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The Godley Hotel

3.0 star property

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Restaurant
Property grounds
Reception
Café
Restaurant

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Business services
  • Laundry room

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2 Rapuwai Lane, Lake Tekapo, Canterbury, 7999
  • Place, Dark Sky Project
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Church of the Good Shepherd
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Sheepdog Statue
    ‪7 min walk‬

Room options

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Standard Room, Lake View

Standard Room, Lake View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(34 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Standard Room

Standard Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(32 reviews)
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Superior Room

Superior Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(17 reviews)
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

The Godley Hotel

A coffee shop/cafe, conference space, and laundry facilities are available at this smoke-free hotel. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a garden, a lobby fireplace, and a front-desk safe are onsite.
The Godley Hotel offers 58 accommodations with hair dryers and complimentary toiletries. 40-inch Smart televisions come with satellite channels. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Cribs/infant beds (complimentary) are also available. Housekeeping is provided daily.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
The Godley Hotel's great location gets high marks from our customers. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Cowans Hill Walkway. Features include free WiFi in public areas and free self parking, plus a coffee shop/cafe.
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self parking
  • Enjoy a bite to eat at the café
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Amenities include a front-desk safe, conference space, and laundry facilities
  • Guests have great things to say about the helpful staff and the location
  • 6 minutes by foot from Church of the Good Shepherd and a 3-minute drive from Tekapo Springs
There's a coffee shop/cafe on site. WiFi is free in public spaces. The Godley Hotel also features a garden, a fireplace in the lobby, and laundry facilities. Self parking is free.

This 3-star Lake Tekapo hotel is smoke free.

For a fee, guests can enjoy cooked-to-order breakfast daily from 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM.
Jack Rabbit - This café serves breakfast, brunch, and lunch.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

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

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: NZD 25 to 37 for adults and NZD 25 to 37 for children
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Restaurants on site

  • Jack Rabbit

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room cot
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Conference space

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • On a lake

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 2 floors
  • 4 buildings
  • Banquet hall
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 40-inch smart TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Heating
  • 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • 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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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 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
The front desk at this property is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:30 PM.
Guests arriving after 9:00 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. The credit card used when booking the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo ID. 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.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

National rating

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services.

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

The Godley Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 288 out of 678 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 212 out of 678 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 119 out of 678 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 40 out of 678 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 19 out of 678 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Corey

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Thanks great place to stay breakfast great
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel met our needs for a one night stay. The room was clean and the staff were friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Keryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and tidy, staff were friendly and helpful in providing advice and no issues with parking. They also offered a discount at the onsite cafe/restaurant for guests.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gayla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Excellent location, very easy to walk to the bridge; close to observatory and the lake views are sublime.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The rooms in the 400 building overlook the lake.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jenny

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very friendly
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jamil

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Restaurant food is amazing and best value for money in that area. Place was ok but think a bit expensive
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Aaron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stopped here for a night while travelling the south island. Staff were helpful, rooms were clean and tidy. Check-in and out was smooth.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close location to town centre with wonderful view
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JACEK

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very friendly. The room was great and the location was perfect
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Had a great stay, beds really comfortable, room Lovely and super clean maybe advisable to advise guests about noise between certain times
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Beautiful location, views over lake and close to restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

YASUHIDE

Liked: Staff & service
The location was good, and the staff were friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Henry

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable room and hotel with a great view of the lake. Staff were friendly
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Gemma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location, simple, clean accommodation. Bedding wasnt the comfiest but fine for a night.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Tetsuya

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Conveniently located from many spots to see. Walking distance to grocery stores, as well.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

William

Liked: Cleanliness
The accomodation was looking it’s age
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

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

10/10 Excellent

Petrus

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
pretty good
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Room is tired, beds comfortable but pillows not great. Bathroom cramped and old but clean Good location, breakfast nice
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aakash

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Romm is clean and tidy. Staff is very helpfull We have had a good stay
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

megumi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lake view room is very nice
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stewart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic hospitality
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025