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#17 of 31 motels in Dunedin
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Robyn and Garry welcome you to the Bella Vista Dunedin Motel, offering quality accommodation near the city centre. This property has been independently assessed by Qualmark as 4 star quality accommodation. Dunedin is the hub of the Otago region and the perfect base for your adventures. From the moment you arrive you'll enjoy the convenience of being located in close proximity to the Dunedin CBD for business, shops, entertainment and other activities. At Bella Vista Dunedin we cater for all your business or recreational needs. We have ample safe parking, so you can leave your car and avoid parking issues, walk to work or explore on foot. Our smoke free accommodation includes a variety of studios and one bedroom units. Our purpose built access units have been designed with parking at the door for your convenience. You have a choice of king, queen or single beds with electric blankets for those cooler nights.
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Property amenities
Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Breakfast available
Golf course
Pets Allowed ( Dog / Pet Friendly )
Baggage storage
Non-smoking hotel
Laundry service
Parking
Wifi
Breakfast in the room
Complimentary Instant Coffee
Complimentary tea
Self-serve laundry
Room features
Blackout curtains
Soundproof rooms
Desk
Housekeeping
Kitchenette
Flatscreen TV
Electric blanket
Bath / shower
Interconnected rooms available
Seating area
Telephone
Wardrobe / wardrobe
Iron
Wake-up service / alarm clock
Microwave
Refrigerator
Electric kettle
Kitchenware
Complimentary toiletries
Hair dryer
Room types
Non-smoking rooms
Suites
Family rooms
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HOTEL STYLE
Family
Mid-range
Languages Spoken
English
Location
704 Great King Street, Dunedin 9016 New Zealand
Getting there
Somewhat walkable
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Grade: 63 out of 100
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This BV, like all the others we visited, is simple but excellent. The room was very clean. The location is also convenient on the main route through Dunedin. What is striking about this BV is that the exit from the parking garage is more or less the entrance to the drive-through of the adjacent fast food chain (I think KFC). We skipped that, because fortunately you can also go directly from the parking lot via the fast food entrance to the main street.
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Date of stay: January 2024Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Stayed for one night as part of our tour around the South Island of New Zealand.
Very comfortable bed and good facilities.
We have tended to stay at Bella Vista Motels where possible. The room design tends to be very well thought out and customer friendly.
Very comfortable bed and good facilities.
We have tended to stay at Bella Vista Motels where possible. The room design tends to be very well thought out and customer friendly.
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Date of stay: January 2025Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Room Tip:Â Good cafes available locally
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Can definitely recommend this place, ideal location lots of food nearby. Great hosts who helped us out by extending our stay due to needing to get a Covid test and having to delay our flight. Studio rooms are small but have everything you need and very comfortable.
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Date of stay: November 2020Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Motel Was lovely and easy to find. However we found the parking very tight. We were thinking of bringing our Ute lucky we didn’t as it wouldn’t have fitted into the car park when we returned that evening.
We spend a while waiting on someone to come and check us in and then when we did there was a big confusion around if we had paid or not. Which turned out we had. The lady at reception was not very helpful.
Motel room itself was good. Shower was great except the door didn’t shut correctly. Bed wasn’t comfy at all (However for someone else this could be the right firm ness it just wasn’t for us).
We Definitely don’t believe you get what you pay for here. We felt it was very expensive for our experience
We spend a while waiting on someone to come and check us in and then when we did there was a big confusion around if we had paid or not. Which turned out we had. The lady at reception was not very helpful.
Motel room itself was good. Shower was great except the door didn’t shut correctly. Bed wasn’t comfy at all (However for someone else this could be the right firm ness it just wasn’t for us).
We Definitely don’t believe you get what you pay for here. We felt it was very expensive for our experience
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Date of stay: April 2024Trip type: Travelled as a couple
Room Tip: Don’t take a large car
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Response from Robyn Lee, Owner at Bella Vista Dunedin
Responded 3 Jun 2024
I am sorry that you found your experience unsatisfactory
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Our stay at this motel was excellent, the room was very clean, the beds comfortable and it was nice and toasty warm. Mac the little dog kept us entertained and was a delight. Robyn and Garry went over and above to accommodate our group of 3 with an elderly uncle with mobility issues. I can never thank them enough for their support and help. A lovely motel and I would definitely stay here again.
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Date of stay: September 2023Trip type: Travelled with family
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Response from Robyn Lee, Owner at Bella Vista Dunedin
Responded 21 Oct 2023
Thank you for your wonderful review. We look forward to seeing you guys again.
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Beautiful lovely clean rooms. Everything we need is right there.Robyn and Garry lovely to deal with and nothing is a problem.
The wee dog Mac is a wee sweetie and meets us evert time we go! makes us really enjoy our stay and we just love him visting us.
Everyone friendly we wont stay anywhere else while we are in Dunedin.
The wee dog Mac is a wee sweetie and meets us evert time we go! makes us really enjoy our stay and we just love him visting us.
Everyone friendly we wont stay anywhere else while we are in Dunedin.
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Date of stay: November 2023Trip type: Travelled with family
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Response from Robyn Lee, Owner at Bella Vista Dunedin
Responded 28 Nov 2023
Hi Liz. Thank you and Merry Christmas - see you all again soon
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Stayed here with our small dog for a couple of nights to avoid camping in the rain. Fairly small room for 2 people, but very clean and efficient. The manager could not have been friendlier or more helpful. He has a cute little dog as well. Close to whatever we needed, with a nice sport park just down the street. Overall good value and worth a look.
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Date of stay: January 2021
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Everything I needed but my unit a bit small. Great to be able to take a little dog with permission, something I totally appreciated- however I did not like to see bits of fur from a previous dog on skirting boards around motel, floor felt gritty too - it wasn’t the wonderful clean motel that some of these reviews refer to. However I would recommend as owners were pleasant and you feel very safe.
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Date of stay: January 2020
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Response from bellavistadunedin, Owner at Bella Vista Dunedin
Responded 15 Jan 2020
Hi Rme Thank you for your review. I will forward the lack of dusting to my staff but as for the floor we have redecorated with nonslip tiles and they will have a gritty feel. We look forward to seeing you again
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The kitchen was ill equipped as some of the electrical goods didn’t work, It could have done with a better clean which we gave it. We would not recommend this motel. Which was a great shame as our other experience on the South Island were very good. It served ok for the night on the way to Te Anau which we enjoyed.
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Date of stay: November 2022Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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excellent choice for those looking for close accomodation to Otago University. 10 minute walk to center town. restaurants nearby. freindly and courteous staff. clean room serviced daily. free access to broadband internet but with some hassel as you have to get a 2 hour voucher a time from reception. free use of laundry machine. dryer 2$.
book with no hesitation.
book with no hesitation.
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Date of stay: November 2007Trip type: Travelled on business
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PRICE RANGE
$204 - $265 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
LOCATION
New ZealandSouth IslandOtago RegionDunedin
NUMBER OF ROOMS
16
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Frequently Asked Questions about Bella Vista Dunedin
Which popular attractions are close to Bella Vista Dunedin?
Nearby attractions include The Dunedin Museum of Natural Mystery (0.9 km), Olveston Historic Home (1.1 km), and TÅ«hura Otago Museum (0.7 km).
What are some of the property amenities at Bella Vista Dunedin?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, free parking, and a golf course.
Which room amenities are available at Bella Vista Dunedin?
Top room amenities include a kitchenette, a flat screen TV, and a refrigerator.
What food & drink options are available at Bella Vista Dunedin?
Guests can enjoy breakfast, complimentary tea, and free instant coffee during their stay.
What are some restaurants close to Bella Vista Dunedin?
Conveniently located restaurants include No.7 Balmac, The Good Earth Cafe, and Lone Star Cafe & Bar.
Are any cleaning services offered at Bella Vista Dunedin?
Yes, laundry service and self serve laundry are offered to guests.
Are pets allowed at Bella Vista Dunedin?
Yes, pets are typically allowed, but it's always best to call ahead to confirm.
Are there any historical sites close to Bella Vista Dunedin?
Many travellers enjoy visiting Olveston Historic Home (1.1 km), Speight’s Brewery (2.1 km), and Northern Cemetery (0.8 km).
Is Bella Vista Dunedin accessible?
Yes, it offers wheelchair access and reduced mobility rooms. For specific enquiries, we recommend calling ahead to confirm.