Tekapo

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Even though it was a bit cloudy it was quite impressive to see the sunset light effects on the changing landscape from the Astro Cafe in the Mt John Observatory.
Even though it was a bit cloudy it was quite impressive to see the sunset light effects on the changing landscape from the Astro Cafe in the Mt John Observatory.
Sunset stone skipping #springfun
Just after you've passed through Tekapo, or just before you get to Tekapo depending on what way you're driving, you'll have the opportunity to turn down a road that leads you here. This is the view from the Astro Cafe set at the top of Mount John with stunning views of Lake Tekapo and the Southern Alps. It does cost $8 to drive up to the observatory, but when you're presented with views like this, then it becomes a bit of a no brainer.
Part of the South Island Hydro Electricity scheme these canals are a great place to fish for salmon and trout. It runs between Lake Tekapo and Lake Pukaki and if you can't catch a fish you can go to the local fish farm and buy one.
Peppers Bluewater Resort

Peppers Bluewater Resort

4.5 out of 5
State Highway 8 Lake Tekapo
The price is NT$6,731 per night from Mar 26 to Mar 27
NT$6,731
NT$7,740 total
Mar 26 - Mar 27
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury aparthotel in Lake Tekapo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (3,287 reviews)
Very spacious room and great view over the lake

Reviewed on 2026/3/1

Peppers Bluewater Resort
Haka House Lake Tekapo

Haka House Lake Tekapo

5 out of 5
5 Motuariki Lane Lake Tekapo Canterbury
The price is NT$5,358 per night from Mar 28 to Mar 29
NT$5,358
NT$6,162 total
Mar 28 - Mar 29
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hostel in Lake Tekapo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Tekapo Springs and Maclaren Footbridge are located ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (402 reviews)
The room is really small

Reviewed on 2026/2/22

Haka House Lake Tekapo
The Godley Hotel

The Godley Hotel

3 out of 5
2 Rapuwai Lane Lake Tekapo Canterbury
Stay at this hotel in Lake Tekapo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (648 reviews)
The accomodation was looking it’s age

Reviewed on 2026/2/28

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Peppers Bluewater Resort

Peppers Bluewater Resort

4.5 out of 5
State Highway 8 Lake Tekapo
Book a stay at this luxury aparthotel in Lake Tekapo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (3,287 reviews)
Very spacious room and great view over the lake

Reviewed on 2026/3/1

Peppers Bluewater Resort
Skyrim Lodge

Skyrim Lodge

3 out of 5
11 Jimmys Lane Lake Tekapo
Stay at this vacation home in Lake Tekapo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and satellite TV channels. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (314 reviews)
Property was very nice and room was clean and spacious. Not contact with staff other than messages over Expedia.

Reviewed on 2026/2/22

Skyrim Lodge
Pinewood Motels

Pinewood Motels

3 out of 5
25 Mount Cook Road Fairlie South Canterbury
Stay at this aparthotel in Fairlie. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (480 reviews)
good, clean typical Motel room with amenities.

Reviewed on 2026/2/20

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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Popular places to visit

Mount John Observatory which includes tranquil scenes, a river or creek and landscape views

Mount John Observatory

4.5/5(22 reviews)

Take an evening tour to see the wonders of the night sky or visit during the day to enjoy the stunning views of Lake Tekapo and the surrounding mountains.

Mount John Observatory
Roundhill Ski Area featuring snow and mountains

Roundhill Ski Area

5/5(1 review)

Spend the day discovering this ski field above Lake Tekapo, which provides beginner-friendly runs alongside the steepest vertical drop in the country.

Roundhill Ski Area

Lake Tekapō Regional Park

Explore the great outdoors at Lake Tekapō Regional Park, a lovely green space in Tekapo.

Lake Tekapō Regional Park

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Mount Cook

Lake Tekapo which includes mountains, a lake or waterhole and wildflowers

Lake Tekapo