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Monarch Motel

4.0 star property
4-star motel in Hawthorndale

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Indoor spa tub
Lobby
A garden area with a variety of flowering plants and a picnic table.
Desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free), bed sheets
Exterior

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Breakfast available
  • Business services
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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633 Tay Street (state Highway 1), Invercargill, 9810
  • Place, Surrey Park
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Bill Richardson Transport World
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Stadium Southland
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Airport, Invercargill (IVC)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Room options

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A hotel room with a large bed, a TV, a desk, and a kitchenette.

Studio

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(32 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, and a chair. There are three wall-mounted paintings of flowers.

Apartment, 1 Bedroom (4 people)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • 452 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, each with a rolled white towel. The room has beige walls, a white door with louvered shutters, and a carpeted floor.

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

  • 646 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 3 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free), bed sheets

Spa Bath Apartment (3 people)

  • 517 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Apartment, 1 Bedroom (2 people) | Desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free), bed sheets

Apartment, 1 Bedroom (2 people)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 517 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free), bed sheets

Apartment, 1 Bedroom (3 People)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 517 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Studio

A hotel room with a large bed, a TV, a desk with a chair, and a kitchenette.

Studio

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Apartment, 1 Bedroom (4 people)

A compact room with a kitchenette, a bed with patterned bedding, and a small seating area with stools.

Apartment, 1 Bedroom (4 people)

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, each with a rolled white towel.

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

  • Sleeps 6
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Invercargill

Hawthorndale stay.Within a 10-minute walk of this Hawthorndale motel, you'll find Surrey Park and Bill Richardson Transport World. Stadium Southland and Dig This Invercargill are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Surrey Park - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Bill Richardson Transport World - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Dig This Invercargill - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Stadium Southland - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Splash Palace - 7 min drive - 3.8 miles

Getting around

  • Invercargill (IVC) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Cheeky Llama Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Invercargill Pizzeria - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Main Street Cafe & Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Saucy Chef Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Mevlana Kebabs - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Monarch Motel

4-star motel in Hawthorndale
Public spaces have free WiFi. You'll find a business center on site. The business-friendly Monarch Motel also features tour/ticket assistance, a garden, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. Self parking is free.

This 4-star Invercargill motel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • 22 guestrooms or units
  • Business facilities
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Garden
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • No smoking on site
Monarch Motel offers 22 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Accommodations at this 4-star motel have kitchenettes with refrigerators and microwaves.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Total with taxes and fees
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Property amenities

Family friendly

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

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Things to do

  • Playground

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)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 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 daily from 7:30 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free
  • Only dogs are allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
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, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property class

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 Monarch Motel to the airport?

Monarch Motel is 3.9 mi (8-min drive) away from the Invercargill (IVC) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Monarch Motel?

As of Aug 2, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Monarch Motel on Aug 8, 2026 start from $93, 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 Monarch Motel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Monarch Motel.

How close is Monarch Motel to the beach?

This motel is 8.4 mi (16-min drive) from Oreti Beach.

Does Monarch Motel offer free breakfast?

Monarch Motel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Monarch Motel?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at Monarch Motel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Monarch Motel?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Monarch Motel have a pool?

Monarch Motel does not have a pool.

Does Monarch Motel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Monarch Motel to downtown Invercargill?

Monarch Motel is 2 mi away from Invercargill.

Monarch Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 279 out of 471 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 156 out of 471 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 22 out of 471 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 471 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 471 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lesley

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Clean room, very comfortable bed - great location for our needs
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Deon

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really friendly greeting when I arrived for check in and a large and very comfortable room and bed.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and the room was very comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Erin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
What stood out for us was the well equipped kitchen & the comfortable bed.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was amazing stay
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room, staff were great and room was warm and safe
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
fantastic hosts, friendly and accommodating. will stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Peter and Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great facilities especially the full length mirror, nice stay all round
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay, room was lovely and staff super helpful
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Keri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very pleasant stay, staff efficient and friendly 😊
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Vassa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was clean comfortable bed Had everything we needed. The spa they advise is out of commission That was disappointing.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice basic place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tarlton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay thanks
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Gwen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place, will be back again
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were so clean, bed very comfy. Would definitely stay again
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Giulio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great accomodation, always reliable.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Nioelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and everything nice and clean
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Joshua

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Would defs atay there again
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect accommodation for a work trip, thank you
Verified review

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location for our road trip
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place very reasonable price. Will stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice motel friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
generally pleasant place to be
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good option if staying in invercargill. Easy parking and just down the road from the must see transport museum.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024