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Our top choices for Pukaki hostels

A building with a glass door, wooden shutters, and a covered outdoor seating area with picnic tables.

1. Lakes Edge Lodge

Lakes Edge Lodge
1.0 star property
Lake Tekapo
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (37 reviews)
"Clean room and great location,"
Australia
Marites
The price is SAR 212
SAR 247 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Oct - 24 Oct
Lakes Edge Lodge
A modern room with large windows offering a view of a lake and mountains. There are two sofas and a wicker chair.

2. Haka House Lake Tekapo

Haka House Lake Tekapo
5.0 star property
Lake Tekapo
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (453 reviews)
"Lovely hostel in the middle of Tekapo with stunning views of the lake. Clean room, very comfortable and convenient."
United Kingdom
Katie
The price is SAR 549
SAR 642 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
Haka House Lake Tekapo
A golf course with a flag, a person standing, and another person sitting on the grass.

3. Tailor Made Tekapo - Hostel

Tailor Made Tekapo - Hostel
2.0 star property
Lake Tekapo
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (160 reviews)
"Convenient location to the main downtown area in Lake Tekapo. Otherwise, not too much room and bathroom was pretty small. Just another place to sleep for the night."
United States
Allison
The price is SAR 378
SAR 436 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Oct - 17 Oct
Tailor Made Tekapo - Hostel
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Top Pukaki Hotel Reviews

High Country Motel and Backpackers

High Country Motel and Backpackers

8/10 Good
"The room is smaller than it looks in the photos. All other facilities work well, except the Wi‑Fi signal is quite weak."
WANLU 1-night trip
Posted 7 hours ago
High Country Motel and Backpackers

Frequently asked questions

What are the best hostels in Pukaki?
Our customers like these accommodations in the surrounding area, and they may have budget-friendly prices: Pukaki Air Lodge - 3.8 mi (6.2 km) from the heart of Pukaki. Located within a 5-minute walk of Lake Tekapo. Guests can enjoy free parking, tour assistance, and laundry facilities at this motel. Lakestone Lodge - 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from the heart of Pukaki. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and tour assistance at this motel. Lakes Edge Lodge - 20.7 mi (33.2 km) from the heart of Pukaki. Guests can enjoy free parking, laundry facilities, and barbecue grills at this motel. The Godley Hotel - 21 mi (33.9 km) from the heart of Pukaki. You can take advantage of free parking, tour assistance, and laundry facilities at this motel. Lakes Edge Holiday Park - 20.7 mi (33.3 km) from the heart of Pukaki. You can take advantage of free WiFi and free parking at this motel.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Pukaki?
The weather is important when you want to venture out and explore, so here's some information that may be helpful: The hottest months are usually February and January with an average temp of 45°F, while the coldest months are July and August with an average of 27°F. The rainiest months in Pukaki are May, September, December, and July, with each month seeing an average of 14 inches of rainfall.
What is there to see and do in Pukaki?
Depending on your interests, you might like to check out the area around Pukaki. Get out into nature with places like Lake Pukaki, Lake Ruataniwha, and Lake Benmore. Locals like to shop at Twizel Town Centre. Additional attractions include Lake Pukaki Information Center, Lake Ohau, and NZ Alpine Lavender.