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Bella Vista Motel Fox Glacier

4.0 star property
Motel with free parking, in the vicinity of Lake Matheson

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Bella Vista Motel Fox Glacier sits near both Lake Matheson and Fox Glacier, giving travelers easy access to the region's natural wonders. The property offers practical amenities that make exploring comfortable, including in-room WiFi, laundry facilities, and storage for luggage.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Superior King Studio | Desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Superior King Studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Triple Studio | Desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Triple Studio

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Compact Queen Studio | Desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Compact Queen Studio

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(22 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Queen Studio | View from room

Superior Queen Studio

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Apartment, 1 Bedroom

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Twin Studio | Desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Twin Studio

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

One-Bedroom Apartment

  • Sleeps 4

Compact Queen Studio

  • Sleeps 2

King Studio

  • Sleeps 2

Triple Studio

  • Sleeps 3

Twin Studio

  • Sleeps 2

Superior Queen Studio

  • Sleeps 2

About the neighborhood

Map
55 Main Road SH6, Fox Glacier, 7859

What's nearby

  • Fox Glacier Glow Worm Forest - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Lake Matheson - 5 min drive - 3.6 miles
  • Westcoast Wildlife Centre - 14 min drive - 15.6 miles
  • Peak Viewpoint - 16 min drive - 6.6 miles
  • Sentinel Rock - 20 min drive - 18.1 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Matheson Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Neve - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Betsey Jane - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Cook Saddle Cafe & Saloon - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Gletschereis-Delikatesse - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Bella Vista Motel Fox Glacier

Upscale motel near Lake Matheson
Located close to Fox Glacier, Bella Vista Motel Fox Glacier provides laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Free self parking
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), an area shuttle, and smoke-free premises
  • Tour/ticket assistance, luggage storage, and a front-desk safe
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Bella Vista Motel Fox Glacier offer comforts such as free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Free toiletries and hair dryers
  • TVs with cable channels
  • Refrigerators, cookware/dishes/utensils, and electric kettles

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 and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: NZD 18 for adults and NZD 18 for children

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • In a national park
  • In the mountains
  • 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.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2.0 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 7:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately NZD 18 for adults and NZD 18 for children
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.0 percent

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 major credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

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 Fox Glacier pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Bella Vista Motel Fox Glacier?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Bella Vista Motel Fox Glacier?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Bella Vista Motel Fox Glacier?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Bella Vista Motel Fox Glacier located?

Situated in a national park, this motel is 3.4 mi (5.4 km) from Lake Matheson and within 16 mi (25 km) of St James Anglican Church and Westcoast Wildlife Centre. Sentinel Rock and Alex Knob are also within 20 mi (32 km).

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