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Our top choices for Mount John Observatory hotels

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

1. The Godley Hotel

The Godley Hotel
3.0 star property
2.6 km from Mount John Observatory
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (710 reviews)
"Nice place to stay, shame restaurant was closed during our trip as it would have been handy. Plenty of parking and good location."
Australia
Kim
The price is S$191
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
The Godley Hotel
A building with a glass door, wooden shutters, and a covered outdoor seating area with picnic tables.

2. Lakes Edge Lodge

Lakes Edge Lodge
1.0 star property
1.6 km from Mount John Observatory
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (41 reviews)
"Room only but in decent condition and shared amenities were decent. Good location."
United Kingdom
Srikant
The price is S$114
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Lakes Edge Lodge
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Top Mount John Observatory Hotel Reviews

Tekapo Luxury Apartments

Tekapo Luxury Apartments

10/10 Excellent
"Booked this place well in advance for the labour long weekend so got a great price. Apartment was huge and spacious and well worth it for the price. Had everything you need plus some with a full kitchen and laundry. Prob the only thing I could fault is that there was a smell in the apartment that could smell as soon as walked in. I assume it was prob from previous people staying cooking curry or something. Tried to air it while was there but smell still retained for the 2 nights I was there. Would stay again. :)"
Alasha 2-night trip
Posted 20 hours ago
Tekapo Luxury Apartments

Other attractions near Mount John Observatory

A swimming pool with a mountainous backdrop.
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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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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 231 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 231 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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