Rifugio - Lake Tekapo

23 Aorangi Crescent, 7999 Lake Tekapo, New Zealand – Excellent location – show map

<p><b>Excellent</b> location – rated 9.7/10! <small>(score from <b>52</b> reviews)</small></p> <p>Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions</p>
8.8
Scored 8.8
Excellent
Rated excellent
52 reviews

Location was excellent. Everything was clean and cute.

Chekadanov United States of America
a kitchen with white cabinets and a large window at Rifugio - Lake Tekapo in Lake Tekapo
a living room with a couch and a fireplace at Rifugio - Lake Tekapo in Lake Tekapo
a stone path next to a house with mountains in the background at Rifugio - Lake Tekapo in Lake Tekapo
a bedroom with a bed and a window at Rifugio - Lake Tekapo in Lake Tekapo
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Rifugio - Lake Tekapo

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  • Entire home
  • 969 ft² size
  • Kitchen
  • Mountain view
  • Garden
  • Washing machine
  • Free WiFi
  • Terrace
  • Free parking
  • Bathtub

Featuring a garden, Rifugio - Lake Tekapo offers accommodations in Lake Tekapo. This property offers access to a terrace and free private parking. Outdoor dining is also possible at the vacation home. With free Wifi, this 2-bedroom vacation home features a flat-screen TV, a washing machine, and a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and oven. Towels and bed linen are available in the vacation home. There's also a seating area and a fireplace. Mt. Dobson is 28 miles from Rifugio - Lake Tekapo. The nearest airport is Richard Pearse Airport, 60 miles from the accommodation.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 10 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms

Property highlights

Located in the top-rated area in Lake Tekapo, this property has an excellent location score of 9.7!

Free Private Parking Available On Site

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Reliable Info
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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
1 full bed
Bedroom 2:
2 twin beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.0
Facilities
9.1
Cleanliness
9.2
Comfort
9.2
Value for money
8.7
Location
9.7
Free WiFi
10
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  • Chekadanov
    United States of America United States of America
    “Location was excellent. Everything was clean and cute.”
  • Silke
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “The location was amazing ! We loved the view & the lay out of the bungalow & the breezy terrace !”
  • Sharon
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Great location & views of Lake Tekapo. The property was spacious & had everything we needed.”

Managed by Discover Tekapo Accommodation

Company review score: 9.4Based on 2,769 reviews from 58 properties
58 managed properties

Company info

Our team at Discover Tekapo has a vision to match our guests with the best luxury, romantic, or retro 70's style accommodation that Tekapo has to offer. We all live, work, and raise our families in Tekapo and we know well what makes this area so special. We look forward to sharing our local knowledge and assisting our guests with all aspects of their stay.

Property info

Enjoy the convenient location of this two bedroom cottage which is within a two minute walk from the village centre. Relax in the sunny living area while looking out on the gorgeous garden and mountain views. Keep warm in the colder months with the warmth of the heatpump and in summer time open the doors out onto the patio which also provides the perfect spot for checking out the night sky. Choose to prepare your own meals in the fully equipped kitchen or walk to one of the local restaurants. Two bedrooms, a double and the other a twin making it perfect for small groups or family travelling together. Take the opportunity to have fresh clean clothes on holiday with the use of the laundry facilities. This cottage has everything you need to enjoy time away in one of the most beautiful locations.

Neighborhood info

Lake Tekapo is renowned for it's stunning night sky, beautiful scenery and unbeatable climate! The area offers a wide range of activities throughout the year, including star-gazing, photography, hot pools, horse trekking, scenic mountain flights, skiing, walking and much more! Only 1 1/4 hrs drive from Mount Cook village.

Language Spoken

English

Area info

Amenities of Rifugio - Lake Tekapo
Great facilities! Review score, 9.1

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
    Internet
    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
    Kitchen
    • Dining table
    • Toaster
    • Stovetop
    • Oven
    • Dryer
    • Kitchenware
    • Electric kettle
    • Kitchen
    • Washing machine
    • Dishwasher
    • Microwave
    • Refrigerator
    Bedroom
    • Linens
    Bathroom
    • Toilet paper
    • Towels
    • Hairdryer
    • Bathtub
    • Shower
    Living Area
    • Dining area
    • Sofa
    • Fireplace
    • Sitting area
    Media & Technology
    • Flat-screen TV
    • DVD player
    • TV
    Room Amenities
    • Electric blankets
    • Private entrance
    • Carpeted
    • Iron
    Accessibility
    • Entire unit located on ground floor
    Outdoors
    • Outdoor furniture
    • Outdoor dining area
    • Sun deck
    • Patio
    • Terrace
    • Garden
    Activities
    • Water park
      Additional chargeOff-site
    • Horseback riding
      Additional chargeOff-site
    • Golf course (within 2 miles)
      Additional charge
    Outdoor & View
    • Landmark view
    • Mountain view
    • Garden view
    • Lake view
    • View
    Building Characteristics
    • Detached
    Front Desk Services
    • Invoice provided
    Miscellaneous
    • Smoke-free property
    • Heating
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • Smoke alarms
    Languages Spoken
    • English

    House rules

    Rifugio - Lake Tekapo takes special requests – add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 3:00 PM

    You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.

    Check-out

    Until 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 of all ages are welcome.

    Children 2 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

    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

    No cribs or extra beds are available.

    No age restriction

    There's no age requirement for check-in

    Mastercard Visa Eftpos Cash is not accepted Rifugio - Lake Tekapo accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

    Smoking

    Smoking is not allowed.

    Parties

    Parties/events are not allowed

    Quiet hours

    Guests need be quiet between 11:00 PM and 6:00 AM.

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

    The fine print
    Must-know information for guests at this property

    Upon booking, we will pre-authorize your credit card for the $15 Service Charge included in your rate (plus a 2.75% card transaction fee). The remaining balance may be paid by funds transfer, credit card or cash.

    Guests are liable for any excessive cleaning charges or damage to the Property incurred during your stay.

    Please inform Rifugio - Lake Tekapo of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

    This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

    Quiet hours are between 23:00:00 and 06:00:00.

    FAQs about Rifugio - Lake Tekapo

    • Check-in at Rifugio - Lake Tekapo is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

    • Rifugio - Lake Tekapo offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

      • Golf course (within 2 miles)
      • Water park
      • Horseback riding

    • Yes, there are options at this property that have a terrace. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Rifugio - Lake Tekapo on this page.

    • Rifugio - Lake Tekapo can accommodate this group size:

      • 4 guests

      For more detailed info, check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

    • The prices at Rifugio - Lake Tekapo may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • Yes, Rifugio - Lake Tekapo is popular with guests booking family stays.

    • Rifugio - Lake Tekapo is 500 feet from the center of Lake Tekapo. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Rifugio - Lake Tekapo has the following number of bedrooms:

      • 2 bedrooms

      For more detailed info, check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.