Bella Vista Motel Fox Glacier

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Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels, shampoo
Twin Studio | Desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board
Twin Studio | Desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board
Front of property
Front of property

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry
The current price is $69
$60 nightly
$69 total
Total with taxes and fees
Jun 9 - Jun 10

Explore the area

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55 Main Road SH6, Fox Glacier, 7859
  • Place, Fox Glacier Glow Worm Forest
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Lake Matheson
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Westcoast Wildlife Centre
    ‪17 min drive‬

Room options

Superior King Studio

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

Superior Queen Studio

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

Superior King Studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 226 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Triple Studio

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • 226 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

Compact Queen Studio

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(25 reviews)
  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Superior Queen Studio

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • 226 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Apartment, 1 Bedroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • 409 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Twin Studio

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 226 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

One-Bedroom Apartment

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Fox Glacier

With a stay at Bella Vista Motel Fox Glacier in Fox Glacier, you'll be 3.4 mi (5.4 km) from Lake Matheson and 14.4 mi (23.2 km) from St James Anglican Church. .This motel is 14.7 mi (23.7 km) from Westcoast Wildlife Centre and 16.5 mi (26.5 km) from Sentinel Rock.

What's nearby

  • Fox Glacier Glow Worm Forest - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Lake Matheson - 5 min drive - 3.6 miles
  • Peak Viewpoint - 16 min drive - 6.6 miles
  • Westcoast Wildlife Centre - 17 min drive - 15.6 miles
  • Glacier Hot Pools - 17 min drive - 15.9 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Matheson Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Cook Saddle Cafe & Saloon - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Betsey Jane - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Neve - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪White Pub Cafe and Bar - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Bella Vista Motel Fox Glacier

Bella Vista Motel Fox Glacier offers 24 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Televisions come with satellite channels and Netflix.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)). Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and complimentary toiletries. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Make yourself at home in one of the 24 guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include desks and coffee/tea makers, as well as phones with free local calls.
Make use of convenient amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access, tour/ticket assistance, and a picnic area.
Featured amenities include luggage storage, laundry facilities, and a safe deposit box at the front desk. Free self parking is available onsite.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • In a national park
  • In the mountains
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Handrails in stairways (24 inches high)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (35 inches high)

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 2010
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2.0 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.0 percent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

National rating

Rating provided by Qualmark®, source of official star ratings for accommodation in New Zealand.

Property is also known as

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Bella Vista Motel Fox Glacier Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 315 out of 597 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 204 out of 597 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 59 out of 597 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 597 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 597 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great, from the very friendly service to the modern, clean room.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janvee

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was nice and clean, staff was nice
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everything was great. Very pleasant and helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Well appointed, friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great room. It had everything we needed and it was close to town.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay at this motel. Room was clean, bed comfy and equipped with all that we needed. We would stay again if we were in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Diana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy and convenient for local attractions
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Exceptionally friendly and helpful hosts. Well appointed, clean and comfortable room with great central location. A delightful stay.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, close to cafes, glow worm walk next door.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, comfortable bed, good shower, friendly host. What more can I say? I would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Radhakrishna

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Satisfied Highly recommended
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms friendly staff. Great block out curtains which is a big plus. Centrally located to 1 pub, 1 supermarket, 2 cafes.. we enjoyed our stay👍 A must check out the Fox Glacier it’s awesome ☺️
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay for a rainy night. Affordable, clean, comfortable- full kitchenette and great shower. Would stay again. Check in staff was amazing!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Narelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Friendly, helpful staff on reception. Spacious, clean apartment. Comfy beds. Loved the printed map and sightseeing ideas given to us at check in
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Melinda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room, comfy bed
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rustic from the outside, very comfortable and nicely furnished on the inside. Host was friendly, very helpful, with a number of great tips to make our stay more enjoyable.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay for local hiking trails.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay - very helpful staff - would totally recommend this motel
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Dwayne

Liked: Amenities
Friendly staff, slept good, would stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was spacious. Quiet location, central to town. Staff very accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mairi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great value accommodation with nice staff.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

JANET

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
only a 1 night stay - arrived late out at 10am.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Manager and great location
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nigel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room. Staff was great and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025