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 WiFi 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

The Godley Hotel
2 Rapuwai Lane, Lake Tekapo, Canterbury
The price is NZ$314 per night from 11 Dec to 12 Dec
NZ$314
11 Dec - 12 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Lake Tekapo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8/10 Very Good! (608 reviews)
Comfortable room and hotel with a great view of the lake. Staff were friendly
Reviewed on 6 Nov 2025

Haka House Lake Tekapo
5 Motuariki Lane, Lake Tekapo, Canterbury
The price is NZ$523 per night from 4 Dec to 5 Dec
NZ$523
4 Dec - 5 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star eco-certified hostel in Lake Tekapo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Tekapo Springs and Maclaren ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (348 reviews)
Great room in the perfect location. Close to everything. Would stay again!
Reviewed on 27 Oct 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 WiFi 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 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Lake Tekapo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8/10 Very Good! (3,220 reviews)
All good. No all great. Thank you
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025

Skyrim Lodge
11 Jimmys Lane, Lake Tekapo
Stay at this 3-star vacation home in Lake Tekapo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and satellite TV channels. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (281 reviews)
Great location, clean & welcoming, easy self check in process. Good facilities (stove, toaster etc). Great communication.
Reviewed on 2 Nov 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

Lake Tekapo: Single Day Pass for Hot Pools
NZ$39
per adult
80% of travellers recommend

Dark Sky Indoor Maori Cultural Astronomy Experience
NZ$61
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
- Tekapo Springs
- Aoraki / Mount Cook Visitor Center
- Franz Josef Glacier
- Church of the Good Shepherd
- Twizel Town Centre
- Hooker Valley Track
- Lake Ohau
- Hot Tubs Omarama
- Fox Glacier
- Tasman Glacier
- Lake Benmore
- Sheepdog Statue
- Lake Ruataniwha
- Lake Pukaki Information Center
- Sir Edmund Hillary Alpine Centre
- The Cairns Golf Course - Lake Tekapo
- Clay Cliffs
- Mueller Ridge
- Mt Sunday Summit
- Benmore Dam
- Fairlie Heritage Museum
- Wrinkly Rams











