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Lake Tekapo Village Motel

3.5 star property
3.5-star motel near Dark Sky Project

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Lakeview Studio (Upstairs) | Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets
Lakeview Penthouse Two-Bedroom Apartment | Living area
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Lakeview Penthouse Two-Bedroom Apartment | Living area

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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14 Rapuwai Lane, Lake Tekapo, Canterbury, 7999
  • Place, Dark Sky Project
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Church of the Good Shepherd
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Sheepdog Statue
    ‪8 min walk‬

Room options

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Lakeview Two-Bedroom Suite (Upstairs) | Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Lakeview Two-Bedroom Suite (Upstairs)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • 538 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Studio (Ground Floor)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Lakeview Studio (Upstairs) | Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Lakeview Studio (Upstairs)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(33 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Two-Bedroom Suite (Accessible)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 538 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Lakeview Penthouse Two-Bedroom Apartment | Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Lakeview Penthouse Two-Bedroom Apartment

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 753 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Twin Beds and 2 Double Beds

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Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Two-Bedroom Suite (Ground Floor)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 538 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Studio (Accessible)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Backpacker _Dorm bed | Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Backpacker _Dorm bed

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Backpacker _Private Room 4 beds | Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Backpacker _Private Room 4 beds

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Two-Bedroom Suite (Ground Floor)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Lake Tekapo

In Lake Tekapo .With a stay at this Lake Tekapo motel, you'll be steps from Dark Sky Project and within a 10-minute walk of Cowans Hill Walkway. Church of the Good Shepherd and Sheepdog Statue are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Dark Sky Project - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Church of the Good Shepherd - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Sheepdog Statue - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • The Cairns Golf Course - Lake Tekapo - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Tekapo Springs - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 177 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Better Batter - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Jack Rabbit - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Greedy Cow - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Blue Lake Eatery & Bar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Ramen Tekapo - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Lake Tekapo Village Motel

3.5-star motel near Dark Sky Project
As a guest of Lake Tekapo Village Motel, you'll find tour/ticket assistance, a garden, and laundry facilities. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star Lake Tekapo motel.

  • 19 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 3 buildings
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Garden
  • Smoking in designated areas
Lake Tekapo Village Motel offers 19 accommodations with hair dryers and fans. This Lake Tekapo motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Ski shuttle nearby
  • Limited onsite parking (max 1 space per unit)
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

More

  • Fan
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 3 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit is payable by wire transfer and is due within 72 hours of booking the reservation.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3 percent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, JCB International, Union Pay, debit cards, and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Guests may experience noise disturbance due to nearby construction work.

National rating

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services.

Property is also known as

Lake Tekapo Scenic Resort
Lake Tekapo Scenic
Lake Tekapo Scenic Hotel Lake Tekapo
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Lake Tekapo Village Motel
Lake Tekapo Village
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Frequently asked questions

How close is Lake Tekapo Village Motel to the airport?

Lake Tekapo Village Motel is 137.8 mi (177-min drive) away from the Christchurch International Airport (CHC) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Lake Tekapo Village Motel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Lake Tekapo Village Motel.

Does Lake Tekapo Village Motel offer free breakfast?

Lake Tekapo Village Motel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Lake Tekapo Village Motel?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at Lake Tekapo Village Motel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Lake Tekapo Village Motel?

Free parking is not available at this motel.

Does Lake Tekapo Village Motel have a pool?

Lake Tekapo Village Motel does not have a pool.

Does Lake Tekapo Village Motel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Lake Tekapo Village Motel to downtown Lake Tekapo?

Lake Tekapo Village Motel is 0.1 mi away from Lake Tekapo.

Lake Tekapo Village Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 506 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 354 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 109 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 22 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 1005 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful views

Beautiful views from the room. Helpful and knowledgeable reception staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jin Jong

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

KUANG-SHEN

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Too pricey. No microwave in room. Quiet and not bad location.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Scott

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness

Get what you pay for in Tekapo

Get what you pay for in a tourist hot spot, so can't expect too much considering the price vs other hotels. Shower is very small with roof that makes it feel tiny. There was a used tissue left in the shower also. Otherwise it was fine for the night, very handy location being in the middle of the village. Nice view from the deck in our upstairs room. It's a bit noisy with other guests on the wooden walkway and there isnt a blind for the frosted main door, so the room stays quite light during the night.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

AYA

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice view. Heater not hot enough
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

xianming

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arthur

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great staff

Lovely staff, very welcoming and friendly. Comfortable warm room with a nice bath. Great location Really enjoyed my stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Meg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff, a lovely view out over the lake and although close to bus stops and backpackers, very quiet. A microwave would have been great to reheat meals but otherwise well equiped and clean. Close to everything including the supermarket, cafes and Dark Sky. It was a very relaxing 2 nights there.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Graeme

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Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient, especially if you don’t have a car. Kind and helpful staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suresh

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Hayden

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous views out over the lake. Good sized room and decent breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

francis

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Clean and well furnished. A very comfortable stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing location. Comfort ++ Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Megan

Traveled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Room was freezing cold, bed warmers on bed did not work. Coffee pot broken
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kyle

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was very warm and had a great view of the lake.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent lodge

It's a good place to stay, so comfortable and good view of lake and location.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Sandra

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Layout of 2 bedroom unit poor, 1 single lounge chair, TV not in common area only in main bedroom. Bathroom looking its age
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Erin

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location, central to everything, walking distance. Friendly staff. Comfortable room. Great heating. Easy parking.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Tv was not working but other than that perfect
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Trudy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very expensive for a very average property. It’s very dated. The free breakfast is not worth it. We went elsewhere.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025