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Shelby Motor Lodge

4.5 star property
4.5-star motel near Splash Palace

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Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Living area
Studio King
Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Private kitchen

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Housekeeping
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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295 Tay Street, Invercargill, 9810
  • Place, Splash Palace
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Surrey Park
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Civic Theatre
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Invercargill (IVC)
    ‪6 min drive‬

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Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Living area

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 80 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Twin Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Apartment, 1 Bedroom

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Studio King

Studio King

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(19 reviews)
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Invercargill

City center stay.Within a 15-minute walk of this Turnbull Thompson Park motel, you'll find Splash Palace and Rugby Park Stadium. Bill Richardson Transport World and Civic Theatre are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Splash Palace - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Surrey Park - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Civic Theatre - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Stadium Southland - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Burt Munro - 3 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • Invercargill (IVC) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Cheeky Llama Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Saucy Chef Restaurant - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪EUNA - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Mevlana Kebabs - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Banh Mi - ‬19 min walk

About this property

Shelby Motor Lodge

4.5-star motel near Splash Palace
Public spaces have free WiFi. Self parking is free.

This 4.5-star Invercargill motel is smoke free.

  • 35 guestrooms or units
  • Storage area for luggage
  • No smoking on site
Shelby Motor Lodge offers 35 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Accommodations at this 4.5-star motel have kitchenettes with refrigerators, stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils.

This Invercargill motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. 43-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels and Netflix. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 43-inch flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels
  • Netflix

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 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 Monday - Friday (7:30 AM - 9:30 PM) and Saturday - Sunday (8 AM - 9:30 PM)
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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
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

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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

295 Tay Motel Invercargill
295 Tay Motel
295 Tay Invercargill
295 Tay
295 On Tay Motel Invercargill, South Island
295 On Tay Motel
Shelby Motor Lodge Motel
Shelby Motor Lodge Invercargill
Shelby Motor Lodge Motel Invercargill

Frequently asked questions

How close is Shelby Motor Lodge to the airport?

Shelby Motor Lodge is 2.8 mi (8-min drive) away from the Invercargill (IVC) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Shelby Motor Lodge?

As of Apr 27, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Shelby Motor Lodge on May 10, 2026 start from CA $128, 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 Shelby Motor Lodge have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Shelby Motor Lodge.

How close is Shelby Motor Lodge to the beach?

This motel is 7.1 mi (11-min drive) from Oreti Beach.

Does Shelby Motor Lodge offer free breakfast?

Shelby Motor Lodge does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Shelby Motor Lodge?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at Shelby Motor Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM.

Is there free parking at Shelby Motor Lodge?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Shelby Motor Lodge have a pool?

Shelby Motor Lodge does not have a pool.

Does Shelby Motor Lodge have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Shelby Motor Lodge to downtown Invercargill?

Shelby Motor Lodge is 1 mi away from Invercargill.

Shelby Motor Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 490 out of 656 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 146 out of 656 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 14 out of 656 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 656 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 656 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dan, Vancouver

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

John

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes, The room was spotless and the staff were wonderful. Very nice room with a great bed and amenities. If I'm ever in Invercargill again I will definitely stay here.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Ann

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well located motel onTay Street. The motel is clean and comfortable. The bed was good. The kitchenette is well resourced for small meals. The bathroom was set up for people with disabilities, plenty of space with required handrails / shower seating etc. we enjoyed access to the laundry after travelling for some days. Netflix was a bonus. Car parking ample. Overall a neatly presented little apartment.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Gaylene, Auckland

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Antony

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Andy

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

8/10 Good

Melinda

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Comfortable and clean
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacqui

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Shelby motor lodge was such a comfortable stay that had everything we needed for our family of 3. The spa bath was amazing!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was clean and tidy as well as being convenient. We would have liked more information on eating establishments close by.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This would be my preferred Motel to stay at when visiting Invercargill.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Carmen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It was a nice stay would have been better if the tv would have had signal as the tv kept losing signal every 15 ---20 minutes and a coffee table would have been nice
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Russell

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

10/10 Excellent

Lance

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Shelby Motor Lodge was a lovely place to stay, staff were super friendly and helpful. The room was spotless clean, warm, welcoming and safe. The use of the washer/drier was handy. Recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Sharon

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
A nice new complex but we were put out the back in a prefab type building, with no communication. For the price we paid for the room it was disappointing, especially with no AC and being so far from the laundry. It was perfectly fine, just not for what we paid as I was expecting a bit of luxury compared to the rooms we had been staying in elsewhere that were $100 cheaper.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

John

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice standard motel room for an overnight stay at Invercargill. Comfortable and quiet, with basic kitchen requirements. Motel is close to many stores. Staff friendly and happy to help. Easy parking.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
good motel
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Chin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ken

Business traveller, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fit for purpose, had a nice quite night, great bed.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location & close to everything, easy walk to the Bill Richardson Truck & Transport Musieum. Super friendly & helpful people running the motel.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Frances, Invercargill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Greatly appreciated
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Shirley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hardeep

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean, and well equipped with all the amenities.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wouldn’t stay here again

The shower water was cold and took 3 minutes to warm up and then would get really hot or cold throughout. There was no headboard on the bed and the wall was cold.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024