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Our top choices for Tekapo motels

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1. Lakes Edge Holiday Park

Lakes Edge Holiday Park
2.0 star property
Lake Tekapo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (432 reviews)
"Great location with affordable money"
Australia
Mohit
The price is ￥14,740
￥16,951 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 3 - Sep 4
Lakes Edge Holiday Park
Reception

2. Grand Suites Lake Tekapo

Grand Suites Lake Tekapo
5.0 star property
Lake Tekapo
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (299 reviews)
"Brilliant accommodation, amazing staff! We will definitely be back 😀 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟"
Australia
Dan
The price is ￥54,312
￥62,798 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 18 - Aug 19
Grand Suites Lake Tekapo
Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Apartment) | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

3. Aorangi Motel

Aorangi Motel
4.0 star property
Fairlie
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (486 reviews)
"This is the second time I have stayed here on the way to Mt Cook and Lake Tekapo. The apartments are always well presented with beutiful plants and houseware. Very nice place to stay and great location."
Australia
Daniel
The price is ￥13,879
￥15,960 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 2 - Sep 3
Aorangi Motel
Outdoor dining

4. Burkes Pass Country Motel

Burkes Pass Country Motel
2.5 star property
Burkes Pass
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (244 reviews)
"Warm, clean and very welcoming staff "
Australia
Richmond
The price is ￥16,531
￥19,011 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 26 - Aug 27
Burkes Pass Country Motel
Deluxe Cabin | Terrace/patio

5. Mackenzie Motels

Mackenzie Motels
2.5 star property
Fairlie
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (352 reviews)
"Highly recommend!! Was a great stay"
Australia
Palitha
The price is ￥15,511
￥17,837 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 19 - Aug 20
Mackenzie Motels
Luxury Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Living area | 55-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels, TV

6. The Lakes Motel Twizel

The Lakes Motel Twizel
4.0 star property
Twizel
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (350 reviews)
"Great stay from first check in to departure. Staff great, nice clean modern room and great shower!!"
United Kingdom
William
The price is ￥19,312
￥22,361 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 28 - Aug 29
The Lakes Motel Twizel
Two Bedroom - 4 Person Max | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, soundproofing

7. Aoraki Court Motel

Aoraki Court Motel
4.5 star property
Mount Cook
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,002 reviews)
"A great place to stay. Clean, easy check in, amenities great! Could not ask for a better accommodation!"
United States
Leah
The price is ￥44,583
￥51,477 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 21 - Aug 22
Aoraki Court Motel
Premium 1 Bedroom Apartment | Private kitchen | Full-size fridge, microwave, stovetop, dishwasher

8. Alps Motel Apartment Twizel

Alps Motel Apartment Twizel
2.0 star property
Twizel
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (158 reviews)
"Great location, easy walk to the local shops, cafe, restaurants, grocery stores. A great base for car trips to nearby sites."
Australia
Michael
The price is ￥23,261
￥26,896 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 25 - Aug 26
Alps Motel Apartment Twizel
BBQ/picnic area

9. Ahuriri Motels

Ahuriri Motels
2.5 star property
Omarama
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (554 reviews)
"Great room and facilities to stay in the area."
Australia
Junya
The price is ￥11,818
￥13,704 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 21 - Aug 22
Ahuriri Motels
Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm | WiFi (surcharge), bed sheets

10. High Country Motel and Backpackers

High Country Motel and Backpackers
2.5 star property
Twizel
7.8 out of 10, Good, (316 reviews)
"Very nice place to stay."
Canada
Xiao
The price is ￥9,797
￥11,266 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 20 - Aug 21
High Country Motel and Backpackers
1 Bedroom Premium Apartment | Private kitchen | Coffee/tea maker, fridge, microwave, electric kettle

11. Sierra Motel

Sierra Motel
2.5 star property
Omarama
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (363 reviews)
"Great stay! Highly recommended!"
Canada
Ivica
The price is ￥18,940
￥21,781 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 18 - Aug 19
Sierra Motel
Exterior

12. Mt Cook Lodge & Motels

Mt Cook Lodge & Motels
2.5 star property
Mount Cook
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (115 reviews)
"Excellent location and great staff availability and service"
Australia
Rosser
The price is ￥28,736
￥33,046 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 3 - Sep 4
Mt Cook Lodge & Motels
Exterior

13. BigSky Motels

BigSky Motels
2.0 star property
Omarama
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (172 reviews)
"The motel was a great place to stop for the night on our road trip through the south island. Very easy to find, quiet and immaculately clean. Would definitely stay again if we're in the area."
United Kingdom
Dawn
The price is ￥15,650
￥17,997 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 21 - Aug 22
BigSky Motels
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Top Tekapo Hotel Reviews

Aoraki Court Motel

Aoraki Court Motel

10/10 Excellent
"Great location, nice and clean, beautiful views."
Chris 2-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Aoraki Court Motel

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Tekapo Motels information

Number of reviews
4,378
Accommodation
15 Motels
Lowest Price
￥11,266
Highest Price
￥62,798

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Tekapo?
If you're not able to find a motel in Tekapo, let us help you find a motel or similar property from more than 262 lodging options in the area. Just use our search tools to filter by nightly room rate or cost-effective amenities such as free parking and free airport transportation.
What's it like to stay in a motel?
Motels often include free parking, and many have outdoor pools. Often one or two stories tall, motel properties usually have exterior corridors overlooking the parking lot or an outdoor pool. In the U.S., motels became more commonplace at the end of the 1940s with the popularity of car travel and road trip vacations, peaking in the 1960s with over 60,000 properties.
What are the best motels in Tekapo?
Here you'll find some of our customers' top motels in the larger area. Lakes Edge Holiday Park is located 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from the heart of Tekapo. Enjoy the in-room kitchen, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Grand Suites Lake Tekapo: Free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities are available during your stay. Central Tekapo is 0.6 mi (1 km) away. Aoraki Court Motel: Enjoy access to the terrace, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Located 27.2 mi (43.7 km) from the heart of Tekapo. Mountain Chalets Motel: Central Tekapo is 26.1 mi (42.1 km) away. Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities like a kitchenette. Ahuriri Motels: 42.2 mi (67.9 km) from the heart of Tekapo. Enjoy access to the laundry facilities, and freebies including WiFi and parking.
What things can I to do in Tekapo?
These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Lake Tekapo, Lake Pukaki, and Mount Cook National Park. You'll find these family-friendly attractions in the area: Mount John Observatory and Dark Sky Project. During your trip, here are some other places to visit: Lake Tekapō Regional Park, Mount John Lookout, and Roundhill Ski Area.
What's the weather like in Tekapo?
Weather can make or break a roadtrip, so here's some data about year-round temperatures in Tekapo to help you plan yours: The hottest months are usually February and January with an average temp of 45°F, while the coldest months are July and August with an average of 27°F. The rainiest months in Tekapo are May, September, December, and July, with each month seeing an average of 14 inches of rainfall.
What are my options for getting around Tekapo when staying in a motel?
We've gathered some information about local transportation options in Tekapo to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Timaru (TIU-Richard Pearse), which is located 41.5 mi (66.8 km) from the city center. If you'd like to venture out around the area, you may want to rent a car for your trip.

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