Tekapo Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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A dining area with large windows overlooking a mountainous landscape.
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Guide Hill Station Lodge

Guide Hill Station Lodge

4 out of 5
1791 Braemar Road Tekapo Canterbury Region
The price is NZ$980 per night from 3 July to 4 July
NZ$980
3 July - 4 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this lodge in Tekapo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and laundry facilities. Popular attraction Lake Pukaki is located nearby.
Guide Hill Station Lodge
Te Toka Villa- Wake to Views, Sleep Under Stars by Ohana

Te Toka Villa- Wake to Views, Sleep Under Stars by Ohana

Tekapo Canterbury Region
The price is NZ$2,245 per night from 4 July to 5 July
NZ$2,245
4 July - 5 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this holiday home in Tekapo. Enjoy a garden, balconies and an in-room coffee maker. Popular attractions Lake Tekapo and Mount Dobson Ski Area are located ...
Te Toka Villa- Wake to Views, Sleep Under Stars by Ohana
Peppers Bluewater Resort

Peppers Bluewater Resort

4.5 out of 5
State Highway 8 Lake Tekapo
The price is NZ$332 per night from 31 July to 1 Aug
NZ$332
31 July - 1 Aug
includes taxes & fees
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 ...
8.2/10 Very good! (3,360 reviews)
"Reception staff were so accommodating and helpful"

Reviewed on 26 June 2026

Peppers Bluewater Resort
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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.
Te Toka Villa- Wake to Views, Sleep Under Stars by Ohana

Te Toka Villa- Wake to Views, Sleep Under Stars by Ohana

Tekapo Canterbury Region
Stay at this holiday home in Tekapo. Enjoy a garden, balconies and an in-room coffee maker. Popular attractions Lake Tekapo and Mount Dobson Ski Area are located ...
Te Toka Villa- Wake to Views, Sleep Under Stars by Ohana
Peppers Bluewater Resort

Peppers Bluewater Resort

4.5 out of 5
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 ...
8.2/10 Very good! (3,360 reviews)
"Reception staff were so accommodating and helpful"

Reviewed on 26 June 2026

Peppers Bluewater Resort
Mantra Lake Tekapo

Mantra Lake Tekapo

4 out of 5
1 Beauchamp Place Lake Tekapo
Stay at this aparthotel in Lake Tekapo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Tekapo Springs and Cowans Hill Walkway are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (718 reviews)
"Great location and very nice property"

Reviewed on 27 June 2026

Mantra Lake Tekapo
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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.

Stay near popular Tekapo attractions

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Mount John Observatory

9.0/10 (338 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.
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Activities

Lake Tekapo: Single Day Pass for Hot Pools

Lake Tekapo: Single Day Multiple Entry Pass for Hot Pools

NZ$40
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Lake Tekapo: Single Day Multiple Entry Pass for Hot Pools
Alpine Vista Helicopter Flight & Alpine Landing

Alpine Vista Helicopter Flight & Alpine Landing

NZ$385
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Alpine Vista Helicopter Flight & Alpine Landing
Mount John Observatory Stargazing Experience, Tekapo

Mount John Observatory Stargazing Experience, Tekapo

NZ$225
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Mount John Observatory Stargazing Experience, Tekapo
Shared Stargazing Tour

Chameleon Stargazing Shared Tour

NZ$120
per adult
Chameleon Stargazing Shared Tour
Fox Glacier & Mount Cook Helicopter Flight

Fox Glacier & Mount Cook Helicopter Flight

NZ$485
per adult
Fox Glacier & Mount Cook Helicopter Flight
Picture 1 for Activity Lake Tekapo: 1.5-Hour Hot Pools & Stargazing Experience

Lake Tekapo: 1.5-Hour Hot Pools & Stargazing Experience

NZ$189
per adult
Lake Tekapo: 1.5-Hour Hot Pools & Stargazing Experience
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Cities near Tekapo

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Mount Cook

A lake with purple flowers in the foreground, a turquoise sea, and snow-capped mountains in the background.

Lake Tekapo

A mountain range with snow-capped peaks and a calm blue lake in the foreground.

Pukaki

A mountain range with snow-capped peaks under a clear blue sky.

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