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Lake Tekapo Cottages

3.0 star property
Guesthouse with free parking, a quick walk to Church of the Good Shepherd

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Milkyway - Mountain Breeze Lodge | Bathroom | Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels, soap

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

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9.6 out of 10
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Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Stargazing - 2 Bedroom Lodge | Terrace/patio

Stargazing - 2 Bedroom Lodge

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Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 2 Single Beds

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Polaris - 1bed Oasis in Lake Tekapo! | Individually furnished, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Polaris - 1bed Oasis in Lake Tekapo!

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Pluto - Moonlit Mirage

8.6 out of 10
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Deck/patio
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Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
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  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Single Bed

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Individually furnished, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Galaxy 3BR Modern Home with Fireplace & Outdoor Spa

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Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
  • 100 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

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Milkyway - Mountain Breeze Lodge | Terrace/patio

Milkyway - Mountain Breeze Lodge

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
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Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Eclipse - 2-Bedroom Escape

8.0 out of 10
Very good
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Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 2 Single Beds

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Little Birch - 2 Bedroom Retreat | Living area | 42-cm Smart TV with digital channels, streaming services

Little Birch - 2 Bedroom Retreat

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

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The Birch - 3 Bedroom Cottage | Individually furnished, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

The Birch - 3 Bedroom Cottage

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Garden
Furnished balcony
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 7
  • 2 Queen Beds and 3 Single Beds
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About the area

Map
12 Sealy St, Lake Tekapo, 7999

Getting around

  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 163 min drive

About this property

Lake Tekapo Cottages

Guest house located near Church of the Good Shepherd with rooms rejuvenated in 2024
Located close to Tekapo Springs, Lake Tekapo Cottages provides an adjacent golf course, a terrace and a garden. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • Free self-parking
  • Express check-out, luggage storage and smoke-free property
  • Multilingual staff
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and location
Room features
All rooms are individually furnished, and boast comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
Extra amenities include:
  • Free toiletries and hairdryers
  • 42-cm Smart TVs with streaming services and premium channels
  • Mini fridges, microwaves and toasters

Languages

English, Filipino, German, Thai

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Things to do

  • 9-hole adjacent golf course

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Luggage storage
  • Virtual front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Multilingual staff

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Handrails in stairways
  • High-pile carpet in room
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • 7 buildings
  • Renovated guestrooms - May 2024
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-cm smart TV with premium digital channels
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Paper towels
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Heating
  • Individual furnishings
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information; access will be through a private entrance
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests

Access methods

Lockbox, private entrance

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types at the property

Important information

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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Lake Tekapo Cottages House
Lake Tekapo Cottages
Lake Tekapo Cottages Guesthouse
Tekapo Cottages Guesthouse
Tekapo Cottages Tekapo
Lake Tekapo Cottages Guesthouse
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Lake Tekapo Cottages Guesthouse Lake Tekapo

Frequently asked questions

Is Lake Tekapo Cottages pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Lake Tekapo Cottages?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Lake Tekapo Cottages?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10 PM.

What time is check-out at Lake Tekapo Cottages?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is Lake Tekapo Cottages located?

Situated in Lake Tekapo, this golf guesthouse is within 2 mi (3 km) of Church of the Good Shepherd, Tekapo Springs and Lake Tekapo. Lake Pukaki is 16.8 mi (27.1 km) away.

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Lake Tekapo Cottages Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 253 out of 470 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 152 out of 470 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 43 out of 470 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 17 out of 470 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 470 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay! Everything was perfect and very cosy environment and fabulous location. Bed was comfortable and the water pressure on the shower was who good!! I would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vani

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lake Tekapo cottages are awesome and so conveniently located to the area attractions. The cottage was maintained beautifully.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Decent stay. Pool was great. Place was in need of some general maintenance and updates.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful apartment, very quiet and everything you needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spacious and great location!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful place, host was great at letting us stay late after the star gazing.

8/10 Good

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The owners are super friendly and the gardens on the property are beautiful!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay, still under renovations. Will be even better when reno complete.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Glenn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were friendly and helpful, cabin was warm, comfortable, and spacious. Great location.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect place
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved our stay in Rowan’s Cottage, cute and cosy and a pleasant walk from the cottage to walking trails, shops and cafes. Very friendly host, Steve, who welcomed us to the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keiman

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property, rented the two bedroom cabin for two nights and everything was as expected. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was an awesome place to stay. Unit was perfect for our needs
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great cottage near the lakeshore

Great 2 bedroomed cottage in tge woods just a short walk from the lakeshore.
Cottage
Church
Mountains & Lake
Bridge
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful place to stay

Amazing small cottage. Very close to Lake Tekapo and the town. Near restaurants and supermarket. Management and staff were very friendly and extremely helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Soohee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quite place to take a good rest. Very comfortable bed.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing place to stay, lovely grounds, owner very helpful and thoughtful. Felt like we were at home in our lovely little cottage. We stayed in the homeymoon suite and just loved it. Walk to shops and resteraunts is about 5 mins and the views are just incredible

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was in a great location so easy to walk to everything that was needed and still very quiet. The cottage had everything we needed and it was very nice to have on-site free laundry. Would stay again and recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property manager was incredibly friendly and helpful, the cottage was very spacious, quiet and secluded while also being within walking distance of the Church of the Good Shepard. Nice views from the patio and a full kitchen for cooking meals. Really enjoyed our stay, thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Zhenyu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location, big room
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deb

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Handy, quiet, private

Just a quick stay but had everything we needed. Handy location but quiet. Helpful host, would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lorri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Loved it!!!

Fantastic spot to stay! Walking distance to town, quiet, loving kind owners, very attentive. We loved it!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Catharine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location, has all the bits and pieces we needed. Quite rustic, but good option if on a budget. Friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Preeti

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Warm property with everything you need. Friendly staff who are very helpful. Beautiful spot and convenient to everywhere in Tekapo,
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023