Hostel
 Lakefront Lodge Backpackers

Beachfront

2 Lakeside Drive, 7990 Lake Tekapo, New Zealand – Excellent location – show map

Excellent location – rated 9.1/10! (score from 914 reviews)

Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions

8.5
Very Good
914 reviews

Amazing location. Helpful staff. Double room with ensuite was very comfortable, and shower was hot with good pressure.

Susan New Zealand

Fantastic accommodation. Very comfortable and neat and tidy and clean. Wonderful kitchen. Huge common lounge area. Fantastic location. Staff amazing. Good secure premises. Comfortable beds.

Roslyn Australia

love the kitchen and cooking facility. nice fireplace and seats, with a beautiful view of the lake. great value for money.

Kwang New Zealand

Great set up, everything you need, comfortable, great location

Zivanah New Zealand

20 minute walk to town, 8 minute walk to the Hot Pools… Incredible view.. accommodating staff… multiple acres of natural areas to get lost in 🙃🤠

Jason United States of America

The location, right by the hot springs and the start of Mt St John track. The staff were extremely kind and helpful. The room view was A.mazing! I loved the ducks who came to visit us :)

Dearphilly New Zealand

Clean hostel with everything what you need, nice staff, great location ...will definitely come back :)

Petra Czech Republic

The location was perfect. Amazing view of the lake and close to town.

Susan New Zealand

facilities were awesome. great location. was very happy with it

Liam New Zealand

The location and the kitchen facilities are clean and tidy.

Vinod44 New Zealand
8.5
Very Good
914 reviews
  • What guests loved the most:
  • “Amazing location. Helpful staff. Double room with ensuite was very comfortable, and shower was hot with good pressure.”
    Susan Susan New Zealand New Zealand
  • “Fantastic accommodation. Very comfortable and neat and tidy and clean. Wonderful kitchen. Huge common lounge area. Fantastic location. Staff amazing. Good secure premises. Comfortable beds.”
    Roslyn Roslyn Australia Australia
  • “love the kitchen and cooking facility. nice fireplace and seats, with a beautiful view of the lake. great value for money.”
    Kwang Kwang New Zealand New Zealand
  • “Great set up, everything you need, comfortable, great location”
    Zivanah Zivanah New Zealand New Zealand
  • “20 minute walk to town, 8 minute walk to the Hot Pools… Incredible view.. accommodating staff… multiple acres of natural areas to get lost in 🙃🤠”
    Jason Jason United States of America United States of America
  • “The location, right by the hot springs and the start of Mt St John track. The staff were extremely kind and helpful. The room view was A.mazing! I loved the ducks who came to visit us :)”
    Dearphilly Dearphilly New Zealand New Zealand
  • “Clean hostel with everything what you need, nice staff, great location ...will definitely come back :)”
    Petra Petra Czech Republic Czech Republic
  • “The location was perfect. Amazing view of the lake and close to town.”
    Susan Susan New Zealand New Zealand
  • “facilities were awesome. great location. was very happy with it”
    Liam Liam New Zealand New Zealand
  • “The location and the kitchen facilities are clean and tidy.”
    Vinod44 Vinod44 New Zealand New Zealand

Categories:

  • Staff8.8
  • Facilities8.6
  • Cleanliness8.8
  • Comfort8.6
  • Value for money8.5
  • Location9.1

Lakefront Lodge Backpackers is just a 3-minute drive from Lake Tekapo town center. A free shuttle service is available to and from Lake Tekapo bus terminal.

The hostel is a 5-minute drive from Church of the Good Shephard and a 14-minute drive from Mt John University Observatory.

Guests can enjoy a variety of activities in the surrounding areas including, canoeing, fishing, horse-riding, hiking and cycling. Bicycle hire is available.

All rooms have access to shared laundry and bathroom facilities. You can prepare a meal using the barbecue facilities available.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

Lakefront Lodge Backpackers has been welcoming Booking.com guests since Sept 2, 2014

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Most popular amenities

Free parking
WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
Beachfront

Property Highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.1)

Free Private Parking Available On Site

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4 reasons to choose Lakefront Lodge Backpackers

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  • The staff speaks English

Guest reviews

8.5
Very Good · 914 reviews
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  • Staff8.8
  • Facilities8.6
    Kitchen
    WiFi connection
  • Cleanliness8.8
  • Comfort8.6
  • Value for money8.5
  • Location9.1

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See what guests loved the most:

  • Susan
    New ZealandNew Zealand
    “Amazing location. Helpful staff. Double room with ensuite was very comfortable, and shower was hot with good pressure.”
  • Roslyn
    AustraliaAustralia
    “Fantastic accommodation. Very comfortable and neat and tidy and clean. Wonderful kitchen. Huge common lounge area. Fantastic location. Staff amazing. Good secure premises. Comfortable beds.”
  • Kwang
    New ZealandNew Zealand
    “love the kitchen and cooking facility. nice fireplace and seats, with a beautiful view of the lake. great value for money.”
  • Zivanah
    New ZealandNew Zealand
    “Great set up, everything you need, comfortable, great location”
  • Jason
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    “20 minute walk to town, 8 minute walk to the Hot Pools… Incredible view.. accommodating staff… multiple acres of natural areas to get lost in 🙃🤠”
  • Dearphilly
    New ZealandNew Zealand
    “The location, right by the hot springs and the start of Mt St John track. The staff were extremely kind and helpful. The room view was A.mazing! I loved the ducks who came to visit us :)”
  • Petra
    Czech RepublicCzech Republic
    “Clean hostel with everything what you need, nice staff, great location ...will definitely come back :)”
  • Susan
    New ZealandNew Zealand
    “The location was perfect. Amazing view of the lake and close to town.”
  • L
    Liam
    New ZealandNew Zealand
    “facilities were awesome. great location. was very happy with it”
  • Vinod44
    New ZealandNew Zealand
    “The location and the kitchen facilities are clean and tidy.”
Property questions and answers
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The property usually replies within a few days

  • Can I use my own sleeping bag?
    Hi, You are welcome to use your own sleeping bag if you wish. :) We do provide sheets/pillow/pillowcase and a duvet on your bed for you to use :)
    Answered on October 12, 2019
  • Are sheets and towels included?
    All bedding is included, you only need to bring your own towel or you can hire a towel for $2 from reception. :)
    Answered on October 12, 2019
  • do you have available beds for 20 pax.on 24 to 25 June?
    Hi there, unfortunately we don't have enough beds on 24 June. Thank you. Kind regards, An Chi
    Answered on June 20, 2022
  • do you guys have free wifi?
    Yes, we do have free wifi. :)
    Asked about: Bed in 4 Bed Mixed Dormitory Room • Answered on February 9, 2021
  • Do you have planned events or activities?
    There are many great activities in Tekapo based in and around the lake. We can show you these on arrival and can even help you to make a booking. Cheers
    Answered on October 12, 2019

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Area Info *
Guests loved walking around the neighborhood!
Excellent location – show map
What's nearby
  • Mt. Dobson
    10.7 miles
Natural Beauty
  • Lake Lake Tekapo
    0.1 miles
* All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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Amenities of Lakefront Lodge Backpackers Great facilities! Review score, 8.6

Most popular amenities

Free parking
WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
Beachfront
Outdoors
  • Beachfront
  • BBQ facilities
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
Activities
  • Beach
  • Horseback riding Additional charge
  • Cycling Off-site
  • Hiking
  • Canoeing Additional charge
  • Skiing Off-site
  • Fishing Additional charge
  • Golf course (within 2 miles) Additional charge
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and charges apply.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
Services
  • Shuttle service
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Shuttle service (free)
  • Baggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Laundry
General
  • Paid WiFi
  • Designated smoking area
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Non-smoking rooms
Languages Spoken
  • English
  • Chinese
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House rules Lakefront Lodge Backpackers takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

3:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Check-out

8:30 AM - 10:00 AM

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children over 2 are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

There's no capacity for cribs at this property.

This property doesn't offer extra beds.

Age restriction

No age restriction for check-in. (Only children 2 and up are allowed)

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Groups

When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Mastercard Visa Eftpos Lakefront Lodge Backpackers accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print

FAQs about Lakefront Lodge Backpackers

  • Check-in at Lakefront Lodge Backpackers is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

  • Lakefront Lodge Backpackers offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Skiing
    • Fishing
    • Canoeing
    • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    • Beachfront
    • Beach
    • Horseback riding

  • Lakefront Lodge Backpackers is 0.7 miles from the center of Lake Tekapo.

  • The prices at Lakefront Lodge Backpackers may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.