Tuatara Lodge - Hostel

2.0 star property
Hostel in Invercargill with a coffee shop and a restaurant

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Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Shared Bathroom | Free WiFi, wheelchair access

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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30-32 Dee St, Invercargill, 9810
  • Place, Classic Motorcycle Mecca
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Civic Theatre
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Otepuni Gardens
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Invercargill (IVC)
    ‪4 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Invercargill

Located in Invercargill City Centre, Tuatara Lodge - Hostel is within a 10-minute stroll of sights such as Classic Motorcycle Mecca and St Pauls Presbyterian Church. This 26-room hostel welcomes guests with conveniences like a restaurant, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Classic Motorcycle Mecca - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Civic Theatre - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • St. Mary's Basilica - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Otepuni Gardens - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Burt Munro - 4 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • Invercargill (IVC) - 5 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Pig Station - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪St. Pierres - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Pinch Of Spice - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Waxy O'Shea's Irish Pub - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Tuatara Lodge - Hostel

Hostel in Invercargill with a coffee shop and a restaurant
Guests of Tuatara Lodge - Hostel enjoy access to free WiFi in public areas, microwave in a common area, and refrigerator in a common area. A stay here includes free parking. The front desk has multilingual staff that can help with access to locker space and luggage storage. Additional amenities include laundry facilities, a garden, and a TV in a common area.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Housekeeping is available on request.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Street parking available
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Tuatara Cafe+Bar

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Living room
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

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.
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Heating
  • Living room

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: NZD 20 for check-in between 9:30 PM and 11:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; 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 9:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

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.

  • Late check-in fee: NZD 20 for check-in between 9:30 PM and 11:00 PM

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: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 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:

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

TUATARA LODGE
Tuatara Hostel Invercargill
Tuatara Lodge - Hostel Invercargill
Tuatara Lodge - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do near Tuatara Lodge - Hostel?

This hostel is situated in Invercargill City Centre, just steps from Classic Motorcycle Mecca, and within a 10-minute walk of Civic Theatre and E Hayes & Sons. You'll also find Otepuni Gardens and Southland Museum and Art Gallery less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at Tuatara Lodge - Hostel?

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

Does Tuatara Lodge - Hostel have a casino on the premises?

No, Tuatara Lodge - Hostel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Tuatara Lodge - Hostel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hostel.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Tuatara Lodge - Hostel?

Couples will appreciate amenities like a bar, a restaurant, and a garden at this hostel.

Does Tuatara Lodge - Hostel have a hot tub?

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

Does Tuatara Lodge - Hostel feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Tuatara Lodge - Hostel serves breakfast for a surcharge at Tuatara Cafe+Bar.

Does Tuatara Lodge - Hostel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Tuatara Lodge - Hostel though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at Tuatara Lodge - Hostel?

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

How far is the airport from Tuatara Lodge - Hostel?

The closest major airport to Tuatara Lodge - Hostel is Invercargill (IVC), which is 2.2 mi away (5 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Tuatara Lodge - Hostel?

No, there aren't any rooms with balconies at Tuatara Lodge - Hostel.

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