About this property
With panoramic views of the Tasman Sea, The Bay Motel overlooks Halfmoon Bay on Stewart Island. It features a nearby golf course, a free shuttle service and free private parking on site. All modern apartments include a seating area with satellite TV and a kitchen with fridge, microwave, tea/coffee making facilities. Rooms open out on a private balcony, with views of the bay or surrounding bush. The spacious rooms also offer free WiFi, electric blankets and individually controlled central heating. Laundry service is available upon request. There is also a barbecue area in an undercover courtyard. The Bay Motel is a 5-minutes’ walk from shops and restaurants; its location allows many hiking and trekking possibilities in the native forests of Rakiura National Park.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Airport shuttle (free)
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Free WiFi
- Free parking
- Non-smoking rooms
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Fritha
New Zealand“Very nice motel and will definitely stay again, thank you for looking after our bags while we were hiking and for picking us up and checking us in early and for use of the laundry, all much appreciated. Very comfortable and lovely to be able to...” - Garry
Australia“Fantastic view and short walk to the pub and wharf. Got picked up from flight centre, bed comfortable, kitchen facilities basic but more than enough.” - Trevor
Czech Republic“It was close to everything, and we had a great view from our balcony, especially of the glorious sunrise.” - Helen
United Kingdom“Came and picked us up from the ferry and gave us a run down of what was available on the island. Rooms were clean, comfortable, spacious and with great views over the bay. In the winter there is only one place open for food and the Bay Motel is...” - Joanne United Kingdom“The motel was exceptional. It was clean and in an excellent location. We were picked up off the ferry by the shuttle and returned to the ferry for departure. Our room was ready on arrival at 11am and staff really friendly.”
- Siti
Singapore“The proximity to wildlife. We had kaka visiting us!” - Beth New Zealand“View over the bay. Warm and comfortable Spacious unit”
- Steve New Zealand“Well appointed room, great heating, decent reading lights, plenty of room, kitchen facilities were very good, quiet location, really fantastic native bird life right around the motel, so good to have kaka living next door(!), motel staff loaned us...”
Valerie Australia“Everything about the property and staff was incredible. The view was spectacular and worth the money alone. Everything was clean and comfortable. Photos don't do the room justice!”- Lawrence New Zealand“Location, staff picked up and dropped us off very accommodating,”
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House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
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Cot and extra bed policies
The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
There are no extra beds available at this property.
All cots are subject to availability.
The fine print
Please note that Bay Motel does not accept payment with American Express.
Please note that there is a 2% charge when you pay with a credit card.
Payment via bank transfer or EFTPOS is available.
Please inform The Bay Motel in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
