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The Godley Hotel

3.0 star property

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Restaurant
Café
Restaurant
Property grounds
Reception

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Business services
  • Laundry room
The current price is NZ$223
includes taxes & fees
23 May - 24 May

Explore the area

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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

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Standard Room

Standard Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(29 reviews)
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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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

About the area

Lake Tekapo

At The Godley Hotel you'll be within a 10-minute stroll of Church of the Good Shepherd and within 30 minutes of Tekapo Springs. Highlights at this hotel include in-room free WiFi and Smart TVs. .The café, Jack Rabbit, is open for breakfast, brunch and lunch. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and laundry facilities. Each morning cooked-to-order breakfast is served between 7:30 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .With a stay at this 3-property class Lake Tekapo hotel, you'll be 2.5 km (1.5 mi) from Lake Tekapo and 4.1 km (2.6 mi) from Mount John Observatory.

What's nearby

  • Cowans Hill Walkway - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Dark Sky Project - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Church of the Good Shepherd - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Sheepdog Statue - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Tekapo Springs - 3 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Jack Rabbit - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Greedy Cow - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪TLV Restaurant & Bar - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Blue Lake Eatery & Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Dolce Pizza - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Godley Hotel

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.

  • 58 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 4 buildings
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Garden
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Coffee shop
The Godley Hotel offers 58 accommodations with a hairdryer and free toiletries. 40-inch Smart televisions come with satellite channels. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Cots/infant beds (complimentary) are also available. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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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
  • Smoke-free property

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 per cent 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 cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

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 per cent

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

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 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, Union Pay, debit cards, cash and mobile payments.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

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

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Godley Hotel?

The Godley Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Godley Hotel?

As of 2 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Godley Hotel on 23 May 2026 start from NZ$223, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at The Godley Hotel?

Yep, The Godley Hotel has a free self car park.

Is The Godley Hotel family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that The Godley Hotel is a hit with families.

Does The Godley Hotel serve breakfast?

You bet, cooked-to-order brekkie is on offer daily from 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Godley Hotel?

No, The Godley Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Godley Hotel?

Yep, you can grab a meal at The Godley Hotel's onsite restaurant that serves breakfast, brunch and lunch.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Godley Hotel?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Godley Hotel?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Is there a golf course on site at The Godley Hotel?

There isn't one on site, but The Cairns Golf Course - Lake Tekapo is a short 18-minute walk away.

The Godley Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 281 out of 666 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 210 out of 666 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 117 out of 666 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 39 out of 666 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 19 out of 666 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Raffaele

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very nice place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026

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

10/10 Excellent

Jamil

Travelled with partner
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

6/10 Okay

Aaron

Travelled with family
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

8/10 Good

Susan

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

6/10 Okay

Susan

Travelled with family
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

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Travelled with group
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

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lake Tekapo is a very small town drawing tourists to the beautiful lake. The Godley Hotel is a wonderful spot to rest, get a meal, enjoy a drink, and visit the other restaurants and shops. Their restaurant is open early and later than many others nearby. But note their laundry facility is not available later in the evening. Arrive in Lake Tekapo in the early afternoon to take advantage of all it and this hotel have to offer.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jenny

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

6/10 Okay

Giuliana

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was hot and stuffy, we opened the door but closed it at night for security. Would be good to have heating and cooling in the room. Staff were good, helpful and informative. The hallway up to our room was narrow and no lift to the 1st floor, carrying luggage up the stairs which was heavy made it hard. Otherwise bed was goid and place was clean but the fan wasnt working in the bathroom.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
excellent
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Grant

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was ok, it was somewhat noisy, could hear the people above me as well renovations started at 8am in the room next door. Staff were great though, friendly & helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
M
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Gemma

Travelled with family
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

8/10 Good

Louise

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Tony

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Hotel fine for the price. Great location but totally surrounded by other premises. Lots of total strangers able to walk right in front of patio windows in rooms. The hot water system is lacking (mainly hot water).
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zixia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean room
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Corey

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Thanks great place to stay breakfast great
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Tetsuya, Hopkinton

Travelled with family
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

6/10 Okay

Angela

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location was great and the facilities like the surrounding area and restaurant were very good! The room itself was just okay. The mattress was very hard and the shower water pressure was really low. The view from the balcony was really nice but hard to enjoy because the balcony is shared with all the rooms and there’s no furniture out there. Check in, check out and parking were easy.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aakash

Travelled with family
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

10/10 Excellent

JACEK

Travelled with family
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

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Henry

Travelled with partner
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

10/10 Excellent

Jia

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025