Bella Vista Motel Kaikōura sits on a small hilltop overlooking the town and mountains, within walking distance of the centre, where you’ll find restaurants, cafés, and shops. It’s the perfect base for discovering the area’s remarkable natural beauty and wildlife. Kaikōura is especially famous for whale watching, dolphin encounters, and stunning coastal nature experiences, and you’re just a short walk from Kaikōura Whale Watch, which organises whale-watching tours in the area.

The motel features 18 rooms in various sizes, depending on how many are travelling together. The rooms are practically furnished and come with tea and coffee-making facilities as well as a kitchenette.

All rooms have a private bathroom, free Wi-Fi, a TV, and heating, and several also offer views of either the mountains or the motel grounds.

There is Wi-Fi throughout the property and free parking for all guests. The motel also offers laundry facilities, breakfast options, an outdoor barbecue area, and cosy communal spaces.

Bella Vista Motel Kaikōura is a great choice for those looking for a comfortable base close to both the lively town and some of New Zealand’s most unique natural attractions.

All motels in the Bella Vista chain are Qualmark-certified – New Zealand’s official quality assurance mark for tourism – with an official 4-star rating. This means that each motel has been independently assessed and meets high standards of quality, safety, and guest experience. In addition, the chain has received the Qualmark Enviro Award in recognition of its commitment to sustainable practices such as waste sorting, energy-efficient operations, and social responsibility.