Peppers Bluewater Resort Lake Tekapo  

In Lake Tekapo, this 4.5-star aparthotel puts you close to the region’s big draws. It’s within a 15-minute walk of the Church of the Good Shepherd and the Sheepdog Statue, and a short hop from the Dark Sky Project, Mount John Lookout, Tekapo Springs and Lake Tekapo. Christchurch International Airport is about 223.6 km away.

Choose from 142 air-conditioned aparthotel rooms with refrigerators, flat-screen TVs, coffee/tea makers and ironing facilities. Bathrooms have showers, complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Rooms open to garden views and straightforward, modern comforts.

Complimentary wireless internet and concierge services keep things easy. Take in the views from the garden, and tap into wedding services and a reception hall for special events. Free self-parking is available onsite.

A business center, a meeting room and 1,356 sq ft (126 sq m) of conference space make this aparthotel event-ready. There’s a 24-hour front desk, luggage storage and onsite parking, plus Wi‑Fi throughout.

Rakinui Restaurant serves local cuisine and features a bar/lounge for relaxed evenings. Room service runs during limited hours, and full breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee.