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The Godley Hotel

3.0 star property
Lakefront hotel in Lake Tekapo with free parking

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Superior Room, Lake View | View from room
Standard Room, Lake View | Blackout drapes, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets
Outdoor dining
Property grounds
Reception

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
The current price is SAR 651
SAR 749 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Mar - 25 Mar

Room options

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Standard Room | Blackout drapes, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Superior Room | Blackout drapes, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Room

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Room, Lake View | Blackout drapes, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, Lake View

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 22 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
2 Rapuwai Lane, Lake Tekapo, Canterbury, 7999

What's nearby

  • Dark Sky Project - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Church of the Good Shepherd - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Sheepdog Statue - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Tekapo Springs - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Mount John Observatory - 20 min drive - 9.6 km

Getting around

  • Timaru (TIU-Richard Pearse) - 77 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dark Sky Project - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Mackenzie's Stonegrill - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Kohan Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Jack Rabbit - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Reflections Cafe & Restaurant - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The Godley Hotel

Hotel near Church of the Good Shepherd
Located close to Tekapo Springs and Mount John Observatory, The Godley Hotel provides a coffee shop/cafe, a garden, and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a fireplace in the lobby and conference space.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self parking
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), a front-desk safe, and luggage storage
  • Smoke-free premises, a TV in the lobby, and a banquet hall
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 58 rooms have amenities such as free WiFi.
Extra amenities include:
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hair dryers
  • 40-inch Smart TVs with satellite channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, refrigerators, and free infant beds

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English, German, Japanese, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee daily 7:30 AM–10:00 AM: NZD 25-37 for adults and NZD 25-37 for children
  • 1 coffee shop/cafe

Restaurants on site

  • Jack Rabbit

Family friendly

  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Laundry facilities
  • Refrigerator

Conveniences

  • Banquet hall
  • Front-desk safe

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Business services

  • Conference space

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • This property does not have elevators
  • No elevator (single level property)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property
  • TV in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Heating

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 40-inch Smart TV
  • Satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee
  • Refrigerator

More

  • 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 2.75 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

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

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately NZD 25 to 37 for adults, and NZD 25 to 37 for children
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.75 percent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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 smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

National rating

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

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

Is The Godley Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at The Godley Hotel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Godley Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:30 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Godley Hotel?

Check-out is at 10 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is The Godley Hotel located?

Situated on a lake, this hotel is within 2 mi (3 km) of Church of the Good Shepherd, Tekapo Springs, and Lake Tekapo. Mount John Observatory and Lake Pukaki are also within 20 mi (32 km).

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The Godley Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 215 out of 523 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 164 out of 523 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 91 out of 523 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 36 out of 523 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 523 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

10/10 Excellent

Jay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The front desk was so helpful at check in with recommendations. Great location near all the restaurants and the lakefront, and the cafe in the morning was perfect!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really Nice reception, room was excellent. We would come back again
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Front desk staff were amazing and helpful! Thanks for your exceptional hospitality.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jenni

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is nothing special, but, the restaurant next to which provides breakfast was great. Hotel is right by Lake Tekapo as are most other hotels and all the dining. One mile from Tekapo Springs. No views from our room but just a few minutes walk to everything in this tiny town.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Bettina

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely spot. Looks older on the inside than the outside. Bed was comfy. Nice and quiet after dark.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pleased I selected it
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Camilla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
This hotel is brilliantly situated on beautiful Lake Tekapo. I was glad I paid for a lake view - it was so worth it. The room was simple and a bit shabby but had everything I needed for one night, and I was able to park very close. I would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Kuanghui

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel provided clean towels and bedding, but the property is overdue for maintenance, bathroom handles are rusted and hangers are broken. The location is great, close to the iconic landmark, Good Shepherd Church and walk to Lake Tekapo
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

raveevun

Liked: Staff & service
Good location. The receptionist was pleasant and helpful. It’s noisy and outdated.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dominic

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a lovely place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Dorothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location Dated rooms Hot as heck when we arrived Heater on 25 degrees outside Fan broken Staff helpful gave us new one Good for 1 night Thank you
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dona

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
The accommodation is very basic, this is reflected in the room rate, so it was not unexpected, thank you
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

pushpanjali

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location with beautiful view of the lake.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Definitely the best place in the area. Clean well maintained rooms!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
it was cleanand tidy, and a good price for the stay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

phillip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything around there was so beautiful
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Naveen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Amazing location and staff were friendly. The property itself looks dated but other things make up for it. Absolutely loved our stay and definitely recommend it.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Brian

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Na
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Takanori

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was really comfortable to stay there with friendly and supportive staff and a convenient location to go shopping and to have meals.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Jenny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very clean, small rooms, great location
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

sam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location, Nice lake view
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Jack

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Location is great
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff in both reception and the cafe were most friendly and welcoming. Room was very comfortable and clean. Our first stay in Tekapo but will certainly return to the Godley Hotel again!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Great location & very good place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the view of the glaciers, and the lake. Was amazing
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024