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Bella Vista Motel Oamaru

4.0 star property

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Aerobics facility
Front of property
One Bedroom Family Unit | Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains
Superior Triple Room | View from room
A motel with a red roof, a signboard, and a parking lot with cars.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Gym
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry room

Explore the area

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206 Thames Street, Oamaru, 9400
  • Place, Janet Frame House
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Steampunk HQ
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Oamaru Harbour
    ‪16 min walk‬

Room options

View all photos for One Bedroom Family Unit

A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, chair, desk, and a small kitchenette.

One Bedroom Family Unit

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Superior Studio (charges may applied for twin beds)

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a television, and a sliding glass door to the outside.

Superior Studio (charges may applied for twin beds)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

Compact Queen Studio

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

Superior Triple Room

  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Bella Vista Motel Oamaru

This motel features a 24-hour health club, dry cleaning and laundry facilities. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include express check-in, express check-out and tour/ticket assistance.
Bella Vista Motel Oamaru offers 18 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature espresso makers and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature premium bedding. 40-inch flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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.

During your stay at Bella Vista Motel Oamaru, you're just a quick walk from Whitestone Cheese Factory. Free WiFi in public areas, free self-parking and a 24-hour gym are available. Some of the pet-friendly amenities that this property offers include food and water bowls and an off-lead area.
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self-parking
  • Continental breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, tour or ticket assistance and luggage storage
  • On-site recreation includes a 24-hour gym
  • Within a 15-minute walk of Alps 2 Ocean Cycle Trail and Steam Train
  • Cats and dogs welcome for a fee (restrictions apply)
  • Pet-friendly amenities are available, including food and water bowls and an off-lead area
As a guest of Bella Vista Motel Oamaru, you'll find a 24-hour health club, a terrace, and barbecue grills. WiFi is free in public spaces. Multilingual staff, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at Bella Vista Motel Oamaru. Self parking is free. You'll have access to the health club at a partner property.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Oamaru motel.

For a fee, guests can enjoy a continental breakfast daily from 8 AM to 9:30 AM.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

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

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 8 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

  • Cot (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 lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Cot (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 per cent 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

  • Pets: NZD 25 per pet, per stay
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Food and water bowls and an off-lead area are available
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 30.0 per day.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for NZD 30.0 per day.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • 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 per cent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and window guards
The front desk at this property is open daily from 8 AM - 8:00 PM.
To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property at least 24 hours prior to arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests arriving after 10:00 AM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in information and key retrieval information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property class

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

Property is also known as

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Bella Vista Motel Oamaru Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 176 out of 380 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 143 out of 380 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 44 out of 380 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 380 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 380 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Michael

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
Verified

8/10 Good

Kristin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property close to all local attractions and shopping.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rosemary

Location Perfect Friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good parking Easy access to town
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The rooms were newly renovated, clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Arline

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean, staff very helpful and friendly. Location close to beach and other amenities.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert

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

10/10 Excellent

Ruth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
There was shops across the road and nextdoor. Staff were really nice and accomodating as we arrived very early. Parking was right at the door and no problem with space.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ianne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bella Vista is a friendly,clean,helpful & convenient place to stay in Oamaru
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

4/10 Poor

Nick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pretty average motel, despite the price. The "Superior " room was small, dark,and down at heel, with a view of parked cars. On the positive side it was quiet at night, and the bed comfortable. It is well situated for the tourist centre of town.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Vickie

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hao

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

10/10 Excellent

Sabine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and the room was perfectly set.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Arron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Easy parking, staff was ok. Room was small for superior tri
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Mandy

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Val

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice well appointed studio for short stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nadine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Welcome Staff was excellent (Nancy was lovely)!! It was the perfect place for a ‘home’ base while we explored the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Audrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
handy to town centre
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Paul

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

8/10 Good

Marilyn

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
Verified

8/10 Good

Adam

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Madhu

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
Verified

8/10 Good

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was spacious & comfortable. Good value for money.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to take a break whilst on a long drive thru the South. Conveniently located next to MacDonalds. Great for our kids and dog. The proprietor has a very friendly son.
Verified

8/10 Good

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Pleasant enough

Only stayed one night and we had everything we needed. Pleasant enough room.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024