Tower Lodge Motel

Property class: 4

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Exterior
82-cm Smart TV with satellite channels, TV, Netflix
Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Interior
Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Courtyard view
Executive Studio, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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119 Queens Drive, Invercargill, 9810
  • Place, Southland Museum and Art Gallery
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Burt Munro
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Surrey Park
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Invercargill (IVC)
    ‪6 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom

  • Sleeps 3

Classic Studio, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub

  • Sleeps 2

Executive Studio, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub

  • Sleeps 2

Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(27 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Executive Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Jetted Tub

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Murphy Bed

Executive Studio, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 5 Twin Beds

Apartment, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2

Classic Studio, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Apartment, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Family Apartment

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 3 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Invercargill

Located in Richmond within a short walk of Burt Munro, Tower Lodge Motel is within a mile (2 km) of other popular sights such as Rugby Park Stadium. This 17-room, 4-star motel has in-room conveniences like kitchenettes, coffee makers, and Smart TVs.

What's nearby

  • Invercargill Visitor Information Centre - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Southland Museum and Art Gallery - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Burt Munro - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Surrey Park - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Stadium Southland - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

  • Invercargill (IVC) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Cheeky Llama Cafe - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The Saucy Chef Restaurant - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Lone Star - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪EUNA - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Waxy O'Shea's Irish Pub - ‬17 min walk

About this property

Tower Lodge Motel

At Tower Lodge Motel, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas and laundry facilities. A stay here includes free parking. Friendly staff can provide luggage storage, and also offer advice about sightseeing.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and 82-cm Smart TVs with satellite channels and Netflix. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries, and beds sport premium bedding. Kitchenettes, stovetops, and coffee makers are also standard.

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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

Food and drink

  • Weekday cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:30 AM to 8:30 AM for a fee: NZD 18 per person

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchenette
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • 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.
  • No elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 floor
  • 2 buildings
  • Built in 1970
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 82-cm smart TV with premium satellite channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Kitchenette
  • Room service
  • Stovetop

More

  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Monday - Friday (7:30 AM - 9:00 PM) and Saturday - Sunday (8:00 AM - 8:00 PM)
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, key retrieval

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

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 cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately NZD 18 per person

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 and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
  • Check-in: 2 PM—-9:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
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 and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • The motel can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No rollaway or extra 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

Tower Invercargill
Tower Lodge Motel
Tower Lodge Motel Invercargill
Tower Lodge Motel Invercargill, South Island
Tower Lodge Motel Motel
Tower Lodge Motel Invercargill
Tower Lodge Motel Motel Invercargill

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Tower Lodge Motel?

Tower Lodge Motel offers free cancellation on some room rates. To learn more, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Tower Lodge Motel?

As of Apr 21, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Tower Lodge Motel on May 2, 2026 start from $88, 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.

What's there to do near Tower Lodge Motel?

This motel is situated in Richmond within a short 14-minute walk of Burt Munro and also 17 minutes on foot from Civic Theatre. You'll also find Surrey Park and Southland Museum and Art Gallery less than a mile away.

Does Tower Lodge Motel include a casino on the premises?

No, Tower Lodge Motel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Tower Lodge Motel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

Does Tower Lodge Motel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Tower Lodge Motel offers a cooked-to-order breakfast on weekday mornings for a surcharge though there is no restaurant.

Will Tower Lodge Motel allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Tower Lodge Motel.

How far is the airport from Tower Lodge Motel?

The closest major airport to Tower Lodge Motel is Invercargill (IVC), which is 2.9 mi away (6 minutes by car).

Tower Lodge Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 447 out of 599 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 129 out of 599 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 18 out of 599 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 599 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 599 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tom

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The owner who checked us in was super friendly, and helpful in showing us the town Highlights!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Graham

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good accommodation but no servicing on a 2 day stay
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Val the hostess was so pleasant throughout our stay! Check in was super easy and she gave excellent suggestions for places to eat, where to get groceries etc. It was very easy to find and in such a great location to walk to Queen’s Park and to drive to the Bluff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Gerard

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Handy location
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alain, Scarborough

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The motel is very clean. Our one bedroom suite is very spacious with a kitchenette. The owners of the motel are very friendly and recomneded restaurants to us. I highly recommend this motel.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Tara

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The bed needs deep cleaning for bed bugs. Get new shower soap, it did not smell good. The staff was very friendly and helpful. The location was convenient.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

anthony

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property had a very friendly check in with lots of great information, the room was very clean with plenty of parking. Very enjoyable stay.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian v

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everything was top quality and the owners were really kind. Definitely recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly welcome, easy to find, comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One of the best motels we have stayed in full stop! Ultra clean & very spacious & quiet (room 9). Easy walk to shops (had an excellent Thai meal). The owner/manager was very helpful with some great tips on places to see on the way to Te Ana’s.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
such friendly staff, lovely, spotlessly clean rooms, easy access to the main shopping/restaurant parts of Invercargill
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Antoinette

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The stay was great except let down by the mattress in the two different rooms we stayed in. I did let them know and they said they would resolve it so hopefully won't be an ongoing issue as otherwise would recommend
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, quiet and central to downtown Invercargill. Would definitely book here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

AMIE

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great service
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely clean room and helpful friendly staff, would definitely stay again. Thankyou.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Kathryn

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spacious but warm & cozy, well equipped stay in an excellent location within walking distance of both town and Queens Park. Lovely friendly and welcoming hosts.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room was very clean. Easy check in and very affordable
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent motel in great location.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

sean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

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

10/10 Excellent

Lynette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room clean staff friendly
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ruth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

10/10 Excellent

Brendon, Rolleston

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed the extra space in the room. Nice and relaxing place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025