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Bella Vista Motel Dunedin

4.0 star property
4-star eco-certified motel near University of Otago

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Interior
Standard Room, 1 Bedroom | Bathroom | Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Standard Room, 1 Bedroom | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, toaster
Superior Studio | 1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

Map
704 Great King St, Dunedin, Otago, 9001
  • University of Otago
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Forsyth Barr Stadium
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • The Octagon
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Dunedin (DUD-Dunedin Intl.)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Room options

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Studio | 1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Studio

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room, 1 Bedroom | 1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 398 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Superior Studio | 1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Superior Studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Dunedin

North Dunedin stay.Within a 10-minute walk of this North Dunedin motel, you'll find University of Otago and Dunedin Botanic Garden. Also, Otago Museum is within half a mile (1 km) and Olveston is within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • University of Otago - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Dunedin Botanic Garden - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Forsyth Barr Stadium - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • The Octagon - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Speight's Brewery - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

  • Dunedin Railway Station - 3 min drive
  • Dunedin (DUD-Dunedin Intl.) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Eureka Bar & Cafe - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪St David Cafe - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Flying Squid - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Ombrellos Cafe & Bar - ‬13 min walk

About this property

Bella Vista Motel Dunedin

4-star eco-certified motel near University of Otago
There's a snack bar/deli on site. Public spaces have free WiFi. Barbecue grills, a vending machine, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the eco-certified Bella Vista Motel Dunedin. Self parking is free.

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

  • 1 building
  • 16 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Deli
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Smoking in designated areas
Bella Vista Motel Dunedin offers 16 accommodations with hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. Satellite television is provided. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: NZD 8 to 16 for adults and NZD 8 to 16 for children
  • Snack bar/deli

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open Monday - Friday (7:00 AM - 9:00 PM) and Saturday - Sunday (8:00 AM - 9:00 PM)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk, key retrieval

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

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 8.00 to 16.00 for adults, and NZD 8.00 to 16.00 for children
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 percent

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

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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector, a security system, and window guards
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Union Pay, Eurocard, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector, a security system, and window guards in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Bella Vista Motel Dunedin to the airport?

Bella Vista Motel Dunedin is 18.9 mi (27-min drive) away from the Dunedin (DUD-Dunedin Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Bella Vista Motel Dunedin have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Bella Vista Motel Dunedin.

How close is Bella Vista Motel Dunedin to the beach?

This motel is 3.8 mi (13-min drive) from St. Clair Beach and 5 mi (10-min drive) from Tomahak Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Bella Vista Motel Dunedin offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t offered at Bella Vista Motel Dunedin, but continental breakfast is offered for a fee of between NZD 8.00 and 16.00 for adults, NZD 8.00 and 16.00 for children. It's available every day from 7 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Bella Vista Motel Dunedin?

No, there is no casino at this motel, but Grand Casino (4-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Bella Vista Motel Dunedin?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Bella Vista Motel Dunedin?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Bella Vista Motel Dunedin have a pool?

Bella Vista Motel Dunedin does not have a pool.

Does Bella Vista Motel Dunedin have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Bella Vista Motel Dunedin to downtown Dunedin?

Bella Vista Motel Dunedin is 1.1 mi away from Dunedin.

Bella Vista Motel Dunedin Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 96 out of 212 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 76 out of 212 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 26 out of 212 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 212 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 212 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very good service, and loveable carpark guard 🐕.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jana

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

4/10 Poor

Pip

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very warm and friendly and allow pets.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle, Bellingham

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great central motel with easy access to the University of Otago and some eateries.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Welcoming staff and ex service
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Bed was very comfortable room was very clean
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Betsy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Thanks for a wonderful stay!! Nice people!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jesús

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

Excelent visit for rest!

Our best option to stay with our dogs, very kind staff and comfortable room. Closer to different food options! A+++
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My stay was comfortable an relaxing
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tatiana

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ross

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good place friendly staff and dog
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Russell

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maxine

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly, convenient, quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sheila

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

Just what we wanted. Idea location and friendly.

We stayed for 2 nights to explore Dunedin.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The unit was spacious and clean, and it was handy to everything. Lots of places to eat within walking distance.

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

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

Pet friendly (so grateful)

Being pet friendly made our stay in Dunedin so pleasant. The hosts were so obliging and helpful. Will definately be staying again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

chris

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
kitchen tap was loose, no conditioner in bathroom, toilet paper must have been the cheapest possible.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022

6/10 Okay

Dean

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

A

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

Warm and comfortable

BellaVista chain always a reliable go-to. Smallish room, clean and comfortable. Warm welcome from Mac the Terrier.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jill

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly clean comfortable warm
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A very convenient venue for our party at Umbrellos. Appreciated having our taxi ordered for us. Had trouble connecting to wifi
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great accommodation. Friendly, clean and welcoming. Our kids loved the friendly doggy.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We phoned ahead as were going to arrive late. Had heater turned on for us and offered milk for the fridge. Were no issues. Tidy, clean, comfortable and warm. Just what we needed.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021