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There were complaints about room sizes and outdated furnishings.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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Cindy • couple • au
9
2026-10-17 • via Nuitee
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Ainslie • solo_traveller • au
8
2026-10-17 • via Nuitee
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Justine • couple • au
8
Pros:

Great location

2026-10-17 • via Nuitee
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Chris • extended_group • au
9
Good restaurant on site
Pros:

Great location.
Very clean and well maintained, a credit to the room staff.

2026-10-17 • via Nuitee
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Eve • solo_traveller • au
10
Great location and breakfast was great at jack rabbit cafe.
Pros:

Location. The bathroom was really nice too.

Cons:

Pool area and verandah/stairs could use a bit of renovation/jazzing up.

2026-10-17 • via Nuitee
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Roy • couple • nz
8
2026-10-15 • via Nuitee
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Philippa • couple • nz
8
2026-10-15 • via Nuitee
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Liz • couple • nz
7
Pros:

It was a convenient place to stop for the night.

Cons:

The shower was extremely difficult to regulate.

2026-10-14 • via Nuitee
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Michael • solo_traveller • au
6
Served its purpose. Nice location.
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Dated. Needs work.

2026-10-14 • via Nuitee
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Antonia • family_with_children • nz
6
2026-10-14 • via Nuitee
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Erina • couple • au
9
Lovely spot close to all attractions in the area
Pros:

Lovely spot close to all attractions in the village. Side access to rooms is available when reception closes for the evening. Parking available close to our room (however this has the potential to be limited in peak season). Rooms are quiet and mostly private and if staying on the upper floors you can see the church, mountains and lake over the surrounding buildings.

Cons:

Bathroom door in our room didn’t quite shut as the door had either swelled from moisture or was framed incorrectly. This wasn’t a major issue with husband/wife sharing the room.
Balcony on the upper floor is shared amongst all residents from their rooms, meaning we had other travellers walking past our room and peering in as the passed unexpectedly shortly after we arrived-the curtains were quickly drawn.

2026-10-14 • via Nuitee
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Jane • solo_traveller • au
9
2026-10-13 • via Nuitee
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Mani Deepa • couple • in
10
2026-10-12 • via Nuitee
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Jeanette Quigley • solo_traveller • nz
9
Pros:

So central, staff were a pleasure to deal with.

2026-10-12 • via Nuitee
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tomoko • solo_traveller • jp
8
Pros:

スタッフさんが親切でした。レンタカーを擦られてしまい会社への連絡など助けていただきました。

Cons:

部屋から湖が全く見えず、その表示が予約時に

されてなかったです。

2026-10-11 • via Nuitee
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Peter • solo_traveller • au
8
Pros:

Great location and good parking

Cons:

The restaurant was not operated at our time of year

2026-10-11 • via Nuitee
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JS • solo_traveller • au
7
Pros:

Good location in town.

Cons:

We didn't get enough towels for the 3 of us. Older style rooms. There is no fan in the bathroom. Heater is right in front of bed 3.

2026-10-11 • via Nuitee
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Logan • couple • nz
4
Super basic slightly better than back packers
Pros:

The bar staff are friendly and the Nahos were nice

Cons:

Bed springs jab you in the back.
It’s noisey, you can hear people in the opposite room clearly, the hallway is dark.
They have a curfew for the front door and you’ll have to find another way in after 9ish.
They wouldn’t serve dinner because a rugby game was on so only bar snacks

2026-10-10 • via Nuitee
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Yun • extended_group • nz
10
2026-10-10 • via Nuitee
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Donna • solo_traveller • au
10
The Godley - Lake Tekapo
Pros:

The location of the Godley was great - week had a "lake view" room and the view was stunning!

The room was clean and comfortable (as you would expect), I particularly liked that there was two luggage racks - a number of motels we have stayed in, have only had one, and/or sometimes none.... and the staff were lovely.

We were pleasantly surprised with the discount the guests recieved at the Jack Rabbit restaurant - which had amazing food and staff - special shout out to our waiters Blair and Eron ( I hope I got the spelling right) - you guys rock!!

We had two breakfasts and two dinners at the restaurant and all four meals were the best.

2026-10-10 • via Nuitee