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.
What's nearby
Burt Munro - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
Bill Richardson Transport World - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
Civic Theatre - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
Rugby Park Stadium - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
Southland Hospital - 5 min drive - 3.7 km
Getting around
Invercargill (IVC) - 6 min drive
Restaurants
Fat Bastard Pies - 13 min walk
The Batch Cafe - 12 min walk
Subway - 17 min walk
Invercargill Pizzaria - 16 min walk
Lone Star Cafe - 17 min walk
About this property
Colonial Motel Invercargill
Colonial aparthotel in Invercargill with free parking
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.
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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
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 at the property
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
This property is professionally cleaned
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
National rating
For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our ratings system.
Frequently asked questions
Is Colonial Motel Invercargill pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
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.
Colonial Motel Invercargill Reviews
Reviews
8.8
Excellent
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Very friendly and welcoming manager unit was very clean with everything you need and close proximity to shops and tourist attractions
Lyndell
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
8/10 Good
Mark
12 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Comfortable bed and had all amenities we needed.
Mark
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
David
16 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very presentable. They could a bit of Painting to tidy things up a little. Overall an enjoyable stay.
David
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Clyde
28 Feb 2025
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.
Clyde
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
miranda
7 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Best accommodation on our trip, nice and modern, perfect for a family
miranda
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Brendon
1 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Friendly staff that were only too happy to help. Spacious room was nice as well.
Brendon
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Carole
10 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Staff very helpful and welcoming. Good facilities. Comfy bed. Very quiet. Good parking.
Carole
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Eric
19 Feb 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The motel unit was spacious, comfortable and quiet. It was very good value for money.
Eric
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
6/10 Okay
Maree
1 May 2025
Liked: Communication
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
I have stayed here before but on the other new side, so was expecting a similar unit to that not an old one.
Maree
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Larry
2 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
I booked this motel for my elderly parents. They really enjoyed their stay. They felt safe, it was quiet and very clean with comfy beds.
Larry
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
8/10 Good
Julie
26 Feb 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Lovely lady checked us in and room was very well appointed
Probably only down side were the glasses were so small so had to have a gin and tonic in a mug
This is a neat property. The 2 bedroom apartment was spacious and clean and the bed very comfortable.
The bathroom needs an upgrade.
Susanne Teresa
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Sandee
14 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Had a wonderful stay at The Colonial Motel. The lady at check-in was incredibly friendly and welcoming. Our room was very clean & neat with everything we needed for a comfortable stay. Highly recommend this hotel and wil
Sandee
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
8/10 Good
Hugh
17 Feb 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Nice people. Good service for a reasonable tariff
Hugh
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Shane
9 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Stayed almost a week for National Super Champs Squash tournament and absolutely loved our stay at the refurbished Colonial. Lovely owners whom we got to meet and congratulate on their impressive improvements.
Shane
8/10 Good
KEVIN
11 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Lovely accomodation. Would recommend you stay. Quiet and very clean. Great restaurant Saucy Chef in walking distance.
KEVIN
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Ruth
15 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Awesome place
Clean tidy spacious room
Ruth
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
HYEJIN
26 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Pretty friendly Inception staff, and huge room i had amazing experience thank you!
HYEJIN
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Colin
18 Apr 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Nice place to stay.
Colin
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
8/10 Good
Michele
3 Feb 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Stayed for a family wedding. Had everything we required. Lovely people. Spacious.
Michele
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Craig
5 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The friendliness & helpfulness of the staff was above & beyond superb.
Craig
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Felipe
13 Nov 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication