Distinction Invercargill Hotel

3.5 star property
Hotel in Invercargill with 24-hour front desk and restaurant

Room options

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Studio, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette

Studio, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Washer/dryer
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Double or Twin Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette

Double or Twin Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette

Double or Twin Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Washer/dryer
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Executive Studio Suite

Executive Studio Suite | Private kitchenette

Executive Studio Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
  • 44 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Invercargill

Distinction Invercargill Hotel puts you in the heart of Invercargill, within just a 10-minute stroll of Classic Motorcycle Mecca and E Hayes & Sons. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, and in-room kitchenettes and washers/dryers. .For a drink, you can stop by the hotel's own lounge bar. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. Each morning buffet breakfast is served between 6:00 AM and 9:30 AM. There's also the convenience of valet parking. .Sights within a 10-minute walk of this 3.5-property class Invercargill City Centre hotel include Toetoes Bay and Civic Theatre.

What's nearby

  • Classic Motorcycle Mecca - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Civic Theatre - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • E Hayes & Sons - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Otepuni Gardens - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Burt Munro - 4 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

  • Invercargill (IVC) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Pig Station - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Ten Ten Thai Street Food - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪St. Pierres - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Waxy O'Shea's Irish Pub - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Lone Star - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Distinction Invercargill Hotel

Hotel in Invercargill with 24-hour front desk and restaurant
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. Distinction Invercargill Hotel also features concierge services, a fireplace in the lobby, and laundry facilities. For a fee, parking is available.

This 3.5-star Invercargill hotel is smoke free.

  • 150 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Concierge
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Distinction Invercargill Hotel offers 150 air-conditioned accommodations with washers/dryers and a safe. This accommodation is furnished with desks and kitchen islands. Pillowtop beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. Accommodation at this 3.5-star hotel has kitchenettes with microwaves.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)). Smart televisions are featured in guestrooms. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and free toiletries. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Secured, covered valet parking on site (NZD 35 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited on-site valet parking

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: NZD 38 for adults and NZD 19 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room washing machine/dryer
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • 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.
  • Lift (100 centimetre wide door)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Entertainment

  • 55-inch smart TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee grinder
  • Kitchen island
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laundry detergent
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Washer/dryer

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

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 buffet breakfast: from approximately NZD 38.00 for adults and from NZD 19.00 for children
  • Valet parking fee: NZD 35.00 per day (in/out privileges)

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
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 and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

National rating

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

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Distinction Invercargill Hotel?

Yep, Distinction Invercargill Hotel has secured covered valet parking with in/out privileges for NZD 35.00 per day.

How much does it cost to stay at Distinction Invercargill Hotel?

As of 9 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Distinction Invercargill Hotel on 10 Jan 2026 start from NZ$254.50, 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.

Are there any beaches close to Distinction Invercargill Hotel?

The closest beach to Distinction Invercargill Hotel is Oreti Beach (9.4 km).

What makes Distinction Invercargill Hotel a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus pillowtop beds in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Distinction Invercargill Hotel.

Does Distinction Invercargill Hotel serve breakfast?

Sure does, buffet brekkie is offered daily between 6:00 AM and 9:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Distinction Invercargill Hotel?

No, Distinction Invercargill Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Distinction Invercargill Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Distinction Invercargill Hotel?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Distinction Invercargill Hotel?

No, pets are not allowed.

Distinction Invercargill Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 25 out of 29 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 29 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 29 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 29 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 29 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kerina

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff, room and food
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, nice staff
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Warren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly and vibrant staff.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay .easy location. Great meal and large fancy rooms
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Magnificent property and facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bill

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent!!!!! Brand new!!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hashim

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marc

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Brand new hotel. Good property, good location, and nice staff. Need to iron out the kinks that come with a new hotel
Stayed 12 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sue

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable large room. Wonderful service. Well positioned close to CBD
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Jill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicola

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

Loved Our Stay

Great tech in the room, very comfortable, clean and modern looking. Fantastic breakfast. Enjoyable stay. Will definitely come again!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025