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Overview
9 Dundee Street Halfmoon Bay, Stewart Island 9846 New Zealand See on map
AMENITIES
Free Wifi
Free Parking
Non-Smoking Rooms
Airport Transportation
Kitchenette
Wheelchair access
Laundry Service
3 Star accommodation
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All reviews spa bath ferry terminal ulva island lovely view wild parrots great place to stay small town every evening perfect room small kitchenette drop off point sized room bus tour short walk the pub perfect location comfortable accommodation
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Reviewed 14 May 2018

We were only on Stewart Island for one night, but we enjoyed our stay in the Bay Motel. We were met at the ferry terminal and given a brief tour around the town of Oban, then our bags were taken up to the motel for...More

Date of stay: April 2018
Thank catri0nay0ung
Reviewed 12 May 2018

We stayed at Bay Motel in April, it is excellent. Rhonnda and Jeff are great hosts and made things very easy. We travelled with our 3 teenage children and the 2 units we had had wonderful views, comfortable beds and Kaka on the veranda! The...More

Date of stay: April 2018
Thank markphillyh
Reviewed 12 May 2018 via mobile

Geoff and his wife were lovely and very accommodating and made us feel very welcome. The room was fantastic and the local kakas made it even more special - I would only suggest that they put a sign up at each room for customers not...More

Date of stay: May 2018
Thank Sarah H
Reviewed 26 April 2018 via mobile

This was an excellent location. Stewart Island is very very small with 3/4s of the island a conservation area, the other 1/4 a small seaside town. We arrived in out motel which has a king size bed and a single bed, a living room area...More

Date of stay: April 2018
Thank Nathan Y
Reviewed 18 April 2018 via mobile

Bay motel is conveniently located in a scenic hill close to the Oban township of Stewart Island with some rooms facing the Halfmoon Bay. It’s also quite close to nature with plenty of bird life in the vicinity. The triple room we occupied was quite...More

Date of stay: April 2018
Thank Kuneema
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Description
Bay Motel is centrally located and very handy to all amenities. 12 spacious, comfortable units and have superb views of Halfmoon Bay and surrounding bush. Two units have wheelchair accessible bathrooms and 2 units More have spa baths. Most units have a Queen and single bed and there is a two bedroom unit for larger groups. All units have free WiFi, fully equipped kitchenettes,fridge, microwave TV, deck or balcony, toiletries, electric blankets and central heating. Units all lead to an outdoor deck or balcony. Facilities include covered BBQ and outdoor cooking facilities with a seated area for dining 'al fresco'. Freezer space for storing fish. Laundry service is available for a fee. Courtesy transfers to and from motel - other transfers may be available. Less
Hotel class
Hotel Amenities
HOTEL FEATURES
Free Parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Airport Transportation
Laundry Service
Microwave
Refrigerator in room
Self-Serve Laundry
Shuttle Bus Service
Wheelchair access
Pool
Beachfront
Restaurant
Bar/Lounge
Spa
Fitness Centre with Gym / Workout Room
Awards & Recognition
Certificate of Excellence
Certificate of Excellence
Room types
Kitchenette, Non-Smoking Rooms, Accessible rooms
Hotel class
Awards & Recognition
Certificate of Excellence
Certificate of Excellence
Room types
Kitchenette, Non-Smoking Rooms, Accessible rooms
Number of rooms
12
Price range
US$124 - US$144 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
Also Known As
Bay Motel Stewart Island, South Island, New Zealand
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Bay Hotel Stewart Island
Location
New Zealand > South Island > Southland Region > Stewart Island
Hotel class
Awards & Recognition
Certificate of Excellence
Certificate of Excellence
Room types
Kitchenette, Non-Smoking Rooms, Accessible rooms
Number of rooms
12
Price range
US$124 - US$144 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
Also Known As
Bay Motel Stewart Island, South Island, New Zealand
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Bay Hotel Stewart Island
Location
New Zealand > South Island > Southland Region > Stewart Island
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Traveller (51)
Room & Suite (24)
Dining (3)
Pool & Beach (1)
Family and Play Areas (1)
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Parf2014
10 April 2017|
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Response from bevisland | Property representative |
Hi, I am sorry we have no availability for the dates you have requested. Cheers Rhondda Bay Motel
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"ask before booking about restrictions on the units facilities"
bluemtpestcontrol
13 Jun 2018
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"All rooms have a view of the bay - beautiful for catching the sunrise."
markphillyh
12 May 2018
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"Pay a little extra and get a room facing the bay. It's worth it."
EllzeyB
20 Dec 2017
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"All the rooms are good."
judithbergman18
6 Oct 2017
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