Monarch Motel

4.0 star property
Motel in Invercargill with free parking

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Apartment, 1 Bedroom (2 people) | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle
Apartment, 1 Bedroom (2 people) | Living area | Flat-screen TV
Spa Bath Apartment (3 people)  | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle
Lobby
Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
633 Tay Street (state Highway 1), Invercargill, 9810
  • Bill Richardson Transport World
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Burt Munro
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Southland Hospital
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Invercargill (IVC)
    ‪8 min drive‬

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Room options

Studio

  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Apartment, 1 Bedroom (4 people)

  • 452 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

  • 646 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 3 Twin Beds

Apartment, 1 Bedroom (3 People)

  • 517 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Spa Bath Apartment (3 people)

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

Apartment, 1 Bedroom (2 people)

  • 517 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Invercargill

Located in Hawthorndale, Monarch Motel is within a 10-minute stroll of sights such as Surrey Park and Bill Richardson Transport World. Each of the 22 rooms at this 4-star motel includes a kitchenette, a refrigerator, and a microwave.

What's nearby

  • Bill Richardson Transport World - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Stadium Southland - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Burt Munro - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Rugby Park Stadium - 4 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Southland Hospital - 6 min drive - 3.0 miles

Getting around

  • Invercargill (IVC) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Fat Bastard Pies - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Batch Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Invercargill Pizzaria - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Thai Thai - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Monarch Motel

Motel in Invercargill with free parking
Monarch Motel features free WiFi in public areas, a business center, and free newspapers. You can take advantage of free parking if you drive. Front-desk staff can assist with dry cleaning/laundry, tours or tickets, and luggage storage. Additional amenities include laundry facilities, a banquet hall, and a garden.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and flat-screen TVs with satellite channels. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Other amenities include kitchenettes, refrigerators, and microwaves.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

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

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business center

Outdoors

  • 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
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

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

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for free
  • Dogs only
  • Service animals exempt from fees

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 major credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
  • Check-in: 2 PM—-10:00 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 major credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

Property is also known as

Monarch Invercargill
Monarch Motel
Monarch Motel Invercargill
Monarch Motel Invercargill, South Island
Monarch Motel Motel
Monarch Motel Invercargill
Monarch Motel Motel Invercargill

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Monarch Motel?

Monarch Motel offers free cancellation on select room rates. For more details, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Monarch Motel?

As of May 22, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Monarch Motel on May 31, 2025 start from $79.99, excluding 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.

What can I see close to Monarch Motel?

This motel is situated in Hawthorndale within a 10-minute walk of Bill Richardson Transport World and Surrey Park. You'll also find Stadium Southland and Dig This Invercargill less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at Monarch Motel?

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

Does Monarch Motel feature a casino on the premises?

No, Monarch Motel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Monarch Motel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Monarch Motel?

Couples staying at this motel will value amenities like a kitchenette, jetted bathtubs in some guestrooms, as well as a garden.

Does Monarch Motel have a hot tub?

No, but this motel offers jetted bathtubs in some guestrooms.

Does Monarch Motel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, Monarch Motel doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Monarch Motel allow pets to stay for free?

Yes, dogs can stay for free at Monarch Motel.

Does Monarch Motel have connecting rooms?

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

Where is the closest airport to Monarch Motel?

The closest major airport to Monarch Motel is Invercargill (IVC), which is 3.9 mi away (8 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Monarch Motel?

Yes, some guestrooms at Monarch Motel offer a balcony.

Monarch Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 266 out of 452 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 150 out of 452 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 22 out of 452 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 452 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 452 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Broken EV charger, broken fridge, needs rehab

Booked them over others specifically because they noted EV charger as an amenity and we are on a long trip. EV charger was not working and they didn’t know when it would be fixed. Interiors need an upgrade. Fridge didn’t work (regardless of how the fridge switch was flipped), so we had to toss the food we bought.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dorothy

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy to get to on Sh1 into city. Quiet, clean, pet friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Nioelle

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

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
This well presented unit was perfect for our stay in Invercargill. Thoroughly recommend the Monarch. We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natassia

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Natassia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hari

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All good
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was an amazing property and I would highly recommend it to anyone!! Very clean and staff were so helpful and friendly. Room was well equipped and clean!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Les

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable and very clean
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Graeme

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The layout was good of the property, friendly and helpful operators. The only downside was the amount of street lightning around nd road noise:)
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Jo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great value for money. Friendly staff
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aleluia

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

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

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Traveled with partner
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
The property was clean, quiet and comfortable. Perfect for us as close to family. Would stay again. Great value for money.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stuart

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The unit was spacious and very clean. The staff were excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Susan

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location of this motel complex is convenient if you're attending a function at the Ascot as its within walking distance. Other than that, I would not stay at these motels. I felt the bath/shower was extremely unsafe. Climbing over the end of the bath into an enormous spa bath, then trying to wash my body under a rain shower and not get my hair wet as well as avoid slipping, was almost impossible. You cannot reach the handle on the wall to keep you safe as the bath gets slippery - it does not meet the safety requirements. We also wanted a continental breakfast which they offer and there weren't any left - appaling. The couch did not seem clean, and the TV is ridicuously small. I would not recommend these motels.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great staff - very helpful. Well appointed unit.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Naomi

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic clean room. Very comfortable bed. Daily servicing. Only thing was the traffic noise but that cant be helped.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Brendan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good say and price
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was a very pleasant stay at the Monarch Motel. Greeting staff were brilliant. Was a bit worried when I saw the smallish heater on such a cold day but it heated the room beautifully. Was good value for money and I'd definitely stay here again. Thanks for the ice for my gin and tonic.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jude

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Easy to find.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Grant

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean. Good parking and good location for my requirements.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024