City Court

2.0 star property

Choose dates to view prices

Photo gallery for City Court

Premium bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets
40-inch Smart TV with satellite channels
Luxury Apartment, 3 Bedrooms, Kitchenette | Private kitchenette | Fridge, microwave
Front of property
40-inch Smart TV with satellite channels

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry
  • Room service
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

View in a map
81 Queens Drive, Invercargill, Richmond, 9501
  • Place, Civic Theatre
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Classic Motorcycle Mecca
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Burt Munro
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Invercargill (IVC)
    ‪6 min drive‬

Room options

Luxury Studio Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchenette, Garden View

7.6 out of 10
Good
(15 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Luxury Apartment, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchenette, Garden View

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Luxury Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchenette

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Large Twin Bed

Luxury Apartment, 3 Bedrooms, Kitchenette

  • Garden view
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Large Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Invercargill

Located in Richmond, City Court is a leisurely stroll from sights such as First Presbyterian Church and Invercargill Visitor Information Centre. This 10-room motel welcomes guests with in-room amenities like kitchenettes, refrigerators, and microwaves.

What's nearby

  • Southland Museum and Art Gallery - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Civic Theatre - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Rugby Park Stadium - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Classic Motorcycle Mecca - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Burt Munro - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Invercargill (IVC) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Cheeky Llama Cafe - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪The Saucy Chef Restaurant - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Lone Star - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Waxy O'Shea's Irish Pub - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Banh Mi - ‬15 min walk

About this property

City Court

Guests staying at City Court enjoy free WiFi in public areas, laundry facilities, and a garden. If you drive, put free parking to good use. Front-desk staff can assist with luggage storage and tours/tickets. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls and pet-sitting services.
40-inch Smart TVs come with satellite channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Beds are dressed in premium bedding and pillow menus, and bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Other amenities include kitchenettes, refrigerators, and microwaves. Housekeeping is available on request.

Similar properties

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 5 accessible parking spaces
  • No elevator
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 40-inch smart TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Kitchenette
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10 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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for NZD 65 per pet, per night, plus a one-time cleaning fee of NZD 60 and a deposit of NZD 135 per night
  • Dogs and cats only
  • 1 total (11 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Food and water bowls and pet-sitting services are available
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • Guests can request a pet-friendly room by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 65.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Pet deposit: NZD 135 per night
  • Pet fee: NZD 65 per pet, per night plus NZD 60 one-time cleaning fee
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 65.0 per day

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

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
  • Check-in: 2 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Ashlar Motel Invercargill
Ashlar Motel
Ashlar Invercargill
Ashlar Motel Invercargill South Island
Ashlar Motel
City Court Motel
City Court Invercargill
City Court Motel Invercargill

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at City Court?

City Court offers free cancellation on select room rates. For additional details, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What can I see around City Court?

This motel is situated in Richmond within a short 14-minute walk of Civic Theatre and also 15 minutes on foot from Surrey Park. You'll also find Burt Munro and Splash Palace less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at City Court?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the motel. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does City Court have a casino?

No, City Court doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at City Court?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

Is City Court good for couples?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this motel include a kitchenette, premium bedding, and a smart TV.

Does City Court have a hot tub?

No, this motel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does City Court have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, City Court doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will City Court allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, cats and dogs are welcome at City Court for a fee of NZD 65 per pet, per night. The property also provides pet-sitting services and food and water bowls. A deposit of NZD 135 per night is collected.

Does City Court have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this motel.

How far is the airport from City Court?

The closest major airport to City Court is Invercargill (IVC), which is 2.8 mi away (6 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at City Court?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at City Court.

City Court Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 55 out of 151 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 45 out of 151 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 28 out of 151 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 151 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 151 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Sharlene

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alisha

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and tidy
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Elspeth

Traveled with family
The room was spotless , had everything we needed . Extreamly clean and I am a clean freak!!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

JB's NZ

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
We didn’t cook a meal but found a fantastic fusion Thai restaurant on Dee St and had a memorable meal. We felt that the property was very good value. We’ll stay there again:)
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Merrill

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great customer service very welcoming when we werecaught in the cyclone
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

May

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Would recommend this motel to anyone as their customer service was absolutely next level. communication was on point and super friendly to talk with awesome person to deal with. Will be seeing them again real soon
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicolas

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Damian

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

10/10 Excellent

OSMAN

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

10/10 Excellent

OSMAN

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room is clean and decent size. Staff was amazing, Staff let me to check in 2 hours earlier then the normal check in time. Staff are very helpful and respond quickly.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Rex

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

4/10 Poor

Lyn

Disliked: Amenities
No one at reception no key to lock door had to change units. Wall heater didn’t work small fan heater did. Toilet seat about 3 sizes too small for bowl and had a sliding sideways option. No milk in fridge no dish cloth to wipe down bench. On plus side bed comfortable and good hot shower.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Margaret

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Was suitable for a nights stay, warm room
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Francis

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy access to the city and airport, excellent.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Steve

Tidy and clean
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

John

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean & tidy, good value for money but disappointing wifi and TV
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

darren

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great check in, tidy room, good location.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Taylor

Good property for price. There were no towels and some dust swept into corner of washroom. Otherwise good
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kriss

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice, clean and warm.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bibin

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a great stay at City Court Motel. The location is excellent—right in the heart of the city, making it super easy to get around and explore local attractions, shops, and restaurants. The room was clean, comfortable, and well-maintained, with everything I needed for a pleasant stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
A few niggly things to deal with. Heater didn’t work. Toilet seat moved around and too small for toilet. Kitchen plug useless. Asked housekeeping, as I couldn’t do dishes, not particularly helpful BUT very friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ehren, Arcata

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice suite which was very clean and comfortable. Perfect spot to relax in
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Jez

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