Napier Bella Vista
Wendy and Jimmy welcome you to Bella Vista Motel Napier.
This clean and comfortable property has been assessed by independent accreditors Qualmark as 4 star quality accommodation.
From the moment you arrive you'll enjoy the convenience of being located in close proximity to the Napier CBD for business, shops, entertainment and other activities. At Bella Vista Motel Napier we cater for all your business or recreational needs.
Our Napier motel is easy to find, centrally located on Hastings Street which runs parallel to Marine Parade, with the majestic Norfolk Pines and waterfront behind us. We are very close to the Central City (4 minutes’ walk), Art Deco buildings, shops, supermarkets, restaurants, Marine Parade, War Memorial Conference Centre, Hawkes Bay MTG Museum and the Municipal Theatre.
From our Napier motel accommodation, the CBD is easily accessible. We have ample safe parking, leave your car to avoid parking issues, walk to work or explore.
Tour the unique architecture of our city, or take a leisurely stroll down the ocean-side walkway where you will encounter the National Aquarium of New Zealand, Sunken Gardens, Ocean Spa Swimming Complex and Mini Golf (to name just a few!).
Our superior smoke free Napier accommodation includes a variety of studios and one bedroom units. Our purpose built access units have been designed with parking at the door for your convenience. You have a choice of king, queen or single beds with heat-pumps/air-conditioning available in every room.
Along with great accommodation, Bella Vista Motel Napier also offers a spacious work desk in every room with free wireless internet. Units vary from just tea and toast making facilities to those with cooking facilities. We offer continental or cooked breakfasts and evening meal charge back facilities, dine in or dine out.
You can be assured of a warm welcome at reception where we will assist you in every way possible.
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FEATURES
- 18 superior self-contained, fully serviced motel units
- Free onsite car-parking
- Family and studio units (some with Spa Baths)
- Free unlimited WiFi
- Access Studios (2) available on request
- All units non-smoking
- Modern guest laundry
- Heat pumps/Air conditioning in every room
- Corporate and off peak rates available on request
- Charge-back facilities for local restaurants - dine in or delivered to motel
- Units with wheelchair accessible bathroom
- In-room telephones
- Eftpos and credit card facilities
- Port-a-cots and highchairs are available for a small fee
- Type 2 EV Chargers. Please pre-book.
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LOCATION
Location Highlights
Bella Vista Napier Motel is situated in a central CBD location, four minutes' walk from town. Marine Parade fronts onto a sweeping stretch of the Pacific Ocean from which we are located only a matter of metres; the beach walks and nearby restaurants and attractions give the city a real holiday resort atmosphere. For conferences and special events, the Napier RSA is right across the road. The War Memorial Conference Centre is a pleasant three quarters of a kilometre stroll along the seaside walkway. The Municipal Theatre is also sometimes used as a conference facility and Bella Vista Motel is an easy walk from this venue too. For sports events, we are less than one kilometre from McLean and Nelson parks, and at the end of the activities freshen up at your motel which is within 300 metres of watering holes and eateries for all tastes, while a half kilometre will get the "culturally minded" to the Napier Municipal Theatre. Look out your window during Art Deco week and you will be convinced you have been transported to the 1930s, such is the number of passers-by in period costume and vintage cars. We are right in the midst of it all!
- 1 block from Marine Parade and the seafront
- 10 minute walk to the National Aquarium
- 25 minute drive to Hastings
- 10 minutes from Hawkes Bay Airport
- 2 hour drive to Taupo
- 4 hour drive to Wellington
Travel Distance to Bella Vista Napier
From :
- Gisborne - 214 Kms
- Hamilton - 308 Kms
- New Plymouth - 418 Kms
- Palmerston North - 183 Kms
- Wellington - 328 Kms
- Taupō - 142 Kms
- Rotorua - 224 Kms
- Whangārei - 574 Kms
OUR STORY
Introducing your hosts, Jimmy & Wendy
Jimmy and Wendy have owned and operated Bella Vista Napier since September 2018. They both arrived in New Zealand from China in the early 2000s, studying in Auckland for 6 years, before moving to Napier. Loving the wonderful Hawkes Bay lifestyle, they settled in Napier, become New Zealand residents, married and are proud parents of four wonderful children.
In 2012 they purchased a local dairy called Arkwights Corner Store, coincidentally just down the road from the motel on Hastings Street. In operating the dairy Jimmy and Wendy were able to become part of the local community and after six years of hard work and saving, they moved their family two blocks down the road to Bella Vista.
Napier, Hawkes Bay - Your Destination
Napier is located on the east coast of New Zealand’s North Island, bordered by the vast Pacific Ocean. With its stunning seaside location, Napier is an ideal destination for visitors. The city is best known for its striking Art Deco architecture and world-class wines, but it also offers deep connections to Māori culture, especially across the wider Hawke’s Bay region. In recent years, newly developed cycling trails have added another layer of attraction for outdoor enthusiasts.
The history of the region dates back to the 12th century, when the sacred waka (canoe) Tākitimu arrived. Aboard was the high priest Ruawharo, who settled near present-day Māhia Beach, north of Napier. This marked the beginning of Māori settlement in the area, particularly by the iwi (tribe) Ngāti Kahungunu.
In 1769, Captain James Cook and the crew of the HMS Endeavour were likely the first Europeans to sight the East Coast. Cook named Hawke’s Bay in honor of a member of the British Admiralty. During the early 1800s, traders, whalers, and missionaries began arriving in the region. Napier itself was established in the 1850s and named after a British soldier who had served in India. Many of the city's streets reflect this colonial history, bearing names from the British Indian Empire as well as notable artists and literary figures.
Today, Napier offers a rich mix of attractions, from vineyard tours and scenic beach walks to its vibrant architectural heritage. A must-see is the Marine Parade, a picturesque waterfront promenade with breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean. Here, visitors can also find the statue of Pania of the Reef—a beloved figure from Ngāti Kahungunu mythology. This statue is not only culturally significant but also one of New Zealand's most photographed landmarks.
Whether you're drawn to art, food, wine, or the outdoors, Napier delivers a unique and memorable experience. It's a place where history, culture, and natural beauty come together—offering something truly special for every visitor.
Our Community Involvement
- We donate old towels and bath mats to the local SPCA.
- We have business partnerships with local restaurants.
- We support and donate to local charities.
Our Sustainability Practices
Waste. Bella Vista Motel Napier is reducing waste by:
- We have recycling bins where you can store your waste
- We reduce the amount of landfill by separating it with the recycling
- We reduce the amount of packaging to a minimum by using dispenses replacing disposable items with reusable ones
- We reuse glass bottles for milk
- Recycle all the plastic, tin, glass and cardboard rubbish
Water – Bella Vista Napier conserves the use of water by:
- We use water efficient washing machines
- Limit the use of watering the garden to save as much water possible
Energy – Bella Vista Napier reduces the demand of energy by:
- We offer a towel change which means it reduces the use of water and energy, or you could hang your towels if you wish to refuse.
- We upgrade appliances to energy efficient models to reduce as much transport emissions possible.
- We use Led light bulbs
- We clean the air conditioning filter every month
- We make sure to turn everything that is electrical after guests
Community – Bella Vista Napier understands that we are part of our local community and participate in it by:
- Donating products to a local charity
- Offering employment opportunities to local residents
- Educating our team to embrace our environmental initiatives
Bella Vista Napier is a 4 star Qualmark rated property and awarded Bronze status under the Sustainable Tourism Business criteria which is recognised by the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC). Founded in 2007, the GSTC is a United Nations-initiated programme which sets the global baseline standards for sustainable travel and tourism.
We look forward to hosting you!