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Peppers Bluewater Resort

Property class: 4.5

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A modern building with a large patio area, a mountain in the background, and a body of water in the foreground.
A hotel room with a large bed, two chairs, a small table, and a view of a lake and mountains.
A person at a table with a view of mountains and a body of water.
A modern hotel room with a large sliding glass door leading to a scenic view, a sofa, a chair, and a coffee table with a remote control and glasses on it.
A circular window view of a balcony with a chair, a table with a red item, and a scenic lake and hills in the background.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Outdoor Space
The current price is $162
$141 nightly
$162 total
Total with taxes and fees
Oct 22 - Oct 23

Explore the area

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

Room options

View all photos for Villa, 3 Bedrooms, Lake View

A modern living room with a grey sofa, striped armchairs, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a TV on a stand.

Villa, 3 Bedrooms, Lake View

  • Lake view
  • 1389 sq ft
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 7
  • 3 King Beds

View all photos for Villa, 3 Bedrooms, Mountain View

A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand with a lamp, and two framed landscape paintings on the wall.

Villa, 3 Bedrooms, Mountain View

  • Mountain view
  • 1389 sq ft
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 7
  • 3 King Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Room

A hotel room with a large bed, a chair, a nightstand, and a window with a view of a building and mountains.

Deluxe Room

  • Desert view
  • 237 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Room, Lake View

A hotel room with a large bed, a view of a lake, and a mountain in the distance.

Deluxe Room, Lake View

  • Lake view
  • 237 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Peppers Petite

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and a window with a view of mountains and a lake.

Peppers Petite

  • 151 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Suite, 1 Bedroom, Mountain View

A bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand with a lamp, and two landscape paintings on the wall.

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Mountain View

  • Mountain view
  • 624 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Villa, 1 Bedroom, Mountain View

A modern hotel room with a grey sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a large window offering a view of a body of water and distant mountains.

Villa, 1 Bedroom, Mountain View

  • Mountain view
  • 624 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 Bedroom, Lake View

A room with a large sliding glass door leading to a balcony with a view of a lake and mountains.

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Lake View

  • Lake view
  • 624 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Villa, 1 Bedroom, Lake View

A room with a balcony overlooking a lake and hills.

Villa, 1 Bedroom, Lake View

  • Lake view
  • 624 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Lake View

A modern hotel room with a large sliding glass door leading to a scenic view, a sofa, a chair, and a coffee table with a remote control and glasses on it.

Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Lake View

  • Lake view
  • 1152 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 King Beds

View all photos for Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Lake View

A modern hotel room with a dining area, a sofa set, and a large window with a view of mountains and a lake.

Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Lake View

  • Lake view
  • 1152 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 King Beds

View all photos for Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Mountain View

A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a view of a parking lot and hills.

Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Mountain View

  • Mountain view
  • 1152 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 King Beds

View all photos for Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Mountain View

A modern hotel room with a dining area, a sofa, and a view of the mountains.

Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Mountain View

  • Mountain view
  • 1152 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 King Beds

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About the neighborhood

Lake Tekapo

Located in Lake Tekapo, Peppers Bluewater Resort is a 2-minute walk from Lake Tekapo and 13 minutes by foot from Church of the Good Shepherd. .This luxury aparthotel is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Sheepdog Statue and 1 mi (1.6 km) from Tekapo Springs.
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What's nearby

  • Lake Tekapo - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Dark Sky Project - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Church of the Good Shepherd - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Sheepdog Statue - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Tekapo Springs - 6 min drive - 1.2 miles

Getting around

  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 164 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Greedy Cow - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Astro Cafe - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Jack Rabbit - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Kohan Japanese Cuisine - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪TLV Restaurant & Bar - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Peppers Bluewater Resort

Peppers Bluewater Resort offers 142 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries. This Lake Tekapo aparthotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Make yourself at home in one of the 142 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms feature showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and concierge services. Additional features at this aparthotel include wedding services and a reception hall.
Enjoy local cuisine at Rakinui Restaurant, a restaurant which features a bar/lounge, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Full breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include a business center, a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage. Planning an event in Lake Tekapo? This aparthotel has 1356 square feet (126 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and a meeting room. Free self parking is available onsite.
Full breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM.
Rakinui Restaurant - This restaurant specializes in local cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Downhill skiing nearby
  • Ski shuttle nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

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

Family friendly

  • Children stay free (see details)

Restaurants on site

  • Rakinui Restaurant

Food and drink

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

Dining

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: NZD 41 for adults and NZD 20.50 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Room service (limited hours)

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Rollaway/extra bed: NZD 53 per night

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Outdoor areas

  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities

Work spaces

  • 1,356 square feet of conference space
  • Business center
  • Meeting room

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

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

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • 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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 142 units
  • 3 floors
  • Connecting units available
  • Garden
  • Reception hall
  • Soundproofing

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 available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1.1 percent 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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
Cribs (infant beds) are available for NZD 10 per night

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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: approximately NZD 41 for adults and NZD 20.5 for children
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 10 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 53.0 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.1 percent

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm 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)

Property class

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

Property is 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

Peppers Bluewater Resort Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1451 out of 3417 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1074 out of 3417 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 496 out of 3417 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 277 out of 3417 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 119 out of 3417 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Great location and great rooms
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
This was a great location for visiting the Lake.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Excellent location, property well maintained, beautiful comfortable spacious place to be on a snowy wonderland weather
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
It definitely was a good stay and customer service was amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
The location was great and the breakfast at the hotel was fantastic. The room had a wonderful view of Lake Tekapo and was very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Good lake view, parking is convenient, well equipped kitchen, washing machine in the room, recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Spacious 2 bedroom in Lake Tekapo
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Reception staff were so accommodating and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
Friendly staff, great location.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Kate was very nice and helpful. We upgraded at the hotel to 2 bedrooms suite upon our check in due to additional number of guests. The price was reasonable and check in went smoothly. Great location with beautiful view.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
Great location & friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
great location clean friendly
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Best option in town. Rooms nice and clean, would recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Location, staff and room was amazing
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Excellent place in a fantastic location.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Large suite with full kitchen and cothes washer; dryer.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Comfortable bed, great location
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Lakeside hotel. Modern and clean.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very comfortable stay in a great location just opposite Lake Tekapo.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy
Lovely stay at a comfortable, spacious and clean hotel. Thoroughly enjoyed.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great location.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
The room was excellent, largae spaciou bathrom with bath, shower and twin basin. I booked a lake view and it was spectactular.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Place was amazing. Couldn’t complain
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
It has everything you need. Dedicated parking, spacious and clean. Breakfast is convenient but the food is so so.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very spacious room and great view over the lake
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026