Galaxy Boutique Hotel

3.5 star property
3.5-star hotel near Tekapo Springs

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Relax in a serene hotel room with a bathtub, a glass of wine, and a comfortable bed.
Enjoy a peaceful night in with a view of the starry sky and the Milky Way from the comfort of this serene room.
Couples can enjoy breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains and water from this balcony.
Experience the hotel's unique blend of architecture and natural surroundings.
Enjoy a room with a large window offering a view of the starry night sky and distant landscape.

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

Map
53 Darchiac Dr, Lake Tekapo, Canterbury, 7999
  • Dark Sky Project
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Church of the Good Shepherd
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Tekapo Springs
    ‪20 min walk‬

Room options

Deluxe Double Room, Lake View

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(50 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Lake View

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 53 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Accessible

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 53 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

About the area

Lake Tekapo

In Lake Tekapo .You'll find The Cairns Golf Course - Lake Tekapo and Dark Sky Project within a 15-minute walk of this Lake Tekapo hotel. Cowans Hill Walkway and Maclaren Footbridge are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • The Cairns Golf Course - Lake Tekapo - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Dark Sky Project - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Church of the Good Shepherd - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Sheepdog Statue - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Tekapo Springs - 20 min walk - 1.7 km

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

3.5-star hotel near Tekapo Springs
There's a snack bar/deli on site. Free breakfast is served daily. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. The business-friendly Galaxy Boutique Hotel also features tour/ticket assistance, a fireplace in the lobby, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Self parking is free.

This 3.5-star Lake Tekapo hotel is smoke free.

  • 15 guestrooms or units
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Computer for guest use
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
Galaxy Boutique Hotel offers 15 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and bathrobes. 43-inch Smart televisions come with satellite channels.

Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. This Lake Tekapo hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English

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Property amenities

Family friendly

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

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

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 43-inch smart TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

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 will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with 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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

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

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

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

Property is also known as

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

Galaxy Boutique Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 283 out of 365 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 63 out of 365 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 365 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 365 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 365 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Robert, Cocoa Beach

Travelled with partner
The location and view were amazing. We had a free breakfast delivered to our room every day and the food was fantastic. The star viewing skylight was good, but just keep in mind that you can’t see the stars as well if the moon is full, which it was when we were there. Also, this skylight tended to ice up a bit which affected the view of the stars.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, attentive and friendly. Room was clean and everything included as advertised. Highly recommend to others.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

10/10 Excellent

Aileen, San Mateo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
beautiful rooms, comfortable and clean
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hweiwen

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

beyond expectation

Everything is more than we have hoped for. Perfect inside out !
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shariq

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

Superb

Very friendly and hard working staff. Just outstanding.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tsui

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
the hotel is very well organized and communication is prompt and effective. Room is very comfortable , spacious and the bathroom is clean with separate shower and bathtub. complimentary breakfast is good and with variable choices. you can choose to eat at the lobby breakfast area or deliver to the room. the only comment is that the highlighted sky window for viewing the stars doesn’t serve the purpose. you can hardly see the stars. I would rather to have a patio than this.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donella, Otaki

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect during our visit for the Dark Sky experience. Newly built with a lovely bathroom.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pedro

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very unique hotel in a unique environment. Easy walk to downtown Lake Tekapo. Upstairs rooms have a skylight - that was a first. In a place known for low light pollution, it was fun to "sleep under the stars." Terrific experience!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Outstanding hospitality and cleanliness. I gave a 4 on facilities only because the wear and tear of so many guests has damaged some walls....just need some paint touch ups. Otherwise I highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Rooms with beautiful views of the lake. Skylight to see the stars. Breakfast delivered to the room. Staff was very friendly and the rooms were very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

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

Lovely experience!

Room was unique and lovely! The skylight provided a view of the stars. Breakfast was custom made and delicious! Hosts were very accommodating. Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ross

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

10/10 Excellent

Howard

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

Hojo

Entire experience was superb!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Service team are great and a really nice comfortable room that seems all very new. Housekeeping also very good 😊
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

SHAIVALKUMAR

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sierra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely STUNNING room!! And fantastic service. I’ve worked in luxury hotels for 17 years, and for a remote boutique hotel, this was superb!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Kate

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff were great and made our stay very memorable, thanks so much. The hotel was lovely but a bit tired around the edges.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ramsey

Travelled 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

Travelled 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

Travelled 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

Travelled 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