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Colonial on Tay

3.0 star property
Comfortable Invercargill motel in Turnbull Thompson Park with free parking

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Two Bedroom Unit | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Large 2 Bedroom Unit | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Large 2 Bedroom Unit | Bathroom | Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
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Reviews
9.0

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen

Explore the area

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335 Tay Street, Invercargill, 9810
  • Popular LocationBill Richardson Transport World10 min walk
  • Popular LocationRugby Park Stadium14 min walk
  • Popular LocationSouthland Hospital5 min drive
  • AirportInvercargill (IVC)6 min drive

Room options

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Large 2 Bedroom Unit | Living area | Flat-screen TV

Large 2 Bedroom Unit

  • 969 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 1 Queen Bed and 3 Twin Beds

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Two Bedroom Unit | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Two Bedroom Unit

  • 732 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 1 Queen Bed and 3 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Invercargill

Located in Turnbull Thompson Park, Colonial on Tay is a leisurely stroll from sights such as Bill Richardson Transport World and Surrey Park. Each of the 10 rooms at this 3-star motel includes a kitchen, a refrigerator, and a microwave.
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What's nearby

  • Bill Richardson Transport World - 10 min walk
  • Rugby Park Stadium - 14 min walk
  • Stadium Southland - 15 min walk
  • Burt Munro - 3 min drive
  • Southland Hospital - 5 min drive

Getting around

  • The preferred airport is Invercargill (IVC): 6-min drive, 2.9 mi/4.7 km.

Restaurants

  • The Batch Cafe - 19 min walk
  • The Saucy Chef - 16 min walk
  • Burger King - 9 min walk
  • Turkish Kebabs - 3 min drive
  • Elegance at 148 on Elles Restaurant - 2 min drive

About this property

Colonial on Tay

Comfortable Invercargill motel in Turnbull Thompson Park with free parking
Guests staying at Colonial on Tay enjoy free WiFi in public areas, laundry facilities, and a garden. You can put free parking to good use if you drive. Front-desk staff can assist with luggage storage and tours/tickets. This smoke-free motel also has barbecue grills.
Guests can expect free WiFi and flat-screen TVs with satellite channels. Beds sport premium bedding and bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Kitchens, refrigerators, and microwaves are other standard amenities. Change of towels is available on request.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available for a fee: NZD 15 for adults and NZD 15 for children

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Living room
  • Separate bedroom

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

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 (single-level property)

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toaster

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Living room

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately NZD 15 for adults and NZD 15 for children

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 major credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
  • Check-in: 2 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
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 major credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Colonial Tay
Colonial Tay Invercargill
Colonial Tay Motel
Colonial Tay Motel Invercargill
Colonial On Tay Invercargill, South Island
Colonial on Tay Motel
Colonial on Tay Invercargill
Colonial on Tay Motel Invercargill

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Colonial on Tay?

Colonial on Tay offers free cancellation on certain room rates. For specific requirements, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to see near Colonial on Tay?

This motel is situated in Turnbull Thompson Park within a short 10-minute walk of Bill Richardson Transport World and also 14 minutes on foot from Rugby Park Stadium. You'll also find Stadium Southland and Surrey Park less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at Colonial on Tay?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the motel.

Does Colonial on Tay have a casino on the premises?

No, Colonial on Tay doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Colonial on Tay?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

What do couples enjoy most about Colonial on Tay?

Couples staying at this motel will appreciate amenities like a kitchen and premium bedding as well as a garden.

Does Colonial on Tay have a hot tub?

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

Does Colonial on Tay have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Colonial on Tay offers continental breakfast each morning for a surcharge though there is no restaurant.

Does Colonial on Tay allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Colonial on Tay though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at Colonial on Tay?

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

Where is the closest airport to Colonial on Tay?

The closest major airport to Colonial on Tay is Invercargill (IVC), which is 2.9 mi away (6 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Colonial on Tay?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Colonial on Tay.

Colonial on Tay Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 76 out of 143 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 54 out of 143 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 12 out of 143 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 143 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 143 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Graham

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a nice looking Motel and kept myself and my mother very warm on the cold winter days.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Berna Detta

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The uniqueness was the 2 rough coated Jack Russells and kind Proprietors. A pleasure to stay at a motel with kind owners rather than staff.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had the best stay at Colonial on Tay. Denise was so lovely and helpful, the rooms were beautiful and the beds support comfortable. Would love to stay again

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good sized facilities and comfy bed. Quiet location and helpful staff. No complaints. 😀
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Neil

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and very friendly welcome.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brooke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We booked this property last minute and were very pleasantly suprised. The rooms felt clean, no strange smells and the staff were friendly. If we were going to Invercargill again we would definitely stay here.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was clean & tidy. Great friendly service.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sue

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
enjoy our time there
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2022