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Peppers Bluewater Resort

Luxury aparthotel with 24-hour front desk and restaurant

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Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is NZ$240
includes taxes & fees
27 Aug - 28 Aug

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State Highway 8, Lake Tekapo, 7945
  • Dark Sky Project
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Church of the Good Shepherd
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Tekapo Springs
    ‪20 min walk‬

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Room (Hotel)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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One Bedroom Mountain View Suite

  • 58 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • 1 bathroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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One Bedroom Mountain View Villa

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 58 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • 1 bathroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Villa, 1 Bedroom, Lake View

  • 58 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • 1 bathroom
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Deluxe Lake View Hotel Room

  • 22 sq m
  • Studio
  • 1 bathroom
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Deluxe Hotel Room

  • 22 sq m
  • Studio
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Two Bedroom Mountain View Suite

  • 107 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 1 bathroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 King Beds OR 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

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One Bedroom Lake View Suite

  • 58 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • 1 bathroom
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Three Bedroom Lake View Villa

  • 156 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • 2 bathrooms
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 7
  • 3 King Beds OR 6 Single Beds

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Two Bedroom Lake View Suite

  • 107 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 1 bathroom
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 King Beds OR 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Two Bedroom Mountain View Villa

  • 107 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 1 bathroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 King Beds OR 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Three Bedroom Mountain View Villa

  • 156 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 7
  • 3 King Beds OR 6 Single Beds

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Two Bedroom Lake View Villa

  • 107 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 1 bathroom
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 King Beds OR 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

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About the area

Lake Tekapo

Lake Tekapo is home to Peppers Bluewater Resort. Church of the Good Shepherd and Sheepdog Statue are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Tekapo and Lake Pukaki. Tekapo Springs and Mount John Observatory are two other places to visit that come recommended. Kayaking, rafting and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby.

What's nearby

  • Dark Sky Project - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Church of the Good Shepherd - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Sheepdog Statue - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Tekapo Springs - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Mount John Observatory - 19 min drive - 9.8 km

Getting around

  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 164 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dark Sky Project - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Mackenzie's Stonegrill - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Kohan Restaurant - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Jack Rabbit - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Reflections Cafe & Restaurant - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Peppers Bluewater Resort

Luxury aparthotel with 24-hour front desk and restaurant
A restaurant, a bar/lounge and a business centre are available at this smoke-free aparthotel. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include conference space, concierge services and laundry facilities. Each apartment provides a fridge and a coffee/tea maker, plus free WiFi and a flat-screen TV with cable channels. Additional amenities include room service, a hairdryer and a shower.
Peppers Bluewater Resort offers 142 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries. This Lake Tekapo aparthotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.

Amenities

Parking included
Free WiFi
Restaurant
Air conditioning
Laundry
Outdoor space

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1.1 per cent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Please note king beds are provided unless separate twin beds are requested prior to check-in. Surcharge applies for requests after check-in.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 5 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 53.0 per night.
Cots (infant beds) are available for NZD 10.0 per night

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: NZD 200.00 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: from approximately NZD 41 for adults and from NZD 20.5 for children
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 10.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 53.0 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.1 per cent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is professionally cleaned
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

National rating

Rating provided by Qualmark®, source of official star ratings for accommodation in New Zealand.

Frequently asked questions

Is Peppers Bluewater Resort pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Peppers Bluewater Resort?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Peppers Bluewater Resort?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Peppers Bluewater Resort?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is Peppers Bluewater Resort located?

Situated in Lake Tekapo, this luxury aparthotel is within a 15-minute walk of Church of the Good Shepherd and Sheepdog Statue. Tekapo Springs and Lake Tekapo are also within 1 mi (2 km).

Peppers Bluewater Resort Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 8 - Good. 1022 out of 3164 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 451 out of 3164 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 253 out of 3164 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 107 out of 3164 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

8.4/10

Communication

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Excellent location.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Joe

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Good option for an overnight stay
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sonja

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Reception super friendly and offered local restaurant choices which were amazing as the hotel restaurant was booked out with a tour group the night we stayed.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful room, beds were very comfortable. Staff was lovely. Close to restaurants, easy walk. Beautiful views
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Gordon

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Convenient for the local restaurants and shops and a nice position close to Lake Tekapo a beautiful environment.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Campbell

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
The breakfast buffet was the best of the dozen hotels was stayed at during our 18 day trip to Australia & New Zealand.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Ellie

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Nice property that was comfortable and close to Lake Tekapo.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
It was what I wanted, just a good bed and shower
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very convenient for local attractions
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Noretta

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Overall enjoy our stay, exceed my expectation.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Kimberley

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Very nice room and stay but the standard rooms are very small
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
Nice trip!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rick

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Wonderful suit and very comfy bed. Breakfast was comprehensive and lovely too
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Robert

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, communication
The parking was good. However, our room was a little small and musty. Great location and the breakfast buffet was very good.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Yashan Zarir

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The staff at this hotel are really wonderful and they also have a wonderful restroom
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great location.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Great View!

We stayed in Lake View room. Stunning view. Everything nearby is walkable
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sue

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great modern property with easy walking distance to the village. We had a Lakeview which was sensational.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danny

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Our eoom was very spacious. View right across from the lake. Clean room, comfortable bed. I would definitely stay here again! My wife refused to leave until our last minute. She wanted to enjoy every second until the end.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberley

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful place to stay with comfortable bedding and amenities. The restaurant food was incredible! Would highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Ronald

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our check-in host, Marion, was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheung Ming

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Front desk staff are very friendly
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chanhung

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

ALVIN

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The villa was comfortable and convenient.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025