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A room with a large window offering a view of a lake and mountains.

A stone fireplace with a TV above it, a framed picture on the wall, and a basket on the floor.

A picnic setup with a bottle of milk, a glass of orange juice, red mugs, a vase with pink flowers, and food containers on a wooden table.

A bedroom with a large bed, wooden walls, and a mountain landscape mural.

1. The Mackenzie Suites

2.1 km from Mount John Observatory

Peter

S$248

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

A modern building with large windows offering a view of a mountainous landscape, a small sheep sculpture, and a rustic building in the distance.

A sign for Mackenzie Apartments with a stone sheep sculpture in front.

A bedroom with a bed, a window, and a view of an outdoor patio with a table and chairs.

A modern fireplace with a metallic frame and a visible fire.

2. Mackenzie Apartments & Suites

2.3 km from Mount John Observatory

Lee

S$294

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A modern interior with large windows offering a view of a mountainous landscape and a bridge.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, wooden wall paneling, a sliding glass door to the outdoors, and a mounted TV.

A modern building with a stone facade, large windows, and a covered entrance area.

A modern living room with a sofa and armchairs, a sliding glass door leading to a balcony with a view of mountains.

3. Grand Suites Lake Tekapo

2.9 km from Mount John Observatory

Suresh

S$492

includes taxes & fees

31 Aug - 1 Sept

A modern building with multiple units, a parking area, and a grassy landscape with a wooden deck.

A modern bathroom with a glass shower enclosure, a white vanity with a mirror, and a towel rack with two towels.

A bedroom with a bed, bedside table, lamp, and a blue armchair.

A modern living room with a blue sofa, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a TV mounted on the wall.

4. Woolshed Suites

2.4 km from Mount John Observatory

Whitney

S$171

includes taxes & fees

11 Sept - 12 Sept

A lakeside view with chairs and a picnic table, surrounded by trees and mountains.

A modern restroom with three sinks, a large mirror, and a decorative wall piece.

A building with a covered outdoor area, a car parked in front, and a starry night sky.

A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, wooden cabinetry, and a dining area with a glass table and chairs.

5. Lakes Edge Holiday Park

1.7 km from Mount John Observatory

Mohit

S$148

includes taxes & fees

31 Aug - 1 Sept

A view from a room with a large window overlooking a grassy area with a body of water and mountains in the distance.

A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a built-in oven, and a large window offering a view of the beach.

A modern building with a stone facade and a metal roof, located near a beach with people walking around.

A balcony with a view of a lake and mountains.

6. Lot 7 - Studios & Apartments

2.4 km from Mount John Observatory

Jennifer

S$198

includes taxes & fees

28 Aug - 29 Aug

A swimming pool with a wooden table, a bottle, and glasses.

A residential area with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and houses with similar architecture.

A residential area with houses, a swimming pool, and a lake with mountains in the background.

A playground with swings and a slide, a gravel area, and a lake with mountains in the background.

7. Mantra Lake Tekapo

3 km from Mount John Observatory

HARDIK

S$317

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A golf course with a flag, a person standing, and another person sitting on the grass.

A snow-covered outdoor area with picnic tables and a building.

A house with a red roof, surrounded by lush greenery and flowering plants.

A bedroom with a bed, a window with curtains, and wall-mounted light fixtures.

8. Tailor Made Tekapo - Hostel

2.6 km from Mount John Observatory

Rachel

S$102

includes taxes & fees

31 Aug - 1 Sept

A building with a glass door, wooden shutters, and a covered outdoor seating area with picnic tables.

A person sitting on a bench inside a room with a television mounted on the wall, a window with a view of trees and a parked car outside.

A modern interior with a large window, a sofa, a television, and a plant.

A room with wooden walls, a bed with a quilted mattress, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a small table with a lamp.

9. Lakes Edge Lodge

1.6 km from Mount John Observatory

Justin

S$76

includes taxes & fees

29 Aug - 30 Aug

A modern room with large windows offering a view of a lake and mountains. There are two sofas and a wicker chair.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a large window providing a view of the outdoors.

Two people sitting by a window overlooking a lake and mountains.

10. Haka House Lake Tekapo

2.3 km from Mount John Observatory

Yuyu

S$215

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A wooden deck with tables and chairs overlooking a lake and mountains.

A wooden building with a sign reading "JACK RABBIT" and a rainbow in the background.

A spacious lobby with a stone fireplace, wooden seating, and a large window.

A restaurant interior with a bar area, seating arrangement, and a view of the outside.

11. The Godley Hotel

2.6 km from Mount John Observatory

Daniel

S$144

includes taxes & fees

31 Aug - 1 Sept

A modern building with a large patio area, a mountain in the background, and a body of water in the foreground.

A circular window view of a balcony with a chair, a table with a red item, and a scenic lake and hills in the background.

A person at a table with a view of mountains and a body of water.

A modern hotel room with a large sliding glass door leading to a scenic view, a sofa, a chair, and a coffee table with a remote control and glasses on it.

12. Peppers Bluewater Resort

2.1 km from Mount John Observatory

Sophie

S$216

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

A modern building with a large glass window, a gravel area with small plants, a pond, and a clear blue sky with clouds.

A modern bathroom with a glass-enclosed shower, a white sink, and a toilet.

A single-story building with a garage, a driveway, and a parking area.

A modern living room with a curved orange sofa, a white round table, and a black and gold shelving unit against a light wall.

13. April One Bedroom Apartment

2.7 km from Mount John Observatory

Jonathan

S$256

includes taxes & fees

28 Aug - 29 Aug

A window with a view of a natural landscape, including trees and mountains.

A room with large windows offering a view of a lake and mountains. There is a wooden chair and a small table with bottles.

A snow-covered residential area with a stone wall, a bench, and a house with a snow-covered roof.

14. Tekapo1929 Lakefront Villa

2.9 km from Mount John Observatory

Melanie

S$225

includes taxes & fees

10 Sept - 11 Sept

15. Star View 3 Bedroom

2.7 km from Mount John Observatory

S$212

includes taxes & fees

10 Sept - 11 Sept

A hotel room with a bed, a window with a view of a building, a desk, and a chair.

A modern building with a wooden deck, large windows, and air conditioning units.

A modern hotel room with a sofa, dining table, kitchen area, and a large window.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a dishwasher, and a washing machine. There is a dining area with a table set for two, blue plates, and glasses.

16. Starlet 11

3 km from Mount John Observatory

S$255

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

A rustic stone building with a pointed roof, surrounded by grass and bushes, under a starry night sky.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a coffee table, a TV, and a bar area with stools.

A bedroom with a bed, a chair, a nightstand, a window with curtains, and a painting on the wall.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a wooden coffee table, a flat-screen TV, a kitchen area with bar stools, and a dining table with chairs.

17. Twin Stars

2.6 km from Mount John Observatory

S$260

includes taxes & fees

9 Sept - 10 Sept

A spacious living room with a grey sofa, a small round coffee table, and a large window offering a view of the outdoors.

A modern building with a wooden facade and large glass doors, likely a hotel or office.

A wooden deck with a picnic table, surrounded by greenery and a view of modern buildings and mountains.

A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a TV, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

18. Starry Lodge

2.9 km from Mount John Observatory

S$342

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A well-maintained lawn with a wooden table and chairs, surrounded by lush greenery and a mountain in the background.

A modern kitchen with a built-in sink, wooden cabinets, and a window with a view of greenery.

A covered outdoor area with a view of a grassy yard, trees, and a distant hill.

A snow-covered house with a sign indicating it is an accommodation and gallery.

19. Burkes Pass Country Motel

19 km from Mount John Observatory

Richmond

S$152

includes taxes & fees

17 Sept - 18 Sept

A modern building with a large window and a porch overlooking a mountainous landscape.

A modern kitchen with a central island, black bar stools, stainless steel appliances, and pendant lighting.

A modern living room with a wooden dining table, black leather sofa, and potted plants.

A room with a bed, two wicker chairs, a large window with curtains, and a view of trees and mountains.

20. Alpine Views Burkes Pass

18.8 km from Mount John Observatory

Chan-Chia

S$298

includes taxes & fees

2 Sept - 3 Sept

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Compare popular hotels close to Mount John Observatory

Property	Property class	Guest rating
The Mackenzie Suites	9.8 Exceptional 132 reviews	View
Mackenzie Apartments & Suites	9.8 Exceptional 101 reviews	View
Grand Suites Lake Tekapo	9.6 Exceptional 300 reviews	View
Woolshed Suites	9.4 Exceptional 31 reviews	View
Lakes Edge Holiday Park	9.0 Wonderful 433 reviews	View

Top Mount John Observatory Hotel Reviews

Lot 7 - Studios & Apartments

10/10 Excellent

"Check in was smooth due to communication by the host prior to arrival since check in isn’t actually on site. It was a super smooth process, the location of the rooms are amazing, walkable to all the things. Was super convenient to watch sunrise / sunset & stargazing by the lake"

The Godley Hotel

8/10 Good

"Great place. Warm and comfortable. Only issue was hot water was not hot for a shower or bath."

Haka House Lake Tekapo

10/10 Excellent

"Pretty good!"

Peppers Bluewater Resort

10/10 Excellent

"The staff were very friendly and helpful we would definitely stay there again"

Skyrim Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"I liked the property,but didn’t like the check in proceedure through apps no main office in town."

Galaxy Boutique Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Amazing location & the rooms were beautiful"

Lake Tekapo Village Motel

10/10 Excellent

"너무 친절한 남자 직원분이 안내해주셨고, 데카포 호수 바로 앞의 위치가 최고입니다. 도착했더니 펜트하우스로 업그레이드 시켜주셨어요. 건물은 잘 관리되어있어고 매우 청결하고 깨끗했습니다. 넓고 깨끗한 숙소에서 정말 편하게 지낼 수 있었습니다. 데카포 호수에 들르시는 분들께 강추드립니다."

Mantra Lake Tekapo

10/10 Excellent

"Clean, kitchen was great. Plenty of parking, comfy beds, very safe. No dryer"

Lakes Edge Holiday Park

8/10 Good

"The place overlooks Lake Tekapo. It is hard to see the full lake from the cabin because there are trees blocking it, but if you walk a few minutes down, you can get stunning views of the lake. The place also has a no partying rule and complete quiet after 10:30pm. It is not very friendly for travelers without cars as the reception area is a 5-10 mins walk away and the roads are a bit rocky on some parts."

Other attractions near Mount John Observatory

A swimming pool with a mountainous backdrop.

Tekapo Springs

9.0/10 (453 reviews)

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.

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A stone church under a starry night sky.

Church of the Good Shepherd

9.0/10 (949 reviews)

Stop off at this charming church to enjoy stunning mountain views, appreciate some fine stone carving and learn its fascinating history.

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A bronze statue of a dog standing on a rock against a blue sky with clouds.

Sheepdog Statue

8.6/10 (601 reviews)

Standing proudly before the snow-capped Southern Alps, this famous statue is testament to the high esteem with which sheepdogs are held in this area.

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Mount John Lookout

9.2/10 (178 reviews)

You can learn about the history of Tekapo with a stop at Mount John Lookout. Stroll along the lakeside in this quaint area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

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Dark Sky Project

8.2/10 (153 reviews)

Explore the campus of Dark Sky Project during your stay in Lake Tekapo. Wander the lakeside in this family-friendly area.

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The Cairns Golf Course - Lake Tekapo

7.6/10 (34 reviews)

Enjoy a round of golf in Lake Tekapo at The Cairns Golf Course - Lake Tekapo. Wander the lakeside in this quaint area.

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Cowans Hill Walkway

8.4/10 (50 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Lake Tekapo when you stop by Cowans Hill Walkway. Wander the lakeside in this quaint area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Mount John Observatory?

Mount John Observatory is located in a walkable area of Tekapo known for its beautiful lakeside setting and array of dining options. You'll find 230 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best hotel to stay close to Mount John Observatory?

Located a short 1 mi (1.6 km) from Mount John Observatory, Lakes Edge Lodge is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data. Another good choice is The Huts at Lakes Edge, located just 1 mi (1.6 km) away.

How many hotels can I expect to find close to Mount John Observatory?

Expedia has 230 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Mount John Observatory.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Mount John Observatory, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to review the best options available near Mount John Observatory.

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Our top choices for Mount John Observatory hotels

1. The Mackenzie Suites

2. Mackenzie Apartments & Suites

3. Grand Suites Lake Tekapo

4. Woolshed Suites

5. Lakes Edge Holiday Park

6. Lot 7 - Studios & Apartments

7. Mantra Lake Tekapo

8. Tailor Made Tekapo - Hostel

9. Lakes Edge Lodge

10. Haka House Lake Tekapo

11. The Godley Hotel

12. Peppers Bluewater Resort

13. April One Bedroom Apartment

14. Tekapo1929 Lakefront Villa

15. Star View 3 Bedroom

16. Starlet 11

17. Twin Stars

18. Starry Lodge

19. Burkes Pass Country Motel

20. Alpine Views Burkes Pass

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Top Mount John Observatory Hotel Reviews

Lot 7 - Studios & Apartments

The Godley Hotel

Haka House Lake Tekapo

Peppers Bluewater Resort

Skyrim Lodge

Galaxy Boutique Hotel

Lake Tekapo Village Motel

Mantra Lake Tekapo

Lakes Edge Holiday Park

Other attractions near Mount John Observatory

Tekapo Springs

Church of the Good Shepherd

Sheepdog Statue

Mount John Lookout

Dark Sky Project

The Cairns Golf Course - Lake Tekapo

Cowans Hill Walkway

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