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Bella Vista Motel Fox Glacier

4.0 star property
4-star eco-certified motel with free WiFi

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Relax in a serene hot tub area surrounded by wooden benches and lush greenery.
Enjoy meal preparation in this well-lit kitchen with a microwave and compact refrigerator.
Relax in this stylish room with a large bed, sofa, and armchair, plus a flat-screen TV and a window with curtains.
Experience the charm of Bella Vista Motel, situated amidst breathtaking mountain views.
Two single beds with white duvets and red accent pillows, a red armchair, and a small table.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

Map
55 Main Road SH6, Fox Glacier, 7859
  • Fox Glacier Glow Worm Forest
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Fox Glacier
  • Lake Matheson
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

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Twin Studio | Desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Twin Studio

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Compact Queen Studio | Desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Compact Queen Studio

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(18 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Queen Studio | View from room

Superior Queen Studio

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Apartment, 1 Bedroom

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Superior King Studio | Desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Superior King Studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Triple Studio | Desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Triple Studio

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

One-Bedroom Apartment

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Twin Studio

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Triple Studio

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Queen Bed

King Studio

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Compact Queen Studio

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Superior Queen Studio

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Fox Glacier

In Fox Glacier .You'll be within 6 miles (10 km) of Lake Matheson and 16 miles (25 km) of St James Anglican Church. Westcoast Wildlife Centre is within 16 miles (25 km) and Sentinel Rock is within 20 miles (32 km).
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What's nearby

  • Fox Glacier Glow Worm Forest - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Lake Matheson - 5 min drive - 3.6 miles
  • Peak Viewpoint - 16 min drive - 6.6 miles
  • Westcoast Wildlife Centre - 18 min drive - 15.6 miles
  • Glacier Hot Pools - 19 min drive - 15.9 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Matheson Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Cook Saddle Cafe & Saloon - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Betsey Jane Eatery & Bar - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪White Pub Cafe and Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Neve - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Bella Vista Motel Fox Glacier

4-star eco-certified motel with free WiFi
Bella Vista Motel Fox Glacier offers its guests barbecue grills, tour/ticket assistance, and a picnic area. Public spaces have free WiFi and wired Internet. The eco-certified Bella Vista Motel Fox Glacier also features laundry facilities, discounted use of a nearby fitness facility, and a front-desk safe. Self parking is free.

This 4-star Fox Glacier motel is smoke free.

  • 24 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
Bella Vista Motel Fox Glacier offers 24 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Televisions come with satellite channels.

This Fox Glacier motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; local and long-distance calls are complimentary (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include complimentary toiletries and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

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

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: NZD 18 for adults and NZD 18 for children

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2.0 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 7:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

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 18 for adults and NZD 18 for children
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.0 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 major credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
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 major credit cards, Visa, Mastercard, Union Pay, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector 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 Fox Glacier to the airport?

Bella Vista Motel Fox Glacier is 249.9 mi (327-min drive) away from the Christchurch International Airport (CHC) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

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

As of Jul 14, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bella Vista Motel Fox Glacier on Jul 15, 2025 start from $60.49, 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 Fox Glacier have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Bella Vista Motel Fox Glacier.

How close is Bella Vista Motel Fox Glacier to the beach?

This motel is 13.2 mi (36-min drive) from Gillespies Beach.

Does Bella Vista Motel Fox Glacier offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Bella Vista Motel Fox Glacier, but continental breakfast is offered for a fee of NZD 18 for adults and NZD 18 for children. It's available every day from 7:30 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a casino at Bella Vista Motel Fox Glacier?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at Bella Vista Motel Fox Glacier?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Bella Vista Motel Fox Glacier?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Bella Vista Motel Fox Glacier have a pool?

Bella Vista Motel Fox Glacier does not have a pool.

Does Bella Vista Motel Fox Glacier have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Bella Vista Motel Fox Glacier to downtown Fox Glacier?

Bella Vista Motel Fox Glacier is 4.1 mi away from Fox Glacier.

Bella Vista Motel Fox Glacier Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 285 out of 555 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 196 out of 555 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 57 out of 555 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 555 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 555 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

David

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

John

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location is great. I was a little upset because my description on Expedia said that I would have a microwave, but the room did not. It also said that breakfast was available for purchase. I was told that the descriptions are not necessarily correct in Expedia-they haven't offered breakfast for years, etc. There was a microwave in the laundry room for general use, but it would have been nice to have one in the room, which I specifically look for. The room also had a weird smell (like someone had smoked, but it was not strong) which I didn't notice once I was in the room for awhile. Bathroom was really nice!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hong

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Eric

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

Eric’s stay

This place is perfect for a one night stay in Fox Glacier. The lady at the front desk is helpful and friendly. The room is a bit compact but has everything you need. All clean and comfortable. Good value and great location.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Paula

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean & convenient. Friendly at Reception.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Not bad for the price but bed was uncomfortable and did like the fire siren going off at 7 in the morning!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

William Wah Yick

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This motel locates on main road and very convenient to sigthseeing locations, such as Lake Matheson and Fox Glacier viewpoint. Person at reception desk offers very detail tourist, dining and shopping information.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen, Jamboree Heights

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Manager and great location
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Melinda

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

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We only stayed one night, but it was very comfortable, easy to find, and the lady at reception was helpful
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room was spacious and well designed. The staff are fabulous; friendly and very helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff very helpful!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicola

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Comfy beds and nice pillows
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were knowledgeable and friendly. They had great suggestions for hikes and food choices!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The receptionist was lovely and helpful. The location meant we could walk.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Debra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The power went out in the am. We were not able to make coffee or oatmeal. Wr had the added expense of purchasing coffee and breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Dwayne

Liked: Amenities
Friendly staff, slept good, would stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tseryeu

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

8/10 Good

John

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent, met and surpassed our expectations. Karen was an excellent hostess! Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Karen gave us a very warm welcome and valuable tips for enjoying Fox and our onward journey. Brilliant!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Nicola

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is just showing it's age.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bruce, Santa Clarita

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Small room but clean and quiet desopite being on a main street
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025