Colonial Motel

Great place to stay it was comfortable, clean and tidy, easy parking the only bad thing we found the rooms were hot and it had no air conditioning, but it was a very hot day. Thanks

We had a large spacious unit with full kitchen. Very clean. Looks to be recently renovated. Beds very comfortable. Double glazed windows so it was very quiet inside. Large new TV was great for a cold rainy night. Just out of the main centre and not far from Queens Park. One thing I’d like the owners to know is that the dining furniture being tall, and the chairs and couch being saggy are a bit difficult for people with back hip or knee issues. If you don’t have those issues, hence my 3 stars for comfort.

The staff is very nice and helpful. The parking space is right in front of the building.

The room had a spacious lounge and kitchen-dining area and a separate bedroom. Everything worked well including Netflix. It was quiet and we had a comfortable stay. The lady at reception was friendly and very helpful.

Quick 1 night stopover. Clean and convenient. Had to get blankets out as no heating in the bedroom but otherwise suitable.

The unit was lovely and clean with great laundry facility.

Staff very helpful and welcoming. Good facilities. Comfy bed. Very quiet. Good parking.

Very clean and spacious. The beds had electric blankets. We only stayed one night and didn't use the kitchen but it was well equipped. The water tower was within walking distance. Will definitely book a room here again if we happen to be in this area.

The manager was not there when we arrived to check in, we had to wait about 20 mins, (along with some other people who arrived after us.) The washing machine did not start when we put the money in. Once we got the manager, she put some more coins in and it went then.

Clean, fairly new, well equipped, good parking, great value.

Price was very reasonable. Clean and tidy.

Convenieny to city. Bedroom and general area good. But oven was filthy. We asked about its condition and cleaning of it. nothing done

Clean and warm

Clean

Lovely reception person. Very informative. Nice and clean unit. Very spacious. Thank you

My rating takes into consideration the other places i have stayed, both in Invercargill and other NZ locations. Good points: * Friendly, welcoming staff * Heating was on to ensure i arrived to a cosy room. * very cost effective * impeccably clean * comfortable bed * free off-street parking right at each unit * not too near any busy roads * well equipped with kitchen utensils/crockery * complimentary cookies, hot chocolate in the beverage selection * electronic fob access, self locking door The not-so-great: * parking is challenging if you are not confident at reversing *motel itself is functional but extremely dated. * rooms are a bit tight. I’m an average-sized kiwi but i found it a little challenging, particularly in the bedroom and bathroom. * concrete block walls make for an extremely chilly night during winter * bathroom fan is extremely loud and on a timer (to be fair, i was pre-warned about this by the staff, but i wasn't prepared for HOW loud! If clean and cheap is what you want, then this is the place for you! If you are a motel snob (and I admit to being one) then I would suggest looking elsewhere. Top tip: don't turn the heater off, as the temperature plummets during winter. Use the remote to turn it down and leave it on overnight.

Had a wonderful stay at The Colonial Motel. The lady at check-in was incredibly friendly and welcoming. Our room was very clean & neat with everything we needed for a comfortable stay. Highly recommend this hotel and wil

Lovely clean place with extremely helpful staff.

Tidy, quiet and comfortable unit, but could do with some maintenance with some paint peeling and the oven needed cleaning.

Very clean

I swapped rooms from what I booked to help the motel out. Have not received a refund for the price difference of the room. Room was old, cold and run down, ceiling was falling apart. Photos on website do not match this room.

Don’t let the age of the exterior to this hotel fool you. The 3 bedroom apartment was huge for a motel, with all new modern fittings . The kitchen was well appointed with oven, hot plate, microwave, dishwasher & family size fridge. The lounge dinning was spacious with a huge tv that would be at home in a sports bar let alone a motel. The bedrooms were again large with decent beds that weren’t too hard. You also have an appointed laundry with washer dryer that was handy for our long exploring road trip around the South Island. I don’t think I’ve been more surprised with a room and travelling with my grown family of 5 I would definitely stay again

Very small bedroom

We had a large spacious unit with full kitchen. Very clean. Looks to be recently renovated. Beds very comfortable. Double glazed windows so it was very quiet inside. Large new TV was great for a cold rainy night. Just out of the main centre and not far from Queens Park. One thing I’d like the owners to know is that the dining furniture being tall, and the chairs and couch being saggy are a bit difficult for people with back hip or knee issues. If you don’t have those issues, hence my 3 stars for comfort.

Very dated property or our executive 1 bedroom was. Permanent person next door had TV on 24 hours could be heard in our room. Off street parking but nowhere to sit outside

Best accommodation on our trip, nice and modern, perfect for a family

It is very simple but very nice. Unfortunately I could hear the next door guest talking. That was a bit awkward and annoying as I wanted to sleep and it kept awake.

Motel needs a makeover very dated. Bed was very uncomfortable.Most likely wouldnt book here again.

Great size rooms

The motel unit was spacious, comfortable and quiet. It was very good value for money.

I swapped rooms from what I booked to help the motel out. Have not received a refund for the price difference of the room. Room was old, cold and run down, ceiling was falling apart. Photos on website do not match this room.

The staff was effusively welcoming, and this was the best bed/shower quality combination I have experienced in the south end thus far!

The room was fantastic! So much room. The location was excellent too - close to everything. The check in / check out was easy and the staff were super friendly. Getting some free milk was a bonus.

Very friendly and welcoming manager unit was very clean with everything you need and close proximity to shops and tourist attractions

The staff is very nice and helpful. The parking space is right in front of the building.

Staff very helpful and welcoming. Good facilities. Comfy bed. Very quiet. Good parking.

Lynn was super helpful and went above and beyond Thank you! :)

The manager was not there when we arrived to check in, we had to wait about 20 mins, (along with some other people who arrived after us.) The washing machine did not start when we put the money in. Once we got the manager, she put some more coins in and it went then.

The friendliness & helpfulness of the staff was above & beyond superb.

Lovely clean place with extremely helpful staff.

Good location and comfortable unit.

The room was fantastic! So much room. The location was excellent too - close to everything. The check in / check out was easy and the staff were super friendly. Getting some free milk was a bonus.

Bonne communication avec les gérants, très sympathiques et disponibles. Très bon séjour. Il faudra une voiture pour le shopping et les restaurants.

Very friendly and welcoming manager unit was very clean with everything you need and close proximity to shops and tourist attractions

Warm, clean, and spacious. Awesome location for the Bluff Festival beong close to the free bus pick up.

Good service and reception. Close to public park

Easy access, nice quiet location close to explore everything Invercargill & the bluff has to offer!

Very clean and spacious. The beds had electric blankets. We only stayed one night and didn't use the kitchen but it was well equipped. The water tower was within walking distance. Will definitely book a room here again if we happen to be in this area.

Lovely accomodation. Would recommend you stay. Quiet and very clean. Great restaurant Saucy Chef in walking distance.

Close to queens park. Good location