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Bella Vista Motel Nelson

4.0 star property
Suburban motel in Nelson with free parking

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Twin/Triple Studio | Bathroom | Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Children's play area - outdoor
Property grounds
Exterior
BBQ/picnic area
Bella Vista Motel Nelson offers a quiet escape with garden grounds and a playground. Guests enjoy beautiful views and WiFi. The sunny terrace is perfect for relaxing, and practical amenities include laundry facilities and barbecue grills for outdoor meals.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

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

Room options

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One Bedroom Family Unit | Living area | 32-inch LCD TV with satellite channels, TV, DVD player

One Bedroom Family Unit

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Compact Queen Studio | Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Compact Queen Studio

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
  • 16 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Twin/Triple Studio | Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Twin/Triple Studio

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Superior King Studio | Living area | 32-inch LCD TV with satellite channels, TV, DVD player

Superior King Studio

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
178 Tahunanui Drive, Nelson, 7011

What's nearby

  • Natureland Zoo - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • World of Wearable Art and Collectable Cars - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Tahunanui Beach Reserve - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Nelson Hospital - 5 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Trafalgar Park - 6 min drive - 2.7 miles

Getting around

  • Nelson (NSN) - 4 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Squires Coffee - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McCashin's Brewery - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Coupland's Bakeries - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Sublime Coffee - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Suburban Club - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Bella Vista Motel Nelson

Upscale eco-certified motel near Burrell Park
Located close to World of Wearable Art and Collectable Cars and Nelson Golf Links, Bella Vista Motel Nelson provides a terrace, a garden, and a playground. Free in-room WiFi and laundry facilities are available to all guests.
Additional perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), bike rentals, and tour/ticket assistance
  • Luggage storage and barbecue grills
Room features
All guestrooms at Bella Vista Motel Nelson offer comforts such as premium bedding, in addition to amenities like free WiFi.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • 32-inch LCD TVs with premium channels and DVD players
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and toasters

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.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: NZD 17 for adults and NZD 17 for children

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Crib (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
  • Crib (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 available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 3.3 percent 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

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

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 1, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Cribs (infant beds) are available for NZD 10.0 per stay

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately NZD 17 for adults and 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 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 credit 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 Nelson pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Bella Vista Motel Nelson?

Self parking is free at this property.

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

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

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

Check-out is at 10 AM. Late check-out is available for NZD 50.00 (subject to availability).

Where is Bella Vista Motel Nelson located?

Located in Tahunanui, this eco-certified motel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Burrell Park, Natureland Zoo, and World of Wearable Art and Collectable Cars. Nelson Golf Links and Trafalgar Park are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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