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31 July - 2 Aug
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21 Aug - 23 Aug
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Our top choices for Tekapo hostels

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Lakes Edge Lodge

Lakes Edge Lodge
1.0 star property
Lake Tekapo
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (18 reviews)
"Great location on the lake front"
Australia
Justin
The price is AU$102
includes taxes & fees
19 Aug - 20 Aug
Lakes Edge Lodge
Exterior

Tailor Made Tekapo - Hostel

Tailor Made Tekapo - Hostel
2.0 star property
Lake Tekapo
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (155 reviews)
"Lovely staff and a really neat property with all the animals. "
New Zealand
Rachel
The price is AU$114
includes taxes & fees
30 July - 31 July
Tailor Made Tekapo - Hostel
Lounge

Haka House Lake Tekapo

Haka House Lake Tekapo
5.0 star property
Lake Tekapo
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (429 reviews)
"Close to the Night Sky Project and great view of the lake."
United States
Steven
The price is AU$222
includes taxes & fees
29 July - 30 July
Haka House Lake Tekapo
Twin Room (Shared Bathroom)

Haka House Hostel – Aoraki Mt Cook

Haka House Hostel – Aoraki Mt Cook
4.5 star property
Mount Cook
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (112 reviews)
"the kitchen has full-facilities. it was so convenient! and we luckily could see the starry sky from its balcony."
Japan
Yuka
The price is AU$328
includes taxes & fees
19 Aug - 20 Aug
Haka House Hostel – Aoraki Mt Cook
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.
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Top Tekapo Hotel Reviews

Lakes Edge Lodge

Lakes Edge Lodge

10/10 Excellent
"nice"
yu 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Lakes Edge Lodge

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Tekapo Hostels information

Number of reviews
714
Accommodation
5 Hostels
Lowest Price
AU$102
Highest Price
AU$328

Frequently asked questions

What are the best hostels in Tekapo?
Our guests like these accommodations in the surrounding area, and they may have budget-friendly prices: Guide Hill Station Lodge - 12.1 mi (19.4 km) from the heart of Tekapo. Located within a 5-minute walk of Lake Tekapo. Guests can enjoy free parking, tour/ticket assistance and laundry facilities at this motel. Te Toka Villa- Wake to Views, Sleep Under Stars by Ohana - 8.3 mi (13.3 km) from the heart of Tekapo. Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and tour/ticket assistance at this motel. Lakes Edge Lodge - 1.8 mi (2.8 km) from the heart of Tekapo. Located within a 10-minute walk of Mount Cook National Park. Property features at this motel include free Wi-Fi, free parking and a restaurant. Peppers Bluewater Resort - 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from the heart of Tekapo. Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi and free parking at this motel. Lakes Edge Holiday Park - 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from the heart of Tekapo. Located within a 10-minute walk of Lake Tekapo. You can take advantage of free Wi-Fi, free parking and tour/ticket assistance at this hostel.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Tekapo?
Good weather's always better when you want to venture out and explore, so here's some information that may be helpful: The hottest months are usually February and January, with an average temperature of 7°C, while the coldest months are July and August, with an average of -3°C. The rainiest months in Tekapo are May, September, December and July, with each month seeing an average of 360 mm of rainfall.
What is there to see and do in Tekapo?
Depending on what interests you, you might enjoy the area around Tekapo. Get out into nature with places such as Lake Tekapo, Lake Pukaki and Mount Cook National Park. Additional attractions include Mount John Observatory, Lake Tekapō Regional Park and Mount John Lookout.
What's the best way to get to and around Tekapo while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in and around Tekapo in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can fly into the closest airport, which is Timaru (TIU-Richard Pearse), 41.5 mi (66.8 km) away from the city centre.

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