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The Godley Hotel

3.0 star property
Enjoy a warm welcome by helpful staff while taking advantage of laundry facilities and parking.

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Standard Room, Lake View
Outdoor dining
Reception

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services

Room options

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Standard Room

Standard Room

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Smart TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Superior Room

Superior Room

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Smart TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Standard Room, Lake View

Standard Room, Lake View

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Smart TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • 22 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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About the area

Map
2 Rapuwai Lane, Lake Tekapo, Canterbury, 7999

What's nearby

  • Dark Sky Project - 5 min walk
  • Church of the Good Shepherd - 6 min walk
  • Sheepdog Statue - 8 min walk
  • Tekapo Springs - 3 min drive
  • Mount John Observatory - 20 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Dark Sky Project - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Mackenzie's Stonegrill - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Kohan Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Jack Rabbit - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Reflections Cafe & Restaurant - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The Godley Hotel

Hotel near Church of the Good Shepherd
Located close to Tekapo Springs and Mount John Observatory, The Godley Hotel provides a coffee shop/cafe, a garden and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a fireplace in reception and conference space.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self-parking
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), a front desk safe and a TV in reception
  • Luggage storage, a banquet hall and smoke-free property
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 58 rooms offer amenities such as free WiFi.
Extra amenities include:
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hairdryers
  • 40-inch Smart TVs with satellite channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, fridges and free infant beds

Languages

English, German, Portuguese, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: NZD 15 to 37 for adults and NZD 15 to 37 for children
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Restaurants on site

  • Jack Rabbit

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Free cot
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Conference space

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • On a lake

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch smart TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Heating
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out before 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2.5 per cent 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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Free cots are available on request at the property

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately NZD 15 to 37 for adults and NZD 15 to 37 for children
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.5 per cent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our ratings system.

Property is 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

Is The Godley Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at The Godley Hotel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Godley Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:30 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Godley Hotel?

Checkout is at 10 AM. Late checkout is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is The Godley Hotel located?

Situated on a lake, this hotel is within 2 mi (3 km) of Church of the Good Shepherd, Tekapo Springs and Lake Tekapo. Mount John Observatory and Lake Pukaki are also within 20 mi (32 km).

The Godley Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 208 out of 506 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 158 out of 506 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 89 out of 506 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 34 out of 506 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 506 reviews

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

10/10 Excellent

Camilla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Gary

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were surprised when we got to our room how dark and unappealing it was. Not at all like the picture on Expedia. We immediately left and kept driving to Christchurch realizing we would get no refund. Don’t be tricked by the pictures.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

bernard

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Property was terrible, very basic motel and very old and very expensive for what you get. TV would working on app's and when asked the reception person to have a look he couldn't get it to work either.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Joshua

Liked: Staff & service
The Godley Hotel is what it is - bed and a shower for a reasonable price compared to other options in the area. The room was cramped and poorly lit, dated and drab decor. Walls are thin and without drawing the blinds (so no light) everyone has a nice look in. Bathroom extremely utilitarian with low water pressure in the shower, but no issues with hot water. If you’re expecting a 3-star experience this is not it. But the staff were friendly, the bed comfortable enough, fair price and good location.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Herb

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Georgia

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Elysha

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Definitely the best place in the area. Clean well maintained rooms!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Cheng-Yuan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
N/A

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
It was exactly what we needed. Thank you
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

phillip

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything around there was so beautiful
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Naveen

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Amazing location and staff were friendly. The property itself looks dated but other things make up for it. Absolutely loved our stay and definitely recommend it.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

pushpanjali

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location with beautiful view of the lake.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Margaret

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
it was cleanand tidy, and a good price for the stay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dominic

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a lovely place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Jamie

Liked: Cleanliness
Quite good
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Jenny

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very clean, small rooms, great location
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Callum

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
This is a really well-situated hotel with great views of Lake Tekapo and easy access to all shopping and dining options in the area. The staff were very friendly and helpful. I had read some previous reviews regarding the noise in the rooms and those are true. You can hear a lot of what’s going on in adjacent rooms and in the rooms above you. However, it’s a worthy sacrifice given the proximity to the lake and the overall quality of the hotel. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good location
Adequate without being special
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Phuong, Happy Valley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Vilma

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Good
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Amrit

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Maryann

Not far from the lake
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff in both reception and the cafe were most friendly and welcoming. Room was very comfortable and clean. Our first stay in Tekapo but will certainly return to the Godley Hotel again!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024