Peppers Bluewater Resort - Lake Tekapo
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4.5-star resort set on the shores of Lake Tekapo with views of the Southern Alps
Accommodation
Peppers Bluewater Resort offers 142 Hotel, One, Two and Three Bedroom Luxury Villas. Each villa provides lake and mountain views, with many featuring private balconies. The villas are designed for different group sizes, from couples to large families.
Dining
Rakinui Restaurant & Bar is the on-site dining venue overlooking Lake Tekapo. The restaurant operates under a farm-to-table philosophy, sourcing ingredients from local producers. Breakfast, lunch, and à la carte dinner are served daily, with a room service menu also available.
Location & Scenery
The resort sits in the Mackenzie Country, a 10-minute walk from the Church of the Good Shepherd. The area is recognized as an International Dark Sky Reserve, offering star gazing opportunities. Views from the property look directly across Lake Tekapo to the Southern Alps, with Mount Cook National Park a 35-minute drive away.
Activities
Guests can access Ohau Ski Field within a 35-minute drive from Peppers Bluewater. Other outdoor activities include horseback riding, hiking, fishing, golf, and cycling. The resort is also near Tekapo Springs and Mount John Observatory, both popular for relaxation and astronomy.
Corporate & Events
The hotel offers meeting and banquet facilities for corporate events and conferences. The grounds and villas are suitable for intimate gatherings or larger group retreats. Concierge service and tour desk assistance are available to organize itineraries for corporate groups.
- Location: Mackenzie Country, 10 min walk to Church of the Good Shepherd
- Rooms: 142 villas with lake and mountain views
- Dining: Rakinui Restaurant & Bar with farm-to-table menu
- Activities: Star gazing at Dark Sky Reserve, skiing at Ohau
- Corporate: Conference facilities for events and retreats
Rooms and availability
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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:1 Double bed
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Max:3 persons
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Bed options:1 King Size Bed
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Max:5 persons
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Bed options:1 Queen Size Bed2 Single beds
Facilities
Main facilities
Off-site parking lot
24-hour reception
24-hour security
Children's menu
Cribs
Hiking
Cycling
Fishing
Golf course
Sports & Fitness
- Skiing
- Hiking
- Cycling
- Golf course
- Fishing
Services
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Welcome drink
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Packed lunches
- Special diet menus
Business
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cribs
- Children's menu
Spa & Leisure
- Garden area
Room view
- Lake view
- Mountain view
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Soundproofed rooms
- Sitting area
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Dining table
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Washing machine
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
- Dryer
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Essential information about Peppers Bluewater Resort
| 💵 Lowest room price | 133 US$ |
| 📏 Distance to center | 100 yd |
| ✈️ Distance to airport | 60.9 mi |
| 🧳 Nearest airport | Richard Pearse, TIU |
Location
- City landmarks
- Nearby
- Restaurants
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