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The Godley Hotel

3.0 star property
Comfortable lakefront hotel, a quick walk to Church of the Good Shepherd

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Superior Room, Lake View | View from room
Outdoor dining
Exterior
Superior Room
Cafe

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
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  • Laundry
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  • Parking included
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  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFiFree WiFi
  • Business services
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Explore the area

Map
State Highway 8, Lake Tekapo, 7945
  • Popular LocationDark Sky Project5 min walk
  • Popular LocationChurch of the Good Shepherd7 min walk
  • Popular LocationTekapo Springs4 min drive
  • AirportTimaru (TIU-Richard Pearse)71 min drive

Room options

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Standard Room

Standard Room

Highlights

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

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Superior Room

Superior Room

Highlights

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

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Standard Room, Lake View

Standard Room, Lake View

Highlights

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

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Exterior
Lakes Edge Holiday Park
Parking included
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The price is AU$217
for 1 night
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug
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About the area

Lake Tekapo

At The Godley Hotel you'll be within a 10-minute stroll of Church of the Good Shepherd and within 30 minutes of Tekapo Springs. Highlights at this hotel include in-room free WiFi and Smart TVs. .The café, Jack Rabbit, is open for breakfast, brunch and lunch. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and laundry facilities. Full breakfast is available daily. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .With a stay at this 3-property class Lake Tekapo hotel, you'll be 2.5 km (1.5 mi) from Lake Tekapo and 4.1 km (2.6 mi) from Mount John Observatory.

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
  • ‪Dark Sky Diner - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Jack Rabbit - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Astro Cafe - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Mackenzie's Stonegrill - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The Godley Hotel

Comfortable lakefront hotel, a quick walk to Church of the Good Shepherd
There's a coffee shop/cafe on site. WiFi is free in public spaces. The Godley Hotel also features a garden, a fireplace in the lobby, and laundry facilities. Self parking is free.

This 3-star Lake Tekapo hotel is smoke free.

  • 58 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 4 buildings
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Garden
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Coffee shop
The Godley Hotel offers 58 accommodations with a hairdryer and free toiletries. Smart televisions come with satellite channels. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Cots/infant beds (complimentary) are also available. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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 for a fee: NZD 32 for adults and NZD 32 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

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

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 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

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for full breakfast: from approximately NZD 32 for adults and from NZD 32 for children
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.5 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
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 security system and a first aid kit
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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts major credit cards, Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay, debit cards, cash and mobile payments.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

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

What is the cancellation policy at The Godley Hotel?

The Godley Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at The Godley Hotel?

Yep, The Godley Hotel has a free self car park.

Is The Godley Hotel family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that The Godley Hotel is a hit with families.

Does The Godley Hotel serve breakfast?

You bet, full brekkie is on offer daily.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Godley Hotel?

No, The Godley Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Godley Hotel?

Yep, you can grab a meal at The Godley Hotel's onsite restaurant that serves breakfast, brunch and lunch.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Godley Hotel?

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

Are pets allowed at The Godley Hotel?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Is there a golf course on site at The Godley Hotel?

There isn't one on site, but The Cairns Golf Course - Lake Tekapo is a short 17-minute walk away.

The Godley Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 177 out of 435 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 139 out of 435 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 75 out of 435 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 28 out of 435 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 435 reviews" "

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Virginia

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good basic hotel, close to shops and cafe.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Angi

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Overall a good stay, lovely view of the lake. The room was clean however there was no little table in the room which was super weird. Nowhere to put the laptops of air and have anything to eat… we had to sit on the bed to eat dinner which we had bought from a local restaurant. The room would be more user friendly to have a small table in it to go with the two chairs that were in it.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

6/10 Okay

brian

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Lowest price in an overpriced area
For some reason, this region is overpriced. The Godly is no exception. While it has the most reasonable pricing in the area, it is in dire need of upgrades. For example, the shower head was at eye level. This made it very difficult to wash your hair in the cramped shower. In the future, we will stay in the surrounding community and not in town.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beyond expectations after reading ‘tired’ reviews
Glad to see the hotel management listened and revamped some parts of the room. Shower area still looks tired. The water pressure was good, just the shower head was abit too low.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sally

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and great staff
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Rude customer service
Tiny rooms, rude customer service, and the room wasn’t even ready by 4pm. I booked the room for 3 guests, but was charged $27/night for the 3rd guest upon arrival. Who does that?
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

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

Sugam

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

8/10 Good

Erica

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Lake tekapo
The hotel is in an excellent location. Check in was easy. The rooms are somewhat worn and the beds are very soft, almost felt like a waterbed. It is clean. A decent budget choice in a great place.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 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

8/10 Good

Tracey

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Location is perfect
Location, Location, Location - the hotel was placed perfectly to see the lake, walk to the church and the array of amazing restaurants, supermarket and more. The place is a little old. But clean, tidy and the team are great.
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

2/10 Terrible

Md Mejbah Udddin

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel charged me $95 extra because there was burnt cattle . We did not use there cattle during our staying period at all. Looks like management just hungry for money . Provide only one big size & 2 very small towal ( size of kitchen towal) for 3 people . It’s was horrible experience.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Angela

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Abbie

Liked: Cleanliness
Good location
Basic room no lift so had to carry suitcase up stairs. Good location with plenty of dining options around.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had to stay here because there were no other options- but the place is really gross- the rooms are totally nasty and run down. The beds are awful. Dont stay here unless you're desperate.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024