Mackenzie Basin Travel Guide
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Haka House Lake Tekapo
Great overnight stay. So close to the lake and a beautiful view from our window.
Reviewed on 22 Dec 2025
The Godley Hotel
Staff was very friendly
Reviewed on 25 Dec 2025
Lake Tekapo Village Motel
Staff is very very cooperative, very clean room, excellent location, excellent view of lake, very good breakfast that was included with the stay. Only thing we didn’t get room service for our 3 night stay.
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025
Peppers Bluewater Resort
The staff were extremely polite and helpful. The property was very clean. It wasn't ready when we arrived to check in, we were provided with some complimentary drinks while we waited.
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025
The Huts at Lakes Edge
Simply Amazing! Lake Tekapo from the most stunning stay location. Great experience living in such a cool hut by the lake- stunning, very nicely designed- very convenient- every part of the hut is aesthetically designed and meticulously built. Kitchen is small but fully functional. The nights give ...
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025
Skyrim Lodge
Spotless, modern lodge with everything we needed.
Reviewed on 26 Dec 2025
Popular places to visit
Aoraki / Mount Cook
Explore the great outdoors at Aoraki / Mount Cook and enjoy the stunning glacier views during your trip to Mount Cook. Wander the lakeside in this quaint area.
Lake Pukaki
Be amazed by the color of the lake against the snowy backdrop of Aoraki/Mount Cook as you hike, drive or ride through this incredibly picturesque landscape.
Tekapo Springs
Lie back and relax in healing waters, enjoy a massage or get involved in a range of outdoor activities, all with a fabulous alpine backdrop.
Church of the Good Shepherd
Stop off at this charming church to enjoy stunning mountain views, appreciate some fine stone carving and learn its fascinating history.
Hot Tubs Omarama
Enjoy an outing to Hot Tubs Omarama during your stay in Omarama. Discover the area's mountain views and spas.
Mount John Observatory
Take an evening tour to see the wonders of the night sky or visit during the day to enjoy the stunning views of Lake Tekapo and the surrounding mountains.
