Frederic Alonzo Carrington
Frederic Alonzo Carrington, Robe Street, Westown, New Plymouth 4310, New Zealand- Statue
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About this hotel
Centrally Located Convenience
Located just 3 minutes’ walk to Puke Ariki Museum and New Plymouth’s cafes and restaurants, Bella Vista Motel offers the perfect blend of convenience and comfort.
Well-Equipped Rooms
Bella Vista’s rooms feature full kitchens and/or kitchenettes, providing guests with the flexibility to prepare their own meals during their stay.
Convenient Amenities
Guests can enjoy shared laundry facilities with a dryer, barbecue facilities for a cozy evening, and free car parking for a hassle-free experience.
Ready to experience comfort and convenience at Bella Vista Motel? Book your stay now!
Nearby Attractions
New Plymouth Cenotaph
New Plymouth Cenotaph, Queen Street, Westown, New Plymouth 4310, New Zealand- Memorial
Robe Street Park
Robe Street Park, Westown, New Plymouth, New Plymouth District, New Zealand- Park
Tasman Prospect Park
Tasman Prospect Park, Westown, New Plymouth, New Plymouth District, New Zealand- Park
Model 56 Pack Howitzer
Model 56 Pack Howitzer, Saint Aubyn Street, Westown, New Plymouth 4310, New Zealand- Memorial
The Taranaki Salute to the Anzacs
The Taranaki Salute to the Anzacs, Saint Aubyn Street, Westown, New Plymouth 4310, New Zealand- Statue
Light on the Land
Light on the Land, Coastal Walkway, Lynmouth, New Plymouth 4310, New Zealand- Sculpture
Richmond Cottage
Richmond Cottage, Ariki Street, Westown, New Plymouth 4310, New Zealand- Historic
- Building
Mental Warrant of Fitness / I Am So Worth It
Mental Warrant of Fitness / I Am So Worth It, Brougham Street, Westown, New Plymouth 4310, New Zealand- Sculpture
Ngā hau e Whā
Ngā hau e Whā, Ariki Street, Westown, New Plymouth 4310, New Zealand- Sculpture
Atarangi
Atarangi, Brougham Street, Westown, New Plymouth 4310, New Zealand- Sculpture
Karanga
Karanga, Saint Aubyn Street, Westown, New Plymouth 4310, New Zealand- Sculpture
Tukotahi - Standing Together
Tukotahi - Standing Together, Puke Ariki Landing, Westown, New Plymouth 4310, New Zealand- Public Art
Puke Ariki Landing
Puke Ariki Landing, Westown, New Plymouth, New Plymouth District, New Zealand- Park
5th Wellington, West Coast & Taranaki Regiment 150 years' of service
5th Wellington, West Coast & Taranaki Regiment 150 years' of service, Saint Aubyn Street, Westown, New Plymouth 4310, New Zealand- Memorial
The Firkee-Wala
The Firkee-Wala, Puke Ariki Landing, Westown, New Plymouth 4310, New Zealand- Sculpture
The Wind Wand
The Wind Wand, Coastal Walkway, Lynmouth, New Plymouth 4310, New Zealand- Sculpture
Mata'a Tangaloa - Eyes of the Gods
Mata'a Tangaloa - Eyes of the Gods, Puke Ariki Landing, Westown, New Plymouth 4310, New Zealand- Sculpture
Important Information
Please note that there is a 1.5% charge when you pay with a Visa or Mastercard credit card.
Please note that there is a 3% charge when you pay with an American Express or Diners Club credit cardPlease inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
A deposit may be required at the property.
Stay Details
Check-in from
02:00 PM
Check-out by
10:00 AM
Parking
FREE
Children
Allowed
Pets
Not allowed
Amenities
WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Heating
Family rooms
Garden
Hiking
Laundry
Luggage storage
Cycling
Airport shuttle
Facilities for disabled guests
Breakfast in the room
Non-smoking throughout
Private parking
Daily housekeeping
Designated smoking area
Accessible parking
Street parking
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Wheelchair accessible
Electric vehicle charging station
Toilet with grab rails
Lower bathroom sink
Higher level toilet
Outdoor furniture
Airport drop off
Airport pick up
Shuttle service
Staff adhere to local safety protocols
Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
Guest rooms disinfected between stays
Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
Physical distancing rules followed
Cashless payment available
First aid kit available
Sanitized tableware & silverware
Invoice provided
Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
Smoke alarms
Key access
Food delivered to guest room
CCTV outside property
Process in place to check health of guests
Access to health care professionals
Face masks for guests available
24-hour security
Delivered food - securely covered
Security alarm
Room Types
Standard Twin Studio
Up to 3 guests20 sqmTwin bed (90-130 cm wide), Queen bed (151-180 cm wide)
This compact room has a private bathroom with shower and a kitchenette with a microwave.
Sleeps
Up to 3 guests
3 adults · 2 children
Beds
Twin bed (90-130 cm wide), Queen bed (151-180 cm wide)
Room details
20 sqm
In-room amenities
Coffee/tea makerShowerAir conditioningHair dryerKitchenetteMini-fridgeRefrigeratorDeskSeating AreaToiletMicrowavePrivate bathroomHeatingSatellite channelsInterconnected room(s) availablePrivate entrance
Superior Studio
Up to 2 guests20 sqmQueen bed (151-180 cm wide)
Features tub chairs, kitchenette with microwave and a private bathroom with a shower.
Sleeps
Up to 2 guests
2 adults
Beds
Queen bed (151-180 cm wide)
Room details
20 sqm
In-room amenities
Coffee/tea makerShowerAir conditioningHair dryerKitchenetteMini-fridgeRefrigeratorDeskSeating AreaToiletMicrowavePrivate bathroomHeatingSatellite channelsInterconnected room(s) availablePrivate entrance
Small Queen Studio
Up to 2 guests16 sqmQueen bed (151-180 cm wide)
This studio has a private bathroom with shower, tea/coffee and toast making facilities. These units are not ideal if you are traveling with large suitcases. More suited to weekend stays or overnight stays.
Sleeps
Up to 2 guests
2 adults
Beds
Queen bed (151-180 cm wide)
Room details
16 sqm
In-room amenities
Coffee/tea makerShowerAir conditioningHair dryerMini-fridgeRefrigeratorDeskSeating AreaToiletMicrowavePrivate bathroomHeatingSatellite channelsInterconnected room(s) availablePrivate entranceElectric kettle
One-Bedroom Apartment
Up to 4 guests37 sqm2 Twin bed (90-130 cm wide), Queen bed (151-180 cm wide)
This apartment has a fully equipped kitchen and a private bathroom with a shower over the bath.
Sleeps
Up to 4 guests
4 adults · 3 children
Beds
2 Twin bed (90-130 cm wide), Queen bed (151-180 cm wide)
Room details
37 sqm
In-room amenities
Coffee/tea makerShowerAir conditioningHair dryerMini-fridgeRefrigeratorDeskSeating AreaToiletMicrowavePrivate bathroomHeatingSatellite channelsKitchenInterconnected room(s) availablePrivate entrance
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Guest reviews(638 total)
Provider-sourced guest reviews.
9/10
Reviewed Aug 24, 2026Great location, very clean and tidy
10/10
Reviewed Aug 22, 2026Not applicable
Not applicable
9/10
Reviewed Jul 12, 2026Location, service and cleanliness of the units were excellent
N/a
10/10
Reviewed Jul 12, 2026Close to the cbd
9/10
Reviewed Jul 5, 2026Property is walking distance to beach walkway and restaurants. Very pleasant for a 2 night stay. Room was a little small but cosy. Heating was good for a winter stay.
10/10
Reviewed Jun 30, 2026Room was comfortable and clean. Staff were super friendly and welcoming
NA
6/10
Reviewed Jun 30, 2026Nice location Clean
Room was tiny, not justified for the price
10/10
Reviewed Jun 29, 2026Clean room and nice staff.
7/10
Reviewed Jun 26, 2026Close to cbd
Asked for soy milk but did not get it .
10/10
Reviewed Jun 23, 2026Location was awesome, walking distance to shops, cafes, restaurants & Centre City shopping centre
10/10
Reviewed Jun 2, 2026Lovely place to stay. Highly recommend. Fantastic hosts. Perfect location.
8/10
Reviewed Jun 1, 2026Great location. Easy walk to town.
9/10
Reviewed May 18, 2026Very clean and tidy place
N/A
9/10
Reviewed May 9, 2026Its location was in an excellent location to walk to the museum. The Information Centre & the coastal walkway. Also many choices of places to eat only a block or 2 away to walk. Room had a sunny back window which added natural light to the unit.
10/10
Reviewed May 5, 2026Appreciated the friendly and helpful owner. Location was great and the accommodation was very comfortable, clean and quiet.
Nothing
10/10
Reviewed Apr 27, 2026It was central to everything. Manager was very helpful and nice
8/10
Reviewed Apr 22, 2026Location was excellent
I can't think of anything.
10/10
Reviewed Apr 17, 2026Excellent location, staff friendly and informative, close to city and restaurants and beach
studio suite a little small
10/10
Reviewed Apr 16, 2026The location
Nothing
10/10
Reviewed Apr 11, 2026Location is perfect for town centre and beach
Loved everything
8/10
Reviewed Apr 8, 2026Excellent location.Loved walking on beachfront trail.
Showers a little old fashioned.
10/10
Reviewed Apr 6, 2026Very clean and tidy. Excellent customer service and excellent location
10/10
Reviewed Apr 4, 2026Close to Town good staff . Met Jim very helpful.
8/10
Reviewed Mar 24, 2026Jim made us very welcome, and explained all the facilities. The guest laundry was very welcome. Our room was clean, light and very comfortable with a lovely big bed. The kitchen facilities were excellent. All in all a great place to stay
Nothing
6/10
Reviewed Mar 20, 2026Location and friendly staff
Noise from unit above and neighbors. Too small.
10/10
Reviewed Mar 16, 2026Loved it perfect location very relaxing an very quiet
10/10
Reviewed Mar 10, 2026The motel is in a great location, walking distance from the art gallery, the coastal walkway and bars and restaurants in the city centre. Just 50 metres to Ozone for superb coffee and delicious toasties. The welcome was friendly and with excellent recommendations of where to eat. The bed was super comfortable.
Nothing
9/10
Reviewed Mar 8, 2026Excellent location, comfortable room with good amenities
nothing...all good.
10/10
Reviewed Mar 8, 2026Great location, comfy bed and very quiet
7/10
Reviewed Mar 7, 2026locatio
In this day and age it is surprising that Bella Vista did not provide fresh coffee and plunger. Back in the day I used to bring my own, but now it is de rigueur even at more modest prices.
8/10
Reviewed Mar 4, 2026Location and staff. Quiet and clean. They even offered e-bike rentals too.
Very small dapriced above the pizza shop.. Way over peiced.
9/10
Reviewed Feb 23, 2026The location to the CBD is perfect, the hosts attitude was wonderful
Maybe starting to feel a bit dated, but nothing to complain about
9/10
Reviewed Feb 12, 2026Great location, friendly staff - worked out well for us. So close to the CBD and yet still quiet and relaxing.
10/10
Reviewed Feb 12, 2026Die Lage war Perfekt.
9/10
Reviewed Feb 11, 2026Everything
10/10
Reviewed Jan 30, 2026In a perfect location ( with nice parking) and the staff was amazing!
10/10
Reviewed Jan 29, 2026the cleanliness of the place and its accessibility and friendly staff
10/10
Reviewed Jan 27, 2026Great location, comfortable bed, nice bathroom. Hideous weather so a good motel really mattered!
10/10
Reviewed Jan 20, 2026The location was well situated in the town and walking distance to restaurants and the coastal walkway.
10/10
Reviewed Jan 20, 2026Great location, clean facilities, everything you need, very friendly and welcoming owners
No faults
10/10
Reviewed Jan 19, 2026Liked everything.
We had no dislikes.
9/10
Reviewed Jan 19, 2026Clean and tidy, great location and really nice and welcoming owner
9/10
Reviewed Jan 18, 2026Unit was nice and clean
Room was not dark enough and mattress has a hump in the middle. Could possible do with upgrading as you can feel where mattress is worn when laying in bed
10/10
Reviewed Jan 18, 2026Great location, friendly staff and very clean facilities.
9/10
Reviewed Jan 14, 2026Great location, helpful friendly staff. Good clean rooms with kitchenette, good showers
9/10
Reviewed Jan 13, 2026Excellent location, close to everything. Nice room 😊
10/10
Reviewed Jan 12, 2026Property was conveniently near to all we wanted to see and do. Was clean and had everything we wanted for the stay.
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10/10
Reviewed Jan 11, 2026Clean, close to town and great host
N/A
9/10
Reviewed Jan 11, 2026Location
Nothing
10/10
Reviewed Jan 11, 2026Clean and close to town
Nothing
10/10
Reviewed Jan 11, 2026Staff were friendly and accommodating
Nothing
10/10
Reviewed Jan 11, 2026Friendly staff. Fantastic location. Lovely and clean.
No complaints
10/10
Reviewed Jan 9, 2026Everything was perfect.
N/a
10/10
Reviewed Jan 9, 2026Great location and friendly informative host.
9/10
Reviewed Jan 5, 2026Very good location.
Little things - rubbish bin in room, tea towel in the kitchen.
8/10
Reviewed Jan 5, 2026Excellent location, friendly and knowledgeable staff.
The bed was firm - for those who like a firm bed, all good, for us it was too hard. A bit like goldilocks!
10/10
Reviewed Jan 4, 2026Location was perfect and it was so clean. Staff were friendly as.
Nothing was perfect
10/10
Reviewed Jan 2, 2026Great location. Walking distance to sea, walks, restaurants and cafes, galleries etc. Quiet room.
Mattress a bit too firm casing body aches.
8/10
Reviewed Jan 2, 2026Clean and tidy
Small size
Guest Feedback
Feedback themes are sourced from guest reviews provided by our data provider.
What guests love
- •Great location
- •Friendly staff
Areas to consider
- •Room size could be larger
- •Drainage issues in bathroom
Cleanliness
8.34/10Some reviews mention clean rooms, but drainage issues and smaller room size were noted.
Service
9.31/10Many reviews highlighted friendly and helpful staff.
Location
9.35/10Multiple reviewers praised the location as excellent and convenient.
Room Quality
8.3/10Rooms were described as comfortable, although some found them a bit small.
Amenities
8.33/10Limited mentions of movie channels; sports channels were appreciated but some amenities were seen lacking.
Value for Money
8.79/10Overall positive sentiment about price relative to services offered.
Food and Beverage
8.84/10No specific comments, assumed 'Standard quality for this hotel tier'.
Overall Experience
9.11/10Overall sentiment was very positive with many wanting to return.