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title: "Bella Vista Gisborne, Gisborne: reviews, location & comparison"
description: "Bella Vista Gisborne in Gisborne: rated 8.9 by guests, 4-star. Amenities, location and nearby alternatives compared side by side."
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retrieved: 2026-10-15
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Motel · ★★★★ · Bella Vista Accommodation
# Bella Vista Gisborne

Mātokitoki, Gisborne, New Zealand

8.9 ·  Excellent 35 reviews ·  #3 #3 of 8 in Gisborne ·  4.3/5 on Google, 198 reviews ·  3.6 Location score
## About Bella Vista Gisborne

Bella Vista Gisborne is a motel in Mātokitoki, Gisborne, New Zealand. It holds a 4-star rating. Guests rate it 8.9 out of 10 across 35 reviews. Facilities include free parking, free wi-fi, pets allowed. It is 1.1 km from the centre of Gisborne. The nearest beach is 1.5 km away. The nearest airport, Gisborne Airport (GIS), is 3.0 km away.

- **Type:** Motel

- **Star rating:** ★★★★

- **Check-in from:** 14:00

- **Check-out until:** 10:00

- **Rooms:** 18

- **Floors:** 2

- **Opened:** 2006

- **Last renovated:** 2006

- **Chain:** Bella Vista Accommodation

- **Pets:** Pets allowed

- **Smoking:** Smoke-free property

- **Other stays within 500 m:** 2

511 Gladstone Road, Gisborne [bellavista.co.nz](http://www.bellavista.co.nz/our-motels/gisborne)

## How Bella Vista Gisborne scores

Better rated than 44% of hotels in Gisborne

-   Guest rating **8.9**
-   Location **3.6**
-   Facilities **2.5**
-   Families **0.0**
-   Spa & wellness **0.0**
-   Beach access **5.0**
-   Public transport **2.0**

Gisborne average

## Rating on Google

4.3/5

198 Google reviews

-   5★43%
-   4★34%
-   3★15%
-   2★7%
-   1★1%

From the property’s public Google Maps listing. It is shown for reference and is not part of the StayVersus score.

## Amenities

Free parkingFree Wi-FiPets allowed

### Food & drink

-   Breakfast
-   Room service

### Internet

-   Free Wi-Fi

### Parking & transport

-   Free parking
-   EV charging

### Services

-   Shuttle
-   Laundry
-   Luggage storage

### In the rooms

-   Air conditioning
-   Kitchen
-   Coffee or tea maker

### Policies

-   Pets allowed
-   Smoke-free

Based on the property listing at our booking partner.

## Location

- **Location score:** **3.6**/10

- **Walk grade:** **25**/100 Car recommended

- **Restaurants & cafés within 500 m:** **3**

- **Sights within 1 km:** **1**

<table class="dist" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><tbody data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest beach<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Waikanae Beach</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">1.5 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">25 min walk</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest station<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Gisborne Railway Station, New Zealand</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">1.6 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">4 min drive</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest airport<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Gisborne Airport (GIS)</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">3.0 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">7 min drive</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Distance to the centre<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Gisborne</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">1.1 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">17 min walk</span></td></tr></tbody></table>

### Sights nearby

-   Gisborne Aerial Silks490 m
-   Tairawhiti Museum1.7 km
-   Gisborne Anzac Cenotaph1.9 km

## Bella Vista Gisborne: in detail

Bella Vista Gisborne provides flawless service and all the necessary facilities for visitors. Remain linked during your visit by utilizing the complimentary internet access available. Prior to your check-in date, you can arrange airport transportation services, guaranteeing a seamless and efficient experience for both arrival and departure. Experience the wonders of Gisborne with ease by utilizing the services provided at shuttle. The motel offers complimentary parking for guests who arrive with their own mode of transport. Effortlessly plan your daily activities and travel requirements with express check-in or check-out and luggage storage provided by the front desk services. Securing passes to the city's top attractions is simple with the motel's ticket service and tours. For extended visits or whenever required, the laundromat, dry cleaning service and laundry service ensures your preferred travel garments remain clean and accessible. During leisurely days and evenings, in-room amenities such as room service and daily housekeeping enable you to maximize your stay in the room. The motel is completely smoke-free. In limited designated zones, smoking is exclusively permitted. Crafted for coziness, every guestroom provides an array of features, guaranteeing a tranquil night's sleep while maintaining the level of comfort. For a more enjoyable stay, select rooms at motel are equipped with linen service and air conditioning. For certain chosen rooms, guests can enjoy in-room amusement like daily newspaper, television and cable TV as a part of their stay. Rest assured that your hydration needs will be met, as some guestrooms are equipped with a refrigerator and a coffee or tea maker. It is worth noting that certain guest bathrooms feature a hair dryer and toiletries for your convenience. Each morning at Bella Vista Gisborne, a scrumptious, homemade breakfast kick-starts the day. During your visit, indulge in a range of delightful culinary choices at motel to enhance your experience. For those with discerning taste buds, having an on-site BBQ facilities and shared kitchen at your disposal will undoubtedly be appreciated.

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## Questions about Bella Vista Gisborne

### How do guests rate Bella Vista Gisborne?

Bella Vista Gisborne has a guest rating of 8.9 out of 10 from 35 reviews, which is better than 44% of rated hotels in Gisborne.

### What are the check-in and check-out times at Bella Vista Gisborne?

Check-in starts at 14:00 and check-out is until 10:00.

### Does Bella Vista Gisborne include breakfast?

Breakfast is available. Whether it is included depends on the rate you book.

### Is there parking at Bella Vista Gisborne?

Yes, the listing mentions free parking.

### How far is Bella Vista Gisborne from the airport?

The nearest airport, Gisborne Airport (GIS), is 3.0 km away in a straight line.

### Is Bella Vista Gisborne close to the beach?

The nearest beach is 1.5 km from the hotel.

### How many rooms does Bella Vista Gisborne have?

Bella Vista Gisborne has 18 rooms on 2 floors.

### Are pets allowed at Bella Vista Gisborne?

The listing says pets are allowed. Contact the property for size limits and fees.

Updated 6 Oct 2026. Data: Agoda, Overture Maps, OpenStreetMap, OurAirports and hotels' own websites. We may earn a commission from partner links; it never changes the comparison. [How we score](https://stayversus.com/en/about/)

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