Bella Vista Motel Nelson

4.0 star property
Suburban motel in Nelson with free parking

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Twin/Triple Studio | Bathroom
Property grounds
Children's play area - outdoor
BBQ/picnic area
Exterior

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry
The current price is NZ$165
includes taxes & fees
3 July - 4 July

Explore the area

Map
178 Tahunanui Drive, Nelson, 7011
  • World of Wearable Art and Collectable Cars
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Nelson Hospital
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Trafalgar Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Nelson (NSN)
    ‪3 min drive‬

Room options

One Bedroom Family Unit

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 37 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

Compact Queen Studio

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 16 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Twin/Triple Studio

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Superior King Studio

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Nelson

At Bella Vista Motel Nelson you'll be within a 20-minute stroll of Burrell Park and Natureland Zoo. Highlights at this eco-friendly motel include in-room free WiFi and LCD TVs. .Enjoy access to bike hire and a playground. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. Each morning continental breakfast is served between 8 AM and 10 AM. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Sights within a 20-minute walk of this 4-property class Tahunanui motel include World of Wearable Art and Collectable Cars and Nelson Golf Links.

What's nearby

  • Natureland Zoo - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • World of Wearable Art and Collectable Cars - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Tahunanui Beach Reserve - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Nelson Hospital - 5 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Trafalgar Park - 6 min drive - 4.4 km

Getting around

  • Nelson (NSN) - 4 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪McCashin's Brewery - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Greenmeadows Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Squires Pub & Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Sublime Coffee Nelson Airport - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Bella Vista Motel Nelson

Suburban motel in Nelson with free parking
As a guest of Bella Vista Motel Nelson, you'll find a terrace, barbecue grills, and tour/ticket assistance. WiFi is free in public spaces. The eco-certified Bella Vista Motel Nelson also features a garden, a picnic area, and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Nelson motel.

  • 1 building
  • 18 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 2000
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
Bella Vista Motel Nelson offers 18 accommodations with DVD players and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature premium bedding. 32-inch LCD televisions come with premium satellite channels. Fridges and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include a shower, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. 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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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 8 AM to 10 AM for a fee: NZD 17 for adults and NZD 17 for children

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Cot (surcharge)
  • DVD player
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

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

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 2000
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Cot (surcharge)
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with premium satellite channels
  • DVD player

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toaster

More

  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: NZD 50.00

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 3.3 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; 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 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 1 year old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for NZD 10.0 per stay.

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: from approximately NZD 17 for adults and from NZD 17 for children
  • Late check-out fee: NZD 50.00 (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 10.0 per stay
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3.3 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 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 Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • One child aged 1 year old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

National rating

Rating provided by Qualmark®, source of official star ratings for accommodation in New Zealand.

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Bella Vista Motel Nelson Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 103 out of 199 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 83 out of 199 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 199 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 199 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 199 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jana

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The extra little service like using the window vac on my frosted car without being asked. So kind and friendly 😊
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Food location
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Claire

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Nice staffs
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The unit we stayed in was very clean and compact. Could have done with air conditioning or lighter bed linen as was very hot at night
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Murray

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jackie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
clean and tidy, friendly welcoming staff
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tyra

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We’ve stayed at Bella Vista before and each time the experience has been great! The owners are incredibly kind and welcoming which honestly made our stay even better. It’s rare to come across such genuine hospitality and it’s the main reason we keep coming back. The rooms are always clean and comfortable, and the location is super convenient. Highly recommend staying here if you’re looking for a place with great service and friendly hosts!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cameron

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Doug

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

10/10 Excellent

Bryan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
No fuss. Easy to get to. Good value
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Like 2 years ago, the manager immediately offered to carry our suitcases up to our room. We are in our eighties and would have had serious problems with that. He did the same for carrying them down when we left! GREAT SERVICE 👍!!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

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

10/10 Excellent

Keith

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

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Unfortunately bed was very hard so did not get much sleep. Everything else was fine.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yanming

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Warm-hearted staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly hosts
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Manager and his wife were extremely helpful, carried our bags to our upstairs room, had good knowledge of the area. Really enjoyed our stay in Nelson
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Glenda

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed in the Compact Queen Studio which was very comfortable, clean and well equipped. Excellent value for money.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beverley

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location and staff. Friendly and very helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice and helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter

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

Highly recommended

Can't speak highly enough of Bella Vista Motel. The owners were exceptionally welcoming, friendly and helpful. The rooms were great and the location perfect for our trip. I'd very happily stay there again
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, clean, tidy unit, nothing was a bother. There wasn't anything I didn't like and will stay there again sometime.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Bridget

Thanks for the room
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

REBECCA

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024