Lake view
Free WiFi
Free parking
Private Bathroom
Key card access
Daily housekeeping
Non-smoking rooms
Baggage storage
Heating
Elevator

Located in Lake Tekapo, YHA Lake Tekapo is 28 miles from Mt. Dobson. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and a shared lounge, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The hostel has ski storage space.

Certain rooms are equipped with a kitchenette with a fridge and a microwave. The rooms have bed linen.

Guests at the hostel will be able to enjoy activities in and around Lake Tekapo, like hiking, skiing and cycling.

The nearest airport is Richard Pearse Airport, 60 miles from YHA Lake Tekapo.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

YHA Lake Tekapo has been welcoming Booking.com guests since Jun 17, 2019
Hotel chain/brand:
Youth Hostels Association

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Property Highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.8)

FREE parking!


Availability

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Room Type
Sleeps
 
1 queen bed
2 twin beds
1 queen bed
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Travel Sustainable property
Travel Sustainable property
This property is part of the Travel Sustainable program, which means it’s taken significant steps to make your stay more sustainable.
Property questions and answers
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  • Hi The wife and I will be driving, and it says no car park available. Can we park on the street out the front of the hostel?
    Yes, you can.
    Answered on 20 April 2020
  • Hi! I am travelling in a group of 4 girls. If we book 4 beds in the 4-bedroom mixed dormitory does this mean we will all be in the same dormitory or w..
    Hi Emilee, Please contact directly to arrange this :)
    Answered on 7 November 2019
  • Hello. Is this a pay on arrival please? Regards Sarah Ellens
    Yes, you will pay on your arrival. Thank you!
    Answered on 6 January 2021
  • Hi! Are there buses to Mount Cook village everyday? How much? We are two.
    Hello, Unfortunately there are no direct buses from Tekapo to Mt. Cook village.
    Answered on 13 February 2023
  • Do you offer luggage storage?
    Yes we do
    Answered on 7 November 2019
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Amenities of YHA Lake Tekapo
Great facilities! Review score, 9.2
Most popular amenities
Free parking
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
Facilities for disabled guests
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Toilet
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Ski
  • Ski storage
Activities
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Skiing
    Off-site
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    Additional charge
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free public parking is available at a location nearby (reservation is not needed).
    Services
    • Daily housekeeping
    • Shared lounge/TV area
    • Lockers
    • Baggage storage
    • Express check-in/out
    • Laundry
      Additional charge
    Front Desk Services
    • Invoice provided
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • CCTV outside property
    • CCTV in common areas
    • Smoke alarms
    • Key card access
    General
    • Air conditioning
    • Smoke-free property
    • Heating
    • Elevator
    • Facilities for disabled guests
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Accessibility
    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Upper floors accessible by elevator
    Languages Spoken
    • English

    House rules

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

    Check-in

    From 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM

    Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

    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 not allowed.

    Crib and extra bed policies

    Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

    Age restriction

    The minimum age for check-in is 18

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

    Groups

    When booking for more than 8 people, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

    Mastercard Visa Cash YHA Lake Tekapo accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

    The fine print

    Guests 17 years or younger cannot be accommodated in shared dormitory rooms. All guests aged 17 years and under must be accompanied by an adult.

    Please inform YHA 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.

    Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

    FAQs about YHA Lake Tekapo

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

    • Check-in at YHA Lake Tekapo is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

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

      • Cycling
      • Hiking
      • Skiing
      • Golf course (within 2 miles)

    • YHA Lake Tekapo is 350 feet from the center of Lake Tekapo.