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Lake Tekapo · Mackenzie Region · Dark Sky Reserve · New Zealand

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Locally owned, community-connected, and open every single day of the year.

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78Total rooms
4Properties
100mBetween properties
365Days open
Who we are

Built on genuine New Zealand hospitality

Mackenzie Hotels Limited is a locally owned and operated portfolio of four properties, all sitting within 100 metres of each other on the prime lakefront of Lake Tekapo. Reservations are centralised at The Godley Hotel — 2 Rapuwai Lane, Lake Tekapo 7999.

Locally owned
Privately owned and operated — no franchise, no distant head office.
Guest-driven
Every decision starts with the experience we want guests to have.
Community connected
Rooted in the Mackenzie region and its people.
Long-term partnerships
Quality-focused relationships with operators and guests alike.
Mackenzie High Country
Our properties

Four experiences, one destination

Each property has its own character — choose the one that fits, or mix and match across your group. All within 100 metres of each other on the lakefront.

The Godley Hotel
Full-service hotel
The Godley Hotel

The flagship property — 58 rooms in a central lakefront setting with a restaurant and bar onsite. The perfect base for groups and independent travellers alike.

58 rooms · Queen + Single configurations
Restaurant & bar onsite
Group booking friendly
Central lakefront location
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Lot 7
Studios & apartments
Lot 7

Eight top-floor studios and apartments with lift access — a private, elevated retreat. We also offer interconnected rooms, perfect for families or groups travelling together.

8 units · Top floor · Lift access
Studios & full apartments
Interconnected rooms available
Self-contained living
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Woolshed Suites
Spacious suites
Woolshed Suites

Twelve generous 55sqm suites with king beds, bathtub, walk-in shower, and kitchenette. For guests who want room to breathe and the comforts of home.

12 suites · 55 sqm each
King beds · Bathtub + walk-in shower
Kitchenette included
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Jack Rabbit Café & Bar
Café & bar
Jack Rabbit

All-day café and evening dining, creative cocktails, and good vibes — always. The social heart of the portfolio and the place everyone ends up.

Open every day
Panoramic lake views
À la carte dining
Events & private functions
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Where we are

A world-class destination

Lake Tekapo sits at the heart of the Mackenzie Basin — one of New Zealand's most spectacular landscapes, and one of the world's great stargazing destinations.

Dark Sky Reserve
One of the largest dark sky reserves on earth. The Milky Way is visible to the naked eye, year-round.
Intense turquoise water
The glacier-fed lake is famous worldwide for its vivid colour and dramatic alpine backdrop.
Year-round activities
Stargazing, skiing, hiking, cycling, hot pools, golf course, farm tours, 4x4 tours, horse trekking, and more.
Strategic touring location
3.5hrs from Christchurch · 3hrs from Queenstown · 1hr from Mt. Cook. An ideal stop on any South Island itinerary.
Lake Tekapo map showing Mackenzie Hotels properties
Jack Rabbit Café & Bar

Eat well. Drink better. Every single day.

Generous portions, creative cocktails, and the friendliest team in Tekapo — Jack Rabbit is the place guests keep coming back to.

Opening hours
Breakfast & lunch 7:30am – 3:30pm Every day
Happy hour 4:30pm – 6:30pm Wed – Sun
Dinner 4:30pm – 10:30pm Wed – Sun

Kitchen closes at 2:30pm at lunch and 9:30pm at dinner

Our menus
All Day Menu Evening Menu Drinks Menu
What's on
À la carte Creative cocktails Great drinks selection Generous portions Panoramic lake views

Jack Rabbit isn't just a restaurant — it's the social hub of Lake Tekapo. Whether you're after a quiet drink with a view or a lively night out, there's always something happening.

Entertainment & events
Live bands
Quiz nights
Karaoke
Sports on TV
Big events
Private functions
Why choose us

The best lakefront address in Tekapo

01
Prime lakefront position
Arguably the best lakefront position in Lake Tekapo — steps from the Church of the Good Shepherd, with uninterrupted lake and mountain views.
02
Everything close together
All four properties are within 100 metres of each other, making it simple to accommodate mixed groups across different room types and budgets.
03
Locally owned & operated
Privately owned, community-connected, and genuinely committed to the Mackenzie region. No franchise. No distant head office. Just real people who love this place.
04
Open every single day
We're here 365 days a year — from early breakfast through to the bar closing. Whatever season, whatever day, we'll be ready to welcome you.
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Get in touch

Whether you're planning a stay, a group booking, or a wholesale partnership — we'd love to hear from you. We centralise all reservations at The Godley Hotel.

Address
2 Rapuwai Lane, Lake Tekapo 7999
Mackenzie Region, New Zealand
Reservations
Centralised at The Godley Hotel for all four properties
For travel operators & wholesalers
78 rooms across four distinct properties — FITs and groups welcome
All properties within 100 metres of each other on the prime lakefront
Competitive market rates · Flexible contracting
Direct communication — no middlemen, no delays
Privately owned — decisions made locally and quickly
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