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About the Hotel

240 Tay Street, Invercargill, New Zealand, 9810

Accommodation Options

Bella Vista Motel Invercargill offers ground floor and upstairs studios with queen beds, ensuite showers, heated towel rails, and kitchenettes containing microwaves, refrigerators, and tea/coffee facilities. One-bedroom units include a queen bed in the living area, two single beds in a separate bedroom, spa baths, and fully equipped small kitchens. Select studios provide wheelchair access.

On-Site Amenities

The motel provides unlimited free WiFi, Sky TV, guest laundry facilities, and onsite parking with an EV charger available for a fee. Continental breakfast is available on request. All units include electric heaters, electric blankets, and radio alarm clocks.

Prime Southland Location

Located at 240 Tay Street, the motel is 4 minutes from Invercargill shops, 8 minutes from Invercargill Airport, and 1 km from Classic Motorcycle Mecca. It sits close to Southland Hospital, Stadium Southland, Rugby Park, Splash Palace Aquatic Centre, and the Southern Institute of Technology.

Gateway to Adventure

The property serves as a base for exploring Stewart Island (25-minute drive to ferry), Bluff's Stirling Point (20-minute drive), the Catlins (1-hour drive), and Riverton (35-minute drive). It provides access to the Southern Scenic Route, Fiordland's Doubtful Sound, and Milford Sound.

Local Attractions Access

Nearby attractions include Bill Richardson's Transport World (300+ vehicle collection), Queens Park (200-acre gardens and aviary), Dig This heavy equipment playground, and the SIT Zero Fees Velodrome. The Southland Museum houses live tuatara specimens beneath the Southern Hemisphere's largest pyramid.

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From cosy doubles to spacious family suites – all with flexible options, breakfast, and exclusive deals.

Compact Queen Studio

Max:

2 persons

175 sq. feet

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Shower

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One-Bedroom Apartment Spa Bath

Max:

2 persons

400 sq. feet

Bed options:

2 Single beds

Shower

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Superior Studio

Max:

2 persons

220 sq. feet

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

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Getting around

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City Centre

Invercargill400 ft

Airports

Invercargill (IVC) 5.8 mi

Amenities

Thoughtfully designed amenities for a comfortable & memorable stay

Free Wi-Fi

Free Wi-Fi in rooms

Parking

Off-site car park

Luggage storage

24-hour services

General

Non-smoking rooms
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Security
Luggage storage
Allergy-free rooms
Smoke detectors
Key access

Sports & Fitness

Golf course

Services

Room service
Housekeeping
Laundry
Tours/Ticket assistance

Dining

In-room breakfast

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Spa & Leisure

Garden area

Room features

Free Wi-Fi in rooms
Heating
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Media

AM/FM alarm clock

Location

240 Tay Street, Invercargill, New Zealand, 9810

Map view

240 Tay Street, Invercargill, New Zealand, 9810

City landmarks

Museum

Bill Richardson Transport World

4500 ft

Stadium

Rugby Park Stadium

2300 ft

Landmark

E Hayes and Sons

1.1 mi

Landmark

Classic Motorcycle Mecca

3600 ft

Gallery

Southland Museum and Art Gallery

5000 ft

Church

St John's Anglican Church Complex

2700 ft

Landmark

Burt Munro Statue

3000 ft

Landmark

St Mary's Invercargill Central

3300 ft

Park

Queen's Park

1.1 mi

Gallery

City Gallery

3600 ft

Garden

Otepuni Gardens

3200 ft

Church

St Pauls Presbyterian Church

4600 ft

Landmark

Animal Reserve

3900 ft

Park

Turnbull Thompson Park

3000 ft

Theatre

Civic Theatre

2900 ft

Landmark

Fire Museum

2700 ft

Landmark

Southern Scenic Route

3700 ft

Landmark

Briscoes Building

4300 ft

Gallery

Chiaroni Gallery

3700 ft

Landmark

Invercargill South African War Memorial

4100 ft

Landmark

Toetoes Bay

1.0 mi

Landmark

Band Rotunda

4400 ft

Landmark

Invercargill Cenotaph

4700 ft

Landmark

The World's Fastest Indian

4700 ft

Harbour

Stead Street Wharf

1.3 mi

Landmark

South Alive Community Gardens

1.0 mi

Nearby

Corner of Dee and Tay Streets

South African War Memorial

600 ft

101 Doon St

Invercargill Water Tower

2000 ft

Church

First Presbyterian Church

1800 ft

Park

Otakaro Park

1600 ft

Restaurants

The Malabar Kitchen

2000 ft

356 Tay Street

Invercargill Workingmen's Club

2400 ft

154 Esk Street

The Batch Cafe

3500 ft

173 Spey Street

Copper Kettle Restaurant

3100 ft

76 Tay Street

Level One Restaurant

3200 ft

Corner Kelvin & Esk Streets Ist Floor

Guest Ratings & Reviews

Real Guest Experiences & Ratings

Malcolm

United Kingdom, May 2024

7.6/10

The inn is like a cozy home away from home with lovely surroundings, though the wet bathroom floor can be a nuisance at times. The staff is incredibly accommodating and helpful, making the stay pleasant overall.

Rooms

8.0

I slept like a log in the comfortable room, even though it was a bit small for a two-night stay. The charging outlets were very convenient.

Service

9.0

The staff was super helpful and accommodating, offering various options for my booking. They were extremely nice and provided great recommendations for dining and activities.

Location

7.0

The inn is situated just on the outskirts of the city center, making it easy to get around. The well-manicured plants and shrubs add to the charming atmosphere.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was fine, and I appreciated the smoked meat provided. However, a greater variety in the menu options would have been nice.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities were adequate for a comfortable stay, though nothing extravagant.

Friendly staff

Wet bathroom

Eric

United Kingdom, March 2024

8.2/10

I walked into a cosy warm room that was simple, yet very welcoming. It was warmed for our arrival and very clean, with everything I needed for a comfortable stay. The staff were extremely friendly and full of 'must dos' while in town, making my experience even better.

Rooms

9.0

The room was very clean and had everything you would need for a comfortable stay.

Service

9.0

The staff were very welcoming and friendly, providing helpful suggestions on where to eat and what to see.

Location

8.0

The location was great too, just on the outskirts of the city center within walking distance of supermarkets and such. The staff also provided helpful recommendations for places to eat.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was fine, with a provided cafe that had acceptable options.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel had the usual amenities like a kettle, toaster, microwave, fridge, and more, which suited my needs perfectly.