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Bella Vista Motel Nelson

Nelson · New Zealand

178 Tahunanui DriveView location

9.0/10Excellent211 Reviews
Cleanliness9.2/109.2
Service9.0/109.0
Comfort8.4/108.4
Condition8.4/108.4
Neighborhood8.4/108.4
Value8.0/108.0
Amenities9.2/109.2
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About Bella Vista Motel Nelson

Enjoy recreational amenities such as bicycle rentals, a terrace, and a garden at the Bella Vista Motel Nelson. This motel offers complimentary Wi-Fi, tour/ticket assistance, and a picnic area. Continental breakfast is available daily for a fee. Luggage storage and laundry facilities are also provided. Free self-parking is available onsite.

The 18 guestrooms feature refrigerators, LCD televisions with satellite programming and DVD players, complimentary Wi-Fi, private bathrooms with showers, complimentary toiletries, hair dryers, desks, microwaves, and phones with free local calls.

Located in Nelson's Tahunanui area, the motel is a short drive from Burrell Park and Natureland Zoo, and conveniently close to Nelson Golf Links and the World of Wearable Art and Collectable Cars.

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With a stay at Bella Vista Motel Nelson in Nelson (Tahunanui), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Burrell Park and Natureland Zoo. This motel is 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from World of Wearable Art and Collectable Cars and 1 mi (1.6 km) from Nelson Golf Club.

Make yourself at home in one of the 18 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and Smart televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have showers and hair dryers. Conveniences include desks and microwaves, and housekeeping is provided daily.

Featured amenities include luggage storage and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available onsite.

Popular amenities

Free WiFi
Parking available
Dining services
Concierge
Laundry
Entertainment
Smoking areas
Accessible facilities

Check-in and check-out

Check-in from 2:00 PM
Check-in until 7:00 PM
Check-out until 10:00 AM
Minimum check-in age 18

Hotel policies

No elevators Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award Professional property host/manager Pets not allowed Service animals are allowed Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

Cleaning and safety

Sanitization
Contactless check-in is available Contactless check-out is available Cashless transactions are available

Important information

  • You need to know
    • One child 1 year old or younger stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
    • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
    • Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
  • Special Instructions
    The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM. 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 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
  • Instructions
    • 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 fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
    • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Minimal age
    18
  • Optional fees
    • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately NZD 17 for adults and NZD 17 for children
    • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
    • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 10.0 per stay
    • Laundry fee: NZD 10.00
    • 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.

  • Spoken Language

    English

Nearby attractions

Burrell Park 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Natureland Zoo 1.3 km / 0.8 mi
World of Wearable Art and Collectable Cars 1.3 km / 0.8 mi
Nelson Fun Park 1.5 km / 0.9 mi
Tahunanui Beach Reserve 1.5 km / 1 mi
Nelson Golf Club 1.6 km / 1 mi
Paddy's Knob Reserve 1.6 km / 1 mi
Isel Park 3 km / 1.9 mi
Greenmeadows Park 3.2 km / 2 mi
Marsden Recreation Ground 3.2 km / 2 mi
Victory Square 3.4 km / 2.1 mi
McCashin's Brewery 3.8 km / 2.4 mi
South Pacific Distillery 3.9 km / 2.4 mi
Nelson College 4.2 km / 2.6 mi
Nelson Hospital 4.4 km / 2.7 mi

Hotel facilities & services

Services and fees can vary. Check the selected room details and hotel policies before booking.

  • Total number of rooms: 18
  • hotel
  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Car park
  • Check-in hour
  • Check-out hour
  • Wi-fi
  • Room service
  • Laundry service
  • Bicycle hire service
  • Garden
  • Terrace
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  • Luggage room
  • Grill/BBQ
  • Children playground
  • Breakfast
  • Picnic
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
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    Room code: APT.B1

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  • STUDIO SUPERIOR KING BEDSTUDIO • SUPERIOR KING BEDSTU.KG-SU

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  • STUDIO QUEEN SIZE BEDSTUDIO • QUEEN SIZE BEDSTU.QN

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    STUDIO QUEEN SIZE BED

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    QUEEN SIZE BED

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    Room code: STU.QN

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  • STUDIO STANDARDSTUDIO • STANDARDSTU.ST

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    STUDIO STANDARD

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    Room code: STU.ST

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  • STUDIO TWO BEDSSTUDIO • TWO BEDSSTU.2B

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    STUDIO TWO BEDS

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    TWO BEDS

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    Room code: STU.2B

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  • TRIPLE STANDARDTRIPLE • STANDARDTPL.ST

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    TRIPLE STANDARD

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    Room code: TPL.ST

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    FAMILY ROOM KING BED ONE BEDROOM

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    Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5
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    KING BED ONE BEDROOM

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    Room code: FAM.B1-KG

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Guest reviews

What other guests saying about Bella Vista Motel Nelson

9.0
Excellent
211 Reviews
Cleanliness
9.2 /10
Service
9.0 /10
Comfort
8.4 /10
Condition
8.4 /10
Neighborhood
8.4 /10
Value
8.0 /10
Amenities
9.2 /10
100 reviews shown
10/10
Exceptional
07 Jul 2026
Jason
Tidy room, good helpful hosts, no kitchen only microwave. Very comfortable nice shower
Self
10/10
Exceptional
22 Jun 2026
D S
Pleasant and comfortable place to stay - Good location with helpful and friendly owners.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
16 Mar 2026
Judy and Jerry
The room was spotless, had a deep jetted tub, mini kitchen set up, nice TV, brand new bed and suited all our needs.
The innkeepers were delightful.
I needed to do laundry and they had a small but efficient guest laundry. There were also laundry lines and pegs, which was lovely!
Partner
8/10
Excellent
14 Mar 2026
Ian
Handy location and very helpful staff.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
26 Jan 2026
Brent
Very clean and tidy
Business Self
10/10
Exceptional
25 Jan 2026
Ashley
Room was spotless and staff was very friendly and helpful.
Leisure Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
14 Jan 2026
Rochelle
Very convenient and clean. Lovely helpful hosts.
Leisure Friends
8/10
Excellent
17 Dec 2025
Mark
All was gd and clean there. Staff i saw were friendly and helpful
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
25 Sep 2025
Jenny
Enjoyed my stay very much. Super clean and comfortable.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
21 Jun 2025
Jana
The extra little service like using the window vac on my frosted car without being asked. So kind and friendly 😊
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
16 May 2025
Peter
Food location
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
14 Apr 2025
Tykaza
It was exactly what they provided, happy friendly owners I’d stay again. Great last minute find thank you soo much
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
25 Mar 2025
Claire
Nice staffs
10/10
Exceptional
25 Mar 2025
Susan
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
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
16 Mar 2025
Jackie
clean and tidy, friendly welcoming staff
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
10 Mar 2025
Tyra
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!
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
27 Feb 2025
Doug
Good
10/10
Exceptional
11 Feb 2025
Bryan
No fuss. Easy to get to. Good value
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
08 Feb 2025
Robert
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 👍!!!!
Leisure
8/10
Excellent
10 Jan 2025
Verified traveler
Unfortunately bed was very hard so did not get much sleep. Everything else was fine.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
03 Jan 2025
Yanming
Warm-hearted staff
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
03 Dec 2024
Zane
Very friendly hosts
10/10
Exceptional
24 Nov 2024
Ann
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
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
14 Nov 2024
Glenda
We stayed in the Compact Queen Studio which was very comfortable, clean and well equipped. Excellent value for money.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
01 Nov 2024
Beverley
Great location and staff. Friendly and very helpful
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
30 Oct 2024
Suzanne
Very nice and helpful staff
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
29 Oct 2024
Peter

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
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
18 Oct 2024
Janice
Friendly staff, clean, tidy unit, nothing was a bother. There wasn't anything I didn't like and will stay there again sometime.
Leisure Self
8/10
Excellent
02 Oct 2024
Bridget
Thanks for the room
8/10
Excellent
20 Sep 2024
Tim
Good weekend accommodation.
10/10
Exceptional
18 Aug 2024
Linda
It suited me for what I wanted.
8/10
Excellent
03 Aug 2024
Pat
friendly hosts very helpfull
clean and tidy bed a bit hard though haha
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
15 Jan 2024
Michelle
Our stay at Bella Vista was great. Clean and comfortable. Would stay there again.
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
27 Dec 2023
Grant
Enjoyed stay thankyou
Business_and_leisure Self
8/10
Excellent
20 Oct 2023
Warwick
Good
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
16 Jul 2023
Neil
Clean with good rooms nice service
Leisure Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
11 Jun 2023
Ping
Nice, quite and clean motel.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
11 Mar 2023
Robert
For our needs it was the perfect place to stay over night,
we were friendly recieved, had what we wanted !
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
02 Jan 2023
Anil
Great place to stay. Helpful friendly staff. I would stay again.
Lorraine
Leisure Family
6/10
Pleasant
29 Dec 2022
Wayne

Brief visit to Nelson based family

The apartment really needed air conditioning to improve quality of sleep during period of warmer weather. The location was also noisy due to adjacent compressor operating at random times and road noise.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
21 Sep 2022
Les
Quiet area, friendly service.
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
02 Aug 2022
Verified traveler
Everything was very clean and tidy with all you need for a nights stay.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
28 Jun 2022
Ali
Modern room
Leisure
10/10
Exceptional
30 Dec 2021
Minaxi
Nice handy to all locations
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
28 Dec 2021
colin
Excellent stay
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
09 Oct 2021
Stephen
Easily accessible
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
18 Aug 2021
SUSAN

Nelson Break

Perfect for our visit to family living nearby. Very clean snd comfortable room with plenty of useful space for bags and toiletries. Great shower! Was also surprisingly quiet for such a handy location with shops and restaurants an easy walk. Really appreciated the extra assistance of the host when needed.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
10 Aug 2021
Verified traveler
Lovely clean and comfortable room. I only booked a small room for a couple of nights, but it was perfect for a short stay.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
21 Jul 2021
Verified traveler
I was very impressed. Nice room. Clean. Quiet. Great bathroom. Looked like it had been recently renovated. The shower and the fittings were high class. I highly recommend.
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
11 Jul 2021
Verified traveler
Nice clean cosy room. Great hosts
Leisure Friends
8/10
Excellent
29 May 2021
Verified traveler
Clean
Business Family
10/10
Exceptional
24 Apr 2021
Verified traveler
Not far to walk to shops so also location good.
Friends_and_family Family
8/10
Excellent
22 Apr 2021
Verified traveler

Good!

Good convenient location for the night. Friendly owner
Friends_and_family Friends
10/10
Exceptional
09 Feb 2021
Verified traveler
Bruce was awesome to us! Helped us with recommendations and even a ride to the rental car pick-up.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
24 Dec 2020
Lauris
My third time to stay here excellent place as always
Friends_and_family Friends
10/10
Exceptional
14 Nov 2020
Aaron

Nice

Very nice place, good sleep
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
28 Oct 2020
Vishal
We could check in 2 hours before the check in time and were given special confirmation regarding our rooms
Leisure
10/10
Exceptional
15 Oct 2020
Joanna
One of my \"things\" about hotel and motel stays is shower pressure. It either makes or breaks your stay. Bella Vista showers are amazing!!
Business Self
8/10
Excellent
16 Aug 2020
CHARLES
Our reception was very friendly and the room generous.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
25 Jul 2020
Kiran

Awesome location

Great stay in Nelson.
Business
8/10
Excellent
02 Jul 2020
Verified traveler

Bella vista

Good place, very friendly,easy to work with.
Business
10/10
Exceptional
23 Jun 2020
Lauris
Very comfortable very clean handy to everything amazing shower will always stay here when visiting Nelson
Partner
8/10
Excellent
01 Feb 2020
Verified traveler
Close to town, rooms are clean, cosy. TV is good, has sky so handy for the rugby
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
19 Jan 2020
Verified traveler
Friend easy access
We forgot something any they rung within 10 mins to tell us
Great stay
Friends_and_family Family_with_children
8/10
Excellent
20 May 2019
Al

Nice place

Nice clean place, very comfortable bed, easy access to sea shore. Would be better to have a few more TV stations.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
26 Apr 2019
Verified traveler
Great shower, bed was too soft for our liking.
Plunger coffee and cookie was a nice touch
The gentleman on reception wasn’t overly happy or talkative but was abit more chipper in the morning we left.
Ok stay but probably wouldn’t stay again.
Leisure Partner
6/10
Pleasant
10 Feb 2019
Verified traveler
The motel was clean and tidy the service was okay but not brilliant Despite saying that they had Sky TV I could not get any Sky channels so couldn’t watch the cricket live I wouldn’t stand there again
Leisure
8/10
Excellent
02 Jan 2019
Heather
Well presented motel. Very close to shops and not that far between Richmond and Nelson
10/10
Exceptional
28 Nov 2018
Martyn
All just right room staff advise.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
20 Nov 2018
David
Bruce was a superb host, so helpful and knowledgeable about the district, accommodation was excellent
Partner
8/10
Excellent
16 Aug 2018
Verified traveler
Nice stay, recommend :) Everything in tidy and clean order
6/10
Pleasant
09 Jun 2018
A

Nice Motel

We have stayed two nights. Room had a good size and clean but next day laundry wasn't up to the mark as they forgot to take old used towels. Didn't top up used tea and coffee bags
10/10
Exceptional
16 Apr 2018
Ronald

Enjoyed stay

As we were traveling with extra luggage the room was a little small but we were pleased with everything else about the room/hotel
Partner
8/10
Excellent
10 Nov 2017
Verified traveler
Close to where we needed to be pleasant service, would stay there again
8/10
Excellent
11 Oct 2017
wink

All food

We were only staying one night but it was Very clean, tidy and provided all our needs. What more can you ask?
10/10
Exceptional
05 Oct 2017
Annette

Lovely stay close to Nelson CBD

Had a a lovely stay at Bella Vista, easy to find as on the main rain but very quite. Rooms were extremely clean and room service was great
10/10
Exceptional
30 May 2017
Gulshan

Definitely stay here

Bella Vista had a lovely room. Quite spacious. Kitchnette was well stocked and had all the clean cutlery. The bathroom was really nice with good pressure shower. It was quiet and wifi really worked well. Had a fabulous stay. Thanks to Bruce. Highly recommended hotel.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
07 Feb 2017
Angela

Great location and comfortable bed.

We are locals to Nelson but stayed in the area for a wedding. We were able to do a early check in with no issues and had a comfortable stay. Would return if needing a bed in Tahuna again.
10/10
Exceptional
07 May 2016
S&R

Good chain

Nice room on main highway. Beach relatively nearby; city center is further away. But a car is really needed for this hotel.
10/10
Exceptional
06 Mar 2016
Julie

TOP CLASS

VERY FRIENDLY OWNER.SO CLOSE TO THE NELSON CLUB FOR FOOD AND RELAXING.CLOSE TO NELSON
AND RICHMOND. EVERYTHING IN ROOM NEAT AND TIDY. 1ST CLASS
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
22 Feb 2016
Verified traveler

Nice handy lovely and clean would stay here again

Short one night stay. Quite and friendly staff, very clean room.
8/10
Excellent
15 Feb 2016
Verified traveler
stayed 2 nights. greta location for our requirements.
10/10
Exceptional
12 Jan 2016
Leanne

Very comfortable motel with helpful, friendly staf

Thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Bella Vista Motel in Nelson. The room was very clean and comfortable and close by to shops and restaurants. The staff very very helpful in pointing out some great activities to do in and around Nelson. We would thoroughly recommend this motel and will definitely go back there in the future.
8/10
Excellent
12 Jan 2016
Shelley

Handy to Tahunanui

Stay was good, although did hear a bit of road noise in the morning!
8/10
Excellent
11 Jan 2016
Shaun

Great stay

Only stayed the one night, but thought this place was good. Room is on the smaller side, but had a good size bathroom, shower was great with plenty of pressure and hot water. Room was clean and well maintained, with easy parking right outside our door. 1Gb wifi allowance was good, but I found the connection to be quite slow and hard to maintain.Host was friendly and helpful, and I would definitely stay here again.
Partner
4/10
Poor
30 Dec 2015
Verified traveler
No sky.rooms very small .overall didn't enjoy stay .very expensive for a 3 star motel

10/10
Exceptional
15 Jun 2015
Kath

Warm and comfortable.

I only had one night but it was very comfortable and clean. Short taxi ride from CBD.
8/10
Excellent
12 Jun 2015
Greg

Convenient for us in Nelson

The Bella Vista in Nelson is great as they allow us to take our small house dog with us. The owners are friendly and it works well for a weekend break
Partner
6/10
Pleasant
04 Jun 2015
Verified traveler

Bella Vista Motel

Clean and tidy but a very small unit. Unfortunately we had rowdy neighbours that kept us awake until approx 1am.
Partner
6/10
Pleasant
25 Apr 2015
Murray D

The Little Things

I get sick of asking for cutlery and dishes even when the microwave is there. This room was small... very small, but there was a decent sized refrigerator and a good range of utensils. I get sick of using one of the facecloths to wipe the bench, but there was a dishcloth, a tea towel, some dish wash. It was not an exorbitant price to use the laundry appliances.

On checking in I was told that my milk was only for starters. The light bulbs were low-powered and there was inadequate lighting over the desk. The hot water temperature for the shower was set to be very low. The wall heater was an old model. There wasn't personal soaps and shampoos etc, but a few general hand wash dispensers on the wall.

There appeared to be gradual renovations in progress and the office and surroundings looked rather unkempt. Although, the room was modern and fresh, the bed was comfortable and the linen and towels were decent quality. You could make local phone calls free of charge.

The management were politely spoken except for being rather impetuous to get the housekeepers to my room and there wasn't the normal notice for you to indicate that your room was available. Check out time is 10.00am which by international standards in the modern day and age appears to be becoming outdated. There is more respect for sleeping guests in a backpackers dormitory, as the housekeeping staff rolled their trollies right outside my window and chatted to each other in loud voices.
8/10
Excellent
30 Mar 2015
Leo

Cosy, reasonably priced.

Nice comfortable Motel. I booked for 3 on the search engine but I think it must have gone offline as I was booking because for some reason it said we only booked for 2. This made the hosts a little mad but oh well.
8/10
Excellent
20 Mar 2015
Ben

Happy days!

Great hosts! Kindly collected us from the airport and lent us their hot chocolate stash when there was none in the room making a wee 3 yr old very happy.
Family
8/10
Excellent
11 Mar 2015
S

Good location

Good location & walking distance to beach & variety of restaurants/bars/fast food outlets. We were in a studio room which was very small but okay if you just need a bed. Furnishings a bit dated but clean & tidy. Would stay again.
8/10
Excellent
07 Mar 2015
Russell
Facilities: Above average; Value: Reasonable; Service: Go the extra mile; Cleanliness: Spotless;
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
01 Mar 2015
Tracey
Facilities: Modern; Value: Affordable; Service: Outstanding; Cleanliness: Spotless;
The beach is not far down the road
10/10
Exceptional
27 Feb 2015
Verified traveler

Modern motel

Modern, clean, comfortable, good value for money. Friendly, helpful host.
4/10
Poor
24 Feb 2015
Terrena

it was fine but it was a hot room

I was disappointed in the quality of the room it felt too small , like you couldn't relax and it there was no freash air flow by leaving a door wide open,
8/10
Excellent
23 Feb 2015
suzy

jnice

very pleasant motel owner and helpful. Nice location. By the beach and had a unit at the back so no noise. Parking easy and willing to accommodate your wishes.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
18 Feb 2015
Andrew
Service: Owners very friendly;
Partner
8/10
Excellent
17 Feb 2015
Verified traveler

Comfortable Stay at Bella Vista

Room clean and tidy.

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Bella Vista Motel Nelson
178 Tahunanui Drive, Nelson, New Zealand

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