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Galaxy Boutique Hotel

3.5 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, near Lake Tekapo

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Deluxe Double Room, Lake View | Bathroom | Free toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes, heated floors
Front of property
43-inch Smart TV with satellite channels, TV
Exterior
Reception

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
53 Darchiac Dr, Lake Tekapo, Canterbury, 7999
  • Dark Sky Project
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Church of the Good Shepherd
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Tekapo Springs
    ‪3 min drive‬

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Room options

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Deluxe Double Room, Lake View | Minibar, desk, soundproofing, free WiFi

Deluxe Double Room, Lake View

  • Lake view
  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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View from room

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Lake View

  • Lake view
  • 570 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Minibar, desk, soundproofing, free WiFi

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Accessible

  • Lake view
  • 570 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Lake Tekapo

Galaxy Boutique Hotel places you within a leisurely stroll of The Cairns Golf Course - Lake Tekapo and Dark Sky Project. This 15-room, 3.5-star hotel welcomes guests with free breakfast, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • The Cairns Golf Course - Lake Tekapo - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Dark Sky Project - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Church of the Good Shepherd - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Sheepdog Statue - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Tekapo Springs - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 165 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dark Sky Project - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Mackenzie's Stonegrill - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Kohan Restaurant - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Jack Rabbit - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Reflections Cafe & Restaurant - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Galaxy Boutique Hotel

Hotel with free breakfast, near Lake Tekapo
At Galaxy Boutique Hotel, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas, a computer station, and express check-in. Free parking is included with your stay. Front-desk staff can assist with tours/tickets and dry cleaning/laundry. Other amenities at this hot springs hotel include express check-out and a TV in a common area.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 43-inch Smart TVs with satellite channels. Bathrooms have hair dryers, free toiletries, and bathrobes. Other standard amenities include minibars, electric kettles, and desks.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Children's books
  • Children's games
  • Highchair
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Computer station

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Heated bathroom floor
  • Shampoo
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch smart TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 50 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 50 per night

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-9:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours, and checking in and out are easy with express services. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Galaxy Boutique Hotel Hotel
Galaxy Boutique Hotel Lake Tekapo
Galaxy Boutique Hotel Hotel Lake Tekapo

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Galaxy Boutique Hotel?

Galaxy Boutique Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. For specific requirements, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to do around Galaxy Boutique Hotel?

This hotel is located in Lake Tekapo, just steps from The Cairns Golf Course - Lake Tekapo. You'll also find Church of the Good Shepherd and Cowans Hill Walkway less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at Galaxy Boutique Hotel?

Yes, uncovered self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does Galaxy Boutique Hotel have a casino?

No, Galaxy Boutique Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Galaxy Boutique Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is Galaxy Boutique Hotel a good place to stay for couples?

Couples will appreciate amenities at this hotel, including a minibar and a smart TV in each guestroom with some featuring lake views.

Does Galaxy Boutique Hotel have a hot tub?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Galaxy Boutique Hotel feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Galaxy Boutique Hotel serves free cooked-to-order breakfasts each morning from its snack bar.

Does Galaxy Boutique Hotel allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Galaxy Boutique Hotel.

Does Galaxy Boutique Hotel have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

Are there rooms with balconies at Galaxy Boutique Hotel?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Galaxy Boutique Hotel.

Galaxy Boutique Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 249 out of 323 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 55 out of 323 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 323 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 323 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 323 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ramsey

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great experience here - the room was spacious and well equipped with incredible views of Lake Tekapo. The skylight provided a really unique and cool view of the stars at night. The hotel is in a hill above Tekapo but is an easy walk or drive into the main town. Staff were friendly and the breakfast was nice! Would recommend and stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were very accomodating and welcoming. Rooms were spacious and clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caleb

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Galaxy Boutique Hotel is an excellent choice when staying in Lake Tekapo. The only thing that beats the views, is friendly, and helpful staff. Don’t make the same mistake we did and book multiple nights if you can!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tami

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location, view and service. Room was comfortable. Enjoyed breakfast delivered to room.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley, Pyrmont

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a lovely stay. Great location. The kids loved the breakfast and it was a great way to start the day. Service was friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

SHUPING

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Romita

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location was great with amazing views
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very kind good recommendations for dinner. Room was totally fine. Breakfast was tasty and plentiful.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

CHANG BING

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

Akshay

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Where should I start with - worst checkin experience, lies from front staff or rude behaviour from front staff lady while checking out Let’s start with check-in experience, out checin was delayed and we had to wait and the explanation was we requested king bed. It’s like we’re the only one who requested king bed in the history of this hotel. There was not even a single apology from the front staff lady I raised this issue with my booking partner Expedia to share the experience I had it with this worst customer experience Next day, while checking out front lady came to me and said you raised a complaint with Expedia regarding you check in experience and wanted to have a chat with the angry tone. In this whole conversation she never said please. This morning she changed her explanation of the late checkin, it was due to she was serving the other customers. Let me correct her we were there by 2:41 and rather then us getting checked in she was trying to serve other customers who came after us. Anyway, I tried to explain her my disappointment with the check-in experience but she was least interested to listen. After that, she throw the key on her desk in angry way and said all the best in the angry tone. My recommendation to her manager and hotel authority is to send her for some behaviour courses so she should know how to deal with the customer respectfully. I can also recommend some behavioural online courses to her if required Won’t recommend based on my experience
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

YIT WAH

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shimon, Ramat Gan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location, easy access to rooms with luggage, friendly staff, free parking
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Binyan

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quirky but fab. Great views of the lake in the day and the stars at night. Ultra modern ultra clean. Small. Helpful staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

South Island road trip

We stayed for two nights while touring the area. Staff were helpful and friendly and the hotel is very conveniently located. We will stay again
View from our 1st floor patio
Night sky project if weather is good a must do
Sunrise on departure day
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We were welcomed at reception and escorted to our room to have the retractable sky light function and other room amenities explained. Breakfast each day was efficient with exact orders taken to minimise waste. Our room had amazing views of the lake and the night sky and we would definitely stay again if we visit Lake Tekapo
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Brian

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We liked the property, staff and service. But this is a Dark Sky community and we felt the strong outside lights shining up at the room from the property prevented viewing the southern night sky’s from our room. The outside lights need to be turned off.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Boon Wee

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Customer service is excellent. Rooms are clean and unit is big. It comes with simple free breakfast which we really appreciate the kind gesture. We had the lower deck 2 bedroom so could not have a ceiling view of the stars. My girls were a little disappointed but we can make do with it. I would recommend it to people whom can appreciate a small boutique hotel setup, and not have high expectations.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jin

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Galaxy Boutique Hotel at Lake Tekapo is an excellent choice for a stay. Perched on a hill, it offers stunning lake views and is just a few minutes’ walk from the town center. The facilities are modern and impeccably clean, and the breakfast is delicious and satisfying
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ciprian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Asha

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best breakfast and the service and the staff made it so special for us! What a property this was such. Top choice. One of the best in NZ so far
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Neil

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing Views!

The room was beautiful and spacious! My favorite features were the huge window with a view of Lake Tekapo and the snow-capped mountains, and the skylight for the dark sky views. The bathroom had both a shower and a bathtub, and the towels were spa quality. The room included a prepared breakfast along with continental options. The only downside was that it was about a 15 minute walk along a fairly busy highway to any restaurants or shopping, which were sparse. But all in all, it was a wonderful experience and I would highly recommend Galaxy Boutique Hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024