Nestled near the Cairns Golf Course - Lake Tekapo, Tailor Made Tekapo - Hostel offers a serene escape. Tee off on the 9 holes of golf, relax in the garden or unwind on the sun-kissed terrace while enjoying free WiFi and multilingual staff.
The Cairns Golf Course - Lake Tekapo - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
Sheepdog Statue - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
Tekapo Springs - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
Getting around
Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 164 min drive
Restaurants
Greedy Cow - 7 min walk
Ramen Tekapo - 7 min walk
Dark Sky Project - 8 min walk
Better Batter - 10 min walk
Kohan Japanese Cuisine - 7 min walk
About this property
Tailor Made Tekapo - Hostel
At Tailor Made Tekapo - Hostel, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Tekapo Springs and Lake Tekapo. Guests can enjoy the outdoor tennis courts, and hiking/biking trails, kayaking, and mountain biking are nearby. A snack bar/deli, a terrace, and a garden are other highlights.
At a glance
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Hotel size
16 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Express check-in/out available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 10 AM
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Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 9 AM - 11:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets allowed (dogs only, 2 total, up to 66 lbs per pet)*
Service animals welcome
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply*
Pets must be supervised
Food and water bowls and off-leash area available
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free onsite self parking
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Barbecue grills
Shared microwave
Shared refrigerator
Snack bar/deli
Traveling with children
Playground
Fireplace gate
What to do
Ski passes
Basketball
Bicycle rentals nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horse riding nearby
Kayaking nearby
Downhill skiing nearby
Skydiving nearby
Snowboarding nearby
Hot springs nearby
Fishing nearby
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Tour/ticket assistance
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Bike storage
Golf cart on site
Ski storage
Facilities
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
Communal living room
Adjacent to a golf course
Bicycle parking
2 outdoor tennis courts
Room amenities
Home comfort
Heating (climate-controlled)
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Shared kitchen access
More
LED light bulbs
Composting
Recycling
Fees & policies
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of NZD 15 per pet, per stay
Policies
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, Union Pay
Also known as
Tailor Made Tekapo Backpackers Hostel
Tailor Made Backpackers Hostel
Tailor Made Backpackers
Tailor Made Tekapo Backpackers Hotstel
Tailor Made Tekapo
Tailor Made Tekapo Backpackers
Tailor Made Tekapo - Hostel Lake Tekapo
Tailor Made Tekapo Accommodation Guesthouse Hostel
Tailor Made Tekapo - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Frequently asked questions
Does Tailor Made Tekapo - Hostel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Tailor Made Tekapo - Hostel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Tailor Made Tekapo - Hostel?
Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total and maximum weight of 66 lbs per pet. There's a charge of NZD 15 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Dog exercise areas and food and water bowls are available. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
Is parking offered on site at Tailor Made Tekapo - Hostel?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Tailor Made Tekapo - Hostel?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 10 AM. Express check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Tailor Made Tekapo - Hostel and nearby?
Practice your swing on the tennis courts. Additional recreation onsite includes basketball. Enjoy amenities like a picnic area and a garden.
What's the area around Tailor Made Tekapo - Hostel like?
Tailor Made Tekapo - Hostel is a short 8-minute walk from Dark Sky Project and 14 minutes' walk from Church of the Good Shepherd.
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Reviews
Tailor Made Tekapo - Hostel Reviews
8.8
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9.0
Cleanliness
9.0
Location
8.8
Staff & service
9.0
Eco-friendliness
8.2
Property conditions & facilities
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Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 15, 2025
Beautiful spot. Lovely people.
Christine
Christine, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Apr 25, 2025
Great spot. Had everything we needed.
Raewyn
Raewyn, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 2, 2025
Great hostel feel. Comfy warm rooms. Nice kitchen lounge building. Easy check in and out.
Derek
Derek, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 30, 2025
Very easy check-in and check-out. Well equipped kitched, instant hot waterav 24h available or coffee or tea. Close to the town center.
Yao
Yao, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Sep 25, 2024
Good place close to the Tekapo lake and they have a good kitchen to make your food and also, they had washrooms and toilets close to the room rather than holiday parks so that's a good advantage.
Miyuru
Miyuru, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 18, 2025
Easy check in/out, good communication, clean and comfortable room and bathroom. Could do with a mirror in the room.
Rosie
Rosie, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 15, 2025
Loved the pets
michael
michael, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 18, 2023
Loved staying here, its a shame it was only one night, all areas are clean and tidy, kitchen is fully equipped, there are common warm areas and even some furry friends
Sasha
Sasha, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 1, 2024
As a back packers accom it suited us down to the ground.
Elaine
Elaine, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 4, 2023
Very clean and well equipped
Nicki
Nicki, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 18, 2023
This property is well located near Lake Tekapo and the nearby shops, and it has a well equipped kitchen with tennis courts near by
Sam
Sam, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
Aug 12, 2023
Lake Tekapo stay
It was ok for a short stay. Would have been better if the kitchen was in the same building.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 23, 2023
Fantastic little find.
Very easy check-in. Great location, very peaceful and quiet. Community lounge & kind then fantastic. Room great, beds really comfortable. Garden is just amazing, expecially loved the little red toadstools in the grass.
Deborah
Deborah, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Sep 4, 2023
Had a wonderful experience. However could smell the toilets a little bit while entering the room.
Rest everything was perfect
Amritpal
Amritpal, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Feb 8, 2023
We had the cabin on its own with private bathroom for one night and it suited us perfectly! Comfortable beds and opposite the shared kitchen which was very handy. Moved our bench temporarily to the small private garden for breakfast in the sun. Easy walk to the church and shops Highly Recommended if you like good budget overnight stay.
Susan
Susan, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Oct 31, 2023
Compared of the price I paid, I think it was good. The location is excellent. The room is spacious, the commons kitchen was great. Only the shared shower appeared old and not clean. So I decided not shower that night because I had showered in the morning , and I am going to have a private shower the coming night.
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D, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 1, 2022
The place to stay in Lake Tekapo
The kitchen and utensils, common room, bathrooms and toilets were always immaculate. There are heaters located in rooms and bathrooms for comfort during the winter months and also a fireplace in the common lounge room. Rooms have nice, new looking carpet, comfortable beds and a hairdryer for your convenience. Also has parking on site which is a bonus.
Always a warm and friendly greeting from the staff. Honestly one of the best hostels I stayed at during my visit to the South Island. Thank you to Xin Lei and the staff at Tailor Made for making my stay so pleasant. Will definitely recommend to friends and family.
William
William, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 23, 2023
It is self service. If you have issue you won’t know who to look for.