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 Wi-Fi 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

Haka House Lake Tekapo
5 Motuariki Lane Lake Tekapo Canterbury
The price is AU$496 per night from 10 Dec to 11 Dec
AU$496
10 Dec - 11 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hostel in Lake Tekapo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Tekapo Springs and Maclaren Footbridge are located ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (362 reviews)
Very convenient location
Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025

The Godley Hotel
2 Rapuwai Lane Lake Tekapo Canterbury
The price is AU$234 per night from 13 Dec to 14 Dec
AU$234
13 Dec - 14 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Lake Tekapo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8/10 Very Good! (628 reviews)
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Reviewed on 27 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.

Simons Hill Station
2963 Tekapo-Twizel Rd Tekapo Canterbury Region
Stay at this chalet in Tekapo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi 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 luxury aparthotel in Lake Tekapo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8/10 Very Good! (3,234 reviews)
The room was clean and the views were beautiful. Location is great, right on the lake across from the restaurants and star gazing tours. Parking area was full and difficult to find a space near the room. Overall, it was a very good choice to see and experience this beautiful lake.
Reviewed on 19 Nov 2025

Pinewood Motels
25 Mount Cook Road Fairlie South Canterbury
Stay at this aparthotel in Fairlie. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (452 reviews)
Lovely small motel, comfortable drive from Lake Tekapo. Staff were friendly and accommodating. Room was clean and comfortable
Reviewed on 30 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

25-Minute Helicopter flight including an alpine landing
AU$341
per adult
100% of travellers recommend

45-Minute Glacier Highlights Helicopter Tour from Mount Cook
AU$583
per adult

Alpine Vista Helicopter Flight & Alpine Landing
AU$333
per adult
100% of travellers recommend

Mount Cook & Twin Glaciers Helicopter Flight with Snow Landing
AU$757
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
- Mount John Observatory
- Mount John Lookout
- Roundhill Ski Area
- Mount Cook National Park
- Aoraki / Mount Cook
- Lake Tekapo
- Lake Pukaki
- Tekapo Springs
- Aoraki / Mount Cook Visitor Center
- Franz Josef Glacier
- Church of the Good Shepherd
- Dark Sky Project
- Hot Tubs Omarama
- Lake Ohau
- Hooker Valley Track
- Fox Glacier
- Tasman Lake
- Lake Ruataniwha
- Sheepdog Statue
- Clay Cliffs
- Lake Pukaki Information Center
- Mt Sunday Summit
- Benmore Dam











