Kelvin Hotel

Hotels
8 (1798 reviews)
20-22 Kelvin Street , Invercargill , nz

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Room service
Family rooms
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Fax/photocopying
Facilities for disabled guests
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Clean
Helpful staff
Good location
Cons:
Noisy rooms
Outdated amenities
Issues with cleanliness in bathrooms

Categories

Cleanliness
7.96
Multiple reviews mention the hotel is clean, but issues with the bathroom cleanliness noted.
Service
8.43
Staff were described as helpful and accommodating in several reviews.
Location
8.47
Consistently highlighted as a positive aspect across multiple reviews.
Room Quality
7.92
Rooms were spacious in some reviews, but also noted for noise and an outdated feel.
Amenities
7.95
Basic amenities provided, with some dissatisfaction noted.
Value for Money
7.91
Generally regarded as good value for the price, but some areas needing upgrades.
Food and Beverage
7.46
Inconsistent feedback; food quality noted positively, but some restaurants closed.
Overall Experience
7.93
Overall a positive experience but with several areas for improvement noted.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 10:45

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation Options
Kelvin Hotel offers deluxe rooms, superior suites, and king suites, all equipped with modern amenities for a comfortable stay.

Dining and Entertainment
Guests can enjoy delicious meals at Level One Restaurant and Bar, with the convenience of room service. Editor's Cut Sports Bar provides entertainment with TAB service and gaming machines.

Convenient Facilities and Nearby Attractions
The hotel offers complimentary valet parking, access to a nearby fitness center, and a guest laundry. Located close to major attractions like Queens Park Golf Course, Botanical Gardens, and Southland Museum and Art Gallery, Kelvin Hotel is the perfect choice for leisure and business travelers alike.

Experience luxury and convenience at Kelvin Hotel. Book your stay now for an unforgettable experience!

Important information:

Your wellbeing and comfort are our priority. Therefore, from December 3, 2021 all visitors are required to provide a valid exemption or be under the age of 12 to visit our Hotel. This includes contractors, suppliers, and our valued guests.

Please contact us directly on 0800 802 829 if you have any questions, we’re happy to help.

Please note that all guests need to provide a valid ID at check-in.
Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Airport code: IVC

Property Policies

  • Groups

    When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Parking

    Free public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not possible).

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 3 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 11 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.

Location

Guest Reviews

8
Based on 1798 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.96
Service: 8.43
Location: 8.47
Room Quality: 7.92
Amenities: 7.95
Value for Money: 7.91
Food and Beverage: 7.46
Overall Experience: 7.93
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Nada • couple • hr
10
2026-03-07 • via Nuitee
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Honi • family_with_children • nz
1
2026-03-06 • via Nuitee
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Stephen • couple • gb
8
2026-03-06 • via Nuitee
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Roger • extended_group • au
8
2026-03-06 • via Nuitee
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Lynn • family_with_children • nz
8
Pros:

Great meal in sports bar ground floor, great staff member

Cons:

Small bed had to use extra single as bed too small for two

2026-03-05 • via Nuitee
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Brenda • solo_traveller • nz
10
2026-03-05 • via Nuitee
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Andy • couple • gb
8
Pros:

Central location

Cons:

Very poor breakfast

2026-03-04 • via Nuitee
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Sharyn • solo_traveller • au
9
Location was great and clean room.
Pros:

Location was good for wandering around town.

Cons:

Fridge in room wasn’t working properly plus room was warm even with windows open.

2026-03-04 • via Nuitee
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JULIA • couple • nz
10
Excellent second stay and will staying again next time we go to Stewart Island ,close to airport
Pros:

We booked a two bed room which we got, wonderfully spacious, also had an excellent dinner in the hotel restaurent

Cons:

Nothing

2026-03-04 • via Nuitee
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Sarah • family_with_children • nz
10
Pros:

The friendly staff

2026-03-03 • via Nuitee
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Alex • family_with_children • nz
5
Pros:

Good location and friendly staff.

Cons:

Very basic and rooms a little tired.

2026-03-01 • via Nuitee
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Pip • couple • au
7
2026-03-01 • via Nuitee
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Nicholas • family_with_children • au
8
2026-02-28 • via Nuitee
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Julie • couple • nz
8
Great
Pros:

Central location

Cons:

Construction on building directly opposite your room all night , scaffolding being put up and very loud music.
Hotel staff did their best best to address this , shifted to another room in the other side of the hotel . Grateful for this and some sleep .

2026-02-28 • via Nuitee
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Helenena • family_with_children • nz
8
2026-02-27 • via Nuitee
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Hailey • couple • nz
8
Felt very homely
Pros:

Very central, very tidy. Friendly staff and good amenities, parking was super convenient

Cons:

Furnishings felt a little bit dated but it was a very reasonable price and the stay was lovely so that’s nothing too major at all

2026-02-26 • via Nuitee
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Colin • solo_traveller • nz
8
Great stay
Pros:

Clea. Very tidy for a older property. Room was very comfortable. Cabinetry could be updated to modern but it's st6 tidy for its age.

2026-02-26 • via Nuitee
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Gordon • couple • nz
7
Happy, will stay there again.
Pros:

Location great, cheery & helpful book in and check out service.

Cons:

Wi-Fi was dreadful as it kept cutting out. No air conditioning meant we had to open the windows for one night.

2026-02-26 • via Nuitee
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JULIA • couple • nz
9
2026-02-25 • via Nuitee
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pete • couple • nz
9
2026-02-24 • via Nuitee