Alpine Studio Coulson

Location: Just a 4-minute drive to the stargazing meetup spot. View: Open the balcony door and you're greeted with the stars and the Milky Way – the view is truly spectacular. Service: Fully self-check-in with a keypad lock; just enter the code and you're in. Three households share one large unit, but it's designed so everyone has their privacy. Amenities: All toiletries are provided, including a razor and comb, plus a powerful hairdryer. Disposable slippers are available, along with a 3-in-1 charging cable, TV, refrigerator, and a washer-dryer combo (laundry detergent included). They also provide cutlery, salt, and pepper. Nespresso capsule coffee and other hot drinks are also offered. The bed isn't overly soft, which is great for anyone with back issues! There's also a large Redmi TV, which made me guess the owner must be Chinese. The toilet is smart, with an automatically heated seat – so comfortable on a cold day, no more frozen backside! As a traveler, the hotel's facilities and the view are absolutely top-notch! Simply fantastic!

The room was very clean and had a huge Redmi smart TV with tons of channels. Parking was also super convenient, right on the street. It's really close to Lake Tekapo and the Church of the Good Shepherd, just a 5-minute drive. The only downside was that there wasn't a single shelf in the shower for shampoo or body wash.