OAK SHORES

The group, which already has operations in Australia, Qatar, China, India and the United Arab Emirates, offers this collection of self-contained apartments and suites that provide comfortable units for singles, couples, families and groups. Lake Wakatipu is below and the interiors are warm and bright. A sauna and gym are available. Downtown is about a half-hour walk away. Each night's stay includes a continental breakfast. Discounts apply for members of the Oaks Discovery loyalty program.