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Bella Vista Motel Dunedin

4.0 star property
Eco-certified motel in Dunedin with free parking

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Enjoy a peaceful retreat on this balcony with a round table, potted plant, and comfortable chair.
Cozy retreat with a single bed, kitchenette, and dining area, featuring a flat-screen TV, microwave, and refrigerator.
Welcome to our hotel, where guests can check in at the reception desk.
Guests can enjoy a serene entrance with a beautifully maintained hedge and a charming door with a window above.
Modern kitchen with microwave, stainless steel sink, and compact refrigerator, adjacent to a bathroom with a toilet and glass shower enclosure.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AU$158
includes taxes & fees
20 July - 21 July

Explore the area

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

Room options

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Studio

Studio

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room, 1 Bedroom

Standard Room, 1 Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Fridge
Dining table
TV
Separate bedroom
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Superior Studio

Superior Studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the area

Dunedin

At Bella Vista Motel Dunedin you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of University of Otago and Dunedin Botanic Garden. Highlights at this eco-friendly motel include free in-room WiFi. .This pet-friendly motel offers free WiFi in public areas, a garden and barbecues. Added amenities include a snack bar/deli and laundry facilities. Continental breakfast is available daily between 7 AM and 9:30 AM. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Sights within a 20-minute walk of this 4-property class North Dunedin motel include Otago Museum and Olveston.
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What's nearby

  • University of Otago - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Dunedin Botanic Garden - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • The Octagon - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Forsyth Barr Stadium - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Dunedin Town Hall - 2 min drive - 1.9 km

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

Eco-certified motel in Dunedin with free parking
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 a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board. Satellite televisions are provided. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and microwaves. Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries.

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

Awards and affiliations

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

Languages

English

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  • Breakfast included
  • Free WiFi
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  • Parking available
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The price is AU$182
includes taxes & fees
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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

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

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

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

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

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

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with satellite channels

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

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2 per cent 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 cots (infant beds)!

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 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

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 all 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

What is the cancellation policy at Bella Vista Motel Dunedin?

Bella Vista Motel Dunedin offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

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

As of 15 July 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bella Vista Motel Dunedin on 20 July 2025 start from AU$158.05, including 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.

Is parking available at Bella Vista Motel Dunedin?

Yep, Bella Vista Motel Dunedin has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Bella Vista Motel Dunedin?

The closest beach to Bella Vista Motel Dunedin is St. Clair Beach (5.5 km).

Is Bella Vista Motel Dunedin family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities and a BBQ, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Bella Vista Motel Dunedin is a hit with families.

Does Bella Vista Motel Dunedin serve breakfast?

Yeah, continental brekkie is offered daily from 7 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Bella Vista Motel Dunedin?

No, Bella Vista Motel Dunedin does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Bella Vista Motel Dunedin?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Bella Vista Motel Dunedin Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 97 out of 213 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 76 out of 213 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 26 out of 213 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 213 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 213 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

Barbara

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Lovely warm, bright, comfortable and clean unit. Good to have some cooking facilities. Studio unit is quite small but that’s what we expected
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

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

Travelled 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

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

10/10 Excellent

Maxine

Travelled 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

Travelled 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

Travelled 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 traveller
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 traveller

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

Travelled 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