The Godley Hotel

3.0 star property
Comfortable lakefront hotel, walk to Church of the Good Shepherd
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The Godley Hotel

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Superior Room, Lake View | View from room
Outdoor dining
Front of property
Superior Room
Coffee shop

Overview of The Godley Hotel

8.0

Very good

Highlight
  • Offers an on-site restaurant. Only 5% of properties have this in Lake Tekapo.

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Business services
The price is AU$197
Price available on 2/4/2024

Explore the area

State Highway 8, Lake Tekapo, 7945
  • Popular LocationJack Rabbit2 min walk
  • Popular LocationTin Plate Kitchen & Bar2 min walk
  • Popular LocationCowans Hill Walkway2 min walk
  • Popular LocationDark Sky Project5 min walk
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Room options

Standard Room

cleanliness

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Smart TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Superior Room

cleanliness

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Smart TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Standard Room, Lake View

cleanliness

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Smart TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • 22 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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About the area

Lake Tekapo

Located in Lake Tekapo, The Godley Hotel is in a rural area and on a lake. While the natural beauty of Lake Tekapo and Lake Pukaki can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Tekapo Springs. Church of the Good Shepherd and Mount John Observatory are two other places to visit that come recommended. Enjoy the area's slopes with downhill skiing, snowboarding and a ski area, and don't miss out on the snow tubing.

What's nearby

  • Dark Sky Project - 5 min walk
  • Church of the Good Shepherd - 7 min walk
  • Sheepdog Statue - 8 min walk
  • Tekapo Springs - 4 min drive
  • Mount John Observatory - 20 min drive

Getting around

  • Timaru (TIU-Richard Pearse) - 71 min drive

Restaurants

  • Tlv Restaurant & Bar - 3 min walk
  • Mackenzie's Stonegrill - 3 min walk
  • Jack Rabbit - 2 min walk
  • Astro Cafe - 20 min drive
  • Kohan Restaurant - 4 min walk

About this property

The Godley Hotel

Hotel near Church of the Good Shepherd
Located close to Tekapo Springs and Mount John Observatory, The Godley Hotel provides a coffee shop/cafe, a garden and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a fireplace in reception and conference space.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self-parking
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), luggage storage and a front desk safe
  • A TV in reception and smoke-free property
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All 58 rooms offer amenities such as free WiFi. Guests reviews give good marks for the clean rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) and free cots/infant beds
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hairdryers
  • 40-inch Smart TVs with satellite channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, fridges and free tea bags/instant coffee

Languages

English, German, Portuguese, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:30 AM–9:30 AM for a fee: NZD 32 for adults and NZD 16 for children
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Restaurants on site

  • Jack Rabbit

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Free cot
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping

Business services

  • Conference space

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • On a lake

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 2 floors
  • 4 buildings
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 40-inch Smart TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Heating
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2.5 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:30 PM
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 57 per night.
Free cots are available on request at the property

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: from approximately NZD 32 for adults and from NZD 16 for children
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 57 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.5 per cent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts major credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

National rating

This property does not have a Qualmark® rating. For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our ratings system.

Property is also known as

Godley Hotel
Godley Hotel Lake Tekapo
Godley Lake Tekapo
The Godley Hotel Hotel
The Godley Hotel Lake Tekapo
The Godley Hotel Hotel Lake Tekapo

Frequently asked questions

Is The Godley Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Godley Hotel?

As of 28 Mar 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Godley Hotel on 2 Apr 2024 start from AU$196.62, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at The Godley Hotel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Godley Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:30 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Godley Hotel?

Checkout is at 10 AM. Late checkout is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is The Godley Hotel located?

Situated on a lake, this hotel is within 2 mi (3 km) of Church of the Good Shepherd, Tekapo Springs and Lake Tekapo. Mount John Observatory and Lake Pukaki are also within 20 mi (32 km).

The Godley Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 159 out of 391 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 122 out of 391 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 67 out of 391 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 28 out of 391 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 391 reviews" "

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thank you for the very nice gentleman who helped me bring my luggage onto the first floor when my husband was holding our little one in arms. Appreciate it!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Gregory, London

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Beautiful town with good dining options. Building we were in could use some minor upgrades, but happy overall for two of us for one night.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Within walking distance of everything. Room clean and comfortable. Nice friends staff. Definitely recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Lucy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Definitely a 3 star hotel as facilities are basic, but the staff were lovely, it had everything we needed and was very convenient in terms of location and parking.

10/10 Excellent

Wuhua, Superior Twp

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great view of Lake Tekapo
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Great location & very good place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Wuttichai

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Closed to lake and safe.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

4/10 Poor

Ronda

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great location… beautiful view out the window. Hard beds, flat pillows and small dark rooms
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Patricia

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

patrice

Travelled with partner
Basic needs met. Nothing fancy but good for one night. Laundry service is a plus
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

General hotel information

Reasons to Book
Nice Bathroom & Beautiful Rooms
Check-In Time
2:00 PM
Check-Out Time
10:00 AM
Star Rating
3.0