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388 on Tay Motel

2.0 star property

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A modern hotel with a reception area, a parking lot, and a well-lit entrance.
A living room with a sofa, chairs, a coffee table, and a TV.
A compact living space with a kitchenette, a dining area, and a TV.
A room with a TV on a cabinet, a sofa, a table, and a large window with a view of the outside.
A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a small kitchenette, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Housekeeping
The current price is NZ$190
includes taxes & fees
5 July - 6 July

Explore the area

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388 Tay Street, Invercargill, 9810
  • Place, Bill Richardson Transport World
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Surrey Park
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Stadium Southland
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Invercargill (IVC)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Traditional Studio

A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a small kitchenette, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

Traditional Studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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One Bedroom | Living area

One Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for One Bedroom Executive

A compact living space with a kitchenette, a dining area, and a TV.

One Bedroom Executive

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Two Bedroom Unit

A bedroom with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a window with curtains, and a view of greenery outside.

Two Bedroom Unit

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 3 Single Beds and 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Comfort Room, 1 Bedroom, Accessible

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Invercargill

At 388 on Tay Motel you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of Bill Richardson Transport World and Surrey Park. Highlights at this hotel include in-room free WiFi and LCD TVs. .Sights within a 15-minute walk of this Turnbull Thompson Park hotel include Stadium Southland and Invercargill Cenotaph.

What's nearby

  • Bill Richardson Transport World - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Surrey Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Stadium Southland - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Burt Munro - 7 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Civic Theatre - 7 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

  • Invercargill (IVC) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Cheeky Llama Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Invercargill Pizzeria - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Saucy Chef Restaurant - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪EUNA - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Main Street Cafe & Restaurant - ‬3 min drive

About this property

388 on Tay Motel

Self parking is free.

This Invercargill hotel is smoke free.

  • 13 guestrooms or units
  • Storage area for luggage
  • No smoking on site
388 on Tay Motel offers 13 accommodations with a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board. This individually furnished accommodation has separate sitting areas. Fridges and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries.

This Invercargill hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. 32-inch LCD televisions come with satellite channels. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar in shower
  • High-pile carpet in room
  • In-room roll-in shower
  • No lift
  • Portable shower seat
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Wheelchair-accessible bathroom vanity

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toaster

More

  • Heating
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Monday - Friday (8:00 AM - 7:00 PM) and Saturday - Sunday (8:30 AM - 7:00 PM)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for NZD 35.0 per stay.

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.

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 35.0 per stay

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, debit cards and cash
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, debit cards and cash.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

388 on Tay Motel Hotel
388 on Tay Motel Invercargill
388 on Tay Motel Hotel Invercargill

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at 388 on Tay Motel ?

388 on Tay Motel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at 388 on Tay Motel ?

As of 4 Jul 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 388 on Tay Motel on 5 Jul 2026 start from NZ$190, 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.

Is parking available at 388 on Tay Motel ?

Yep, 388 on Tay Motel has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to 388 on Tay Motel ?

The closest beach to 388 on Tay Motel is Oreti Beach (11.4 km).

Does 388 on Tay Motel have a waterslide?

No, there is no waterslide at 388 on Tay Motel , but Splash Palace is a short 18-minute walk away.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at 388 on Tay Motel ?

No, 388 on Tay Motel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at 388 on Tay Motel ?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at 388 on Tay Motel ?

No, pets are not allowed.

388 on Tay Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 30 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 30 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 30 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 30 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 30 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

PIlar

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was clean it had eveeything that we needed and the spa bath 👌 perfect way to relax at the end of the day
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas J

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The owner was very nice, the room had everything it should and was clean as a whistle, and I slept like a rock, both nights.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and quiet, very nice kiwi property owners and or managers. Clean and tidy exactly as advertised, will definitely stay again next time I’m in Invercargill.👍
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great welcome, the apartment was very clean and comfortable. It had everything we needed
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tyler

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Accommodation was great, the owners were lovely people. I would highly recommend to anyone!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous stay, highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed our stay - thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Judith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice big units with comfy bed and lovely hosts
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Trish

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Owners where Amazing and room was amazingly nice 👌
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Lovely owners. Clean tidy rooms. Recommend
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Markus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay for a night when you take the southern scenic route.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed for 5 nights and found the unit to be clean and well maintained, the staff were friendly and professional, a convenience store was within walking distance which made it handy for any shopping top ups. Overall we had a pleasant stay and I would definitely recommend staying here when visiting Invercargill
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gwen

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Lovely clean rooms comfortable bed. Good shower.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Spacious, clean, quiet and modern. Great place to stay and I would go back there again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a lovely warm welcome from Kay! Great spot for business travelers and I was super warm and comfy in my studio room.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Constantine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really good motel, with a warm welcome and great service. 20-30 min walk from town, or a short drive
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great property, clean and tidy and fab hosts! Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

C R

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Sensational hosts
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sally

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
was surprised to find extra large bed, plenty of room and the bathroom was a pleasure, full bath and separate shower plus toilet, plenty of space. very impressed actually with the whole room
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean and tidy, spacious, easily accessible to the shops and other places we where going. Pillows to soft for me light shone in through glass door at night from street light but solved problem with a bath towel over the door.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Kathryn

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Carpets had numerous stains. You wldnt want to stay there with a baby or toddler crawling around the floor. Shower had mould, door didn’t shut properly so water all over door and drain was dirty. Otherwise comfortable enough and good space. Staff gave us the key and that was all we seen or heard from them
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Bridget Duffy-

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The floor in bathroom was very slippery And when turned on bathroom fan the power shorted out
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Roy-Magne

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

Godt valg

Flott service, gode råd og tips om turer. God standard på rommet.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025