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YHA Lake Tekapo

5 Motuariki Lane, 7999 Lake Tekapo, New Zealand – Excellent location – show map

Excellent location – rated 9.8/10! (score from 2352 reviews)

Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions

8.9
Excellent
2,355 reviews

Clean Very good facilities Nice showers Close to 4 square supermarket Locarion is right on the lake No parking problems

Tom Israel

super super clean, beyond gorgeous location, great amenities! overall an awesome hostel

Ashley United States of America

the kitchen and common room, facing to the lake with big window

Anni New Zealand

newly build with direct lake view, clean and 1 min walk to a supermarket

Carolin Germany

clean and convenient. in the heart of Tekapo village. warm and cozy (a lot of Hostel don't have heaters in the bathrooms but they have) super fancy stunning lounge with a majestic view of Lake Tekapo

Thu Vietnam

right infront of lake tekapo. 3min walk to the supermarket. very nice common areas. clean bathroom (I had the ensuite). I also liked the fact that each bed had sockets and a light. plus towels

Anna Philippines

Excellent location. Good laundry facilities. Close to the four square. Beds have own power point and light. Clean. Great kitchen facilities. Fantastic lounge area with a lot of space and couches.

Stephanie Canada

The hostel is very near the lake and supermarket. Stunning view.

Nurul Malaysia

Excellent hostel with great and clean facilities and fantastic views from common areas.

Sean United States of America

So I wasn’t expecting much of this place— it’s a hostel. My husband and I typically stay in somewhat fancier spots, but we booked late and didn’t have many options. But we loved it! We had a private room, and although it wasn’t exactly luxuriously decorated, it was clean and comfortable. We had all we needed. I especially appreciated their easy process for late check-ins. If you arrive after the front desk is closed, they give you a key code to open the front doors, and your room key is waiting for you on the front desk. All in all, a very pleasant experience. Amazing view, too: literally right on Lake Tekapo. :)

Alexandra United States of America
8.9
Excellent
2,355 reviews
  • What guests loved the most:
  • “Clean Very good facilities Nice showers Close to 4 square supermarket Locarion is right on the lake No parking problems”
    Tom Tom Israel Israel
  • “super super clean, beyond gorgeous location, great amenities! overall an awesome hostel”
    Ashley Ashley United States of America United States of America
  • “the kitchen and common room, facing to the lake with big window”
    Anni Anni New Zealand New Zealand
  • “newly build with direct lake view, clean and 1 min walk to a supermarket”
    Carolin Carolin Germany Germany
  • “clean and convenient. in the heart of Tekapo village. warm and cozy (a lot of Hostel don't have heaters in the bathrooms but they have) super fancy stunning lounge with a majestic view of Lake Tekapo”
    Thu Thu Vietnam Vietnam
  • “right infront of lake tekapo. 3min walk to the supermarket. very nice common areas. clean bathroom (I had the ensuite). I also liked the fact that each bed had sockets and a light. plus towels”
    Anna Anna Philippines Philippines
  • “Excellent location. Good laundry facilities. Close to the four square. Beds have own power point and light. Clean. Great kitchen facilities. Fantastic lounge area with a lot of space and couches.”
    Stephanie Stephanie Canada Canada
  • “The hostel is very near the lake and supermarket. Stunning view.”
    Nurul Nurul Malaysia Malaysia
  • “Excellent hostel with great and clean facilities and fantastic views from common areas.”
    Sean Sean United States of America United States of America
  • “So I wasn’t expecting much of this place— it’s a hostel. My husband and I typically stay in somewhat fancier spots, but we booked late and didn’t have many options. But we loved it!”
    Alexandra Alexandra United States of America United States of America

Categories:

  • Staff9.2
  • Facilities9.2
  • Cleanliness9.2
  • Comfort9.1
  • Value for money8.6
  • Location 9.8
High score for Lake Tekapo
8.9
Excellent
2,355 reviews
Categories:
Staff
9.2
Facilities
9.2
Cleanliness
9.2
Comfort
9.1
Value for money
8.6
Location
9.8
Free WiFi
9.2
High score for Lake Tekapo
Filters
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

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Most popular amenities
Free parking
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
Facilities for disabled guests

Property Highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.8)

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Room Type
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1 queen bed
1 twin bed
1 twin bed
1 twin bed
1 twin bed
1 twin bed
1 twin bed
2 twin beds
2 twin beds
1 queen bed
1 queen bed
1 queen bed
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Guest reviews
Categories:
Staff
9.2
Facilities
9.2
Cleanliness
9.2
Comfort
9.1
Value for money
8.6
Location
9.8
Free WiFi
9.2
High score for Lake Tekapo
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Tom
    IsraelIsrael
    “Clean Very good facilities Nice showers Close to 4 square supermarket Locarion is right on the lake No parking problems”
  • Ashley
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    “super super clean, beyond gorgeous location, great amenities! overall an awesome hostel”
  • Anni
    New ZealandNew Zealand
    “the kitchen and common room, facing to the lake with big window”
  • Carolin
    GermanyGermany
    “newly build with direct lake view, clean and 1 min walk to a supermarket”
  • Thu
    VietnamVietnam
    “clean and convenient. in the heart of Tekapo village. warm and cozy (a lot of Hostel don't have heaters in the bathrooms but they have) super fancy stunning lounge with a majestic view of Lake Tekapo”
  • Anna
    PhilippinesPhilippines
    “right infront of lake tekapo. 3min walk to the supermarket. very nice common areas. clean bathroom (I had the ensuite). I also liked the fact that each bed had sockets and a light. plus towels”
  • Stephanie
    CanadaCanada
    “Excellent location. Good laundry facilities. Close to the four square. Beds have own power point and light. Clean. Great kitchen facilities. Fantastic lounge area with a lot of space and couches.”
  • Nurul
    MalaysiaMalaysia
    “The hostel is very near the lake and supermarket. Stunning view.”
  • Sean
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    “Excellent hostel with great and clean facilities and fantastic views from common areas.”
  • Alexandra
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    “So I wasn’t expecting much of this place— it’s a hostel. My husband and I typically stay in somewhat fancier spots, but we booked late and didn’t have many options. But we loved it! We had a private room, and although it wasn’t exactly luxuriously...”
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.