Peppers Bluewater Resort

4.5 star property
Luxury aparthotel with restaurant, near Church of the Good Shepherd
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
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Property grounds
One Bedroom Mountain View Villa
Two Bedroom Mountain View Suite | Living area
One Bedroom Lake View Suite | Living area

Reviews

8.2 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free parking
  • Refrigerator
Main amenities
  • 142 smoke-free apartments
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • Room service
  • Business centre
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Front desk safe
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Conference space
Feel at home
  • Children stay free
  • Fridge
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
The price is AU$259
includes taxes & fees
13 Jan - 14 Jan 2025

Room options

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Room (Hotel)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 15 sq m
  • Studio
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

One Bedroom Mountain View Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
Washing machine
  • 58 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

One Bedroom Mountain View Villa

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
Fridge
Dining table
Dishwasher
  • 58 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • 1 bathroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

Villa, 1 Bedroom, Lake View

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
Fridge
Dining table
  • 58 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • 1 bathroom
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

Deluxe Lake View Hotel Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 22 sq m
  • Studio
  • 1 bathroom
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

Deluxe Hotel Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 22 sq m
  • Studio
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

Two Bedroom Mountain View Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
  • 107 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 1 bathroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 King Beds OR 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

One Bedroom Lake View Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
Washing machine
  • 58 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • 1 bathroom
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

Three Bedroom Lake View Villa

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
Fridge
  • 156 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • 2 bathrooms
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 7
  • 3 King Beds OR 6 Single Beds

Two Bedroom Lake View Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
  • 107 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 1 bathroom
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 King Beds OR 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

Two Bedroom Mountain View Villa

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
Fridge
Dining table
  • 107 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 1 bathroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 King Beds OR 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

Three Bedroom Mountain View Villa

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
Fridge
  • 156 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 7
  • 3 King Beds OR 6 Single Beds

Two Bedroom Lake View Villa

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
Fridge
Dining table
  • 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

Map
State Highway 8, Lake Tekapo, 7945

What's nearby

  • Dark Sky Project - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Church of the Good Shepherd - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Sheepdog Statue - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Tekapo Springs - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Mount John Observatory - 19 min drive - 8.9 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

Peppers Bluewater Resort puts you a short five-minute drive from Lake Tekapo. For a bite to eat, guests can visit Rakinui Restaurant, which serves local cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. A bar/lounge and a garden are other highlights, and apartments offer flat-screen TVs and fridges. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff and location.

Languages

Chinese (Cantonese), Chinese (Mandarin), English, Estonian, Hindi, Japanese

At a glance

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
  • Minimum check-in age – 18
  • Check-out time is 10 AM
  • Contactless check-out

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions

Special check-in instructions

  • The property charges 1.1 per cent for credit card payments
  • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
  • For more details, 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.

Required at check-in

  • Credit card required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

  • Children (5 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding

Pets

  • Pets not allowed
  • Service animals welcome

Property amenities

Ski

  • Snowboarding and downhill skiing nearby
  • Ski shuttle nearby

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self-parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • On-site parking includes off-street options
  • Ski shuttle nearby

Family friendly

  • Children stay for free (see details)

Restaurants on site

  • Rakinui Restaurant

Food and drink

  • Fridge
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Freezer

Dining

  • Full breakfast available for a fee daily 7:00 AM–10:00 AM: NZD 39 for adults and NZD 19.50 for children
  • 1 restaurant
  • 1 bar
  • Room service available

Bedrooms

  • Bed sheets provided
  • Rollaway/extra beds: NZD 53.0 per night

Bathrooms

  • Shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable service

Outdoor areas

  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities

Work spaces

  • 1 meeting room
  • Business centre
  • Conference space (1356 square feet)

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Soundproofing
  • Step-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible (with limits)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Luggage storage
  • Blackout curtains
  • Safe at front desk
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Wedding services

Location highlights

  • Near the bay
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Rafting nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 142 rooms
  • 3 floors
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms avaliable

Special features

Dining

Rakinui Restaurant – This restaurant specialises in local cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.

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.

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit: NZD 200.00 per stay

Optional extras

  • Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately NZD 39 for adults and NZD 19.50 for children
  • Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 1.1 per cent

Children & extra beds

  • Cots/infant beds are available for NZD 10.0 per night
  • Rollaway beds are available for NZD 53.0 per night

Policies

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms. These are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
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 welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
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.

Also known as

Peppers Bluewater
Peppers Bluewater Lake Tekapo
Peppers Bluewater Resort
Peppers Bluewater Resort Lake Tekapo
Peppers Resort
Hotel Peppers Bluewater
Peppers Bluewater Hotel Lake Tekapo
Peppers Bluewater Lake Tekapo
Peppers Bluewater Resort Aparthotel
Peppers Bluewater Resort Lake Tekapo
Peppers Bluewater Resort Aparthotel Lake Tekapo

Frequently asked questions

Does Peppers Bluewater Resort offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Peppers Bluewater Resort 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 that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Peppers Bluewater Resort?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Peppers Bluewater Resort?
Yes, there's free self parking. On-site parking includes off-street options.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Peppers Bluewater Resort?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 10 AM. Contactless check-out is available.
What is there to do at Peppers Bluewater Resort and nearby?
During the winter, enjoy nearby recreation such as downhill skiing and snowboarding, and return when the snow melts for hiking and kayaking. Peppers Bluewater Resort also has a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Peppers Bluewater Resort?
Yes, Rakinui Restaurant offers local cuisine.
What's the area around Peppers Bluewater Resort like?
Peppers Bluewater Resort is a short 13-minute walk from Church of the Good Shepherd and 19 minutes' walk from Tekapo Springs. Travellers love the aparthotel's prime location.

Peppers Bluewater Resort Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Comfortable stay, great view, convenient location.
Very spacious and nicely decorated and furnished apartment facing lake. Apart from a faulty aircond in the living area, everything was good. Friendly staff. Convenient location. Popular food stalls in mobile vans right across the road.
LISA, 2-night family trip
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8/10 Very good

1 night stay
Bed was too big for the room. Could have done with a double bed instead of a king and provided a chair. Otherwise was comfortable but a little pricey.
DEREK, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Moonseok, 1-night trip
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4/10 Fair

Find a different place to stay in Tekapo
Poor, overpriced option in Tekapo. Do not recommend. Cramped rooms and poor service from front desk staff.
Jayanth, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

2-night family trip
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4/10 Fair

Unfinished cell-like room but good shower.
Sadly our room was pretty much like a cell. Virtually no natural light, (a tiny window that required curtain to be kept shut cos faced all the cars parking) and the wall was painted with an under-coat but not completed. You do not expect the room to be mid renovation when you are not getting a discounted price. Seriously! I must say the shower is wonderful though.
Emily, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very comfortable, great location. In unit laundry was very convenient.
Gregory, 1-night family trip
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8/10 Very good

Very small rooms
This is a beautiful resort next to a stunning lake. The downfall is that their regular hotel rooms are about the size of a king bed, and they are furnished with king beds, so there is absolutely NO room to maneuver. We joked that you had to step outside to change your mind. The property was in the process of updating their rooms, so there was a delay for our room. They comped us some drinks while we waited. Unfortunately, our room still smelled like new paint and we had to ask for another room. There was some issues with getting a new room, but we did. Same size, but no smell. We attempted to do laundry and even after 3 sessions in the dryer, our clothes were no where near dry, had to iron, blow dry, hang, and hope. It's a beautiful resort, and Aaron Ivory took great care of us, but they do still have some work to do.
David, 1-night trip with friends
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6/10 Good

Good location, great food, poor room
The food and location of the property was excellent, massive shoutout and thanks to Aaron for making the extra effort in the kitchen! When arriving in the room however, there was quite a bit of dirt and hair that wasn’t cleaned, additionally the saftey bar attaching the latch was not secure at all
1-night trip
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6/10 Good

Great location, just average experience.
The location is lovely, but for a resort like this the experience was poor. Arrived an hour after checkin time and our room was still not ready, and then when trying to get some cutlery to our room, was told this couldn't be done - I'd have to come to the restaurant and pick it up myself. Not an easy feat for someone with a knee injury.
Maria, 1-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Guillaume, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good

Room was very small. The bathroom floor was freezing.
Margaret, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Small and cosy hotel room
This is a small space with comfortable beds. We were lucky for snowfall overnight which made the stay very enjoyable,
Carolyn, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very nice hotel
yue, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Victoria, 2-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Bernie, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

It was a good experience overall. The room was and the bed was comfortable, though it was not fully sound proof as we can hear the people from upstairs and the other unit.
1-night trip
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6/10 Good

The room smelled like chemicals, then I found a can of bug spray in the cupboard and realized that it is what the room smelled like. Not an environment I wanted to sleep in. My TV wasn't working and I had to get someone to come fix it which took about 20 minutes. My meal at the restaurant was pretty bad. After a long day, I was looking forward to a decent meal and was quite disappointed.
Alexandra, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Dinah, 1-night family trip
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8/10 Very good

Very tidy and modern place to stay. Friendly staff at reception and its open 24 hour's. Note the smallest room was very very small and had no chair or table unfortunately which you couldn't tell when booking.
Trent, 1-night business trip
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8/10 Very good

Jeffrey, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

9-night trip
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2/10 Poor

Not good
Kirankumar, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Good room - comfortable big king bed, lovely shower. Room was small and wifi was spotty. But nice for a one night stay. The hotel rooms are very small for the tariff and any more than 1 night, I would recommend a larger room. But pleasant staff, easy checkin and quiet location.
Suzanne, 1-night romance trip
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2/10 Poor

Mr
Worst resort ever. Room is poorly maintain, heater loud like an engine.
Yi, 1-night trip
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