In Hawthorndale, Monarch Motel offers a tranquil retreat with lush gardens and a playground. With in-room WiFi, dry cleaning services, free newspapers and luggage storage on hand, the helpful staff has ensured that guests leave feeling refreshed.
633 Tay Street (state Highway 1), Invercargill, 9810
What's nearby
Surrey Park - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
Bill Richardson Transport World - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
Stadium Southland - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
Dig This Invercargill - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
Burt Munro - 5 min drive - 4.1 km
Getting around
Invercargill (IVC) - 8 min drive
Restaurants
The Cheeky Llama Cafe - 5 min drive
The Saucy Chef Restaurant - 4 min drive
Mevlana Kebabs - 4 min drive
KFC - 4 min drive
Glasines Cafe - 5 min drive
About this property
Monarch Motel
When visiting Invercargill, Monarch Motel is a great choice to consider. Guests will have free perks like WiFi and self parking. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.
At a glance
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Hotel size
22 rooms
Arranged over 1 level
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets
Pets stay free (dogs only)
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking
Free onsite self parking
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Traveling with children
Playground
What to do
Golfing nearby
Working away
Business center
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Free newspapers in lobby
Luggage storage
Facilities
1 building/tower
Garden
Banquet hall
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Satellite TV channels
Home comfort
Heating
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Refrigerator
Microwave
Kitchenette
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Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Policies
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 does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club
Also known as
Monarch Invercargill
Monarch Motel
Monarch Motel Invercargill
Monarch Motel Invercargill, South Island
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Monarch Motel Invercargill
Monarch Motel Motel Invercargill
Frequently asked questions
Does Monarch Motel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Monarch Motel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Monarch Motel?
Yes, dogs stay free.
Is parking offered on site at Monarch Motel?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Monarch Motel?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Monarch Motel and nearby?
Monarch Motel has a garden.
Does Monarch Motel have self-catered rooms fitted with kitchens or kitchenettes?
Yes, a kitchenette is available in every room, and also includes a refrigerator, a microwave, and a coffee maker.
What's the area around Monarch Motel like?
Monarch Motel is a short 7-minute walk from Surrey Park and 9 minutes' walk from Bill Richardson Transport World.
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Reviews
Monarch Motel Reviews
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9.4
Cleanliness
8.2
Location
9.2
Staff & service
8.8
Property conditions & facilities
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Reviews
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 9, 2026
Clean room, very comfortable bed - great location for our needs
Lesley
Lesley, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 9, 2025
Clean room, staff were great and room was warm and safe
Brent
Brent, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Feb 10, 2026
The room was clean comfortable bed
Had everything we needed.
The spa they advise is out of commission
That was disappointing.
Vassa
Vassa, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 28, 2025
Great facilities especially the full length mirror, nice stay all round
Peter and Margaret
Peter and Margaret, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 28, 2025
fantastic hosts, friendly and accommodating.
will stay again.
Sandra
Sandra, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Feb 12, 2025
Very pleasant stay, staff efficient and friendly 😊
Keri
Keri, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 25, 2024
Great stay, room was lovely and staff super helpful
Kathleen
Kathleen, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Feb 15, 2025
Friendly staff and everything nice and clean
Nioelle
Nioelle, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Mar 4, 2024
Good location for our road trip
Michael
Michael, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 10, 2023
Nice motel friendly staff
John
John, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 21, 2025
Friendly and helpful staff.
Matthew
Matthew, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 7, 2024
Good option if staying in invercargill. Easy parking and just down the road from the must see transport museum.
Jamie
Jamie, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 15, 2024
Great, fuss free stay at The Monarch. Easy check in and the room was suitable and as described.
Domi
Domi, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Apr 1, 2025
Nice and pet friendly
Clean, warm and quiet.
Renata
Renata, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 20, 2024
My go-to motel in Invercargill
Very comfy room and friendly Motel Manager.
Rachael
Rachael, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 4, 2025
This was an amazing property and I would highly recommend it to anyone!! Very clean and staff were so helpful and friendly. Room was well equipped and clean!
Marilyn
Marilyn, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 9, 2024
The property was clean, quiet and comfortable. Perfect for us as close to family. Would stay again. Great value for money.
Anna
Anna, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 18, 2025
Easy to get to on Sh1 into city. Quiet, clean, pet friendly
Dorothy
Dorothy, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 18, 2024
Clean and comfortable place and helpful staff, surprisingly quiet for its location. Close to the transport museum, too.
Holger
Holger, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 23, 2025
It was a perfect base for exploring invercargill. It was clean, spacious, very comfortable and well appointed. Certainly exceeded our expectations for the price and would happily stay here again should we come back to Invercargill
Maria
Maria, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 9, 2023
We had a fantastic stay and would highly recommend, comfortable beds and cleanliness for an old establishment was fantastic, the girls who service the rooms daily do an amazing job and work incredibly hard.
Shelby
Shelby, 9-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 1, 2025
Great stay
Very clean and pleasant place to stay in the edge of town. We had a room for three, which was spacious…one bed was in the living area with the second bedroom separate. Worked well for our little family
Debra
Debra, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 7, 2024
The unit was spacious and very clean. The staff were excellent.
Stuart
Stuart, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 4, 2025
Comfortable and very clean
Les
Les, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Apr 6, 2024
Good place to have a rest. Room is new and comfortable. Service is also very good!