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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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Standard Room, Lake View | Blackout drapes, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets
Cafe
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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
$102 nightly
The total price is $117
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Total with taxes and fees

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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
(29 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
(27 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
  • ‪Ramen Tekapo - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Blue Lake Eatery & Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪25 Degrees Burger - ‬4 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 good location with plenty of dining options nearby. (5 reviews)
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Popular mentions

Room
View
Location
Service staff
Lake
Bed
Restaurant
Breakfast
Shower
Lobby

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic hospitality
Stewart, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Passing through

The room was a little old and tired but it was warm and the bed was comfortable
Hamish, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location, with everything as you expect
Sahif, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

A great location, especially with the village nearby.
Andrew, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

There staff at reception are brilliant these ladies are amazingly helpful and provide what is actually customer service Recommend to anyone whom travels alot and has forgotten what great customer service is
Sunil, 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

10/10 Exceptional

Laundry is good, but no shared kitchen
LINGJU, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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

6/10 Good

Great location and friendly staff. The rooms are well overdue for a renovation.
Logan, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Good
Kwan Wah, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

ホテルが少ないエリアですが、ちょうど泊まれて良かったです。
Reiko, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent location. Clean cosy warm rooms.
Sharad, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It was a lovely place to stay.
Dominic, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

歩いて行ける範囲にお店や善き羊飼いの教会があるのはよかったです。
Takahiro, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent location. Clean rooms.
Sharad, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location & very good place to stay.
Bruce, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Ok

Ordinär hotellövernattning
Lars, 1-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

it was cleanand tidy, and a good price for the stay
Margaret, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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

10/10 Exceptional

Good location with beautiful view of the lake.
pushpanjali, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We stayed here for one night. Our room was quiet and spacious. We walked to dinner and the cafe on the premises was excellent. I would recommend The Godley.
Ruth, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Location is great
Jack, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Good hotel

Good hotel for Tekapo. Close to everything. Comfortable, quiet room
Val, 1-night trip