Tekapo Hotel Guide - Mount John Observatory hotels in Tekapo, New Zealand.

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Our top choices for Mount John Observatory hotels

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Lakes Edge Holiday Park

Lakes Edge Holiday Park

Lakes Edge Holiday Park
2.0 star property
1.7 km from Mount John Observatory
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (374)
"Nice place with an amazing view "
Canada
Brayden
The price is €282
includes taxes & fees
27 Jan - 28 Jan 2026
Lakes Edge Holiday Park
Lakeview Studio (Upstairs)
Lake Tekapo Village Motel

Lake Tekapo Village Motel

Lake Tekapo Village Motel
3.5 star property
2.3 km from Mount John Observatory
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1002)
"Great location, clean room with decent breakfast provided"
Singapore
Qiu Seng
Lake Tekapo Village Motel
Exterior
Skyrim Lodge

Skyrim Lodge

Skyrim Lodge
3.0 star property
2.9 km from Mount John Observatory
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (299)
"Spotless, modern lodge with everything we needed."
Australia
Suzie
The price is €247
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan 2026
Skyrim Lodge
Lounge
Haka House Lake Tekapo

Haka House Lake Tekapo

Haka House Lake Tekapo
5.0 star property
2.3 km from Mount John Observatory
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (370)
"Great location. Friendly staff. "
United States
Kit Yee Karen
The price is €204
includes taxes & fees
25 Jan - 26 Jan 2026
Haka House Lake Tekapo
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Mantra Lake Tekapo

Mantra Lake Tekapo

Mantra Lake Tekapo
4.0 star property
3 km from Mount John Observatory
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (686)
"Lovely place to stay, huge apartment with gas fire x"
Australia
Sara
The price is €327
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
Mantra Lake Tekapo
Front of property
Peppers Bluewater Resort

Peppers Bluewater Resort

Peppers Bluewater Resort
4.5 star property
2.1 km from Mount John Observatory
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (3252)
"Excellent place in a fantastic location. "
United States
Kostya
The price is €181
includes taxes & fees
25 Jan - 26 Jan 2026
Peppers Bluewater Resort
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StarRain Tekapo

StarRain Tekapo

StarRain Tekapo
2.0 star property
2.9 km from Mount John Observatory
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (3)
"Great experience"
United States
Kaushik
StarRain Tekapo
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Tekapo1929 Lakefront Villa

Tekapo1929 Lakefront Villa

Tekapo1929 Lakefront Villa
2.0 star property
2.9 km from Mount John Observatory
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1)
"Highly recommend this historic property. Exactly as depicted and cosy, comfortable and peaceful. Great Lake view. Thank you for having us."
Australia
Melanie
Tekapo1929 Lakefront Villa
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Akin Tekapo

Akin Tekapo

Akin Tekapo
2.0 star property
3 km from Mount John Observatory
Akin Tekapo
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Snowflake Tekapo

Snowflake Tekapo

Snowflake Tekapo
2.9 km from Mount John Observatory
Snowflake Tekapo
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Top Mount John Observatory Hotel Reviews

The Huts at Lakes Edge

The Huts at Lakes Edge

10/10 Excellent
"Simply Amazing! Lake Tekapo from the most stunning stay location. Great experience living in such a cool hut by the lake- stunning, very nicely designed- very convenient- every part of the hut is aesthetically designed and meticulously built. Kitchen is small but fully functional. The nights give dark sky experience directly at the hut. Loved our decision to skip better known brands and go for this experience. Loved the rabbits"
Saurabh 2-night trip
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The Huts at Lakes Edge

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Tekapo Springs

4.4/5 (276 reviews)
Lie back and relax in healing waters, enjoy a massage or get involved in a range of outdoor activities, all with a fabulous alpine backdrop.
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Church of the Good Shepherd, Lake Tekapo, New Zealand

Church of the Good Shepherd

4.4/5 (596 reviews)
Stop off at this charming church to enjoy stunning mountain views, appreciate some fine stone carving and learn its fascinating history.
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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 238 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 Haka House Lake Tekapo and The Godley Hotel.
How many hotels can I expect to find close to Mount John Observatory?
Expedia has 238 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.