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Townsman Motor Lodge

4.0 star property
4-star motel in Invercargill City Centre

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Studio | Living area | 50-inch Smart TV with digital channels, TV
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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
  • Laundry
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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195 Tay Street, Invercargill, 9810
  • Place, Otepuni Gardens
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Civic Theatre
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Classic Motorcycle Mecca
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Invercargill (IVC)
    ‪5 min drive‬

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Studio | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Studio

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Apartment, 1 Bedroom | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Apartment, 1 Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 441 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Living area | 50-inch Smart TV with digital channels, TV

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 592 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Living area | 50-inch Smart TV with digital channels, TV

Superior Apartment, 1 Bedroom

  • 463 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Invercargill

City center retreat .Within a 10-minute walk of this Invercargill City Centre motel, you'll find First Presbyterian Church and Rugby Park Stadium. Civic Theatre and Otepuni Gardens are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Otepuni Gardens - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Toetoes Bay - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Civic Theatre - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Rugby Park Stadium - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Classic Motorcycle Mecca - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Queenstown Intl. Airport (ZQN) - 129 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ten Ten Thai Street Food - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪St. Pierres - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Tuatara Cafe / Bar - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Waxy O'Shea's Irish Pub - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Banh Mi - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Townsman Motor Lodge

4-star motel in Invercargill City Centre
Townsman Motor Lodge offers its guests complimentary newspapers in the lobby, laundry facilities, and dry cleaning/laundry services. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Invercargill motel.

  • 27 guestrooms or units
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Computer for guest use
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Smoking in designated areas
Townsman Motor Lodge offers 27 accommodations with safes and irons/ironing boards. Accommodations at this 4-star motel have kitchenettes with refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include showers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. 50-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels. Housekeeping is offered daily and hair dryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 50-inch smart TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Room service

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8:30 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Monday - Friday (7:30 AM - 9:00 PM) and Saturday - Sunday (8:00 AM - 8:30 PM)
Guests will receive key retrieval information
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk, key retrieval

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

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

Property 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, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, Union Pay, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Townsman Motor Lodge to the airport?

Townsman Motor Lodge is 2.4 mi (5-min drive) away from the Invercargill (IVC) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Townsman Motor Lodge?

As of Mar 7, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Townsman Motor Lodge on Apr 2, 2026 start from $115, 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.

Does Townsman Motor Lodge have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Townsman Motor Lodge.

How close is Townsman Motor Lodge to the beach?

This motel is 6.7 mi (11-min drive) from Oreti Beach.

Does Townsman Motor Lodge offer free breakfast?

Townsman Motor Lodge does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Townsman Motor Lodge?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at Townsman Motor Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8:30 PM.

Is there free parking at Townsman Motor Lodge?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Townsman Motor Lodge have a pool?

Townsman Motor Lodge does not have a pool.

Does Townsman Motor Lodge have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Townsman Motor Lodge to downtown Invercargill?

Townsman Motor Lodge is 0.6 mi away from Invercargill.

Townsman Motor Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 96 out of 139 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 34 out of 139 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 139 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 139 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 139 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Easy place to stay, clean but no A/C unit.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wesley

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great classic property extremely well cared for and presented thankyou guys.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff at reception were helpful and friendly - checkin/checkout was a breeze
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Claire

Really love the receptionist who introduced us to a few fabulous eateries:).
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Ideal for what we needed. Within walking distance of all the motorcycle places my husband wanted to visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fiona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Comfortable and surprisingly quiet

Thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Great to have laundry on site. Very hospitable and comfortable room with everything you need.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

David

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great value

Amazing value and close to town. Friendly, helpful staff and easy parking
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lesley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Abbigail

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly service and amazing, clean & spacious apartment for great value for money. Will highly recommend A
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was easy to find, staff friendly and helpful and was in a great location. Supermarket just across the road. We had a kitchen so we opted to eat in. Grabbed a roast chook and assorted salads from the supermarket (known as Woollies in AUS). Very comfortable. Walked to the CBD. Would highly recommend ASURE.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Amani, Auckland

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bill

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was ideally located for visiting family, supermarket shopping and attending a funeral across the road!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy to find from the airport Local to a supermarket and filing station. Comfortable bed and great night's sleep
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thanks to the staff, they went out of their way to ensure we had a lovely stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amalia Jesica

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Jill

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Just spent 10 nights at this property. Its location is great, and the on-site parking is good. There is a good guest laundry which you pay a small charge for to use the washer and dryer. The two-bedroom Unit we had was a good size, with a King bed in the master. However I found the heating in the Unit to be inadequate, the very small fridge didn't seal properly, the beds were quite firm (maybe a topper could be an option available). Nowhere to store clothes only hanging space. In the bathroom there was no door on the separate toilet. The shower had a lid on it so got quite steamy and there was no vanity to store anything just a sink and vanity top. Our kitchen was very small but not sure what other Units would be like.
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

J

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Nicola F

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

OK for one night

I had a large suite, which was warm and light. Very quiet too, considering it's on the main road. The bed and pillows were really firm, so I didn't sleep too well. Unfortunately reception seemed a little unimpressed with everything and wasn't the most cheerful. Might have caught her on a bad day. Good location, near all the other motels, relatively short walk to town and just across the road from Countdown.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Susan, Kula

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The unit was clean and had enough space for our family of 5.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carla

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice place
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

4/10 Poor

David

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Retired Doctor

I have traveled many places and used many hotels over the years. Among them, it was ranked 1st, 2nd, and 3rd among the truly memorable places. In particular, what is comparable to other places is that the owner runs everything himself, of course, with well-trained staff, he is friendly, clean, etc., and does a thorough job of welcoming customers. The convenient thing about staying here was that everything a traveler needed was nearby. I had a very comfortable rest as the city center, numerous parks, Gulf, and restaurants are all within a 10-minute walk. Although it was a small hotel, I was impressed by the owner's hard work and dedication to customer care. I pray for your success. Thank you all.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024