Bella Vista Motel Oamaru

4.0 star property
4-star motel near Alps 2 Ocean Cycle Trail

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Superior Studio (charges may applied for twin beds) | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace
One Bedroom Family Unit | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace
Property grounds
Front of property
Fitness facility

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Pet friendly
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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206 Thames Street, Oamaru, 9400
  • Place, Whitestone Cheese Factory
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Steampunk HQ
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Oamaru Harbour
    ‪16 min walk‬

Room options

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

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

Compact Queen Studio

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

Superior Triple Room

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

About the neighborhood

Oamaru

In entertainment district.Within a 15-minute walk of the motel, you'll find Alps 2 Ocean Cycle Trail and Steam Train. Steampunk HQ and Auto Museum are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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 Harbour - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony - 4 min drive - 1.6 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 - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Bella Vista Motel Oamaru

4-star motel near Alps 2 Ocean Cycle Trail
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.

  • 18 guestrooms or units
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
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 hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. 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.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

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

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

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

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)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

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

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

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
  • An off-leash area is 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.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for NZD 30.0 per day.

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 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 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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, 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, debit cards, and cash. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and window guards in each accommodation.

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).

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 Oamaru to the airport?

Bella Vista Motel Oamaru is 87.4 mi (107-min drive) away from the Dunedin (DUD-Dunedin Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Bella Vista Motel Oamaru?

As of Nov 26, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bella Vista Motel Oamaru on Nov 30, 2025 start from $87.55, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Bella Vista Motel Oamaru have an airport shuttle?

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

How close is Bella Vista Motel Oamaru to the beach?

This motel is 2.5 mi (6-min drive) from Bushy Beach and 11.5 mi (22-min drive) from Te Hakapureirei Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Bella Vista Motel Oamaru offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t offered at Bella Vista Motel Oamaru, but continental breakfast is offered for a fee of between NZD 20 and 30 for adults, NZD 20 and 20 for children. It's available every day from 8 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Bella Vista Motel Oamaru?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

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

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. A fee applies for early check-in.

Is there free parking at Bella Vista Motel Oamaru?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Bella Vista Motel Oamaru have a pool?

Bella Vista Motel Oamaru does not have a pool.

Does Bella Vista Motel Oamaru have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Bella Vista Motel Oamaru to downtown Oamaru?

Bella Vista Motel Oamaru is 0.3 mi away from Oamaru.