Colonial Motel

Motels
143 Mary Street, Richmond , Invercargill , nz

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Room service
Heating
Family rooms
Laundry
Luggage storage
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Clean and tidy
Great location
Comfortable beds
Friendly service
Cons:
Some rooms are dated
Issues with certain beds
Minor maintenance needed

Categories

Cleanliness
8.34
Generally clean and tidy; notable issues with some rooms not being up to date.
Service
9.31
Managers were friendly and very helpful, contributing to a positive experience.
Location
9.35
Super central location, convenient for accessing local amenities.
Room Quality
8.3
Rooms were spacious and comfortable, though some beds had issues.
Amenities
8.83
Well-equipped units with necessary facilities; some maintenance issues noted.
Value for Money
8.79
Excellent value for an economic option; pricing reflects quality.
Food and Beverage
8.34
Basic provisions; suggestions for additional non-caffeinated beverages.
Overall Experience
9.11
Overall a very pleasant stay with willingness to return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 00:25

Property Description

Convenient Location

Explore Invercargill

Comfortable Apartments

Book your stay at Colonial Motel for a relaxing and convenient experience. Enjoy self-contained apartments with flat-screen TVs and unlimited free WiFi. Just a short drive from the city center, our motel is the perfect base to explore Invercargill's attractions like Splash Palace and Stadium Southland. The fully equipped kitchen, separate lounge, and dining area in each apartment provide all the comforts of home. Upgrade to a unit with a spa bath for extra relaxation. Don't miss out on this cozy retreat during your visit to Invercargill!

Important information:

Please let Colonial Motel know your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property using the contact details found on the booking confirmation.

The office is open:
Monday to Friday 7:30 - 21:00
Saturday 8:00 - 21:00
Sunday 8:00 - 18:30

Please note that Colonial Motel does not accept payments with American Express and Diners Club credit cards.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Location

Guest Reviews

Cleanliness: 8.34
Service: 9.31
Location: 9.35
Room Quality: 8.3
Amenities: 8.83
Value for Money: 8.79
Food and Beverage: 8.34
Overall Experience: 9.11
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Elliott • solo_traveller • nz
10
2026-07-25 • via Nuitee
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Matthew • solo_traveller • nz
9
2026-07-24 • via Nuitee
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Denyse • solo_traveller • nz
10
Pros:

Loca

2026-07-22 • via Nuitee
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Donald • extended_group • nz
10
2026-07-22 • via Nuitee
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Wendy Hillerich • solo_traveller • nz
9
2026-07-19 • via Nuitee
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Corey • couple • nz
4
Not impressed overall
Pros:

The price

Cons:

The bed fridge had food in it top of oven dirty

2026-07-18 • via Nuitee
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Michael • family_with_children • nz
8
2026-07-18 • via Nuitee
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Poppa & NannieFrog • solo_traveller • nz
5
Pros:

Great location, great staff, great instructions on end of stay key card returns, well equipped kitchen utensils

Cons:

Heated water set too low, toilet room too small, toilet seat incorrect for toilet bowl, teaspoons same height as cup.
Bed very hard, furniture too soft, both need updating.

2026-07-16 • via Nuitee
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Travis • solo_traveller • nz
10
2026-07-16 • via Nuitee
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Moffatt • solo_traveller • nz
8
2026-07-16 • via Nuitee
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Roy • solo_traveller • nz
9
2026-07-14 • via Nuitee
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Nigel • solo_traveller • nz
10
2026-07-12 • via Nuitee
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Natasha • family_with_children • nz
8
Clean and tidy, nice and warm for a winters day. Good value for money. Thanks!
2026-07-11 • via Nuitee
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bazza • couple • nz
10
Very happy .Will stay again.
Pros:

Lovely and clean. Tv lounge and bedroom. Got there heater was on. Awesome 👌

Cons:

Nothing all good.

2026-07-10 • via Nuitee
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Sabeen • family_with_children • nz
7
2026-07-09 • via Nuitee
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Joey Francis • solo_traveller • ph
10
2026-07-06 • via Nuitee
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John • couple • nz
7
Good location warm and comfortable
Pros:

Clean quite location nice staff

Cons:

No outside lights

2026-07-03 • via Nuitee
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Chand • solo_traveller • fj
10
Short
Pros:

Big living area and spacious rooms

Cons:

N.A

2026-07-02 • via Nuitee
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Sally • solo_traveller • nz
8
2026-07-02 • via Nuitee
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Shaylee • solo_traveller • au
10
Pros:

Great place to stay! Very clean, comfortable and large rooms too. Brand new and modern inside. Would recommend .

Cons:

Nothing.

2026-07-02 • via Nuitee