we stayed in Bella Vista for just a night as we traveled by the Tranz Alpine from Christchurch and reached the village only at evening. After checking in quickly we took the last coach to the glacier. The visit was worth it, though we wished we could have spent more time walking right up to the Glacier. We enjoyed a... More

A very comfortable motel, extremely convenient for the centre of the township, just a few minutes walk from the various tourist attractions. The reception was friendly and efficient, the room comfortable (the heating had been put on in advance), well appointed and with good car parking space. The motel was spotlessly clean and the cooking facilities in the room (electric... More

We booked a one bedroom studio for our one night stay. This had 2 single beds in the bedroom and a queen bed in what really is the living area. There was also a kitchenette and a good sized bathroom with a spa bath. Check-in was really easy and Adam gave some great advice about the town and the walks... More

The hotel is in a good location one street back from the main road close to everything, booking was easy staff are very friendly and welcoming. Booked a spa room which is what we got, but Spa was only a single spa which of course would suite some. Over all we would stay here again, maybe not in a spa... More

The hotel is within walking distance to shops and helicopter pad. Carpark is a little small, maybe difficult to navigate. Typical motel rooms, which are small by Australia New Zealand standard, can be quite tight if you have luggage; but room and bathroom are clean, sleep is good. Expected for a ski area. Price is reasonable. Note: There is no... More

We stayed at the Bella Vista for our time in Franz Josef - rooms are a bit small but comfortable and clean. The Motel is well located and staff friendly and very helpful. There are nice views of the Glacier from the motel. Good value for money. Would definately recommend it to fellow travellers.

If you opt to stay in a chain motel then you know that there will be a house style in all of them, so what's makes one different from another ? The attitude of the managers and staff is the answer and here Jill was great. Her demeanour was welcoming and she was very helpful in suggesting both a place... More

We stayed here for 2 nights while we checked out the Franz Josef glacier and surrounding region. The motel is one street back from the highway so there was very little street noise. We felt that the room was quite small compared to other places we had stayed in New Zealand but noted that we had booked a "compact studio"... More

Check in was quick and staff was friendly, they guy didn't mind we showed up right before closing. The room was clean and comfortable. Not much of a view. Free parking. Right in town and a quick walk to restaurants. Can't ask for much more at this price range.