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Bella Vista Motel Oamaru

4.0 star property
Motel with free parking, near Alps 2 Ocean Cycle Trail

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Superior Studio (charges may applied for twin beds) | Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes
Front of property
Property grounds
One Bedroom Family Unit | Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes
Fitness facility

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Gym
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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206 Thames Street, Oamaru, 9400
  • Place, Steampunk HQ
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Alps 2 Ocean Cycle Trail
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Oamaru Harbour
    ‪16 min walk‬

Room options

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One Bedroom Family Unit | Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

One Bedroom Family Unit

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 398 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 King Bed

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Superior Studio (charges may applied for twin beds) | Property amenity

Superior Studio (charges may applied for twin beds)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Compact Queen Studio | Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Compact Queen Studio

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Triple Room | Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Superior Triple Room

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Oamaru

Bella Vista Motel Oamaru places you within a 15-minute stroll of popular sights such as Alps 2 Ocean Cycle Trail and Steam Train. This 18-room, 4-star motel has conveniences like a 24-hour gym, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Whitestone Cheese Factory - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Steampunk HQ - 12 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Alps 2 Ocean Cycle Trail - 12 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Oamaru Gardens - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Oamaru Harbour - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Dunedin (DUD-Dunedin Intl.) - 107 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Whitestone Cheese Diner & Deli - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Indian Kitchen Restaurant - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Harbour St Bakery - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Fat Sally's Pub and Restaurant - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Bella Vista Motel Oamaru

Motel with free parking, near Alps 2 Ocean Cycle Trail
Guests of Bella Vista Motel Oamaru enjoy features like a 24-hour gym, free WiFi in public areas, and express check-in. If you plan to drive, free parking is available. The front desk has multilingual staff that can help with luggage storage, dry cleaning/laundry, and tours or tickets. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers an off-leash area. Additional amenities include express check-out, a terrace, and laundry facilities.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 40-inch flat-screen TVs with satellite channels. Beds are dressed in premium bedding and bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Other amenities include microwaves, espresso makers, and phones.
Recreational amenities at the motel include a 24-hour health club.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: NZD 20 to 30 for adults and NZD 20 to 20 for children

Things to do

  • 24-hour health club
  • Books
  • Games

Family friendly

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Toaster

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in fee for check-in between 8:00 PM and midnight
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 3.55 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 8:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for NZD 25 per pet, per stay
  • Dogs and cats only
  • Pets may not be left unsupervised
  • An off-leash area is available
  • Certain rooms only
  • Guests can request a pet-friendly room by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 30.0 per day
  • Cribs/infant beds are available for NZD 30.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately NZD 20 to 30 for adults, and NZD 20 to 20 for children
  • Pet fee: NZD 25 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-in fee for check-in between 8:00 PM and midnight
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 30.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 30.0 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3.55 percent

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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, debit card, or cash deposit 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, debit cards, and cash
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and window guards
  • Check-in: 2 PM—-8:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours, and checking in and out are easy with express services. Driving? This property offers free parking, along with a car charging station.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and window guards.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Bella Vista Motel Oamaru
Bella Vista Oamaru
Motel Oamaru
Oamaru Motel
Bella Vista Motel Oamaru Motel
Bella Vista Motel Oamaru Oamaru
Bella Vista Motel Oamaru Motel Oamaru

Frequently asked questions

What can I see around Bella Vista Motel Oamaru?

This motel in Oamaru is within a 10-minute walk of North Otago Museum, Whitestone Cheese Factory, and National Bank. You'll also find Steampunk HQ and Oamaru Victorian Heritage Precinct less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at Bella Vista Motel Oamaru?

Yes, uncovered self parking is offered for free at the motel. Electric car charging is also available for guests.

Does Bella Vista Motel Oamaru have a casino?

No, Bella Vista Motel Oamaru doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Bella Vista Motel Oamaru?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

What do couples enjoy most about Bella Vista Motel Oamaru?

Couples staying at this motel will appreciate amenities like premium bedding and an espresso maker as well as a 24-hour health club.

Are there hot tubs at Bella Vista Motel Oamaru?

No, but this motel offers jetted bathtubs in some guestrooms.

Does Bella Vista Motel Oamaru have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Bella Vista Motel Oamaru offers continental breakfast each morning for a surcharge though there is no restaurant.

Will Bella Vista Motel Oamaru allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, cats and dogs are welcome at Bella Vista Motel Oamaru for a fee of NZD 25 per pet, per stay. The property also provides an off-leash area.

Are there connecting rooms at Bella Vista Motel Oamaru?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this motel.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Bella Vista Motel Oamaru?

No, at Bella Vista Motel Oamaru, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.

Bella Vista Motel Oamaru Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 173 out of 375 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 143 out of 375 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 43 out of 375 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 375 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 375 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Michael

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location, convenient to restaurants - we came here to stay for the Blue Penguins viewing with family.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Tanya

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Doing construction so extremely loud workers and music nearly all day, would of been nice to have notice of this before we arrived
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Michele

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tayla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pam

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness
Sorry to say our room did not meet the motel's name 'bella vista' because our view was hardly attractive (room 7)
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Donna

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Handy onsite parking and close proximity to food outlets with a short drive to the historical end of Oamaru. Room was very noisy at night as not double glazed and a lot of truck noisy made sleep hard,
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Was a miserable day so unable to take advantage of the good position of mot
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Adam

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean, functional accommodation; well placed in central Oamaru. Main road is a bit noisy, plus having McDonalds next door (and KFC across the corner). Efficient & friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Kathryn and Kirk

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Convenient to what we needed in Oamaru.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Audrey

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
handy to town centre
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Les

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Marilyn

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean & tidy very quiet, staff were good, property needed a tidy up. But it suited us & we would stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hao, Scottsdale

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Friendly
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Madhu

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Plenty of space in the room and parking spot next to the room.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Mandy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Neat and tidy motel with nice staff. Nothing fancy but Oamaru is well worth visiting.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Jacqui

Traveled with group
Disliked: Room comfort

Disappointed

We have been on holiday 3 weeks and have stayed in a couple of Bella Vista motels so we were disappointed with a few things. Could not pay at property. Paid over the phone, no choice to use EFT-POS and charged $5 to pay on credit card. Room was very small-had to put bags in bathroom. Needs some Exit Mould on silicone seals in shower. Charges $30 per hour for early or late check in. No cooking facilities- this is a motel not a hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

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