Tekapo Travel Guide
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Simons Hill Station
2963 Tekapo-Twizel Rd Tekapo Canterbury Region
Stay at this chalet in Tekapo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi 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 12 June 2025

Haka House Lake Tekapo
5 Motuariki Lane Lake Tekapo Canterbury
The price is NZ$488 per night from 18 Jan to 19 Jan
NZ$488
18 Jan - 19 Jan 2026
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hostel in Lake Tekapo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Tekapo Springs and Maclaren Footbridge are located ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (369 reviews)
Great location. Friendly staff.
Reviewed on 6 Dec 2025

The Godley Hotel
2 Rapuwai Lane Lake Tekapo Canterbury
The price is NZ$341 per night from 16 Jan to 17 Jan
NZ$341
16 Jan - 17 Jan 2026
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Lake Tekapo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8/10 Very Good! (633 reviews)
excellent
Reviewed on 12 Dec 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 Wi-Fi 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 12 June 2025

Peppers Bluewater Resort
State Highway 8 Lake Tekapo
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Lake Tekapo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8/10 Very Good! (3,246 reviews)
Large complex, lake 'views' are very limited. Large rooms with full kitchens. About 1.5 hrs drive to Mt Cook Nat Park. Beautiful area.
Reviewed on 20 Dec 2025

Pinewood Motels
25 Mount Cook Road Fairlie South Canterbury
Stay at this aparthotel in Fairlie. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (455 reviews)
Easy check-in, clean room, cafes and shops nearby.
Reviewed on 8 Dec 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
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
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
You can learn about the history of Tekapo with a stop at Mount John Lookout. Stroll along the lakeside in this quaint area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
Activities

Mount John Observatory Stargazing Experience, Tekapo
NZ$225
per adult

Dark Sky Indoor Maori Cultural Astronomy Experience
NZ$61
per adult

Mt. Hay Farm Experience Genuine Country Farming(Carbon Positive)
NZ$99
per adult

Christchurch to Mt Cook via Tekapo (1 way) (Small Group)
NZ$225
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
- Mount John Observatory
- Mount John Lookout
- Lake Tekapō Regional Park
- Roundhill Ski Area
- Mount Cook National Park
- Lake Tekapo
- Lake Pukaki
- Aoraki / Mount Cook Visitor Center
- Franz Josef Glacier
- Tekapo Springs
- Church of the Good Shepherd
- Twizel Town Centre
- Lake Ohau
- Hot Tubs Omarama
- Hooker Valley Track
- Fox Glacier
- Lake Benmore
- Tasman Glacier
- Sheepdog Statue
- Lake Ruataniwha
- Sir Edmund Hillary Alpine Centre
- The Cairns Golf Course - Lake Tekapo
- Clay Cliffs
- Lake Pukaki Information Center
- Mt Sunday Summit
- Big Sky
- Mueller Ridge
- Mueller Glacier
- Benmore Dam











