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A modern building with a large patio area, a mountain in the background, and a body of water in the foreground.

A circular window view of a balcony with a chair, a table with a red item, and a scenic lake and hills in the background.

A modern hotel room with a large sliding glass door leading to a scenic view, a sofa, a chair, and a coffee table with a remote control and glasses on it.

A hotel room with a large bed, two chairs, a small table, and a view of a lake and mountains.

1. Peppers Bluewater Resort

0.3 km from Dark Sky Project

Sophie

P8,844

P10,171 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A wooden deck with tables and chairs overlooking a lake and mountains.

A spacious lobby with a stone fireplace, wooden seating, and a large window.

A wooden building with a sign reading "JACK RABBIT" and a rainbow in the background.

A restaurant interior with a bar area, seating arrangement, and a view of the outside.

2. The Godley Hotel

0.3 km from Dark Sky Project

Kim

P6,203

P7,133 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 14 - Oct 15

A modern building with large windows and a view of mountains.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a television, a chair, and a balcony with a view.

A view from a balcony overlooking a lake with mountains in the background.

A modern living room with a sofa, armchair, and a coffee table. There is a large window offering a view of mountains and a building.

3. Lake Tekapo Village Motel

< 0.1 km from Dark Sky Project

Lucie-Catherine

A lakeside view with chairs and a picnic table, surrounded by trees and mountains.

A building with a covered outdoor area, a car parked in front, and a starry night sky.

A modern kitchen with wooden walls, a stainless steel refrigerator, a built-in oven, and a microwave.

A modern restroom with three sinks, a large mirror, and a decorative wall piece.

4. Lakes Edge Holiday Park

1 km from Dark Sky Project

Declan Dechawut

P6,881

P7,914 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 15 - Oct 16

A modern building with multiple windows and a staircase leading to an upper level.

A woman relaxing in a bathtub with a view of a bedroom through a window.

A person in a robe by a window with a starry night sky view.

Two people seated at a round table with a bottle and glasses, overlooking a mountainous landscape through large windows.

5. Galaxy Boutique Hotel

0.6 km from Dark Sky Project

Clara

A modern interior with large windows offering a view of a mountainous landscape and a bridge.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, wooden wall paneling, a sliding glass door to the outdoors, and a mounted TV.

A modern living room with a sofa and armchairs, a sliding glass door leading to a balcony with a view of mountains.

A modern building with a stone facade, large windows, and a covered entrance area.

6. Grand Suites Lake Tekapo

0.7 km from Dark Sky Project

Fleur

P32,469

P37,340 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 14 - Oct 15

A modern building with multiple units, a parking area, and a grassy landscape with a wooden deck.

A modern living room with a blue sofa, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a TV mounted on the wall.

A modern bathroom with a glass shower enclosure, a white vanity with a mirror, and a towel rack with two towels.

A compact kitchenette with a sink, toaster, kettle, and microwave.

7. Woolshed Suites

0.1 km from Dark Sky Project

Whitney

A swimming pool with a wooden table, a bottle, and glasses.

A residential area with houses, a swimming pool, and a lake with mountains in the background.

A residential area with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and houses with similar architecture.

A playground with swings and a slide, a gravel area, and a lake with mountains in the background.

8. Mantra Lake Tekapo

0.9 km from Dark Sky Project

HARDIK

P15,307

P17,603 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a wardrobe, and a kitchenette.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a coffee table with a plant, a TV on the wall, and a dining area with wooden chairs.

A modern living room with a large sliding glass door, a sofa, a coffee table, and a small side table with a plant.

A modern house with a wooden deck, large glass windows, and a clear blue sky.

9. RodmanStar Apartment

0.5 km from Dark Sky Project

Michael

Two glasses of white wine on a small table with a view of mountains and a lake.

A room with a large window offering a view of mountains and a lake.

A modern building with a wooden facade and metal roof, situated by a body of water with mountains in the background.

A hotel room with a large bed, a view of mountains through a balcony, and a table with chairs outside.

10. Ranginui at Lake Tekapo

1.4 km from Dark Sky Project

Stephen

A compact kitchen with a red backsplash, a built-in oven, and a white refrigerator.

A bedroom with a large bed, a bedside table with a lamp, a window with a view of the outside, and a painting on the wall.

A multi-story motel with a green roof, large windows, and a sign indicating it is the Lake Tekapo Village Motel.

A two-story building with a balcony on the ground floor and a flat roof.

11. Lake Tekapo Scenic Resort

< 0.1 km from Dark Sky Project

A window with a view of a natural landscape, including trees and mountains.

A room with large windows offering a view of a lake and mountains. There is a wooden chair and a small table with bottles.

A snow-covered residential area with a stone wall, a bench, and a house with a snow-covered roof.

A living room with a wooden wall, a flat-screen TV, a leather sofa, a coffee table, and a chandelier.

12. Tekapo1929 Lakefront Villa

0.8 km from Dark Sky Project

Melanie

P15,364

P17,668 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 14 - Oct 15

A modern house with a sloped roof, large glass windows, and a wooden exterior.

A modern building with a sloped roof and a small entrance.

A modern living room with a sofa, TV, and a view through a glass door.

13. Sky Valley

0.9 km from Dark Sky Project

Jayde

P8,014

P9,216 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A well-maintained lawn with a clear view of a lake and mountains in the background.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a view of the outdoors.

A scenic landscape with a road, grassy areas, and mountains in the background.

14. Three Rivers Lodge

1.3 km from Dark Sky Project

Janice

A modern house with a wooden deck and large windows, set against a starry night sky.

A modern bathroom with a wooden vanity, a towel rack, and a glass shower enclosure.

A modern kitchen with a stainless steel microwave, a brick-patterned backsplash, and a set of knives on the counter.

A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden headboard, a nightstand, a chair, and a wooden wall panel.

15. Alpine Studio Coulson

0.9 km from Dark Sky Project

Anonymous traveler

P8,935

P10,275 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 15 - Oct 16

A modern house with a glass door entrance, white brick walls, and a dark roof.

A modern kitchen with a central island, white cabinetry, and pendant lighting.

A living room with a sectional sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a dining area with chairs and a table.

A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand with a lamp, and a window with curtains.

16. Jero Apartment

0.8 km from Dark Sky Project

Marc

A modern house with stone pillars, a wooden facade, and a large glass door.

A modern living room with a fireplace, a flat-screen TV, and a sofa.

A compact kitchen with a microwave, a refrigerator, a sink, and white cabinetry.

A bedroom with a bed, large windows, and a radiator.

17. Hunter Hunter

0.7 km from Dark Sky Project

Owen

A modern two-story building with large glass doors and windows, a flat roof, and a wooden deck in front.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a large window offering a view of the outdoors.

A modern living room with a brown sofa, a green sofa with red pillows, and a glass coffee table.

A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a dining table with chairs, a flat-screen TV, and a large window with curtains.

18. StarRain Tekapo

0.8 km from Dark Sky Project

Kaushik

P15,112

P17,379 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A spacious room with large windows offering a mountain view, wooden flooring, and a tripod in the corner.

19. Isolation Bay

0.5 km from Dark Sky Project

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Compare popular hotels close to Dark Sky Project

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Mackenzie Apartments & Suites	9.8 Exceptional 102 reviews	View
Grand Suites Lake Tekapo	9.6 Exceptional 305 reviews	View
Skyrim Lodge	9.0 Wonderful 356 reviews	View
Haka House Lake Tekapo	8.6 Excellent 446 reviews	View
Lakes Edge Lodge	8.6 Excellent 34 reviews	View

Top Dark Sky Project Hotel Reviews

Haka House Lake Tekapo

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room. Great location."

The Godley Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"We loved our stay! The room was so clean and had everything we needed. Great view of the lake too. Could not fault it. Thank you."

Woolshed Suites

10/10 Excellent

"Right next to the Star Gazing Tour"

Grand Suites Lake Tekapo

10/10 Excellent

"Wow! One of the best places I’ve ever stayed. The room was absolutely stunning, staff lovely, location second to none and that bed - wow!!!"

Lakes Edge Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"It was clean"

Lake Tekapo Village Motel

10/10 Excellent

"Great view"

Galaxy Boutique Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Room was spacious! Room design was very modern. The cool thing was the stargazing skylight. There was a slope or ramp to go up the 2nd level rooms so totally easy and effortless. THe large window overlooking the lake and the mountain range was so nice. We could see the sunrise from our bed and sunset colours on the mountains while sipping coffee at the table too. Room came with a bathtub but there was no bubble bath soap to use. Anyways no time as we went stargazing till late. Just 5min drive to Church of Good Shepard. It's the only hotel that provided toiletries including toothbrushes, disposable slippers, shower cap, etc. Minibar had payable items for convenience at reasonable prices. The in-room breakfast was superb. Many options to choose from and they were flexible to change some of the items. Near a petting zoo and we stopped there to watch and take some photos in the morning before driving off. Location is good. We voted this the second best hotel of the 7 we stayed in our NZ trip. The only down thing was the shallow sink and it was also a bit stuck. So tended to splash out water onto the sink countertop."

Lakes Edge Holiday Park

8/10 Good

"Upgrade with minimal fuss and the heaters were on when entered. We really appreciated that."

Mackenzie Apartments & Suites

10/10 Excellent

"nice place"

Other attractions near Dark Sky Project

A stone church under a starry night sky.

Church of the Good Shepherd

9.0/10 (949 reviews)

Stop off at this charming church to enjoy stunning mountain views, appreciate some fine stone carving and learn its fascinating history.

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A bronze statue of a dog standing on a rock against a blue sky with clouds.

Sheepdog Statue

8.6/10 (601 reviews)

Standing proudly before the snow-capped Southern Alps, this famous statue is testament to the high esteem with which sheepdogs are held in this area.

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A swimming pool with a mountainous backdrop.

Tekapo Springs

9.0/10 (453 reviews)

Lie back and relax in healing waters, enjoy a massage or get involved in a range of outdoor activities, all with a fabulous alpine backdrop.

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Cowans Hill Walkway

8.4/10 (50 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Lake Tekapo when you stop by Cowans Hill Walkway. Wander the lakeside in this family-friendly area.

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The Cairns Golf Course - Lake Tekapo

7.6/10 (34 reviews)

Enjoy a round of golf in Lake Tekapo at The Cairns Golf Course - Lake Tekapo. Wander the lakeside in this family-friendly area.

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Mount John Lookout

9.2/10 (178 reviews)

You can learn about the history of Tekapo with a trip to Mount John Lookout. Stroll along the lakeside in this quaint area, or check out its top-notch restaurants.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Dark Sky Project?

Dark Sky Project is located in Lake Tekapo. This scenic area is known for its beautiful lakeside setting. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 225 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay near Dark Sky Project?

Adjacent to Dark Sky Project, The Godley Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free parking and a cafe. Other good choices within a short distance include Lakes Edge Lodge and Haka House Lake Tekapo.

How many hotels can I expect to find close to Dark Sky Project?

Expedia has 225 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Dark Sky Project.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Dark Sky Project, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel bookings are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view top deals close to Dark Sky Project.

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Our top choices for Dark Sky Project hotels

1. Peppers Bluewater Resort

2. The Godley Hotel

3. Lake Tekapo Village Motel

4. Lakes Edge Holiday Park

5. Galaxy Boutique Hotel

6. Grand Suites Lake Tekapo

7. Woolshed Suites

8. Mantra Lake Tekapo

9. RodmanStar Apartment

10. Ranginui at Lake Tekapo

11. Lake Tekapo Scenic Resort

12. Tekapo1929 Lakefront Villa

13. Sky Valley

14. Three Rivers Lodge

15. Alpine Studio Coulson

16. Jero Apartment

17. Hunter Hunter

18. StarRain Tekapo

19. Isolation Bay

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Top Dark Sky Project Hotel Reviews

Haka House Lake Tekapo

The Godley Hotel

Woolshed Suites

Grand Suites Lake Tekapo

Lakes Edge Lodge

Lake Tekapo Village Motel

Galaxy Boutique Hotel

Lakes Edge Holiday Park

Mackenzie Apartments & Suites

Other attractions near Dark Sky Project

Church of the Good Shepherd

Sheepdog Statue

Tekapo Springs

Cowans Hill Walkway

The Cairns Golf Course - Lake Tekapo

Mount John Lookout

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