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Tonight
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Tomorrow
27 Oct - 28 Oct
This weekend
30 Oct - 1 Nov
Next weekend
6 Nov - 8 Nov

Our top choices for Tekapo cheap hotels

A lakeside view with chairs and a picnic table, surrounded by trees and mountains.
A modern kitchen with wooden walls, a stainless steel refrigerator, a built-in oven, and a microwave.
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a lamp, and a view of a lake and mountains through a glass door.
A modern restroom with three sinks, a large mirror, and a decorative wall piece.

1. Lakes Edge Holiday Park

Lakes Edge Holiday Park
Lake Tekapo
Australia
Mark
NZ$207
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct
Lakes Edge Holiday Park
A wooden deck with tables and chairs overlooking a lake and mountains.
A restaurant interior with a bar area, seating arrangement, and a view of the outside.
A couple standing by a lake with mountains in the background.
A wooden building with a sign reading "JACK RABBIT" and a rainbow in the background.

2. The Godley Hotel

The Godley Hotel
Lake Tekapo
Australia
Kim
NZ$302
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct
The Godley Hotel
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.
A person standing by a window with a night sky view, including stars and a visible mountain range.
A woman relaxing in a bathtub with a view of a bedroom through a window.

3. Galaxy Boutique Hotel

Galaxy Boutique Hotel
Lake Tekapo
Canada
Kris
NZ$631
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Galaxy Boutique Hotel
A modern building with large windows and a view of mountains.
A multi-story building with balconies, a covered entrance, and a parking area.
A view from a balcony overlooking a lake with mountains in the background.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a television, a chair, and a balcony with a view.

4. Lake Tekapo Village Motel

Lake Tekapo Village Motel
Lake Tekapo
Canada
Lucie-Catherine
Lake Tekapo Village Motel
A kitchen with a granite countertop, a sink, and a dining area with a table and chairs.
A residential area with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and houses with similar architecture.
A swimming pool with a wooden table, a bottle, and glasses.
A residential area with houses, a swimming pool, and a lake with mountains in the background.

5. Mantra Lake Tekapo

Mantra Lake Tekapo
Lake Tekapo
Canada
Dominic
NZ$541
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct
Mantra Lake Tekapo
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 compact kitchenette with a sink, toaster, kettle, and microwave.

6. Woolshed Suites

Woolshed Suites
Lake Tekapo
United States
Whitney
Woolshed Suites
A modern house with a wooden deck, large sliding glass doors, and a clear sky.
A spacious living area with a high ceiling, a dining table with chairs, and a sofa.
Private kitchen
A modern two-story house with a central entrance, large garage doors, and a clear sky.

7. RodmanStar Apartment

RodmanStar Apartment
Lake Tekapo
Australia
Michael
RodmanStar Apartment
A modern building with large windows and a stone facade.
A modern building with a stone facade, large sliding glass doors, and a metal roof.
A bedroom with a bed, a bench, a window, and a wall-mounted artwork.
Bathroom

8. Skyblue Tekapo

Skyblue Tekapo
Lake Tekapo
Australia
Raj
NZ$689
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Skyblue Tekapo
A modern house with a glass door entrance, white brick walls, and a dark roof.
A living room with a sectional sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a dining area with chairs and a table.
A building with a white brick exterior, large windows, and a paved entrance area with a rock garden.
A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand with a lamp, and a window with curtains.

9. Jero Apartment

Jero Apartment
Lake Tekapo
Canada
Marc
Jero Apartment
A well-maintained lawn with a clear view of a lake and mountains in the background.
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a view of the outdoors.
Front of property
A scenic landscape with a road, grassy areas, and mountains in the background.

10. Three Rivers Lodge

Three Rivers Lodge
Lake Tekapo
United States
Janice
Three Rivers Lodge
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Top Tekapo Hotel Reviews

Haka House Lake Tekapo

Haka House Lake Tekapo

10/10 Excellent
"Great location overlooking the lake. Clean, simple ensuite room."
Frances 1-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Haka House Lake Tekapo
Peppers Bluewater Resort

Peppers Bluewater Resort

10/10 Excellent
"We stayed in a two bedroom mountain view apartment . We loved how spacious and clean it was. Convenient location, great view from the balcony and upstairs living areas and helpful staff . We would return."
Trudy 1-night trip
Posted 11 days ago
Peppers Bluewater Resort

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When is the best time for a budget trip to Tekapo?
Weather is probably a major factor when you plan your trip to Tekapo, but bear in mind that cheaper options are usually available when the weather isn't as good. The hottest months are usually February and January, with an average temperature of 7°C, while the coldest months are July and August, with an average of -3°C. The rainiest months in Tekapo are May, September, December and July, with each month seeing an average of 360 mm of rainfall.
What is there to see and do in Tekapo?
You won't need to spend a lot to take advantage of things to see and do in Tekapo. You can budget for the top local attractions on your list, and then plan some activities that cost very little. If you're eager to get outdoors, you can enjoy the natural setting at Lake Tekapō Regional Park, Lake Tekapo or Lake Pukaki.
How can I get to Tekapo and get around on a budget?
Scoping out the transportation options in Tekapo can help keep you on budget. The most convenient airport is Timaru (TIU-Richard Pearse), 41.5 mi (66.8 km) away. Tekapo might not have many public transport choices so a rental car could be an economical alternative to explore the area.

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