here. Don't miss it."

Reviewed on 29 Nov. 2021

Tailor Made Tekapo Accommodation - Guesthouse & Hostel

2.6 km from Mount John Lookout

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4.4/5 Wonderful! (84 reviews)

"Ideal location for a couple of nights in Tekapo. Easy walk to 'town'. Clean, secure and complete with two families of guinea pigs. Would stay there again."

Reviewed on 9 Jan. 2022

Lake Tekapo Cottages

3 km from Mount John Lookout

4.3/5 Excellent! (345 reviews)

"Great location and idyllic setting, very peaceful, mountain view."

Reviewed on 13 Dec. 2021

Mackenzie Apartments & Suites

2.2 km from Mount John Lookout

4.8/5 Exceptional! (50 reviews)

"Close to town, friendly staff and very tidy"

Reviewed on 17 Oct. 2021

Modern 4 Bedroom Bach Close to the Township of Tekapo

3.2 km from Mount John Lookout

4.8/5 Exceptional! (24 reviews)

Handy Spot

"Large and very clean property within walking distance of the lake and restaurants"

Reviewed on 12 Jan. 2022

The Quarters

2 km from Mount John Lookout

4.9/5 Exceptional! (16 reviews)

"Amazing! Had the time of our lives!!!!"

Reviewed on 14 Nov. 2021

Tekapo Luxury Apartments

2.1 km from Mount John Lookout

5/5 Exceptional! (2 reviews)

Highly recommended in Tekapo

"Fantastic spacious apartment with ample room for a family of 4. Kitchen well equipped for what we needed. Communication and service from staff excellent. Only downside was the dryer in our apartment wouldn’t work which was unfortunate for a ski holiday in July. But they took our wet washing and dried ..."

Reviewed on 22 Jul. 2021

Tekapo Ski Club Retreat

1.9 km from Mount John Lookout

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Galaxy Lake View

2.1 km from Mount John Lookout

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Galaxy Lake View Studio

2.1 km from Mount John Lookout

1/5 (1 review)

"Extremely small ,nowhere to put luggage, had to be on already small floor space, danger of tripping, zero storage facilities eg bedside table ( that was some contraption holding the rooms hairdryer and fan and only on one side of bed) . Bathroom had no mirror over basin, no lid on toilet but handrails ..."

Reviewed on 4 May 2021

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