Lake Tekapo Village Motel

3.5 star property
Motel in Lake Tekapo, steps from Dark Sky Project

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Lakeview Studio (Upstairs)
Lakeview Penthouse Two-Bedroom Apartment | Living area
Exterior
View from property
Lakeview Penthouse Two-Bedroom Apartment | Living area

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AU$273
includes taxes & fees
21 Oct - 22 Oct

Explore the area

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Village Centre, State Highway 8, Lake Tekapo, 7945
  • Place, Dark Sky Project
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Church of the Good Shepherd
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Tekapo Springs
    ‪3 min drive‬

Room options

Lakeview Two-Bedroom Suite (Upstairs)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
  • 50 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Studio (Ground Floor)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
2 bedrooms
Fan
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Lakeview Studio (Upstairs)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(32 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
2 bedrooms
Fan
  • 25 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Two-Bedroom Suite (Accessible)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Separate dining area
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
  • 50 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Lakeview Penthouse Two-Bedroom Apartment

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
  • 70 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Twin Beds and 2 Double Beds

Two-Bedroom Suite (Ground Floor)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Separate dining area
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
  • 50 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Studio (Accessible)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
2 bedrooms
Fan
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Backpacker _Dorm bed

Highlights

Heating
Blackout curtains
2 bedrooms
Fan
Hairdryer
Wardrobe
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Backpacker _Private Room 4 beds

Highlights

Heating
Blackout curtains
2 bedrooms
Fan
4 bathrooms
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Wardrobe
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

Two-Bedroom Suite (Ground Floor)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Blackout curtains
2 bedrooms
Fan
Hairdryer
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

About the area

Lake Tekapo

Lake Tekapo Village Motel places you steps from Dark Sky Project and within a 10-minute stroll of Cowans Hill Walkway. Highlights at this motel include free in-room WiFi. .This motel has free WiFi in public areas, a garden and tour/ticket assistance. Added amenities include laundry facilities and luggage storage. There's also the convenience of limited parking. .Places within a 15-minute walk of this 3.5-property class Lake Tekapo motel include Church of the Good Shepherd and Sheepdog Statue.

What's nearby

  • Dark Sky Project - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Church of the Good Shepherd - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Sheepdog Statue - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • The Cairns Golf Course - Lake Tekapo - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Tekapo Springs - 3 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 163 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Greedy Cow - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Better Batter - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Blue Lake Eatery & Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Jack Rabbit - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Ramen Tekapo - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Lake Tekapo Village Motel

Motel in Lake Tekapo, steps from 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 a hairdryer and fans. This Lake Tekapo motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking within 20 metres
  • Ski shuttle nearby
  • Limited on-site parking (max 1 space per unit)
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In the mountains

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 2 floors
  • 3 buildings
  • Designated smoking areas

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

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 3 per cent 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

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.

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 per cent

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-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
On-site 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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all 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

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our ratings system.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Lake Tekapo Village Motel?

Lake Tekapo Village Motel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Lake Tekapo Village Motel?

As of 15 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lake Tekapo Village Motel on 21 Oct 2025 start from AU$272.88, 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.

Is parking available at Lake Tekapo Village Motel?

Onsite parking is limited (max 1 space per unit).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Lake Tekapo Village Motel?

No, Lake Tekapo Village Motel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Lake Tekapo Village Motel?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Lake Tekapo Village Motel?

No, pets are not allowed.

Is there a golf course on site at Lake Tekapo Village Motel?

There isn't one on site, but The Cairns Golf Course - Lake Tekapo is a short 16-minute walk away.