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Bay Motel

3.0 star property
Hotel in Oban

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Overlooking the coast, Bay Motel offers a refreshing getaway with free in-room WiFi and a tranquil garden. Guests have praised the hotel’s convenient location.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (7)

  • Near the beach
  • Breakfast available
  • Business center
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Limited hour front desk

Feel at home (6)

  • Kitchenette
  • Premium TV channels
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free self parking

Room options

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Standard Studio (Studio Spa) | Private kitchenette | Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, cookware/dishes/utensils

Standard Studio (Studio Spa)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Studio (Queen)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Premium Suite, 2 Bedrooms | In-room safe, free WiFi

Premium Suite, 2 Bedrooms

  • Garden view
  • 60 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Studio | In-room safe, free WiFi

Standard Studio

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom (Spa)

Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom (Spa)

  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Map
9 Dundee Street,, Oban, Southland, 9846

What's nearby

  • Rakiura Museum - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Bunkhouse Theatre - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Presbyterian Church Hall - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Observation Rock - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Rakiura National Park - 7 min drive - 5.8 km

Getting around

  • Stewart Island (SZS-Ryans Creek) - 3 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Old Butcher Cafe - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪South Sea Hotel - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Snuggery - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Kai Kart - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Just Café (Kiwi-French Crêpery) - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Bay Motel

  • When visiting Oban, Bay Motel is a great choice to consider. Freebies like WiFi and self parking are added perks, and guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails. A terrace and a garden are offered, and in-room conveniences include refrigerators and microwaves.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 12 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • Guests must transfer via airplane or boat to the property; guests must contact the property at least 24 hours before travel, using the contact information on the confirmation received after booking
    • This property offers transfers from the ferry terminal; guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 6:30 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
    • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
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Children

    • Children (12 years old and younger) not allowed
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Continental breakfast (surcharge) each morning 6:00 AM–11:30 AM

What to do

  • Fishing
  • Beach nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Working away

  • Business center

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)

Facilities

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Premium satellite channels

Home comfort

  • Coffee/tea maker

What to enjoy

  • Balcony or patio

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Kitchenette
  • Cookware, dishes, and utensils

More

  • In-room safe

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Continental breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately NZD 16.00 per person
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of NZD 10.00 (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge

Policies

Also known as

Bay Motel Stewart Island Oban

Bay Stewart Island Oban

Bay Motel Oban

Bay Motel Hotel

Bay Motel Hotel Oban

Bay Motel Stewart Island

Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at Bay Motel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Bay Motel?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What is there to do at Bay Motel and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as fishing. Enjoy amenities like a picnic area and a garden.

Does Bay Motel have self-catered rooms fitted with kitchens or kitchenettes?

Yes, a kitchenette is available in every room, and also includes a refrigerator, a microwave, and cookware.

Does Bay Motel have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a balcony.

What's the area around Bay Motel like?

Bay Motel is a short 3-minute walk from Bunkhouse Theatre and 4 minutes' walk from Rakiura Museum.

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Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.4

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Sauber, modern, alle sehr freundlich, sehr hilfsbereit
cowe, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Had some spare time, were dropped off by courtesy van to go for walks with good commentary on the way
1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Our ferry sailing was cancelled, and there was no problem arranging new time. The double unit was spacious, private and we enjoyed listening and seeing the birdlife nearby. Definitely recommend to friends.
2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Spacious, bathroom away from main area. Very helpful hosts, included pick up and drop off at terminal. Will look forward to being able to stay there again.
1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great room and all staff at the Bay Motel were wonderful providing helpful advice about things to do, a really useful introduction to the area and taking us to the right places to start a walk.
3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely, large and clean room with a great patio and view! Staff was most pleasant and helpful.
2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great place and lovely people

Great location, lovely views. Jeff and wife lovely people very helpful. Only stayed one night wish it could have been longer. Very clean and beds lovely and nice sheets.
kathy, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Generous studio room with basic kitchen, very comfortable bed, heating and bay glimpses. Free friendly pick-up from, and drop-off to, the ferry was much appreciated!
2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Bay Motel is located on a hill overlooking Half Moon Bay. Our suite was spacious, clean, well-appointed and very comfortable. It also had a nice balcony off the main room to enjoy the lovely view. Jeff and Helen were gracious hosts with Jeff picking us up at the ferry terminal and returning us upon check-out. Couldn't really ask for more!
1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Motel was very clean and tidy, great location and huge rooms with comfy beds.
Steve, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Nice view, great owners/managers that go the extra mile to make your stay a memorable experience!! Great bed, room and bathroom. Nice decor. I’d definitely recommend this motel to my friends and family. ❤️
Eva, 2-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

This is a great location and a nice place to stay.

The hotel owners are very kind people. We enjoyed them very much. The only issue we had was that the room was freezing when we got there and were told the heat didn't come on until 2:00 pm. So we sat there and froze. Other than that, it is a nice place in a very good location near town!
Tom, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

great stay, clean and tidy, comfort bed

great stay, clean and tidy, comfort bed
2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great views from our room, good location and hosts were very friendly and helpful
2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Helpful and friendly host and hostess accommodation perfect with great view
2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Host and hostess were very friendly and helpful. Accommodation was excellent close to village with great view
2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The Bay Motel, Oban, Stewart Island - great views.

We stayed at the Bay Motel between Aug 28 and Sept 2, 2019. We were attending the NZ archaeology conference in Oban, just down the road. We had a magnificent view of the harbour and town. Rhonndda and Jeff looked after us really well, starting by picking us up from the Stewart Island Flights office in town. The weather was so windy and wet most days, but also turned sunny and calm. Bit of everything. The rooms are well heated and comfortable, and protected from the winds. They were happy to fill us in on all activities and places to go around town, and where kiwis might be spotted. The kakas were friendly and visited often on the verandah. Just beautiful. No traffic noise - quiet. I would recommend visiting Stewart Island, doing the walks, visiting the pub (great seafood), and staying at the Bay Motel.
Fiona, 5-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Both host and hostess very welcoming and very informative about the area. Very impress with the motel amenties etc
1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

The property wss in a great location with awesome views
K, 3-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Location was excellent, view was stunning. Shower was forceful and plenty hot water, but I’m not a fan of fixed heads.
3-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

I was given a great room. View of the township and bay and balcony which was a bonus. Room a bit dated but clean and very functional. Probably the best on the Island👍
3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Fabulous location and views-very comfortable. Easy to walk to most places
1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Lovely outlook. Nice clean room with good amenities. Only thing was we would have appreciated a sleep-in but the owner started cleaning the unit next door at 8am and was walking back and forward in front of our sea view room every few minutes. Having said that, her husband was very helpful in giving us a lift to and from the motel with our luggage. Guess she was just being efficient.
Kazza, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Perfect Stay in Oban

Had an amazing stay at Bay View Motel. Great location and an excellent size room with a fabulous view. Will be staying here again.
Kriss, 2-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

The room was large and roomy and exceptionally clean. We did not like the glass door as it let in too much light in the morning. We also did not like having the room attached to the proprietors home as it was extremely loud in the morning very early and we were exhausted and had wanted to sleep in til 7:00 or 8:00. But that was impossible. Sounded like she was moving furniture at 6am.
1-night trip