Kelvin Hotel

3.5 star property
3.5-star hotel in Invercargill City Centre

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Standard Room, Non Smoking, Balcony (King Suite) | Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; southern cuisine
Exterior
Superior Room, Non Smoking (Superior Suite) | Living area | TV
Lobby lounge

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Breakfast available
  • Business services
  • Bar
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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20 Kelvin Street, Invercargill, 9810
  • Place, Civic Theatre
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Classic Motorcycle Mecca
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Toetoes Bay
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Airport, Invercargill (IVC)
    ‪4 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, Non Smoking (Triple Room)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)
  • 366 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Twin Bed

Superior Room, Non Smoking (Superior Suite)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 581 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Small Double

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Room, Non Smoking (Twin Room)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(20 reviews)
  • 312 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Premium King Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(17 reviews)
  • 312 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, Non Smoking (Queen Room)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(14 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Premium Queen room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 581 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Invercargill

Invercargill City Centre stay.With a stay at this Invercargill City Centre hotel, you'll be steps from Civic Theatre and Toetoes Bay. Classic Motorcycle Mecca and St. John's Anglican Church are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Civic Theatre - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Classic Motorcycle Mecca - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Toetoes Bay - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Otepuni Gardens - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • St. Mary's Basilica - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles

Getting around

  • Invercargill (IVC) - 4 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ten Ten Thai Street Food - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Pig Station - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪St. Pierres - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Lone Star - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Tuatara Cafe / Bar - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Kelvin Hotel

3.5-star hotel in Invercargill City Centre
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. You'll find a 24-hour business center on site.

Public spaces have free WiFi. A vending machine, tour/ticket assistance, and laundry facilities are also featured at the business-friendly Kelvin Hotel. You'll have access to the health club at a partner property.

This 3.5-star Invercargill hotel is smoke free.

  • 60 guestrooms or units
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Kelvin Hotel offers 60 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include showers. This Invercargill hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee 6:00 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; NZD 23 to 28 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator (79 inch wide door)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed on Sunday:
  • Fitness facility
The following facilities are closed on Sunday:
  • Dining venue(s)

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately NZD 23.00 to 28.00 per person

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, and JCB International. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

National rating

Rating provided by Qualmark®, source of official star ratings for accommodation in New Zealand.

Property is also known as

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Kelvin Hotel Invercargill
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Kelvin Hotel Invercargill, South Island
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Frequently asked questions

How close is Kelvin Hotel to the airport?

Kelvin Hotel is 2 mi (4-min drive) away from the Invercargill (IVC) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Kelvin Hotel?

As of Mar 11, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Kelvin Hotel on Mar 15, 2026 start from $97, 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 Kelvin Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Kelvin Hotel.

How close is Kelvin Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is 6.4 mi (12-min drive) from Oreti Beach.

Does Kelvin Hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Kelvin Hotel, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of between NZD 23.00 and 28.00 per person. It's available on weekdays from 6:00 AM to 9:30 AM and weekends from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Kelvin Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Kelvin Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Kelvin Hotel?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does Kelvin Hotel have a pool?

Kelvin Hotel does not have a pool.

Does Kelvin Hotel have a restaurant?

Kelvin Hotel is home to Level One, which features southern cuisine.

Does Kelvin Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Kelvin Hotel to downtown Invercargill?

Kelvin Hotel is 0.2 mi away from Invercargill.

Kelvin Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 457 out of 997 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 372 out of 997 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 113 out of 997 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 44 out of 997 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 997 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Constantine, Avondale

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel with excellent service. The only thing missing is aircon to cool the room in summer.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Damian

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Patricia

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and well laid out. Had three beds which was great for us but we only had one blanket (stored in closet) as bed was made with very light covers. Shower and toilet in separate rooms was great so multiple people can get their stuff done. Three beds but only one blanket - why? Only other complaint was that the outlet I used, although I turned it on, did not charge my phone overnight - my fault as I should have checked that it was charging.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Zane

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Exactly as we expected
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zane

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were very helpful and attentive
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Steve

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Yes
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

John

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes the was very good. The food was average
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cherry, Whangarei

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good value older style 🏨
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
This hotel was just what we needed! We had a terrific room on the 5th floor and noticed they provide guests use of washer & dryer gratis. You only need to buy $2 washing liquid or buy your own. It seems like the town is fairly compact but we did notice that almost everywhere requires paid parking so their free parking for guests is a welcome bonus! Only complaint is the temps were very warm in the room & hallways.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness
Pretty good hotel for a small town. The hotel is in a great location, close to the mall, shops, cafes and restaurants. While the decor is dated, the rooms are spacious and super clean - room service staff do an amazing job. The bathrooms have clearly recently been renovated and I couldn't fault them in any way. A couple of negatives: - the hotel still uses old style keys - large, metallic and clunky, rather than card keys. - being on the older side, the hotel is not well sound-proofed, the walls are super thin and I could the people either side of me through them. - the doors are not soft-closing and make an awfully loud bang when people let them slam shut. On my last night's stay, which fell on a weekend, I was woken up numerous times by people coming and going and letting their doors slam shut. Otherwise, not a bad stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Steve, Tauranga

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
a good little hotel
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

A

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Bar staff friendly and well stocked No issues and nice and quiet
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

Laila

The room was
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Peter

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great staff. Shower doors were faulty. The wind kept blowing a loose item in the ceiling causing a banging noise.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Joycelyn TM

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
The rooms decor or look and feel could do with an upgrade. Maybe a bit of colour or new fresh look for the room. The ironing board could do with a new cover, the bathroom amenties should be provided enough for the amount of people checking in the room. That is three people, sharing what has been provided which is enough for one person. Thank you to the receptionist that did my laminating for me, very much appreciated :)
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

SAMUEL

Business traveler
The rooms were okay, but can be quite noisy with doors etc. In this survey it asked about the free breakfast which is not free as you have to pay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie, Kalona

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Poor drink options-crappy red wine! Not given options for coffee at Bradstreet, though specified on menu at checkin. Same with smoothies.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cindy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was excellent, scrambled eggs cooked to perfection not rubbery, hash browns crispy, bacon not over cooked, bake beans, mushrooms tasty. All this plus continental breakfast and juice, coffee and tea. Staff really friendly and customer focused. Our plane couldn't land in Invercargill so we returned to Auckland and could rebook another flight until two days later. The hotel were so understanding and made a note that we were unable to stay for two nights. Because we booked online we had to go back to Expedia who just call the hotel confirmed that we were not book in yet and within 2 hours we received refund for 2 days. Loved our stay and would highly recommend this hotel.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cindy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was really yummy, scrambled eggs, bacon, sausages, hash browns, mushrooms so tasty, cereals, yogurt and fruit fresh - reasonably price. Staff so helpful and rooms clean every day. Highly recommended
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

nicole

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, easy complimentary hotel parking close by with in/out privileges. Ate at on-site bar and food was fantastic! Clean rooms, Comfortable beds & great shower pressure!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025