Bella Vista Motel Oamaru

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$109

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From

$109

/ night

About this property

Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as a 24-hour health club or take in the view from a terrace and a garden. Additional features at this motel include complimentary wireless internet access, tour/ticket assistance, and a picnic...

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Non-Smoking Rooms
Valet Parking
Dry Cleaning
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Location

206 Thames Street, Oamaru, New Zealand

Whitestone Cheese Factory (0.3 miles)

North Otago Museum (0.4 miles)

Oamaru Hospital (0.5 miles)

Janet Frame House (0.5 miles)

Forrester Gallery (0.5 miles)

St Lukes Anglican Church (0.6 miles)

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Room options

Superior Triple Room

Room details

1 Queen Bed

and

1 Twin Bed

Sleeps 3

215 ft²

Heating

Wi-Fi (Free)

Microwave

Compact Queen Studio

Room details

1 Queen Bed

Sleeps 2

172 ft²

Heating

Wi-Fi (Free)

Kitchenette

Superior Studio (Charges May Applied For Twin Beds)

Room details

1 King Bed

2 Twin Beds

Sleeps 2

215 ft²

Heating

Wi-Fi (Free)

Kitchenette

One Bedroom Family Unit

Room details

1 King Bed

and

2 Twin Beds

Sleeps 4

398 ft²

Heating

Wi-Fi (Free)

Kitchen

Guest reviews of Bella Vista Motel Oamaru

8.1

Very good

Based on 447 verified reviews

Who stays here?

Business

Couple

65%

Family

17%

Group

Solo

What guests think

AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews

At Bella Vista Motel Oamaru, travellers frequently praise the central, handy location and friendly, helpful staff, while feedback on rooms is mixed, with several noting very small layouts or traffic noise, and others mentioning spacious, recently updated, comfortable studios.

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What guests think

Cleanliness is generally rated well, though a few guests reported issues such as damp smells, mould in showers, or insects. Onsite parking is easy, and some comments mention limited TV channels, limited in room amenities, or unexpected fees and payment restrictions. Best for short stopovers and simple stays.

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Facilities

Onsite parking is easy and handy, with some rooms having a space next to the door. Beyond parking, few facilities are mentioned in reviews.

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Jacqui

Mar 12, 2024

Stayed 1 night

We have been on holiday 3 weeks and have stayed in a couple of Bella Vista motels so we were disappointed with a few things. Could not pay at property. Paid over the phone, no choice to use EFT-POS and charged $5 to pay on credit card. Room was very small-had to put bags in bathroom. Needs some Exit Mould on silicone seals in shower. Charges $30 per hour for early or late check in. No cooking facilities- this is a motel not a hotel.

Marilyn

Feb 26, 2025

Stayed 1 night

The room was clean & tidy very quiet, staff were good, property needed a tidy up. But it suited us & we would stay there again.

Arron

Oct 16, 2025

Stayed 1 night

Easy parking, staff was ok. Room was small for superior tri

Tanya

Oct 5, 2025

Stayed 2 nights

Doing construction so extremely loud workers and music nearly all day, would of been nice to have notice of this before we arrived

Donna

Jul 10, 2025

Stayed 1 night

Handy onsite parking and close proximity to food outlets with a short drive to the historical end of Oamaru. Room was very noisy at night as not double glazed and a lot of truck noisy made sleep hard,

Patrick

Mar 10, 2024

Stayed 3 nights

Centre of town to restaurants,coffee shops, and to a few long walks to the old town and hilltops with great views. The property had most requirements for me, except the news channels on TV, as in bbc world news and the fox and cnn channels, and free movie channels.

Madhu

Nov 23, 2024

Stayed 1 night

Plenty of space in the room and parking spot next to the room.

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Cleanliness

Many guests describe rooms as clean and tidy, though a few report issues such as damp or mould smells, bathroom silicone needing attention, and occasional insects.

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Arline

Nov 16, 2025

Stayed 1 night

The room was very clean, staff very helpful and friendly. Location close to beach and other amenities.

Mandy

Apr 18, 2024

Stayed 1 night

Neat and tidy motel with nice staff. Nothing fancy but Oamaru is well worth visiting.

Jacqui

Mar 12, 2024

Stayed 1 night

Marilyn

Feb 26, 2025

Stayed 1 night

The room was clean & tidy very quiet, staff were good, property needed a tidy up. But it suited us & we would stay there again.

Adam

Jun 22, 2025

Stayed 2 nights

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

Pamela

May 12, 2025

Stayed 1 night

We found a couple little bugs but other than that everything was fine, the bed was not as comfy but it was pretty good for one night

Jeongran

Nov 11, 2022

Stayed 1 night

Clean and spacious sized room. Easy to find. As it's not the middle of the town, you need to walk a bit to access the town. Generally good place to stay as it's quite. The host also very friendly.

Ianne

Oct 14, 2025

Stayed 3 nights

Bella Vista is a friendly,clean,helpful & convenient place to stay in Oamaru

Scott

Dec 7, 2025

Stayed 1 night

The rooms were newly renovated, clean and comfortable.

Heidi

Jan 4, 2026

Stayed 1 night

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Rooms

Room quality varies: several reviews note very small or dated rooms and traffic noise, while others found studios spacious, recently renovated, and comfortable; views can be unremarkable.

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Yuming

Jan 25, 2024

Stayed 1 night

The room too small,it’s hard for two people cross to each other….not recommended

Kirsty

Apr 12, 2023

Stayed 1 night

We've stayed at a few Bella Vista's this was very pricey for a tiny room. Needs money spent on dates rooms for the price.

Philip

Apr 21, 2023

Stayed 1 night

Very small room and very much overpriced for what it is

Adam

Jun 22, 2025

Stayed 2 nights

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

Arron

Oct 16, 2025

Stayed 1 night

Easy parking, staff was ok. Room was small for superior tri

Kevin

Apr 16, 2023

Stayed 1 night

Room was spacious & comfortable. Good value for money.

David

Jul 27, 2025

Stayed 3 nights

Sorry to say our room did not meet the motel's name 'bella vista' because our view was hardly attractive (room 7)

Donna

Jul 10, 2025

Stayed 1 night

Scott

Dec 7, 2025

Stayed 1 night

The rooms were newly renovated, clean and comfortable.

Madhu

Nov 23, 2024

Stayed 1 night

Plenty of space in the room and parking spot next to the room.

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Service

Service is often described as friendly and helpful, with a few complaints about payment policies, fees, or lack of advance notice about construction.

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Nadine

Jul 27, 2023

Stayed 2 nights

Welcome Staff was excellent (Nancy was lovely)!! It was the perfect place for a ‘home’ base while we explored the area.

Arline

Nov 16, 2025

Stayed 1 night

The room was very clean, staff very helpful and friendly. Location close to beach and other amenities.

Jacqui

Mar 12, 2024

Stayed 1 night

Marilyn

Feb 26, 2025

Stayed 1 night

The room was clean & tidy very quiet, staff were good, property needed a tidy up. But it suited us & we would stay there again.

Sabine

Feb 8, 2023

Stayed 1 night

Friendly staff and the room was perfectly set.

Adam

Jun 22, 2025

Stayed 2 nights

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

Brian

Feb 17, 2025

Stayed 1 night

Friendly

Tanya

Oct 5, 2025

Stayed 2 nights

Doing construction so extremely loud workers and music nearly all day, would of been nice to have notice of this before we arrived

Ianne

Oct 14, 2025

Stayed 3 nights

Bella Vista is a friendly,clean,helpful & convenient place to stay in Oamaru

Rosemary

Oct 31, 2025

Stayed 2 nights

Location Perfect Friendly staff

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Location

Widely praised for being central or within walking distance of attractions, eateries, and amenities; some note it is not right in the middle but still accessible.

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Arline

Nov 16, 2025

Stayed 1 night

The room was very clean, staff very helpful and friendly. Location close to beach and other amenities.

Paul

May 9, 2025

Stayed 1 night

Convenient to what we needed in Oamaru.

Adam

Jun 22, 2025

Stayed 2 nights

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

Kristin

Oct 21, 2025

Stayed 1 night

Great property close to all local attractions and shopping.

Audrey

Apr 26, 2025

Stayed 1 night

handy to town centre

Donna

Jul 10, 2025

Stayed 1 night

Patrick

Mar 10, 2024

Stayed 3 nights

Jeongran

Nov 11, 2022

Stayed 1 night

Clean and spacious sized room. Easy to find. As it's not the middle of the town, you need to walk a bit to access the town. Generally good place to stay as it's quite. The host also very friendly.

Jennifer

Jun 27, 2025

Stayed 1 night

Was a miserable day so unable to take advantage of the good position of mot

Rosemary

Oct 31, 2025

Stayed 2 nights

Location Perfect Friendly staff

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Dining

Not enough information in reviews.

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Maria

Sep 9, 2026

Stayed 1 night

Clean comfortable premises, good for 1-2 nights but not a big space to move around in. Close to shops and eateries. Good parking. Helpful staff.

Eric

Jul 13, 2026

Stayed 5 nights

Room too small for the price paid. The shower pressure is over the top - almost blasts you out of the shower box!

Piki

May 8, 2026

Stayed 1 night

Great would definitely recommend

Ruth

Mar 20, 2026

Stayed 1 night

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.

Nick

Mar 2, 2026

Stayed 2 nights

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.

Property Policies

Check-in instructions

Everything you need to know for a smooth check-in.

Check-in

Check-out

From 14:00 to 20:00

Before 10:00

Good to know

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Optional extras

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FAQs about Bella Vista Motel Oamaru

Is parking available at the property?

Yes, free self-parking is available on-site. However, parking is limited.

Is breakfast offered at the hotel?

Yes, continental breakfasts are available daily from 8 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee of approximately NZD 20 to 30 for adults and NZD 20 for children.

Does the property allow pets?

Yes, pets are allowed in specific rooms only, with a pet fee of NZD 25 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

What are the standard check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 2:00 PM to 8:00 PM, and check-out is by 10:00 AM. Early check-in and late check-out are available for a fee, subject to availability.

What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?

The property offers limited wheelchair accessibility, including step-free entrances and accessible public areas.

Where is the property located in relation to key landmarks?

The property is located in Oamaru, within a 15-minute walk of the Alps 2 Ocean Cycle Trail and Steam Train. It is approximately 0.7 km from Steampunk HQ and 0.8 km from the Auto Museum.

What are the hotel's policies for guests staying with children?

Children are allowed at the property, and kids can stay for free up to a certain age, though specific age details are not provided.

What are the policies regarding extra beds and cribs?

Cribs are available for a fee of NZD 30 per day, and rollaway beds are also available for the same fee. Advance request is required for both.

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Prices for upcoming dates

November 2026

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
1	2	3 $158	4 $142	5 $115	6 $113	7 $117
8 $140	9 $114	10 $113	11 $171	12 $131	13 $182	14 $142
15 $119	16 $121	17 $130	18 $142	19 $152	20 $155	21 $167
22 $245	23 $196	24 $134	25 $146	26 $133	27 $127	28 $130
29 $133	30 $126

December 2026

Cheaper

Pricier

Average nightly price across deals, with taxes & fees.

Prices in USD for 2 guests, updated daily.

2026-11-02: NO DATA
2026-11-03: 158.25331108377077USD
2026-11-04: 141.96840435983276USD
2026-11-05: 114.80995834370422USD
2026-11-06: 113.3415472953186USD
2026-11-07: 116.70862339938355USD
2026-11-08: 139.70864454351806USD
2026-11-09: 114.4605765180664USD
2026-11-10: 112.83540678715515USD
2026-11-11: 170.64182290209962USD
2026-11-12: 131.31827308218385USD
2026-11-13: 182.47711196990969USD
2026-11-14: 141.96840435983276USD
2026-11-15: 118.95972657131958USD
2026-11-16: 121.24760767617798USD
2026-11-17: 129.71179965422058USD
2026-11-18: 142.01835507606506USD
2026-11-19: 152.07902350912477USD
2026-11-20: 155.44591179644775USD
2026-11-21: 167.21500399984743USD
2026-11-22: 244.65321264303589USD
2026-11-23: 195.84845172457887USD
2026-11-24: 133.55620347080995USD
2026-11-25: 146.45423649865722USD
2026-11-26: 133.03668528834535USD
2026-11-27: 126.5716488600464USD
2026-11-28: 129.69777315844726USD
2026-11-29: 133.04667372416688USD
2026-11-30: 126.00911210655212USD
2026-12-01: 129.61984628479004USD
2026-12-02: 136.97303393724061USD
2026-12-03: 134.68515283238222USD
2026-12-04: 141.70864526860046USD
2026-12-05: 141.70864526860046USD
2026-12-06: 131.31827308218385USD
2026-12-07: 132.99672300793458USD
2026-12-08: 136.23371894395447USD
2026-12-09: 138.11806724162292USD
2026-12-10: 136.08385825813295USD
2026-12-11: 135.80411375813293USD
2026-12-12: 267.66189043154907USD
2026-12-13: 130.4590712476654USD
2026-12-14: 137.4925521197052USD
2026-12-15: 132.1475096092377USD
2026-12-16: 131.08848783554077USD
2026-12-17: 134.46535602156067USD
2026-12-18: 132.99672300793458USD
2026-12-19: 135.2446332952576USD
2026-12-20: 135.2446332952576USD
2026-12-21: 135.66425004525757USD
2026-12-22: 141.85850595442201USD
2026-12-23: 136.08385825813295USD
2026-12-24: 153.67754887405397USD
2026-12-25: 156.4949365971985USD
2026-12-26: 153.76746187069702USD
2026-12-27: 202.5822112249756USD
2026-12-28: 169.47290272299196USD
2026-12-29: 158.8127830095215USD
2026-12-30: 146.7639633803711USD
2026-12-31: 148.4523846676941USD
2027-01-01: 203.5613169749756USD
2027-01-02: 143.17305240553284USD

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 8:00 PM. 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. Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.

Check-in must be done by someone who is at least 18 years old.

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

This property allows pets in specific rooms only (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section). Guests can request one of these rooms by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.

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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
		1 $130	2 $137	3 $135	4 $142	5 $142
6 $131	7 $133	8 $136	9 $138	10 $136	11 $136	12 $268
13 $130	14 $137	15 $132	16 $131	17 $134	18 $133	19 $135
20 $135	21 $136	22 $142	23 $136	24 $154	25 $156	26 $154
27 $203	28 $169	29 $159	30 $147	31 $148