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Colonial Motel Invercargill

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A living room with a sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a cabinet.
Terrace/patio
Front of property
Reception
Bathroom

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Laundry room
  • Outdoor space
The current price is NZ$146
includes taxes & fees
14 May - 15 May

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143 Mary Street, Invercargill, Southland, 9810
  • Place, Surrey Park
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Burt Munro
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Stadium Southland
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Airport, Invercargill (IVC)
    ‪7 min drive‬

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Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 3 Single Beds

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Executive Apartment, 1 Bedroom

  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Living area

Superior Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

  • 70 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 3 Single Beds

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Private kitchen

Superior Apartment, 3 Bedrooms

  • 100 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 4 Single Beds OR 6 Single Beds

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Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

  • Sleeps 5

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Room

Executive Apartment, 1 Bedroom

  • Sleeps 3

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Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom

  • Sleeps 2

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Private kitchen

Superior Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

  • Sleeps 5

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Superior Apartment, 3 Bedrooms

  • Sleeps 6

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A living room with a sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a cabinet.

Deluxe Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

  • Garden view
  • 80 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 3 Single Beds

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About the area

Invercargill

Richmond, a neighbourhood in Invercargill, is home to Colonial Motel Invercargill. Southland Museum and Art Gallery and E Hayes & Sons are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Invercargill Cenotaph and South African War Memorial. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Rugby Park Stadium or Stadium Southland.
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What's nearby

  • Southland Museum and Art Gallery - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Surrey Park - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Burt Munro - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Stadium Southland - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Civic Theatre - 18 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Invercargill (IVC) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Cheeky Llama Cafe - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪The Saucy Chef Restaurant - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪EUNA - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Mevlana Kebabs - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬17 min walk

About this property

Colonial Motel Invercargill

This smoke-free aparthotel features dry cleaning, laundry facilities and tour/ticket assistance. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include barbecues and a picnic area. Each apartment features a kitchen with a stovetop and a microwave, plus free WiFi and a TV with digital channels. Guests can appreciate conveniences, such as a sitting area and an electric kettle, and other amenities include room service and free tea bags/instant coffee.
Colonial Motel Invercargill offers 13 air-conditioned accommodations, with a hairdryer. This accommodation offers separate sitting areas. Accommodation at this 4-star aparthotel has kitchens with stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils.

This Invercargill aparthotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Televisions come with digital channels. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 9 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Monday - Saturday (9:00 AM - 9 PM) and Sunday - Sunday (9:00 AM - 6:00 PM)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is professionally cleaned

National rating

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities and services.

Frequently asked questions

Is Colonial Motel Invercargill pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Colonial Motel Invercargill?

As of 6 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Colonial Motel Invercargill on 14 May 2026 start from NZ$146, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Colonial Motel Invercargill?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Colonial Motel Invercargill?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 9 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Colonial Motel Invercargill?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is Colonial Motel Invercargill located?

Located in Richmond, this aparthotel is within a 15-minute walk of Invercargill Visitor Information Centre, Invercargill Cenotaph and Surrey Park. Burt Munro and Southland Museum and Art Gallery are also within 15 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

Colonial Motel Invercargill Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 222 out of 407 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 132 out of 407 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 39 out of 407 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 407 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 407 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Kylie

Liked: Cleanliness, communication
Comfortable motel for a family of 5
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Excellent family that run the motel. Very hospitable. Room was great with excellent amenities. This is a great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeanvieve

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
The staff was effusively welcoming, and this was the best bed/shower quality combination I have experienced in the south end thus far!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Glenn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very handy to Queens Park where I was taking part in a sporting event. Cooking facilities were very good.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Grant

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
Comfortable premises, albeit a little tired. Very friendly proprietor.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Natassia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
Great room
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angie

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Lovely clean place with extremely helpful staff.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Huazhen

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
The staff is very nice and helpful. The parking space is right in front of the building.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hector

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
All very good
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

miranda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Best accommodation on our trip, nice and modern, perfect for a family
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Natassia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
Clean
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mohd Sukeri

Good place to stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Colin

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Nice place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lyndell

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and welcoming manager unit was very clean with everything you need and close proximity to shops and tourist attractions
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Comfortable bed and had all amenities we needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Clean and warm
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Murray

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Good facilities for a comfortable stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Good location good value and very helpful host
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very tidy and comfortable and affordable would definitely stay again
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Easy access, nice quiet location close to explore everything Invercargill & the bluff has to offer!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

DOUG

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Clean, updated rooms Great for a family or a couple
Verified

8/10 Good

Jodi

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Price was very reasonable. Clean and tidy.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Clyde

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Friendly helpful service and warm comfortable unit. Would definitely stay here again, we had a great time in Invercargill.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Friendly and attentive staff. Great accommodation.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Jessie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Clean, fairly new, well equipped, good parking, great value.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024