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Bella Vista Motel Dunedin

4.0 star property
An eco-friendly retreat near University of Otago where guests can enjoy garden surroundings, grab snacks at the bar/deli, or use the BBQ facilities

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Bella Vista Motel Dunedin offers a peaceful setting with beautiful gardens, just minutes from the University of Otago. Enjoy a convenient bar/deli for snacks, practical amenities like laundry services and luggage storage, plus reliable high-speed WiFi throughout your stay.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry room
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$161
includes taxes & fees
1 Apr - 2 Apr

Room options

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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
Blackout curtains
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Studio

Studio

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

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

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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
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
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About the area

North Dunedin, a neighbourhood in Dunedin, is home to Bella Vista Motel Dunedin. Orokonui Ecosanctuary and Natures Wonders Naturally reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Dunedin Botanic Garden and Otago Museum. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Forsyth Barr Stadium or Edgar Centre. Visit our Dunedin travel guide
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704 Great King St, Dunedin, Otago, 9001

What's nearby

  • Our wee #Hogwarts here in #Dunedin. All we need are wands and school robes, then magic is for real.
    University of Otago
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Dunedin Botanic Garden featuring flowers
    Dunedin Botanic Garden
    5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Otago Museum
    Otago Museum
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • The Octagon showing a statue or sculpture, a church or cathedral and an administrative buidling
    The Octagon
    20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Forsyth Barr Stadium
    3 min drive - 2.9 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Staff Club
    9 min walk
  • Ombrellos
    13 min walk
  • The Good Earth Cafe
    6 min walk
  • Night 'n Day
    6 min walk
  • The Maharajas
    1 min walk

About this property

Bella Vista Motel Dunedin

Upscale motel located in North Dunedin
At Bella Vista Motel Dunedin, you can look forward to a garden, dry cleaning/laundry services and a snack bar/deli. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self-parking
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), a vending machine and luggage storage
  • Laundry services, tour/ticket information and barbecues
Room features
All guest rooms at Bella Vista Motel Dunedin boast comforts, such as laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • 32-inch TVs with satellite channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, fridges and microwaves

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

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

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

  • In-room 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk, key retrieval

Pets

Pets stay for free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Free cots are available on request at the property

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • 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

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

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 fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and window guards

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

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

Is Bella Vista Motel Dunedin pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

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

As of 12 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bella Vista Motel Dunedin on 1 Apr 2026 start from AU$161, 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.

How much is parking at Bella Vista Motel Dunedin?

Self-parking is free at this property.

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

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

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

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is Bella Vista Motel Dunedin located?

Located in North Dunedin, this motel is within a 10-minute walk of University of Otago, Dunedin Botanic Garden and Otago Museum. Olveston and Hocken Library are also within 1 mile (2 km). Dunedin Railway Station is 24 minutes by foot.

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Reviews

Bella Vista Motel Dunedin Reviews

8.4

Very good

9.0

Cleanliness

7.8

Location

8.4

Staff & service

8.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 100 out of 217 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 77 out of 217 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 26 out of 217 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 217 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 217 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, frendly, pet friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Olwyn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location for exploring the inner city. Clean room. Basic amenities. Friendly courteous staff. Would definitely seek to stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Owner was very helpful and knowledgeable of the surrounding area and where to visit.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Renata

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

Comfortable, clean and pet friendly! 😍

Very comfortable stay. The hosts are so kind and being pet friendly makes it even more special.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and knowledgeable of the local area
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

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

Ange

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was comfortable, Gary, Robin and Mak were very welcoming :}
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

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

Dene

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

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

Michael

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

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

Barbara

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

Kevin

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

10/10 Excellent

N

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ross

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

Betsy

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

10/10 Excellent

Maxine

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

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

Jennifer

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.

8/10 Good

Russell

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

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

chris

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

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Alles ok, sehr nett der Chef
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023