Lake Tekapo Holiday Rentals, Canterbury: Private House Rentals

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Mini-fridge, microwave, stovetop, electric kettle

Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking (Skyrim One Bedroom Suite) | Free WiFi, bed sheets

1. Skyrim Lodge

Lake Tekapo

Cheryl

2.987.841 ₫

3.532.226 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

4 Sept - 5 Sept

2. The Godley Hotel

Lake Tekapo

Kim

2.690.479 ₫

3.094.051 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

2 Sept - 3 Sept

3. Lakes Edge Holiday Park

Lake Tekapo

Damian

2.137.871 ₫

2.458.552 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

2 Sept - 3 Sept

Suite | Private kitchen | Mini-fridge, microwave, cookware/dishes/utensils

4. Woolshed Suites

Lake Tekapo

Whitney

3.123.286 ₫

3.591.779 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

2 Sept - 3 Sept

Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, soundproofing

5. Grand Suites Lake Tekapo

Lake Tekapo

Chhavi

9.295.089 ₫

10.689.352 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

2 Sept - 3 Sept

Deluxe Double Room, Lake View | Minibar, desk, soundproofing, free WiFi

Deluxe Double Room, Lake View | Bathroom | Free toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes, heated floors

6. Galaxy Boutique Hotel

Lake Tekapo

Clara

8.031.601 ₫

9.236.341 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board

7. Mantra Lake Tekapo

Lake Tekapo

HARDIK

6.693.001 ₫

7.696.951 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

16 Sept - 17 Sept

Deluxe Lake View Hotel Room | View from room

8. Peppers Bluewater Resort

Lake Tekapo

Sophie

4.091.056 ₫

4.704.714 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

Premier Apartment | Living room | Flat-screen TV

9. The Mackenzie Suites

Lake Tekapo

Peter

4.761.788 ₫

5.475.979 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

2 Sept - 3 Sept

Apartment 2 - 2 bedrooms (2x king beds) | Private kitchen | Electric kettle

Apartment 1 - 2 bedrooms (1x king / 2x single bed) | Balcony

10. Lot 7 - Studios & Apartments

Lake Tekapo

Jennifer

3.650.422 ₫

4.198.001 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

16 Sept - 17 Sept

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Ground Floor | Mountain view

11. Mackenzie Apartments & Suites

Lake Tekapo

Lee

5.217.760 ₫

6.000.439 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

Superior Apartment, Garden View | Living area

Superior Apartment, Garden View | Bathroom | Shower, hair dryer, towels, toilet paper

12. April One Bedroom Apartment

Lake Tekapo

Jonathan

3.983.749 ₫

4.581.311 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

13. Lakes Edge Lodge

Lake Tekapo

Justin

1.402.177 ₫

1.612.504 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

3 Sept - 4 Sept

Iron/ironing board (on request), free WiFi, bed sheets

14. Tailor Made Tekapo - Hostel

Lake Tekapo

Rachel

2.057.508 ₫

2.366.157 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

15. Haka House Lake Tekapo

Lake Tekapo

Yuyu

3.809.243 ₫

4.380.629 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

16. Tekapo 1929 - Pioneer Cottage

Lake Tekapo

"This is NOT a rating about Tekapo Blue Cottage or its Owner! This is about me booking this property on Expedia, them confirming my booking and when I arrived in New Zealand to this property it was already occupied by another couple and I was then sent another address and property that was NOTHING similar to what I actually booked. Expedia has only offered me a $25 One Key cash credit. Don’t Trust Expedia when booking this property! Contact the Owner direct! Fix the problem Expedia and hold...

Jerry

Deluxe Apartment | Private kitchen | Coffee/tea maker, fridge, microwave, toaster

Standard Studio, 1 Queen Bed | Terrace/patio

17. Burkes Pass Country Motel

Burkes Pass

Richmond

3.078.244 ₫

3.539.981 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

4 Sept - 5 Sept

Superior Chalet, 3 Bedrooms, Lake View | Terrace/patio

18. Guide Hill Station Lodge

Tekapo

5.442.043 ₫

6.258.349 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

4 Sept - 5 Sept

Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Apartment) | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Apartment) | Living area | 42-inch Smart TV with satellite channels, heated floors

Standard Studio, Non Smoking, Kitchen | Private kitchen | Coffee/tea maker, fridge, microwave, stovetop

19. Aorangi Motel

Fairlie

Daniel

2.347.184 ₫

2.699.331 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

2 Sept - 3 Sept

Family Cabin | Living area | 32-inch Smart TV with digital channels

Deluxe Cabin | Living area | 32-inch Smart TV with digital channels

20. Mackenzie Motels

Fairlie

Palitha

2.293.593 ₫

2.637.632 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

21 Sept - 22 Sept

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Stay near popular Lake Tekapo attractions

A swimming pool with a mountainous backdrop.

Tekapo Springs

9.0/10 (453 reviews)

Soak in the hot pools with panoramic views of Lake Tekapo and the Southern Alps. Experience stargazing tours in this International Dark Sky Reserve, where celestial wonders come alive after sunset.

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A stone church under a starry night sky.

Church of the Good Shepherd

9.0/10 (949 reviews)

The Church of the Good Shepherd stands on Lake Tekapo's shore, framing turquoise waters and Southern Alps through its altar window. Visit at sunrise when the stone sanctuary glows against the mountain backdrop.

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A bronze statue of a dog standing on a rock against a blue sky with clouds.

Sheepdog Statue

8.6/10 (601 reviews)

This bronze tribute to the border collies who shaped the Mackenzie Basin's farming history stands proudly overlooking Lake Tekapo. Pause here to appreciate both the statue and the breathtaking Southern Alps backdrop.

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Dark Sky Project

8.2/10 (153 reviews)

Explore the stars at Dark Sky Project within the world's largest gold-tier Dark Sky Reserve. Join guided mountaintop tours combining scientific insights with Māori astronomy traditions at Mount John Observatory.

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Cowans Hill Walkway

8.4/10 (50 reviews)

This scenic trail winds through forests and tussock grasslands, revealing breathtaking panoramas of Lake Tekapo and the Southern Alps. Capture vibrant lupins in spring or spot native birds in wetlands.

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The Cairns Golf Course - Lake Tekapo

7.6/10 (34 reviews)

Links-style course follows natural glacial contours with panoramic views of the Southern Alps and Lake Tekapo. Play 18 holes using the innovative two-tee-per-green design that honours Scottish golfing traditions.

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Learn more about Lake Tekapo

Turquoise waters of this alpine lake reflect snow-capped mountains beneath some of the clearest night skies on Earth. Visit the Church of the Good Shepherd for iconic photos, then join stargazing tours at Mount John Observatory to witness the spectacular Mackenzie Dark Sky Reserve.

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Top Lake Tekapo Hotel Reviews

Peppers Bluewater Resort

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room. Well appointed villa with super helpful staff."

Skyrim Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Lovely room with a scenic view over the mountains around the region. Absolutely chuffed with what we got for a last minute booking, would stay here again."

Grand Suites Lake Tekapo

8/10 Good

"Perfect location. Nice and fresh property."

The Huts at Lakes Edge

10/10 Excellent

"Great room and perfect for star gazing!"

The Godley Hotel

8/10 Good

"Nice place to stay, shame restaurant was closed during our trip as it would have been handy. Plenty of parking and good location."

Galaxy Boutique Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Loved the bathroom heated floor and sky window to watch the night sky. Beautiful location and easy to get to the downtown area with dining options and activities"

Lot 7 - Studios & Apartments

10/10 Excellent

"Check in was smooth due to communication by the host prior to arrival since check in isn’t actually on site. It was a super smooth process, the location of the rooms are amazing, walkable to all the things. Was super convenient to watch sunrise / sunset & stargazing by the lake"

Haka House Lake Tekapo

10/10 Excellent

"Pretty good!"

Mantra Lake Tekapo

10/10 Excellent

"Clean, kitchen was great. Plenty of parking, comfy beds, very safe. No dryer"

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Gladstone Grand Hotel

43 Main St Fairlie Canterbury

1.374.345 ₫

1.580.574 ₫ total

13 Sept - 14 Sept

includes taxes & fees

5.4/10 (61 reviews)

Tailor Made Tekapo - Hostel

11 Aorangi Crescent Lake Tekapo

2.057.508 ₫

2.366.157 ₫ total

7 Sept - 8 Sept

includes taxes & fees

8.8/10 Excellent! (155 reviews)

Lakes Edge Holiday Park

2 Lakeside Dr Lake Tekapo Canterbury

2.137.871 ₫

2.458.552 ₫ total

2 Sept - 3 Sept

includes taxes & fees

Mackenzie Motels

12 School Road Fairlie

2.293.593 ₫

2.637.632 ₫ total

21 Sept - 22 Sept

includes taxes & fees

Burkes Pass Country Motel

2122 Fairlie-Tekapo Road, SH 8, Fairlie Burkes Pass Canterbury

3.078.244 ₫

3.539.981 ₫ total

4 Sept - 5 Sept

includes taxes & fees

9.2/10 Wonderful! (244 reviews)

Woolshed Suites

8 Motuariki Lane Lake Tekapo Canterbury Region

3.123.286 ₫

3.591.779 ₫ total

2 Sept - 3 Sept

includes taxes & fees

9.4/10 Exceptional! (33 reviews)

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Frequently asked questions

What's the weather like in Lake Tekapo?

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 Lake Tekapo are May, September, December and July, with each month seeing an average of 360 mm of rainfall.

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Our top choices for Lake Tekapo hotels

1. Skyrim Lodge

2. The Godley Hotel

3. Lakes Edge Holiday Park

4. Woolshed Suites

5. Grand Suites Lake Tekapo

6. Galaxy Boutique Hotel

7. Mantra Lake Tekapo

8. Peppers Bluewater Resort

9. The Mackenzie Suites

10. Lot 7 - Studios & Apartments

11. Mackenzie Apartments & Suites

12. April One Bedroom Apartment

13. Lakes Edge Lodge

14. Tailor Made Tekapo - Hostel

15. Haka House Lake Tekapo

16. Tekapo 1929 - Pioneer Cottage

17. Burkes Pass Country Motel

18. Guide Hill Station Lodge

19. Aorangi Motel

20. Mackenzie Motels

Stay near popular Lake Tekapo attractions

Tekapo Springs

Church of the Good Shepherd

Sheepdog Statue

Dark Sky Project

Cowans Hill Walkway

The Cairns Golf Course - Lake Tekapo

Learn more about Lake Tekapo

Top Lake Tekapo Hotel Reviews

Peppers Bluewater Resort

Skyrim Lodge

Grand Suites Lake Tekapo

The Huts at Lakes Edge

The Godley Hotel

Galaxy Boutique Hotel

Lot 7 - Studios & Apartments

Haka House Lake Tekapo

Mantra Lake Tekapo

More cheap stays in Lake Tekapo

Gladstone Grand Hotel

Tailor Made Tekapo - Hostel

Lakes Edge Holiday Park

Mackenzie Motels

Burkes Pass Country Motel

Woolshed Suites

Hotels in Lake Tekapo with star rating

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