Bella Vista Motel and Apartments Christchurch offers a tranquil retreat in the heart of Christchurch City Centre. Unwind on the charming garden or take advantage of dry cleaning services, a business center, and luggage storage.
Te Pae Christchurch Convention and Exhibition Centre - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
Cathedral Square - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
Getting around
Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 21 min drive
Christchurch Railway Station - 13 min drive
Rolleston Station - 26 min drive
Rangiora Station - 28 min drive
Restaurants
Bolina Indian Sweets and Restaurant - 9 min walk
Monza Sports Bar - 12 min walk
Café On Caledonian - 6 min walk
Vic's Cafe - 11 min walk
Blax Espresso Bar - 12 min walk
About this property
Bella Vista Motel and Apartments Christchurch
Bella Vista Motel and Apartments Christchurch is a great choice for a stay in Christchurch. You'll have free perks such as WiFi and self-parking. Other highlights include a terrace and a garden.
At a glance
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Hotel size
23 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 10 AM
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Special check-in instructions
The property charges 2 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
If you are planning to arrive after 2:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Guests arriving after the 9 PM check-in time will find a note on the door with detailed check-in instructions.
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
No cots (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking
Free on-site self-parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
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Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Continental breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:30 AM–9:30 AM
Barbecue grills
Working away
Business centre
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Facilities
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Room amenities
Be entertained
32-inch flat-screen TV
Premium satellite channels
Home comfort
Heating
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Blackout curtains
Soundproofed rooms
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Free local calls
Food and drink
Microwave
Toaster
Free tea bags/instant coffee
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Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Continental breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately NZD 17 for adults and NZD 17 for children
Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 2 per cent
Children & extra beds
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds, rollaway/extra beds and high chair
Policies
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have lifts.
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector on-site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Cashless transactions are available.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
National rating
Rating provided by Qualmark®, source of official star ratings for accommodation in New Zealand.
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Frequently asked questions
Does Bella Vista Motel and Apartments Christchurch offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Bella Vista Motel and Apartments Christchurch does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Bella Vista Motel and Apartments Christchurch?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Bella Vista Motel and Apartments Christchurch?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Bella Vista Motel and Apartments Christchurch?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM. Express check-in and contactless social distancing are available.
Is there an on-site casino at Bella Vista Motel and Apartments Christchurch?
No, this motel doesn't have a casino, but Christchurch Casino (13-min walk) is nearby.
What is there to do at Bella Vista Motel and Apartments Christchurch and nearby?
Bella Vista Motel and Apartments Christchurch has a picnic area and a garden.
What's the area around Bella Vista Motel and Apartments Christchurch like?
Bella Vista Motel and Apartments Christchurch is in Christchurch City Centre, a short 5-minute walk from Southern Cross Hospital and 10 minutes' walk from Papanui Road.
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Reviews
Bella Vista Motel and Apartments Christchurch Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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9.4
Cleanliness
8.2
Location
9.2
Staff & service
8.8
Property conditions & facilities
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10/10 Exceptional
12 Dec 2025
Friendly staff and very helpful
Would recommend staying here
john
john, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
26 Oct 2025
nice place to stay close to central Chch for functions quite rooms we would stay again
Chistine
Chistine, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good
31 Jan 2026
Clean room. Very helpful staff. Location good for city centre.
George
George, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
24 Jan 2026
Stayed three nights split over two weeks. Friendly helpful staff and room perfect for our needs. Would stay here again. The staff even held an item we had left on our first stay and gave it to us on our return. Very kind and thoughtful of them, and was much appreciated.
Michael
Michael, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
27 Apr 2025
Great for families
Great place to stay with families as it is close to town and other facilities.
Good size for a family of 5.
Kris
Kris, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
20 Apr 2025
Excellent, spacious property. Very friendly staff!
Sharon
Sharon, 9-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
31 Jul 2025
Very nice people and helpful
karrieanne
karrieanne, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
4 Feb 2025
Reception staff was very friendly and helpful.
Fraye
Fraye, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
23 Oct 2025
Good location right near the heart of Christchurch. Plenty of room for the 5 of us. The only negative was the fact the toilet and bedrooms were on the third floor which made it a bit difficult for my 75 year old Mum.
Mitchell
Mitchell, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good
30 Mar 2025
I liked that it had a spotlessly clean bathroom. Handy to central city access.
Raewyn
Raewyn, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
18 May 2025
Comfortable motel. Well equipped in the kitchen
Sharon
Sharon, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
25 Dec 2023
Lovely place to stay in, unit was very tidy and clean, location is great being so close to town. Staff were very friendly and helpful. Would definitely stay again when back in Christchurch.
Joanne
Joanne, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good
12 Jul 2025
The 2 bedroom unit had everything we required. A huge spa bath that was wonderful to soak in. Beds were comfortable however was expecting a king and a queen we had 2 single beds in the smaller room. Clean rooms, friendly team. Will stay again if we need a room in the future.
Lauretta
Lauretta, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
15 Feb 2025
We stayed here in 2016, 2023 and now 2025.
I can not say enough about their efforts to make our stays the best experiences we had during our traveling around South Island.
Robert
Robert, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
1 Sept 2024
Highly recommend Bella Vista Christchurch
Nice and clean. Great sleep. Staff were friendly and very helpful. Highly recommend this motel.
Suzanne
Suzanne, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
5 Jul 2025
Unable to travel as we unexpectedly contracted Covid. Bella Vista excellent to deal with. We will travel again in the next few months to enjoy our stay with them.
Great service
Margaret
Margaret, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
16 Nov 2024
The reception staff member was very polite and helpful.
Pankaj
Pankaj, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
2 Jan 2024
The staff at Bella Vista were very friendly and helpful, the place was clean and in a good location just 15-20 minutes walk from the city centre. I'd definitely recommend it, it was nice and quiet too.
Brendan
Brendan, 6-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
19 Dec 2023
Very clean and spacious apartment, very helpful personnel at the reception. Clean laundry facilities.
Achini
Achini, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
24 Jan 2025
The staff member at the counter was a very polite young man, five star
Glen
Glen, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
31 Mar 2025
Lovely friendly hosts
Very clean units.
Cannot fault
Pam
Pam, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
20 Feb 2025
There were three friends sharing the space. There was lots of room. The rooms were very nice and clean but we were close to a busy street and it was very noisy.
Valerie
Valerie, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
27 Oct 2024
Dated, but comfortable and good service
I appreciated the friendly welcome at reception very much - and was also delighted that I got upgraded from a studio to a 1 bed unit. The units are showing their age, but everything was clean and tidy - plus the bed was very comfortable.
Kini
Kini, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
1 Mar 2024
The Bella vista had everything you could want for a stay in Christchurch.
Bed was comfortable and clean. Room serviced daily.
Ironing board and iron, fan for hot nights, microwave and fully stocked kitchenette.
Was just a little tired in decor but we had a very comfortable stay and really had not one thing to complain about.
Tina
Tina, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
17 Feb 2024
We had a small studio suite but it was convenient. It was a Friday and Saturday night so the traffic was pretty noisy til about 1 am. Beds were comfortable, wifi good, very clean. Could walk to downtown area.