The Godley Hotel

Hotels
2-4 Rapuwai Lane , Lake Tekapo , nz

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Heating
Hiking
Laundry
Luggage storage
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Friendly staff
Cons:
Room size
Noise from the road and neighbors

Categories

Cleanliness
7.46
Overall cleanliness was acceptable, but there were mentions of small rooms being a bit cramped.
Service
8.93
Staff were friendly and helpful, contributing to a positive overall experience.
Location
8.97
Great location near the lake and other attractions.
Room Quality
6.92
There were complaints about room sizes and outdated furnishings.
Amenities
7.95
Standard quality for this hotel tier, with basic but adequate amenities.
Value for Money
7.91
Value is reasonable but could be better compared to some other options.
Food and Beverage
7.96
Good food options available, but facilities were closed during peak season.
Overall Experience
7.93
Overall a good stay, though there were some manageable inconveniences.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-06 08:36

Property Description

Country-style Accommodation in Lake Tekapo
The Godley Hotel offers a charming country-style stay in the picturesque alpine village of Lake Tekapo. Centrally located with stunning views of the lake and mountains, guests are just a short walk away from the famous turquoise waters and the iconic Church of the Good Shepherd.

Stargazing and Outdoor Adventures
Immerse yourself in the beauty of Lake Tekapo's night skies, perfect for stargazing tours and astrophotography. During the day, enjoy a variety of outdoor activities such as walking, cycling, horse riding, scenic flights, and 4WD tours. Nearby Tekapo Springs offers hot pools, a day spa, and exciting winter and summer activities for all ages.

Convenience and Comfort
With 58 well-equipped rooms, an onsite café with lake views, and a stylish lounge offering free WIFI, the Godley Hotel ensures a comfortable and convenient stay for all guests.

Book your stay at the Godley Hotel for a memorable Lake Tekapo experience!

Important information:

Please note that there is a 2.5% to 2.75% credit card surcharge on all credit card payments.

If you prefer to do a bank transfer instead, you will need to let us know when making the booking.

Payment will need to be made 7 days before arrival.

Should you book within 7 days before arrival, let us know immediately when making the booking and arrange payment on the same day.

If we do not hear from you upon booking confirmation we will charge the credit card provided.

Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability, and additional charges may apply.

Please note that a valid photo ID and a credit card corresponding to the name on the booking are required at check-in.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Airport code: TIU

Location

Guest Reviews

Cleanliness: 7.46
Service: 8.93
Location: 8.97
Room Quality: 6.92
Amenities: 7.95
Value for Money: 7.91
Food and Beverage: 7.96
Overall Experience: 7.93
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Sandeep Kumar family_with_children in
8
Good location
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Noisy neighbours.

2026-08-15 via Nuitee
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Philip solo_traveller nz
8
Good for stopping off for night
Pros:

Good size room, great view ov er the lake

Cons:

Restaurant closed during stay

(Monday and Tuesday)

2026-08-14 via Nuitee
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Tanya couple au
9
Perfect
Pros:

Location, rooms and staff were fantastic.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-08-14 via Nuitee
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Steven solo_traveller nz
10
2026-08-14 via Nuitee
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Muath solo_traveller ae
9
Pros:

Amazing stay and everything was clean and nice; except when we were checking out, we noticed a rat in the room and we don’t know how long it was there.

2026-08-14 via Nuitee
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Riki couple jp
7
絶景が目の前
Pros:

主要場所に近く、すべて歩いて回れるのでとても便利。部屋がかなり明るくできる。ベッドが大きい。

Cons:

モーテルのような感じ。ドア横がガラス張りなので、カーテンをしないと丸見え。135ℓというお湯の使用制限があるため、これを超えると2時間待たないと水になる。

2026-08-13 via Nuitee
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Julie couple fr
6
Pros:

L’emplacement est vraiment incroyable mais de toute façon c’est quasiment le seul hôtel dispo dans cet endroit 😅

2026-08-12 via Nuitee
うれし solo_traveller jp
7
Pros:

テカポ湖が目の前

基本清潔ですが
レンジあれば最高

徒歩5分でスーパーマーケットがある。
お酒フレッシュ野菜肉
何でもある。
作りたてのパスタ、照り焼きチキン等も売っている。

Cons:

バスタブはついているのですが、お湯が150リッター使いきると水になる。
沸くまで2時間を要する。

シャワー2人で使う分には問題なし。
バスタブにお湯張り後シャワーはアウト、

2026-08-11 via Nuitee
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Paul solo_traveller nz
9
Pros:

Views, restaurant, staff

Cons:

Upstairs

2026-08-10 via Nuitee
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Eliane solo_traveller se
9
2026-08-09 via Nuitee
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NOE couple jp
9
泊まるならレイクビューのお部屋を絶対お勧めします!予定は天気予報を見てから決めた方が…
Pros:

部屋の窓から湖や羊飼いの教会が見える。スーパー、お土産屋、レストラン、星空ツアー集合場所が近い。朝食がオーダー式で美味しかった。

Cons:

部屋がタバコのような匂いがした。しばらくすると気にならなくはなった。お湯が使い放題ではないのでバスタブがあっても使わなかった。

2026-08-09 via Nuitee
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Georgie couple za
9
2026-08-09 via Nuitee
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Pan Dongzi solo_traveller nz
8
2026-08-08 via Nuitee
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Katie solo_traveller au
8
Pros:

The location is great. The staff are super helpful. The water pressure was fantastic and the beds are comfy.

Cons:

The rooms are a little tired and could do with a refresh, but for the price and location, it's great.

I had super noisy neighbours so if you're a light sleeper, that may be an issue. I was upstairs facing the lake.

2026-08-08 via Nuitee
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Theja couple au
10
2026-08-07 via Nuitee
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Arielle couple au
10
Quick easy check in and check out, staff lovely and location perfect!
Pros:

Quick and easy check in / check out. Really lovely staff and room was clean and warm (we went in winter!). Location great we could walk everywhere

Cons:

Nothing it had everything

2026-08-05 via Nuitee
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Amorim solo_traveller au
10
2026-08-04 via Nuitee
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Fleur solo_traveller au
8
2026-08-04 via Nuitee
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Deirdre family_with_children au
6
2026-08-03 via Nuitee
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Terasa solo_traveller au
9
The best location and very warm rooms
Pros:

Excellent view

Cons:

Nothing

2026-08-02 via Nuitee