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Alpine gateway to the stars

Lake Tekapo sits in New Zealand's South Island high country, where turquoise glacial waters meet some of the clearest night skies on Earth. The Aoraki Mackenzie International Dark Sky Reserve makes this alpine village one of the world's premier stargazing destinations. The Church of the Good Shepherd, built in 1935 from local stone, frames the Southern Alps through its altar window in a view synonymous with New Zealand's natural beauty. Strict lighting controls preserve the darkness that allows the Milky Way to stretch brilliantly overhead.

Dining and mountain experiences

The village offers refined dining for its remote location, with restaurants like Kohan showcasing local King Salmon and TLV providing gourmet cuisine with lake views. Tekapo Springs combines relaxation with alpine scenery through tiered hot pools built to mirror the region's glacial lakes. The compact village center concentrates hotels and services within walking distance, while luxury holiday homes offer privacy with golf course access.

Exploring the region

Rental cars provide flexibility to explore properly, with Aoraki/Mount Cook National Park 75 minutes away and Lake Pukaki en route. The 3-hour drive from Christchurch or Queenstown airports positions Tekapo as an ideal stopover, transforming a long journey into an opportunity for world-class stargazing and alpine immersion.

Frequently Asked Questions about Lake Tekapo

Can I use my miles on Delta Stays to book hotels in Lake Tekapo?

Yes, you can book your hotel stay in Lake Tekapo using your Delta miles, either for the total amount or in combination with money to reserve your stay. Upon accessing your Delta SkyMiles® account, you will find Member-valued offers at participating properties that could enhance your visit.

What is the benefit of booking my Lake Tekapo hotel directly on Delta Stays?

SkyMiles Members can earn 2 miles per $1 spent on completed hotel stays and vacation rentals booked through Delta Stays, get access to Member offers at select properties, and can pay with miles, cash, or a combination of both. To ensure you earn your miles, simply sign in to your SkyMiles account or enter your SkyMiles number at checkout when paying with cash. Please allow up to 8 weeks after completing a stay for miles to appear in the SkyMiles account provided. Please also note that if you use miles to pay for any portion of your stay, you will not earn miles on that reservation, including any amount paid with cash.

Is it possible to change or cancel my hotel booking made through Delta Stays?

Cancellation policies vary by property. We suggest reviewing the cancellation policies displayed in the detailed information for each hotel before completing your reservation. Some rates are fully refundable while others are non-refundable. Any modifications or cancellations to your reservation may affect the mileage credits you earn and receive in your account.

Can I use my Delta SkyMiles® American Express® Card to book?

Your Delta SkyMiles® Gold, Platinum, or Reserve American Express® Card offers enhanced mileage earning potential along with a suite of benefits, including an annual statement credit up to $200 that can be utilized for prepaid accommodations when booking through Delta Cars and Stays. Terms apply. For an overview of all advantages associated with your card membership, please visit the Delta SkyMiles® American Express Credit Cards page where you can review complete benefit details.

Can I earn MQDs on Delta Stays hotel bookings?

From time to time, Delta Stays may present special opportunities for SkyMiles Members to earn Medallion® Qualification Dollars on their hotel and vacation rental bookings made through Delta Stays. We invite you to check the Delta Stays MQD Offer page regularly to view current MQD earning opportunities and examine the specific terms and conditions associated with these special offers.

Do I need to have a Delta SkyMiles account to book hotels on Delta Stays?

No, anyone can book hotels through Delta Stays. However, only SkyMiles Members can earn miles and access Member-only prices and offers. SkyMiles Members earn 2 miles per $1 spent on Delta Cars and Stays purchases (excluding taxes and additional fees). Enrollment in the SkyMiles program comes at no cost. Register today by going to the delta.com.

Can I book a vacation rental through Delta Stays?

Yes, Delta Stays offers a wide selection of vacation rentals in addition to hotels. You can browse through a variety of homes, condos, and unique lodging options powered by Vrbo on the Vacation Rentals page.

What hotels in Lake Tekapo have high ratings?

You will find 40 hotels in Lake Tekapo to choose from when you book on Delta Stays. Lake Tekapo Village Motel has a guest rating of 8.6 out of 10, and features free WiFi in each guestroom. Another top-rated hotel is Galaxy Boutique Hotel and guests love the free cooked-to-order breakfast. Grand Suites Lake Tekapo has a rating of 9.6 and this motel has free parking.

What's a good time of year to visit Lake Tekapo?

To experience Lake Tekapo during great weather, consider a visit in December when temperatures average 59°F and the skies are mostly sunny with the famous lupins in bloom. For off-peak prices and fewer crowds, consider visiting during March or April when temperatures reach a mild 50°F with pleasant conditions and lower accommodation rates.

What 4- and 5-star/luxury hotels can I find in Lake Tekapo?

Lake Tekapo is home to plenty of luxury hotels. At Ranginui at Lake Tekapo, you'll find a free full breakfast, proposal/romance packages, and a terrace. For luxury hotels in other destinations, visit the Luxury Stays page.

*Terms and conditions:

Mileage Offer:

SkyMiles Members will earn two (2) miles per US$1 or equivalent foreign currency spent at https://carsandstays.delta.com/Opens in a new window on the base hotel rate for a completed hotel stay. Base hotel rate is the cost of the hotel room, before taxes and fees, charged at the time of booking or upon checkout. Taxes and fees, gratuities, room service other booking charges, or any bookings which are paid or reduced by miles, redemption vouchers or discount codes are excluded from mileage credit. For clarity, if miles are used as a form of payment (whether for all or a portion of the booking), no portion of the booking will be eligible to earn miles under this offer. Except with respect to the Hertz Mileage offer (listed below), SkyMiles Members will earn two (2) miles per eligible US$1 or equivalent foreign currency spent at https://carsandstays.delta.com/Cars on the base car rental rate for a completed car qualifying rental booking (“Qualifying Dollars”). A qualifying rental booking includes rentals at a participating location for one or more days at rates other than travel industry rates or discounts, wholesale of tour package rates or discounts, wholesale tour package rates, insurance/dealer replacement rates, corporate and government rates, group travel discounts, or rentals in conjunction with a frequent flyer car award, or other corporate agreements applicable to the respective car company. Calculation of the applicable standard mileage offer is listed below by car rental company. Qualifying Dollars include the base car rental rate, which is the cost of the car rental before taxes and fees, charged at the time of booking. Taxes, fees, other incidental charges, or other booking charges or any bookings which are paid or reduced by redemption vouchers or discount codes are excluded from mileage credit and are not included in the Qualifying Dollars.

This mileage offer does not apply to stays or car rentals booked through Delta Vacations or any cruises booked through Delta Cruises.

Standard mileage offer for car rentals booked at https://www.delta.com/Opens in a new window or https://carsandstays.delta.com/Opens in a new window:

Hertz Reservations:

• General SkyMiles Members earn 4 miles per Qualifying Dollar

• Silver Medallions earn 5 miles per Qualifying Dollar

• Gold Medallions earn 6 miles per Qualifying Dollar

• Platinum Medallions earn 7 miles per Qualifying Dollar

• Diamond Medallions earn 8 miles per Qualifying Dollar

Dollar and Thrifty Reservations:

• All SkyMiles Members earn 4 miles per Qualifying Dollar

Alamo, Enterprise, National, Avis, Budget, Payless and SIXT Reservations:

• All SkyMiles Members earn 2 miles per Qualifying Dollar