Dunedin Central, South Island

Live the Dream Own a Proven Dunedin Motel Business

Business Lease $998,000

Business Description

Dunedin 16 units. R&M done. Ready for you now!

Take the opportunity to own and operate one of Dunedin's busiest motels. This profitable 16-unit complex is ideally positioned on the northern route from the city, close to the University of Otago and Dunedin Hospital, two of Dunedin’s largest generators of year-round accommodation demand.

Catering to corporate and leisure travellers, the motel enjoys strong occupancy and is well positioned for continued growth.

As part of the Bella Vista Motel network, the new operator will operate as an independent motelier, however, will benefit from proven operating systems, nationwide marketing and the support of Bella Vista who operate 27 purpose-built motel properties across NZ.

The complex has been meticulously maintained and recently completed was a substantial refurbishment programme. Fresh paint upgraded fittings and well-presented facilities mean there are unlikely no major renovations or deferred maintenance. Simply step in and start welcoming guests.

Bella Vista Dunedin has been independently assessed by Qualmark as providing 4-Star Gold accommodation, reinforcing its reputation for outstanding cleanliness, comfort and quality.

Additional features include ample onsite guest parking and a spacious owner’s residence with three bedrooms and three bathrooms.

The current owners have proudly maintained the motel to an exceptional standard and are now ready to retire. This presents a rare opportunity to acquire a profitable, well-established business with excellent support systems, a prime market position and genuine lifestyle appeal.

Stop dreaming and start living it. Make Bella Vista Dunedin your next business and lifestyle move.

An Information Memorandum is available to download from our website coffeys.co.nz.

Some details of this listing are confidential and can only be disclosed upon completion of a confidentiality agreement, included in the Information Memorandum.

We would welcome your enquiry via this website or direct to DEREK JOHNSON.

Business Summary

Marketing Agent

Derek Johnson

Coffeys

Key Investment Insights

AI generated. Confirm details with the seller.

1. Established 16 unit motel positioned on Dunedin’s northern route, near the University of Otago and Dunedin Hospital.
2. Strong occupancy serves corporate and leisure travellers, supported by nearby year round accommodation demand generators.
3. Substantial refurbishment completed, including fresh paint, upgraded fittings and well presented facilities.
4. No major renovations or deferred maintenance are indicated, enabling an immediate operational transition.
5. Bella Vista network membership provides operating systems, nationwide marketing and ongoing support.
6. Independent Qualmark 4 Star Gold assessment reinforces the motel’s cleanliness, comfort and quality reputation.
7. Spacious three bedroom, three bathroom owner’s residence supports an integrated business and lifestyle opportunity.
8. Ample onsite guest parking complements the motel’s operational infrastructure.
9. Independent motelier ownership preserves operational autonomy while benefiting from Bella Vista’s established network support.
10. Retirement of the current owners creates an opportunity to acquire a well maintained, established operation.