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Our top choices for Mount John Observatory hotels

1. Lakes Edge Lodge

Lakes Edge Lodge
1.6 km from Mount John Observatory
Australia
Marites
S$93
includes taxes & fees
16 Oct - 17 Oct
Lakes Edge Lodge

2. Skyrim Lodge

Skyrim Lodge
2.9 km from Mount John Observatory
United Kingdom
Bernardo
S$196
includes taxes & fees
22 Sept - 23 Sept
Skyrim Lodge

3. Haka House Lake Tekapo

Haka House Lake Tekapo
2.3 km from Mount John Observatory
Canada
Sharon
S$228
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Haka House Lake Tekapo

4. April One Bedroom Apartment

April One Bedroom Apartment
2.7 km from Mount John Observatory
United Kingdom
Jonathan
S$194
includes taxes & fees
23 Sept - 24 Sept
April One Bedroom Apartment

5. Sky Valley

Sky Valley
2.9 km from Mount John Observatory
New Zealand
Jayde
S$189
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Sky Valley

6. StarRain Tekapo

StarRain Tekapo
2.9 km from Mount John Observatory
United States
Kaushik
S$357
includes taxes & fees
10 Oct - 11 Oct
StarRain Tekapo

7. Starlet 11

Starlet 11
3 km from Mount John Observatory
S$283
includes taxes & fees
23 Sept - 24 Sept
Starlet 11

8. Starry Lodge

Starry Lodge
2.9 km from Mount John Observatory
S$365
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Starry Lodge
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Compare popular hotels close to Mount John Observatory

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
Exterior
Lakes Edge Lodge
8.8
Excellent
33 reviews
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Exterior
Skyrim Lodge
9.0
Wonderful
356 reviews
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Lounge
Haka House Lake Tekapo
8.6
Excellent
444 reviews
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Exterior
April One Bedroom Apartment
8.4
Very good
7 reviews
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Exterior
Sky Valley
8.4
Very good
8 reviews
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Top Mount John Observatory Hotel Reviews

Grand Suites Lake Tekapo

Grand Suites Lake Tekapo

10/10 Excellent
"Wow! One of the best places I’ve ever stayed. The room was absolutely stunning, staff lovely, location second to none and that bed - wow!!!"
Fleur 1-night trip
Posted 10 hours ago
Grand Suites Lake Tekapo
Lakes Edge Lodge

Lakes Edge Lodge

10/10 Excellent
"It was clean"
Sharmaine 1-night trip
Posted 11 hours ago
Lakes Edge Lodge
Haka House Lake Tekapo

Haka House Lake Tekapo

10/10 Excellent
"good"
SHI 1-night trip
Posted 23 hours ago
Haka House Lake Tekapo
Woolshed Suites

Woolshed Suites

10/10 Excellent
"Fantastic location. Well equipped. Quiet, clean. Would highly recommend."
David 3-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Woolshed Suites
Lake Tekapo Village Motel

Lake Tekapo Village Motel

10/10 Excellent
"Great view"
Lucie-Catherine 1-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Lake Tekapo Village Motel
Galaxy Boutique Hotel

Galaxy Boutique Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Room was spacious! Room design was very modern. The cool thing was the stargazing skylight. There was a slope or ramp to go up the 2nd level rooms so totally easy and effortless. THe large window overlooking the lake and the mountain range was so nice. We could see the sunrise from our bed and sunset colours on the mountains while sipping coffee at the table too. Room came with a bathtub but there was no bubble bath soap to use. Anyways no time as we went stargazing till late. Just 5min drive to Church of Good Shepard. It's the only hotel that provided toiletries including toothbrushes, disposable slippers, shower cap, etc. Minibar had payable items for convenience at reasonable prices. The in-room breakfast was superb. Many options to choose from and they were flexible to change some of the items. Near a petting zoo and we stopped there to watch and take some photos in the morning before driving off. Location is good. We voted this the second best hotel of the 7 we stayed in our NZ trip. The only down thing was the shallow sink and it was also a bit stuck. So tended to splash out water onto the sink countertop."
Linda 1-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
Galaxy Boutique Hotel
Lakes Edge Holiday Park

Lakes Edge Holiday Park

8/10 Good
"Upgrade with minimal fuss and the heaters were on when entered. We really appreciated that."
Derek 1-night trip
Posted 9 days ago
Lakes Edge Holiday Park
The Godley Hotel

The Godley Hotel

8/10 Good
"Very centrally located, great views. Staff helpful. Id stay there without looking anywhere else next time. Make sure you get a lake view room for your wellness!"
Glyn 1-night trip
Posted 11 days ago
The Godley Hotel
Mackenzie Apartments & Suites

Mackenzie Apartments & Suites

10/10 Excellent
"nice place"
rita 2-night trip
Posted 11 days ago
Mackenzie Apartments & Suites

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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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 family-friendly 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 227 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 227 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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