Distinction Invercargill Hotel

4.0 star property
4-star hotel perfect for exploring Invercargill

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Interior
Exterior
Lobby sitting area
Restaurant
Lobby lounge

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Breakfast available
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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3 Esk Street West, Invercargill, Southland Region, 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

Room options

Studio, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Double or Twin Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Executive Studio Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 44 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the area

Invercargill

Heart of Invercargill.Within a 10-minute walk of this Invercargill City Centre hotel, you'll find Classic Motorcycle Mecca and E Hayes & Sons. Toetoes Bay and Civic Theatre are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Classic Motorcycle Mecca - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Civic Theatre - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • E Hayes & Sons - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • St. Mary's Basilica - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Otepuni Gardens - 8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Invercargill (IVC) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ten Ten Thai Street Food - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪EUNA - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Tuatara Cafe / Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Mevlana Kebabs - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Distinction Invercargill Hotel

4-star hotel perfect for exploring Invercargill
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. Distinction Invercargill Hotel also features a 24-hour fitness center, concierge services, and a fireplace in the lobby. For a fee, parking is available.

This 4-star Invercargill hotel is smoke free.

  • 150 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Concierge
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Distinction Invercargill Hotel offers 150 air-conditioned accommodations with washers/dryers and safes. Accommodations are furnished with desks and kitchen islands. Pillowtop beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. Accommodations at this 4-star hotel have kitchenettes with microwaves.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)). Smart televisions are featured in guestrooms. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room washer/dryer
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Secured, covered valet parking on site (NZD 35 per day; includes in/out privileges)

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: NZD 38 for adults and NZD 19 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator (39 inch wide door)
  • High-pile carpet in room
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 55-inch smart TV

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Food and drink

  • Coffee grinder
  • Kitchen island
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laundry detergent
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Washer/dryer

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately NZD 38.00 for adults and NZD 19.00 for children
  • Covered valet parking fee: NZD 35.00 per day (in/out privileges)

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

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 debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

National rating

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

Frequently asked questions

How close is Distinction Invercargill Hotel to the airport?

Distinction Invercargill Hotel is 2.1 mi (6-min drive) away from the Invercargill (IVC) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Distinction Invercargill Hotel?

As of Jun 2, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Distinction Invercargill Hotel on Jun 4, 2026 start from CA $193, 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.

Does Distinction Invercargill Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Distinction Invercargill Hotel.

How close is Distinction Invercargill Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is 6.3 mi (10-min drive) from Oreti Beach.

Does Distinction Invercargill Hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Distinction Invercargill Hotel, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of NZD 38.00 for adults and NZD 19.00 for children. It's available every day from 6:00 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Distinction Invercargill Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Distinction Invercargill Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Distinction Invercargill Hotel?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Valet parking is available for NZD 35.00 per day.

Does Distinction Invercargill Hotel have a pool?

Distinction Invercargill Hotel does not have a pool.

Does Distinction Invercargill Hotel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Distinction Invercargill Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Distinction Invercargill Hotel to downtown Invercargill?

Distinction Invercargill Hotel is 0.1 mi away from Invercargill.

Distinction Invercargill Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 66 out of 77 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 77 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 77 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 77 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 77 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Lovely
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

sarah-jane

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
New hotel beautifully appointed. Spacious rooms with everything you need! Excellent staff!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Darlene

Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great size room comfortable bed huge bathroom with a place to put your clothes The Washer and Dryer was also great and easy walk across the street to main shopping area! Highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

John

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice room and staff were great.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Frances

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful room. Spacious clean, comfortable bed. Dinner at the restaurant in the hotel was very good!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Gabrielle

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was excellent, very clean, great shower. Staff were very friendly and helpful. Definitely will stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great hotel. Room spotless and so well designed. Staff very attentive and took care of all our needs.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Kerri

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, friendly staff, great buffet breakfast, walkable to shops and restaurants.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Mayuresh

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Big room with amenities and good beds. In room laundry was a big plus, little expensive but overall good hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful facilities, the staff were so held and welcoming.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Ian robert

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
This place is out standing in all categories
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Ian robert

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything about this place was outstanding
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great amenities and super clean, modern hotel room
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A really good new hotel with excellent rooms and great dining facility. Just some issues with a noisy air con system that they are working on. Friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Guy

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Modern hotel, great room, spotless, very helpful staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Pauline

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a nice hotel will definately be back A+++
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Yuanchen

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Adrian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spacious rooms, loved it ! 💯👌
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Qiujie, Auckland

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

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and spacious room, Great WiFi, friendly staff, fabulous restaurant. Parking expensive, not great.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yuyu

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025