2 Best Hotels in Mackenzie Country and Lake Tekapo, The Southern Alps and Fiordland

Newly built on the hill behind Tekapo township, Galaxy's architectural design celebrates Tekapo's beauty from sunrise to moonrise. During the day, panoramic windows in each room frame the stunning lake and mountain vistas. At night, the single bedroom suites have expansive skylights above the bed, offering unparalleled stargazing of the International Dark Sky Reserve. The warm and modern interior is a welcome respite from windy and exposed environment of the Mackenzie Basin.

A nice midrange alternative with good family-style facilities, this resort is in the center of town. The big Penthouse Suite is available if you're traveling with family, and studio-style rooms are also on offer if you are solo. Once settled in, it's a very short walk to the lakefront.