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7.2 / 10 Guest Rating

Stay In Tekapo Backpackers

14 Rapuwai Lane, Lake Tekapo, nz

Stay In Tekapo Backpackers - main view

About the Property

Scenic Lakefront Location
Nestled in the picturesque Lake Tekapo, Stay In Tekapo Backpackers offers a serene escape with stunning views.

Comfortable Accommodation
Each room at our hostel is equipped with a kitchen, cable TV, and a shared bathroom for your convenience. Relax on the patio or whip up a meal in the shared kitchen during your stay.

Adventure Awaits
With skiing, cycling, and bike hire options nearby, there's no shortage of outdoor activities to enjoy. Unleash your inner adventurer while exploring the beautiful surroundings.

Ready to experience a memorable stay in Lake Tekapo? Book your room at Stay In Tekapo Backpackers now!

Facilities & Amenities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Guest education on local ecosystems and culture
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
BBQ facilities
Luggage storage
Ski storage
Chapel/shrine
Shared lounge/TV area
Shuttle service (additional charge)

Important Information

Check-in & Out

Check-in
Check-out10:00 AM

Property Notes

1. Please note that there is a 3% charge when you pay with a credit card. Please note that reception hours are 9am to 7pm daily. 2. Children below 5 years old is not allowed to stay in backpackers dorm although with parent. Lake Tekapo is surrounded by Alpine mountains which will be extremely cold depending on the weather. We suggest you bring more layers when you are planning to visit Tekapo from April to October. Kindly note that we are not able to cancel the booking due to natural disasters or road closures.Please inform 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. Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian. A deposit may be required at the property.

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1 night · 2 adults

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Guest Reviews

7.2
Very Good447 verified reviews
AI Summary

Guests highly rate the good location and frequently praise the friendly staff.

Categories

Cleanliness6.5
Service7.5
Location9.0
Room Quality6.5
Amenities7.0
Value for Money8.0
Food and Beverage5.5
Overall Experience7.5

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F
faynzNZ
Verified booking
family_with_children
Standard Room
Stayed in Dec 4, 2025

"Very Good"

7.0
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DanieleitIT
Verified booking
solo_traveller
Standard Room
Stayed in Nov 28, 2025

"Clean room, nice location, everything else borderline bad"

5.0

Location close to the lakefront and my room was clean

There are only 4 bathrooms with shower and toilet in each. If all are occupied with people taking a shower, you cannot even use the toilet and this is a major inconvenience. The kitchen is a bit small (only one sink and one stove), not ideal for a communal kitchen. Reception hours are too short, I needed to borrow a hair dryer but it was already closed and I had to do so the next day. In the dorm, the dormer window did not have a shutter, so the room was very bright since 5 in the morning in summer. I had to use a sleeping mask. Mattresses not very comfortable.

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Rutkowski [C]plPL
Verified booking
family_with_children
Standard Room
Stayed in Nov 28, 2025

"Good"

6.0
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KeikojpJP
Verified booking
extended_group
Standard Room
Stayed in Nov 27, 2025

"Good"

4.0

テカポ湖のすぐそばで立地が良かった! 部屋にヒーターがあった事

キッチンに水道が1つしかない キッチンペーパーがない 全体的に綺麗ではない シャワーのお湯が出ず、水で洗髪などをした

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ChristinanzNZ
Verified booking
family_with_children
Standard Room
Stayed in Nov 27, 2025

"Very Good"

7.0
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JordynnzNZ
Verified booking
couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Nov 22, 2025

"Good"

4.0
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AlexandrefrFR
Verified booking
solo_traveller
Standard Room
Stayed in Nov 7, 2025

"Exceptional"

10.0
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G
GordonnzNZ
Verified booking
couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Nov 6, 2025

"Exceptional"

10.0

Best Location

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shokojpJP
Verified booking
couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Nov 5, 2025

"低料金な宿で、観光に対しては足りてます。"

8.0

買い物と湖に近くて便利です。

分かりにくい建物で、見つかる時間がかかってしまった。

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DanielieIE
Verified booking
couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Nov 3, 2025

"Great location, sub-par accommodation."

3.0

Proximity to Lake Tekapo

Room was quite untidy with fans and heaters left at random around the room with their chords across the floor. Room had been freshly painted and smelled very strongly of paint. No towels, bedside lights. Tried two of the showers, one had no water pressure and the other was not held in place properly. Overall the property could be improved with some easy fixes.

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