Best Budget-Friendly Hotels in Lake Tekapo

Handpicked budget-friendly hotels in Lake Tekapo, New Zealand. Curated selection of 26 top properties.

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Best Budget-Friendly Hotels in Lake Tekapo

Our handpicked selection of the finest Budget-Friendly hotels in Lake Tekapo, New Zealand. Each property has been chosen for exceptional quality, outstanding service, and consistently high guest satisfaction ratings.

Browse our curated list of Budget-Friendly properties below. Every hotel featured here meets our standards for quality and guest experience in Lake Tekapo.

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The View Lake Tekapo

8 Simpson Lane

The View Tekapo provides luxury apartment accommodation with outstanding lake and mountain views from every room. At night you can watch the stars from the large balcony. Each two bedroom apartment is fully equipped with a modern kitchen and two designer bathrooms. The large living and dining area is heated by a gas fire and cooled by air conditioning. Hiking, skiing and fishing can be enjoyed nearby. Mt Cook is just 110 km away. Please inform The View Lake Tekapo in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation. Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service operating hours. This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties. Please note that there is a 2.75% charge when you pay with a credit card. Please note that your accommodation will not be serviced for the duration of your stay. The homes are professionally cleaned and supplied with linen and towels for when you arrive.

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The Red Hut

Key Collection: 48 Darchiac Drive

Set amongst spacious gardens and lawns, The Red Hut is just a 5-minute walk from the heart of Lake Tekapo. This 1-bedroom house features a patio with mountain views. The Red Hut is a 4-minute drive from Tekapo Springs. The house features a kitchen with a stovetop, microwave and fridge. You can enjoy a meal in the sun in the outdoor dining area. There is also a sofa and a bathroom. Please inform The Red Hut in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation. Check-in and key collection is between 15:00-17:00 at 48 DArchiac Drive, Lake Tekapo. If you expect to arrive after 17:00, please contact The Red Hut in advance to arrange key collection, using the contact details found on the booking confirmation. Please note there is a sign on the main road pointing to Farmyard and Shop (this is located on the southern side of Peppers Hotel). Turn in here. The Red Hut is about 100 metres down the driveway on the right hand side. Please note that this property will not be serviced for the duration of your stay. Please note that checkout fees may apply. Please see reception for more information.

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The Doctor's Retreat

The Doctor's Retreat 31 Pioneer Drive

Featuring a garden, The Doctors Retreat features accommodation in Lake Tekapo with free WiFi and garden views. Boasting free private parking, the holiday home is in an area where guests can engage in activities such as hiking, skiing and fishing. The holiday home has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a terrace with river views. A bicycle rental service and ski storage space are offered at the holiday home. Lake Pukaki is 33 km from The Doctors Retreat, while Albury is 40 km from the property. This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties. Please inform The Doctors Retreat in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation. Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply. Managed by a private host

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The Black House

17 D'archiac Drive

Featuring a garden, a terrace, and barbecue facilities, The Black House with Stunning Outdoor Bath features accommodation in Lake Tekapo with free WiFi and mountain views. Boasting free private parking, the holiday home is in an area where guests can engage in activities such as hiking, skiing and fishing. The air-conditioned holiday home consists of 3 bedrooms, a living room, a fully equipped kitchen with a fridge and a kettle, and 1 bathroom with a shower and free toiletries. Towels and bed linen are available in the holiday home. The holiday home offers a hot tub. Mt. Dobson is 45 km from The Black House with Stunning Outdoor Bath. The nearest airport is Richard Pearse Airport, 97 km from the accommodation. This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

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Tekapob2 Lakeview Apartment

2 Murray Place

Featuring stunning views, TekapoB2 Lakeview Apartment offers private accommodation in Lake Tekapo. Free WiFi and private parking are available. The town centre, local shops, restaurants, cafes and the Church of the Good Shepherd are just a 7-minute walk away. The air-conditioned apartment is fitted with a kitchen and underfloor heating in the living area. There is a private bathroom with a lake view, a bath and floor heating. Twizel is 60 km from TekapoB2 Lakeview Apartment, while Mount Cook Village is 100 km away. This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties. Please inform TekapoB2 Lakeview Apartment in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation. Please note that there is a 1.6% charge when you pay with a Visa and Master credit card. Payments made with Eftpos do not incur a surcharge. Please note that housekeeping service is only offered for stays of more than 4 nights.

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Tekapo Starriver

1 Rodman Lane

Star River is located in Lake Tekapo, 45 km from Mt. Dobson and provides air-conditioned accommodation with free WiFi, as well as access to a sun terrace. The units provide views of the mountain and come with a seating area, a washing machine, a fully equipped kitchen with a fridge, and a private bathroom with free toiletries and a hairdryer. A dishwasher, an oven and microwave are also provided, as well as a kettle. There is a shared lounge at this property and guests can go hiking and skiing nearby. The nearest airport is Richard Pearse Airport, 96 km from the holiday home. Please inform Star River in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation. This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties. Please note that there is a 2.5% charge when you pay with a credit card / overseas visitors. All requests for arrival after 19:00 are subject to confirmation by the property. Otherwise, a surcharge of NZD 25 will apply for arrivals after check-in hours. For your information, we provide a heater, e-blanket, and extra blanket at all our accommodations. However, Lake Tekapo is surrounded by Alpine mountains which will be extremely cold depending on the weather. We suggest you bring more layers when you are planning to visit Tekapo from April to October. Kindly noted that we are not able to cancel the booking due to natural disasters or road closures.

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Tekapo Retreat

9 Dwyer Place

Featuring lake views, Tekapo Retreat offers accommodation with a terrace and a patio, around 44 km from Mt. Dobson. Boasting free private parking, the holiday home is in an area where guests can engage in activities such as hiking, skiing and tennis. The air-conditioned holiday home consists of 3 bedrooms, a living room, a fully equipped kitchen with a fridge and a kettle, and 2 bathrooms with a shower and free toiletries. Towels and bed linen are offered in the holiday home. Ski storage space is available on site. The nearest airport is Richard Pearse Airport, 95 km from the holiday home. Please inform Tekapo Retreat in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation. This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties. Please note that there is a 2.75% charge when you pay with a credit card. A surcharge of AUD 50 applies for arrivals after check-in hours. All requests for late arrival are subject to confirmation by the property.

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Super House

25 Mistake Drive

Supernova has lake views, free WiFi and free private parking, set in Lake Tekapo, 44 km from Mt. Dobson. The holiday home provides guests with a terrace, mountain views, a seating area, a flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a fridge and a dishwasher, and a private bathroom with shower and free toiletries. An oven, a microwave and stovetop are also offered, as well as a kettle. The nearest airport is Richard Pearse Airport, 96 km from Supernova. Please inform Supernova in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation. This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties. Please note that there is an 2.5% charge when you pay with a credit card / overseas visitors. All requests for arrival after 19:00 are subject to confirmation by the property. Otherwise, a surcharge of NZD 25 will apply for arrivals after check-in hours. For your information, we provide a heater, e-blanket, and extra blanket at all our accommodations. However, Lake Tekapo is surrounded by Alpine mountains, which will be extremely cold depending on the weather. We suggest you bring more layers when you are planning to visit Tekapo from April to October. Kindly noted that we are not able to cancel the booking due to natural disasters or road closures.

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Stoneleigh

24 Murray Place

Boasting mountain views, Stoneleigh provides accommodation with a garden and a balcony, around 45 km from Mt. Dobson. Featuring free private parking, the holiday home is in an area where guests can engage in activities such as hiking, fishing and tennis. The air-conditioned holiday home consists of 4 bedrooms, a living room, a fully equipped kitchen with a fridge and a kettle, and 2 bathrooms with a bath or shower and a hairdryer. Towels and bed linen are provided in the holiday home. The nearest airport is Richard Pearse Airport, 96 km from the holiday home. Please inform Stoneleigh in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation. This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties. Managed by a private host

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Simply Stunning Studio 1 Apartment Sleeps Four

5 Mistake Drive

Simply Stunning Studio 1 Apartment - Sleeps two offers modern accommodation in Lake Tekapo, a 2-minute drive from Tepako town centre. Free WiFi and free private parking are available. Glentanner is 33 km away. There is a modern kitchen featuring a dishwasher, oven and refrigerator. Guests can enjoy the outdoor patio with a BBQ. Towels and bed linen are provided. The property is 42 km from Twizel and 44 km from Mount Cook Village. Please inform Simply Stunning Studio 1 Apartment - Sleeps two in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation. This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties. Managed by a private host

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Rodman Star

Andrew Don Drive 16

Situated in Lake Tekapo, 46 km from Mt. Dobson, Rodman Star Apartment features accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. Rooms include a patio with a mountain view. The rooms are fitted with air conditioning, a fridge, a dishwasher, a kettle, a shower, free toiletries and a wardrobe. The units have a private bathroom, a hairdryer and bed linen. Guests at the guest house will be able to enjoy activities in and around Lake Tekapo, like hiking and skiing. The nearest airport is Richard Pearse Airport, 97 km from Rodman Star Apartment. Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply. This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties. Please note that there is a 3% charge when you pay with a credit card. Please note that rooms will not be serviced for the duration of your stay.

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Rifugio

23 Aorangi Crescent

Boasting a terrace, Rifugio offers accommodation in Lake Tekapo with free WiFi and mountain views. Situated 46 km from Mt. Dobson, the property features a garden and free private parking. This holiday home features 2 bedrooms, a kitchen with a fridge and a dishwasher, a flat-screen TV, a seating area and 1 bathroom fitted with a shower. Towels and bed linen are available in the holiday home. The nearest airport is Richard Pearse Airport, 97 km from the holiday home. Please inform Rifugio in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation. This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

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Parkbrae Estate

8 Simpson Lane

Set in a beautiful garden, Parkbrae Estate offers cottage and apartment accommodation very close to the shore of Lake Tekapo and the Church of the Good Shepherd. Free WiFi and private parking is available on site. All properties are self-contained with a well equipped kitchen, living area, private bathroom and a balcony and/or patio. Towels and bed linen are provided. Lake Tekapo is 42 km from Twizel and 103 km from Mount Cook Village. This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties. Please note that there is a 2.75% charge when you pay with a credit card. Please let the property know your expected arrival time at least 12-hours before 14:00 check-in. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property using the contact details found on the booking confirmation. Guests arriving after 20:00 may incur a late check-in fee of $50.00. Please note these accommodations are not serviced daily.

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Parkbrae Estate

8 Simpson Lane

Set in a beautiful garden, Parkbrae Estate offers cottage and apartment accommodation very close to the shore of Lake Tekapo and the Church of the Good Shepherd. Free WiFi and private parking is available on site. All properties are self-contained with a well equipped kitchen, living area, private bathroom and a balcony and/or patio. Towels and bed linen are provided. Lake Tekapo is 42 km from Twizel and 103 km from Mount Cook Village. This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties. Please note that there is a 2.75% charge when you pay with a credit card. Please let the property know your expected arrival time at least 12-hours before 14:00 check-in. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property using the contact details found on the booking confirmation. Guests arriving after 20:00 may incur a late check-in fee of $50.00. Please note these accommodations are not serviced daily.

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Number 8

8 Manning Place

Number 8 is situated in Lake Tekapo and offers a garden and barbecue facilities. The air-conditioned accommodation is 44 km from Mt. Dobson, and guests benefit from complimentary WiFi and private parking available on site. The holiday home has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a terrace with mountain views. The nearest airport is Richard Pearse Airport, 96 km from the holiday home. Please inform Number 8 in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation. This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

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Lakefront Lodge Backpackers

2 Lakeside Drive 7990 Lake Tekapo

Lakes Edge Lodge is just a 3-minute drive from Lake Tekapo town centre. A free shuttle service is available to and from Lake Tekapo bus terminal. The hostel is a 5-minute drive from Church of the Good Shephard and a 14-minute drive from Mt John University Observatory. Guests can enjoy a variety of activities in the surrounding areas including, canoeing, fishing, horse-riding, hiking and cycling. Bicycle hire is available. All rooms have access to shared laundry and bathroom facilities. You can prepare a meal using the barbecue facilities available.

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Lake Vista

40 Mistake Drive

Featuring a garden and a terrace, Lake Vista features accommodation in Lake Tekapo with free WiFi and mountain views. Boasting free private parking, the apartment is in an area where guests can engage in activities such as hiking, skiing and fishing. The air-conditioned apartment consists of 2 bedrooms, a living room, a fully equipped kitchenette with a fridge and a kettle, and 1 bathroom with a shower and free toiletries. Towels and bed linen are offered in the apartment. Cycling can be enjoyed nearby. Mt. Dobson is 44 km from the apartment. The nearest airport is Richard Pearse Airport, 96 km from Lake Vista. This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties. Please inform Lake Vista in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation. Managed by a private host

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Lake Tekapo Holiday Homes

8 Simpson Lane Lake View HeightsLake Tekapo

Lake Tekapo Holiday Homes offers a wide range of fully self-contained holiday accommodation with stunning lake and mountain views, just a 5-minute drive from the lake foreshore and Tekapo Village. Most houses have a fully equipped kitchen, lounge area and a private bathroom. Some offer a private balcony with barbecue facilities. The homes are professionally cleaned and supplied with linen and towels for when you arrive. There are laundry facilities in most houses and most also offer free WiFi. An array of activities can be enjoyed on site or in the surroundings, including stargazing, hot springs, golfing, cycling, skiing, ice skating (during winter), scenic flights, fishing, short walks or all day hiking. In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property. This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties. Please inform Lake Tekapo Holiday Homes in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation. Please note that there is a 2.75% charge when you pay with a credit card. Please let the property know your expected arrival time at least 12-hours before 14:00 check-in. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property using the contact details found on the booking confirmation. Guests arriving after 20:00 may incur a late check-in fee of $50.00. Please note that your accommodation will not be serviced for the duration of your stay. The homes are professionally cleaned and supplied with linen and towels for when you arrive.

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Jack's Bach

5 Esther Hope Street

Set in Lake Tekapo in the Canterbury region, Tekapo Tussock has a garden. The air-conditioned accommodation is 44 km from Mt. Dobson, and guests benefit from complimentary WiFi and private parking available on site. Situated on the ground floor, this holiday home is fitted with 2 bedrooms, a well-equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, a living room, and a flat-screen TV. Towels and bed linen are offered in the holiday home. The nearest airport is Richard Pearse Airport, 96 km from the holiday home. This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties. Late check-in is only available via prior arrangement with the property. Additional charges may be applicable for late check-in without prior notice.

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Hunter Hunter

17 Andrew Don Drive

Offering free WiFi and mountain views, Twin Studio on Andrew Don Drive(Without Kitchen) is an accommodation located in Lake Tekapo. Featuring free private parking, the holiday home is in an area where guests can engage in activities such as hiking, skiing and fishing. The holiday home comes with a flat-screen TV. Towels and bed linen are provided in the holiday home. Mt. Dobson is 45 km from the holiday home. The nearest airport is Richard Pearse Airport, 97 km from Twin Studio on Andrew Don Drive(Without Kitchen). Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply. This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties. Please inform Twin Studio on Andrew Don Drive(Without Kitchen) in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation. Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions. Please note that there is a 3% charge when you pay with a credit card. Please note that rooms will not be serviced for the duration of your stay.

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Glenvue

8 Simpson Lane

Located in Lake Tekapo, Glenvue is a two-storey apartment complex featuring mountain views.The property is located just a 10-minute walk from the cafes and restaurants in the village. The property offers four different units for guests to choose from. Each includes a private bathroom, a flat-screen TV and free WiFi. Hiking and fishing can be enjoyed nearby. This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties. Please inform Glenvue in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation. Please note that there is a 2.75% charge when you pay with a credit card. A surcharge of NZD 50 applies for arrivals after check-in hours. All requests for late arrival are subject to confirmation by the property.

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Creel House Bed and Breakfast

36 Murray Place Lake Tekapo 7945Aotearoa

Set in Lake Tekapo, Creel House Bed and Breakfast offers free WiFi, and guests can enjoy a garden, a shared lounge and a terrace. There is a private bathroom with shower and free toiletries in each unit, along with a hairdryer. A continental breakfast is available every morning at the bed and breakfast. Mt. Dobson is 45 km from Creel House Bed and Breakfast. The nearest airport is Richard Pearse Airport, 96 km from the accommodation. This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties. In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary and other relevant information, during dates where such guidelines exist. Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.

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Blae Loch

Mistake Drive

Blae Loch - meaning Blue Lake is a spacious, sunny, modern holiday home set up on a hill with stunning panoramic views of Lake Tekapo and the surrounding mountains. The spacious living areas open out to the deck and outdoor seating. A heat pump and log burner keeps the house warm in winter and the fully equipped kitchen makes cooking for a group fun & easy! The sleeping quarters are split into two wings with 2 bedrooms and a bathroom each side of the living area. The property is within a minutes walk of the Cowens Hill walking track and 20 minutes from the village centre. This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties. Please inform Blae Loch in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation. Upon booking your credit card will be charged a deposit of 5% of the accommodation total (plus a 3% card transaction fee). The balance will be charged 14 days prior to your stay (or upon booking if booked within 14 days of your stay). This will show as 2 charges on your card, amounting to the booking total.Please note check-in at our Discover Tekapo office is from 15:00 until 18:00. If you expect to arrive after 18:00 please contact us to arrange key pick up.

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Black Beech House

17 D'archiac Drive

Boasting a garden, a terrace, and barbecue facilities, Black Beech House with Stunning Outdoor Bath provides accommodation in Lake Tekapo with free WiFi and mountain views. Featuring free private parking, the holiday home is in an area where guests can engage in activities such as hiking, skiing and windsurfing. The air-conditioned holiday home consists of 2 bedrooms, a living room, a fully equipped kitchen with a fridge and a coffee machine, and 1 bathroom with a shower and a hot tub. Towels and bed linen are provided in the holiday home. If you would like to discover the area, fishing and cycling are possible in the surroundings. Mt. Dobson is 45 km from the holiday home. The nearest airport is Richard Pearse Airport, 97 km from Black Beech House with Stunning Outdoor Bath. This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties. Please inform Black Beech House with Stunning Outdoor Bath in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

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Atarau View

10 Andrew Don Drive

Atarau View is located in Lake Tekapo. Guests staying at this holiday home have access to a fully equipped kitchen. Enjoy the use of the outdoor table and BBQ. The town centre is located within a 10-minute walk away. This holiday home with mountain views features a bathroom with a bath, shower and a hair dryer and there is a separate toilet. A flat-screen TV is offered. Guests can relax with 2 living rooms. Stay warm with a fireplace and heat pump. Twizel is 41 km from the holiday home. Please inform Atarau View in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation. This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties. Please note that there is a 2.75% charge when you pay with a credit card.

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Amore Tekapo

2 Rodman Lane

Amore Tekapo features garden views, free WiFi and free private parking, set in Lake Tekapo, 45 km from Mt. Dobson. The holiday home provides guests with a patio, mountain views, a seating area, a TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a fridge and a dishwasher, and a private bathroom with shower and free toiletries. An oven, a microwave and stovetop are also featured, as well as a kettle. If you would like to discover the area, hiking and skiing are possible in the surroundings. The nearest airport is Richard Pearse Airport, 97 km from Amore Tekapo. Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply. This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties. Please inform Amore Tekapo in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation. Please note that there is a 3% charge when you pay with a credit card. Please note that rooms will not be serviced for the duration of your stay.