Title: The Godley Hotel - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # The Godley Hotel Lakefront hotel in Lake Tekapo with free parking ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3100000/3091600/3091589/4de9ec11.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Standard Room, Lake View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3100000/3091600/3091589/ceed90c5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3100000/3091600/3091589/179de796.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3100000/3091600/3091589/8a6fe50d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Cafe](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3100000/3091600/3091589/a0acb07a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies The Godley Hotel sits near the Church of the Good Shepherd, offering a cozy lobby with a fireplace and garden views. Travelers can start their day with a full breakfast before visiting Tekapo Springs and Mount John Observatory, returning to use the hotel's high-speed WiFi. 8.2 Very good ## Popular amenities - - Housekeeping - Laundry - Parking included - Free WiFi - Business services ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Nov. 24 - Nov. 25](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-24&endDate=2025-11-25&selected=3091589&PinnedHotelID=3091589&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-24&endDate=2025-11-25&selected=3091589&PinnedHotelID=3091589&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Nov. 25 - Nov. 26](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-25&endDate=2025-11-26&selected=3091589&PinnedHotelID=3091589&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-25&endDate=2025-11-26&selected=3091589&PinnedHotelID=3091589&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Nov. 28 - Nov. 30](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-28&endDate=2025-11-30&selected=3091589&PinnedHotelID=3091589&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-28&endDate=2025-11-30&selected=3091589&PinnedHotelID=3091589&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Dec. 5 - Dec. 7](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-05&endDate=2025-12-07&selected=3091589&PinnedHotelID=3091589&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-05&endDate=2025-12-07&selected=3091589&PinnedHotelID=3091589&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 2 beds Showing 3 of 3 rooms ![Standard Room, Lake View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3100000/3091600/3091589/65902fbd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Room, Lake View 8.4 Very good 30 reviews ### Highlights Heating Free cribs/infant beds Refrigerator Smart TV Blackout drapes/curtains Hair dryer Private bathroom Shower/tub combination - 237 sq ft - Lake view - Sleeps 3 - 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed ![Standard Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3100000/3091600/3091589/87accc7a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Room 7.6 Good 29 reviews ### Highlights Heating Free cribs/infant beds Refrigerator Smart TV Blackout drapes/curtains Private bathroom Hair dryer Electric kettle - 237 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed ![Superior Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3100000/3091600/3091589/700b5d77.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Room 9.0 Wonderful 16 reviews ### Highlights Heating Free cribs/infant beds Refrigerator Smart TV Blackout drapes/curtains Private bathroom Hair dryer Electric kettle - 237 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FLake-Tekapo-Hotels-The-Godley-Hotel.h3091589.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FLake-Tekapo-Hotels-The-Godley-Hotel.h3091589.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-44.00566%2C170.47922&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=UtwKjo16IikckdgFe4a2hiBHS7k=) 2 Rapuwai Lane, Lake Tekapo, Canterbury, 7999 #### What's nearby - Cowans Hill Walkway - 2 min walk - 0.2 km - Dark Sky Project - 5 min walk - 0.5 km - Church of the Good Shepherd - 5 min walk - 0.5 km - Sheepdog Statue - 7 min walk - 0.6 km - Tekapo Springs - 3 min drive - 2.2 km #### Getting around - Timaru (TIU-Richard Pearse) - 77 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Better Batter - ‬9 min walk - ‪Jack Rabbit - ‬1 min walk - ‪Greedy Cow - ‬3 min walk - ‪Ramen Tekapo - ‬3 min walk - ‪Blue Lake Eatery & Bar - ‬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 the lobby and conference space. You'll also enjoy perks such as: - Free self parking - Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), luggage storage, and a TV in the lobby - A banquet hall, a front-desk safe, and smoke-free premises - Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff and location Room features All 58 rooms have amenities such as free WiFi. Extra amenities include: - Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles - Bathrooms with free toiletries and hair dryers - 40-inch Smart TVs with satellite channels - Wardrobes/closets, refrigerators, and free infant beds ## Similar properties ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2840000/2838200/2838173/600a6ce2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Peppers Bluewater Resort Lake Tekapo - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Air conditioning 8.2 Very good 3,232 reviews CA $252 CA $290 total includes taxes & fees Dec 17 - Dec 18 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-17&endDate=2025-12-18&selected=2838173&PinnedHotelID=2838173&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Lakeview Studio (Upstairs)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9623500/9623439/c13b317d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lake Tekapo Village Motel Lake Tekapo - Free WiFi - Laundry 8.8 Excellent 1,003 reviews CA $248 CA $285 total includes taxes & fees Dec 6 - 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Kitchen - Parking included - Free WiFi - Outdoor space 9.2 Wonderful 5 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-08&endDate=2025-12-09&selected=115355986&PinnedHotelID=115355986&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - 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 25 to 37 for adults and NZD 25 to 37 for children - A coffee shop/cafe ### Restaurants on site - Jack Rabbit ### Things to do - TV in common areas ### Family friendly - In-room crib - 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 ### More - 2 floors - 4 buildings - Banquet hall - Fireplace in lobby - Smoking not allowed ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Blackout drapes - Free crib ### 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 2.75 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 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 cribs are available on request at the property ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Optional extras - Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately NZD 25 to 37 for adults, and NZD 25 to 37 for children - Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability) - Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.75 percent The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know 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 smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit ### We should mention This property does not have elevators ### National rating For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating 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? > 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? > Check-out is at 10 AM. Late check-out 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). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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