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Bella Vista Motel Kaikoura

4.0 star property
This tranquil Kaikoura retreat offers guests a peaceful natural setting where knowledgeable staff help craft perfect daily itineraries for exploring the area

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Located in central Kaikoura, Bella Vista Motel provides a peaceful garden setting for relaxation. Travelers can browse the on-site library for a good read or use the WiFi to plan adventures, while the attentive staff ensures a smooth, hassle-free stay.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry room
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
The current price is RM494
RM568 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Mar - 11 Mar

Room options

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Showing 4 of 4 rooms

View all photos for Superior Studio

In-room safe, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds

Superior Studio

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Studio, 1 Queen Bed

In-room safe, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds

Standard Studio, 1 Queen Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(20 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Family Suite, 1 Bedroom

In-room safe, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds

Family Suite, 1 Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Electric kettle
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Standard Triple Room, Mountain View

In-room safe, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds

Standard Triple Room, Mountain View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • Mountain view
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 1 Single Bed
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About the area

Kaikōura is home to Bella Vista Motel Kaikoura. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Kaikoura Beach and Peninsula Walkway, while Kaikoura Museum and Kaikoura District Museum are cultural highlights. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including whale watching. Visit our Kaikōura travel guide
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45-47 Churchill Street, Kaikoura, 7300

What's nearby

  • #lifeatexpedia
    Kaikoura Beach
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Peninsula Walkway which includes general coastal views, mountains and landscape views
    Peninsula Walkway
    4 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Kaikoura Museum
    10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Kaikoura District Museum
    11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Point Kean Seal Colony
    7 min drive - 4.3 km

Restaurants

  • The Whaler
    9 min walk
  • Kaikoura Seafood BBQ
    6 min drive
  • Why Not Cafe
    9 min walk
  • King Tide Eatery
    7 min walk
  • Tipsy Foodie's
    10 min walk

About this property

Bella Vista Motel Kaikoura

Upscale motel
Consider a stay at Bella Vista Motel Kaikoura and take advantage of a garden, a library and dry cleaning/laundry services. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this motel include:
  • Free self-parking
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), a local area shuttle and concierge services
  • A front desk safe, luggage storage and tour/ticket information
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at Bella Vista Motel Kaikoura have amenities, such as free WiFi, safes and sound-insulated walls.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
  • Fridges, toasters and electric kettles

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10 AM for a fee: NZD 15 per person

Things to do

  • Library

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

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

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

More

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1.5 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately NZD 15 per person
  • Rollaway beds are available for an additional fee
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.5 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 and a first aid kit

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

Bella Vista Motel Kaikoura
Bella Vista Kaikoura
Bella Vista Kaikoura Kaikoura
Bella Vista Motel Kaikoura Motel
Bella Vista Motel Kaikoura Kaikoura
Bella Vista Motel Kaikoura Motel Kaikoura

Frequently asked questions

Is Bella Vista Motel Kaikoura pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

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

As of 6 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bella Vista Motel Kaikoura on 10 Mar 2026 start from RM494, 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.

How much is parking at Bella Vista Motel Kaikoura?

Self-parking is free at this property.

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

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

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

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is Bella Vista Motel Kaikoura located?

Situated in Kaikōura, this motel is within a 15-minute walk of Kaikoura Beach, Kaikoura Museum and Kaikoura District Museum. Fyffe House and Peninsula Walkway are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Bella Vista Motel Kaikoura Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.4

Cleanliness

8.4

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 151 out of 318 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 123 out of 318 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 35 out of 318 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 318 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 318 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, walkable to restaurants
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Rex

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Needed a stopover; this was much more. Very nice set up, kind person at desk that asked if I needed milk, super clean, comfy and quiet room, great shower, WiFi and even a fan for us hot sleepers. Walk down the hill and all the restaurants are there on the beach. Great value
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Vickie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cclean and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Frederick

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was spotless. The TV was great. The staff were attentive. The town is just down the road and down a path. I had a great stay and would be happy to come again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Murray

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely clean room. And nice change of towels etc .
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location and friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Consistent as always - convenient parking, comfortable bed, clean, friendly check in Good value
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Judith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent stay centrally located very clean and comfortable. Stunning views too
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Virginia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Conveniently located & suited our overnight stay
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

PETER

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

Great Stay

Hosts were great! Tidy and clean Motel, would stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great little place to stay. Did notice some traffic noise from main road but otherwise great hosts and clean and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, quiet and in a good location. Everything you need
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean very nice people.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gareth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely place. Really comfy. Nice location and even though it was on highway1 was still quiet. Lovely bed and a shower you didn’t want to get out of.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pauline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well maintained, clean and very comfortable property.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Robert and Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable room wirh a good sized bathroom.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Graeme

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly host, always spoke.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and tidy. A good place for a stop over.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful strong shower. Always clean and lovely.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

john

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Relaxing and very tidy in unit
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good design of room had everything needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

thomas

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

Great spot

Beautiful room Very clean and tidy Wonderful bathroom- shower is a real power shower Close enough to town Wonderful
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janet

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

1 night stay

Just what was needed for a 1 night stay. Helpful check in.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property. Very nicely appointed room. Right near park with gorgeous view of the mountains. A little away from the traffic of downtown, but still walkable, or only a couple minutes by car.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very clean, easy check in, comfortable and quiet. Very comfortable bed! Nice to have plunger coffee available as well. Would definitely use again and wouldn't hesitate to recommend as a great place to stay. Loved meeting Blue who swung by to say hi as we were leaving (Blue the dog). Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023