Bill Richardson Transport World - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
Rugby Park Stadium - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
Stadium Southland - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
Burt Munro - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
Southland Hospital - 5 min drive - 3.7 km
Getting around
Invercargill (IVC) - 6 min drive
Restaurants
Fat Bastard Pies - 12 min walk
The Batch Cafe - 19 min walk
Turkish Kebabs - 3 min drive
Jagz of Village Green - 3 min drive
Thai Thai - 3 min drive
About this property
Colonial on Tay
Colonial on Tay is a great choice for a stay in Invercargill. You'll have free perks like WiFi and self parking.
Languages
English
At a glance
Hotel size
10 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Check-out time is 10 AM
Restrictions related to your trip
Check COVID-19 restrictions.
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Continental breakfast (surcharge) each morning 8:00 AM–9:00 AM
Barbecue grills
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Tour/ticket assistance
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Facilities
Garden
Accessibility
No elevator (single level property)
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Premium satellite channels
Home comfort
Heating
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Premium bedding
What to enjoy
Separate living room
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Refrigerator
Microwave
Kitchen
Stovetop
Toaster
Cookware, dishes, and utensils
Free tea bags/instant coffee
More
Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Continental breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately NZD 15 for adults and NZD 15 for children
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
This property accepts major credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Also known as
Colonial Tay
Colonial Tay Invercargill
Colonial Tay Motel
Colonial Tay Motel Invercargill
Colonial On Tay Invercargill, South Island
Colonial on Tay Motel
Colonial on Tay Invercargill
Colonial on Tay Motel Invercargill
Frequently asked questions
Does Colonial on Tay offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Colonial on Tay 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 Colonial on Tay?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Colonial on Tay?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Colonial on Tay?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.
What is there to do at Colonial on Tay and nearby?
Colonial on Tay has a garden.
Does Colonial on Tay have self-catered rooms fitted with kitchens or kitchenettes?
Yes, a kitchen is available in every room, and also includes a coffee maker, a toaster, and cookware.
What's the area around Colonial on Tay like?
Colonial on Tay is a short 10-minute walk from Bill Richardson Transport World and 12 minutes' walk from Surrey Park.
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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9.2/10
Cleanliness
9.2/10
Staff & service
9.4/10
Amenities
8.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
8/10 Very Good
Jul 22, 2023
Graham
Graham, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 13, 2023
It was a nice looking Motel and kept myself and my mother very warm on the cold winter days.
Emma
Emma, 4-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 7, 2023
The uniqueness was the 2 rough coated Jack Russells and kind Proprietors. A pleasure to stay at a motel with kind owners rather than staff.
Berna Detta
Berna Detta, 3-night business trip
Verified Wotif guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 8, 2023
Brian
Brian, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 14, 2023
We had the best stay at Colonial on Tay. Denise was so lovely and helpful, the rooms were beautiful and the beds support comfortable. Would love to stay again
Jessica
Verified Wotif guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 30, 2022
Good sized facilities and comfy bed. Quiet location and helpful staff. No complaints. 😀
Martin
Martin, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 8, 2022
Great location and very friendly welcome.
Neil
Neil, 2-night romance trip
Verified Wotif guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 25, 2022
We booked this property last minute and were very pleasantly suprised. The rooms felt clean, no strange smells and the staff were friendly. If we were going to Invercargill again we would definitely stay here.
Brooke
Brooke, 2-night trip
Verified Lastminute guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 20, 2022
It was clean & tidy. Great friendly service.
Paula
Paula, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 1, 2022
enjoy our time there
Sue
Sue, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Wotif guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 4, 2021
Really enjoyed our nite here, the rooms were spotless, and the bed and linen were the best we’d been in all year, the staff were very helpful, if we have go down there again, this is where we’d stay
Verified traveler
1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 7, 2021
Verified traveler
1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
May 18, 2021
Very friendly awesome kind people that made us feel welcome
Verified traveler
1-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
May 8, 2021
Warm, clean, comfortable with very friendly service.
Verified traveler
3-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 20, 2021
Verified traveler
2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
2/10 Poor
Dec 5, 2020
Extremely rude service
By far the rudest motelier I have ever encountered.
J
J, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 24, 2020
The property was central and conveniently located. Realistically, there was nothing not to like apart from perhaps the decor being a bit dated.
Verified traveler
1-night business trip
Verified Wotif guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 18, 2020
mike
mike, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Jul 17, 2020
Josh
Josh, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 29, 2020
The new owners are absolutely fantastic. Next time we are in Invercargill and require a motel, we will definitely be back.
Verified traveler
5-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 8, 2020
Very comfortable accommodation with separate rooms
Very comfortable accommodation with separate bedroom, kitchen and lounge room – a rarity with many motels - giving the place a ‘homely’ feel. Great for the business traveller who wants a little home comfort and not wanting to eat out very night. Along with friendly management and good arrangements for late check makes Colonial on Tay a must for my next business trip to Invercargill.
Laddie
Laddie, 4-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Feb 17, 2020
Location was good and a comfortable property close to amenities