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The Mackenzie Suites

3.5 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (119)
"Great view , great staff "
The price is €151
includes taxes & fees
28 Aug - 29 Aug
The Mackenzie Suites

Mackenzie Apartments & Suites

3.5 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (89)
"We stayed in a spacious 2 bedroom apartment, well kept just felt like home. Showed around by friendly host, recommend staying here, best place ever."
The price is €161
includes taxes & fees
20 Aug - 21 Aug
Mackenzie Apartments & Suites

Lakes Edge Holiday Park

2.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (350)
"It was very quiet, great for stargazing, we loved being close to the hot pools and the lake and the town. Our family really likes having the 2 bedrooms. "
The price is €122
includes taxes & fees
11 Aug - 12 Aug
Lakes Edge Holiday Park

Grand Suites Lake Tekapo

5.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (223)
"Wonderful place with good views and staff"
The price is €296
includes taxes & fees
12 Aug - 13 Aug
Grand Suites Lake Tekapo

Lake Tekapo Village Motel

3.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
"Fabulous views out over the lake. Good sized room and decent breakfast."
Lake Tekapo Village Motel

Haka House Lake Tekapo

5.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (321)
"So clean, great facilities, amazing views of the lake and quiet "
The price is €100
includes taxes & fees
13 Aug - 14 Aug
Haka House Lake Tekapo

Skyrim Lodge

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (262)
"Great little place to stay, warm & comfortable. Everything you need for a stop over in Tekapo. "
The price is €115
includes taxes & fees
13 Aug - 14 Aug
Skyrim Lodge

Tailor Made Tekapo - Hostel

2.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (139)
"Was a good exercise their bit old but overall a nice place to stay and relax "
The price is €64
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Tailor Made Tekapo - Hostel

Mantra Lake Tekapo

4.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (664)
"A large apartment was good to skiing stay"
The price is €152
includes taxes & fees
21 Aug - 22 Aug
Mantra Lake Tekapo

Peppers Bluewater Resort

4.5 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (3172)
"Beautiful location and property and staff are amazingly friendly, recommend this place to everyone"
The price is €123
includes taxes & fees
27 Aug - 28 Aug
Peppers Bluewater Resort

The Godley Hotel

3.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (578)
"Great location "
The Godley Hotel

Sky Valley

8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (3)
"Great stay in a nice, comfortable, and warm. apartment. Only issue was the check-in where previously emailed access information was not received. Once I'd added credit to my NZ number and called the hotel they were texted through. "
Sky Valley

April Three Bedroom Apartment

2.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2)
"A quiet and pleasant place to stay. The house is new and clean, located a short distance from the town center."
The price is €198
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug
April Three Bedroom Apartment

Alpine Studio Coulson

8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1)
"The studio was fantastic with a huge flat screen tv and a host of futuristic features and appliances. Only bad point was a shocking uncomfortable matter, we neam a really uncomfortable bed. Really spoilt our night and our sleep."
Alpine Studio Coulson

April One Bedroom Apartment

2.0 star property
The price is €138
includes taxes & fees
12 Aug - 13 Aug
April One Bedroom Apartment

Twin Stars

Twin Stars

Akin Tekapo

Akin Tekapo

Three Rivers 2 Bedroom Cottage

8.4 out of 10, Very good, (6)
"Excelllent property "
The price is €193
includes taxes & fees
11 Aug - 12 Aug
Three Rivers 2 Bedroom Cottage

Burkes Pass Country Motel

2.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (194)
"Great family room "
Burkes Pass Country Motel

Three Rivers Lodge

2.0 star property
6.0 out of 10, (5)
"Nice room but grossly over priced"
The price is €133
includes taxes & fees
26 Aug - 27 Aug
Three Rivers Lodge
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Destinations near Tekapo

Church of the Good Shepherd
Church of the Good Shepherd which includes landscape views, farmland and a lake or waterhole

Church of the Good Shepherd

Stop off at this charming church to enjoy stunning mountain views, appreciate some fine stone carving and learn its fascinating history.

Lake Tekapo
South Island showing bird life

Lake Tekapo

Explore the great outdoors at Lake Tekapo, a popular spot to commune with nature in Lake Tekapo. Wander the lakeside in this quaint area.

Lake Pukaki
Lake Pukaki featuring a lake or waterhole, snow and mountains

Lake Pukaki

Be amazed by the color of the lake against the snowy backdrop of Aoraki/Mount Cook as you hike, drive or ride through this incredibly picturesque landscape.

Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Mount John Observatory?

Mount John Observatory is located in a walkable area of Tekapo known for its beautiful lakeside setting and array of dining options. You'll find 212 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best hotel to stay close to Mount John Observatory?

Located a short 1 mi (1.6 km) from Mount John Observatory, The Huts at Lakes Edge is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data. Other good choices within a few miles include Peppers Bluewater Resort and The Godley Hotel.

How many hotels can I expect to find close to Mount John Observatory?

Expedia has 212 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Mount John Observatory.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Mount John Observatory, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel’s cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to review the best options available near Mount John Observatory.

What can I see and do near Mount John Observatory?

Create some family memories at Tekapo Springs and Dark Sky Project. Explore nature at Cowans Hill Walkway and Lake Tekapō Regional Park. Church of the Good Shepherd, Mount John Lookout and Sheepdog Statue are a few additional nearby sights.