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The Godley Hotel

3.0 star property
Mountain hotel within walking distance of Church of the Good Shepherd

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Exterior
Standard Room, Lake View | Blackout drapes, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets
Property grounds
Cafe
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.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Laundry facilities
  • Non-smoking
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Breakfast available
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Garden
  • Lobby fireplace
  • Front-desk safe
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Conference space
  • Luggage storage
  • Limited hour front desk
  • TV in a common area
  • Banquet hall

Feel at home (6)

  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Refrigerator
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
$128 nightly
The total price is $148
Nov 11 - Nov 12
Total with taxes and fees

Room options

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

Standard Room, Lake View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(30 reviews)

Highlights

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

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

Standard Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(28 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
  • 237 sq ft
  • 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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(16 reviews)

Highlights

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

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About the neighborhood

Map
2 Rapuwai Lane, Lake Tekapo, Canterbury, 7999

What's nearby

  • Dark Sky Project - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Church of the Good Shepherd - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • The Cairns Golf Course - Lake Tekapo - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Tekapo Springs - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Mount John Observatory - 20 min drive - 10.2 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Greedy Cow - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Better Batter - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Blue Lake Eatery & Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Jack Rabbit - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Ramen Tekapo - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The Godley Hotel

The Godley Hotel puts you just a 5-minute drive from Tekapo Springs and Lake Tekapo. Guests looking for a bite to eat can check out Jack Rabbit, which serves breakfast and lunch. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and location.

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 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
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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
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Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order 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
  • Water skiing 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 lobby
  • Television in common areas
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • No elevator (single level property)
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Stair-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 40-inch Smart TV
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Electric kettle

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Free crib/infant bed
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

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

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Special features

Dining

Jack Rabbit - This café serves breakfast, brunch, and lunch.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of 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 percent

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing 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, Union Pay

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

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 to 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 like 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. Travelers love the hotel's prime location.

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Reviews

The Godley Hotel Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.6

Cleanliness

7.6

Amenities

8.6

Staff & service

8.0

Eco-friendliness

7.6

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

  • Breakfast at the on-site restaurant, Jack Rabbit, was consistently praised for being great, delicious, and huge. (8 reviews)
  • The property offers a great location with plenty of dining options nearby and a surprisingly good breakfast. (6 reviews)
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Popular mentions

Room
View
Location
Service staff
Lake
Bed
Restaurant
Breakfast
Shower
Elevator

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Great Location, friendly staff and comfortable beds!! Really warm room in Winter. Cafe downstairs. Highly recommend!
Simone, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Good location

Quick check in. Room was a bit dated, but expected appearance. Overall in good condition. View of the lake from the room was fantastic, good location
1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Would recommend

It was a good motel, it served its purpose for visiting the area.
Chelsea, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Good basic hotel, close to shops and cafe.
Virginia, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location and great staff
Sally, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Really Nice reception, room was excellent. We would come back again
Charlotte, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Clean room, available early, friendly staff, convenient because walkable distance to everything Would be nice to have some options for drinks and snacks in the lounge after the café closes. Way better when the fire is on !
Lstb, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

The front desk was very helpful with options for dinner. Mirror in the bathroom needed replacing but overall was a comfortable night’s stay.
Leigh Anne, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Fabulous location, great view from room.
Denis, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice, comfortable stay. Great location

10/10 Exceptional

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, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nice clean room by the lake, walking distance to church of good shepperd and dining option near by
Jimmy, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

The bathroom need more ventilation due to steam from the shower. The paint on the ceiling was coming off. The water temperature of shower was extreme with no moderation temperature.
Magdalene, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Friendly checkin staff, upgraded to room overlooking the Lake which was great and much appreciated. Easy walking distances to everything.
Margi, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

Closed to lake and safe.
Wuttichai, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Perfect location and room with a view of lake and sky new cafe
John, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Hotel is about 5 minutes walk from bus station and supermarket.
Nittaya, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

The bathtub is not clean. There are no amenities. You have to prepare your own. It's located in the center of the city, so it's very convenient.
future, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great view of Lake Tekapo
Wuhua, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Good location

Adequate without being special
James, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Not far from the lake
Maryann, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

decent sized room & clean
Audrey, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Stunning Location

The Godley Hotel is in an awesome location with a stunning Lake view. Checkin was quick and efficient and the room was spacious . We will certainly stay here again and we highly recommend staying here.
Robin, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Beautiful town with good dining options. Building we were in could use some minor upgrades, but happy overall for two of us for one night.
Gregory, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great location, great pay for breakfast, shame restaurant wasn't currently open for evening meals.
Andrew, 1-night trip