The Godley Hotel puts you just a 5-minute drive from 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.
Languages
English, German, Portuguese, Spanish
At a glance
Hotel size
58 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors
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
Restrictions related to your trip
Check COVID-19 restrictions
Special check-in instructions
The property charges 2.5 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
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
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
Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:30 AM–9:30 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
Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately NZD 32 for adults and NZD 32 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 2.5 percent
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, 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.
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 6-minute walk from Church of the Good Shepherd and 5 minutes' walk from Dark Sky Project. Travelers love the hotel's prime location.
The Godley Hotel Reviews
Reviews
8.2
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
Reviews
4/10 Fair
30 Oct 2024
Needs serious updates
One of our worst stays in New Zealand. The heaters did not work at all even though it was freezing outside. More importantly, unreliable hot water and when it was on it was either scalding hot or freezing cold. Impossible to find the right temperature as the electric water heater was low end product that couldn’t control the temperature at all. Bathroom was also not clean and the towels hangers all broken. Quite dangerous to wash kids. Not enough power outlets to charge devices. Would not come back.
Verified traveller
1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
24 Oct 2024
Good location
Adequate without being special
James
James, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
16 Oct 2024
Amrit
Amrit, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
7 Sep 2024
Verified traveller
1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
6 Sep 2024
Mika
Mika, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
1 Sep 2024
Camilo J
Camilo J, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
22 Aug 2024
benjamard
benjamard, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
21 Aug 2024
Very noisy from upstairs, especially in the very early hours of the morning (1-2am)
Jackie
Jackie, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
15 Aug 2024
Friendly checkin staff, upgraded to room overlooking the Lake which was great and much appreciated. Easy walking distances to everything.
Margi
Margi, 2-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review
8/10 Very good
10 Aug 2024
Very handy to everything, easy access
Alison
Alison, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
24 Jul 2024
The ceiling is wooden ply. When the people in the upper room walks the downstairs room is noisy especially at night when you are trying to sleep
Wing Kin
Wing Kin, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
23 Jul 2024
Carlos
Carlos, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
20 Jul 2024
Michael
Michael, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
18 Jul 2024
Nattachai
Nattachai, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
15 Jul 2024
Close to all restaurants and attractions!
Hotel rooms are a bit old, toilet flush a bit problem.
Kenny Chi Kin
Kenny Chi Kin, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
9 Jul 2024
A hidden gem , best motel for the price range
Best motel in NZ for the price bracket.
Modern configuration,super clean,super quite and friendly owners.
Samitha
Samitha, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
6 Jul 2024
The room was comfortable but this property is directly in front of the lake and next to the church which makes it very accessible. Would highly recommend it. Had breakfast at Jack Rabbit and it was delicious.
Arisa
Arisa, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
5 Jul 2024
Clean room and friendly staff.
Constance
Constance, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
4 Jul 2024
Tidy
Nice and tidy.
Darryl
Darryl, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
3 Jul 2024
Facilities out of date. Friendly staff
shiyu
shiyu, 2-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
29 Jun 2024
It was botched together with a lot of poor joinery and the tv was dumb it told us what people were doing like we were blind
Craig
Craig, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
18 Jun 2024
Robert
Robert, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
11 Jun 2024
Awesome friendly reception woman
Brent
Brent, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
9 Jun 2024
We stayed 2 nights and was very clean and comfortable and warm would definitely stay again