Nestled near the Church of the Good Shepherd, The Godley Hotel offers a cozy retreat with a fireplace in the lobby and scenic garden views. Indulge in full breakfast options, explore nearby Tekapo Springs and Mount John Observatory or stay connected with high-speed WiFi.
The Godley Hotel puts you a short five-minute drive from Lake Tekapo. Guests looking for a bite to eat can visit Jack Rabbit, which serves breakfast and lunch. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff and location.
Languages
Chinese (Mandarin), English, German, Japanese, Spanish
At a glance
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Hotel size
58 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
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 time is 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
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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
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free on-site self-parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:30 AM–10:00 AM
Coffee shop
What to do
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horse riding nearby
Kayaking nearby
Downhill skiing nearby
Waterskiing nearby
Snowboarding nearby
Hot springs nearby
Working away
Conference space
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Facilities
4 buildings/towers
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Fireplace in reception
Television in common areas
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
No lift (single-level property)
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Step-free path to entrance
Room amenities
Be entertained
40-inch Smart TV
Satellite TV channels
Home comfort
Heating
Electric kettle
Sleep well
Blackout curtains
Free cot/infant bed
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Phone
Food and drink
Fridge
Free tea bags/instant coffee
More
Daily housekeeping
Special features
Dining
Jack Rabbit – This café serves breakfast, brunch and lunch.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Breakfast costs approximately NZD 25 to 37 for adults and NZD 25 to 37 for children
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 2.75 per cent
Policies
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit on-site.
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.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, JCB International, Union Pay
Also known as
Godley Hotel Lake Tekapo
Godley Hotel
Godley Lake Tekapo
The Godley Hotel Hotel
The Godley Hotel Lake Tekapo
The Godley Hotel Hotel Lake Tekapo
Frequently asked questions
Does The Godley Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Godley Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at The Godley Hotel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at The Godley Hotel?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Godley Hotel?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:30 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability).
What is there to do at The Godley Hotel and nearby?
Have fun with nearby winter activities such as downhill skiing, snowboarding and snow tubing, and in warmer months, enjoy a round of golf at the nearby golf course. Additional recreation nearby includes hot springs. The Godley Hotel also has a garden.
What's the area around The Godley Hotel like?
The Godley Hotel is a short 5-minute walk from Dark Sky Project and 6 minutes' walk from Church of the Good Shepherd. Travellers love the hotel's prime location.
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The Godley Hotel Reviews
Reviews
8.0
Very good
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8.6/10
Cleanliness
8.6/10
Staff & service
7.6/10
Amenities
7.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
Room
View
Location
Service staff
Lake
Bed
Restaurant
Breakfast
Shower
Elevator
What guests liked
Breakfast at the attached Jack Rabbit restaurant was delicious and a highlight of the stay. (6 reviews)
The property offers a good location with plenty of dining options nearby. (5 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
26 Feb 2025
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!
Jay
Jay, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
12 Mar 2025
Good hotel
Good hotel for Tekapo. Close to everything. Comfortable, quiet room
Val
Val, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
4 Mar 2025
Would recommend
It was a good motel, it served its purpose for visiting the area.
Chelsea
Chelsea, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
11 May 2025
Pleasant surprise with the Godley
The Godley Hotel is perfectly located in Tekapo!! NOTE: There is no elevator, so be prepared to lug suitcases upstairs!!
The Jack Rabbit restaurant that is attached is perfect for breakfast. We went to T.L.V. for dinner, which was a nice upscale restaurant in the area and the dishes were excellent. Definitely plan on taking the time to walk around the lake to see the church and the cute shops.
Kristine
Kristine, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
25 Feb 2025
Front desk staff were amazing and helpful! Thanks for your exceptional hospitality.
Carma
Carma, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
2 Nov 2024
It was a lovely place to stay.
Dominic
Dominic, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
14 Feb 2025
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.
Camilla
Camilla, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
20 Nov 2024
Good location with beautiful view of the lake.
pushpanjali
pushpanjali, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
16 Nov 2024
it was cleanand tidy, and a good price for the stay
Margaret
Margaret, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
28 Nov 2024
Everything around there was so beautiful
phillip
phillip, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
28 Feb 2025
Good location. The receptionist was pleasant and helpful.
It’s noisy and outdated.
raveevun
raveevun, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
17 Dec 2024
Super quiet rooms with stunning views. Plenty of dining options for the duration of your stay
Rebecca
Rebecca, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
24 Dec 2024
Definitely the best place in the area. Clean well maintained rooms!
Emily
Emily, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
7 Oct 2024
It was really comfortable to stay there with friendly and supportive staff and a convenient location to go shopping and to have meals.
Takanori
Takanori, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
21 Nov 2024
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.
Naveen
Naveen, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
1 Mar 2025
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
Dorothy
Dorothy, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
29 Oct 2024
Very clean, small rooms, great location
Jenny
Jenny, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
7 Sept 2024
Location is great
Jack
Jack, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
12 Oct 2024
Excellent location, Nice lake view
sam
sam, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
25 Feb 2025
The accommodation is very basic, this is reflected in the room rate, so it was not unexpected, thank you
Dona
Dona, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
26 Feb 2024
Great location & very good place to stay.
Bruce
Bruce, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
6 Jun 2024
Good basic hotel, close to shops and cafe.
Virginia
Virginia, 1-night trip
4/10 Fair
23 Feb 2025
Na
Brian
Brian, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
30 Nov 2023
Great stay. Really enjoyed the location and breakfast.