Kelvin Hotel

3.5 star property
Eco-certified hotel with a 24-hour business center and a restaurant

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Exterior
Standard Room, Non Smoking (Twin Room) | 1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds
Lobby
Superior Room, Non Smoking (Superior Suite) | Living area | TV
Superior Room, Non Smoking (Superior Suite) | Living area | TV

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry

Room options

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Showing 7 of 7 rooms

Standard Room, Non Smoking (Queen Room)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Premium King Room

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
TV
Renovated in 2016
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Room, Non Smoking (Superior Suite)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
  • 54 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Small Double

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Room, Non Smoking (Triple Room)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Twin Bed

Standard Room, Non Smoking (Twin Room)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Premium Queen room

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 54 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
20 Kelvin Street, Invercargill, 9810

What's nearby

  • Civic Theatre - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Burt Munro - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Bill Richardson Transport World - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Stadium Southland - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Southland Hospital - 4 min drive - 2.1 miles

Getting around

  • Invercargill (IVC) - 4 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Fat Bastard Pies - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Batch Cafe - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Thai Opal - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Tuatara Backpackers Lodge - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Kelvin Hotel

Eco-certified hotel located in Invercargill City Centre
Take advantage of dry cleaning/laundry services, a bar, and a 24-hour business center at Kelvin Hotel. The on-site southern cuisine restaurant, Level One, offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), access to a nearby health club, and a TV in the lobby
  • Luggage storage, tour/ticket assistance, and ATM/banking services
  • A vending machine, a water dispenser, and a banquet hall
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and proximity to shopping
Room features
All 60 rooms offer amenities such as free WiFi.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and hair dryers
  • TVs with cable channels
  • Mini fridges, free infant beds, and electric kettles

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee 6:00 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; NZD 23 to 28 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Level One

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • Conference space

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator (79 inch wide door)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed on Sunday:
  • Fitness facility
The following facilities are closed on Sunday:
  • Dining venue(s)

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately NZD 23.00 to 28.00 per person

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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; cash is not accepted
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

National rating

Rating provided by Qualmark®, source of official star ratings for accommodation in New Zealand.

Property is also known as

Kelvin Hotel
Kelvin Hotel Invercargill
Kelvin Invercargill
Kelvin Hotel Invercargill, South Island
Kelvin Hotel Hotel
Kelvin Hotel Invercargill
Kelvin Hotel Hotel Invercargill

Frequently asked questions

Is Kelvin Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Kelvin Hotel?

There is free parking nearby.

What time is check-in at Kelvin Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Kelvin Hotel?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Kelvin Hotel located?

Located in Invercargill City Centre, this eco-certified hotel is steps from Toetoes Bay, Civic Theatre, and Classic Motorcycle Mecca. St. John's Anglican Church and St. Mary's Basilica are also within 5 minutes.

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Kelvin Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 406 out of 906 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 351 out of 906 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 101 out of 906 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 38 out of 906 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 906 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

Great hotel, loved everything about it
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10

A old property that is well maintained. Friendly staff and free parking The room was very hot and couldn’t find a way to turn down the heat Good stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10

Good location and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10

Easy access to everything, food amazing. Staff very helpful especially in the dining area. Good value for money. Will stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10

Loved everything will be staying again
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10

Despite being in the centre of town, the hotel is quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10

Great location but couldn’t turn the heating off
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10

Centrally located good facilities.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10

A nice modern hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10

The hotel was fantastic & a quick walk to the shopping area. The only downside was the meal at Level 1 Restaurant. Had a roast beef meal that was very average. The vegetables were outstading & a great sized portion. Unfortunately the beef was so dry & tough.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10

Perfect for a stopover, right in the centre of Invercargill near the restaurants and bars
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10

Excellent central city hotel. Comfortable beds, standard hotel room
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10

Convenient location
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10

Great property. Very central to lots of things. We had a great stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10

Comfortable bed, clean room and facilities, convenient location and guest laundry made for good value.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10

Friendly staff and a big sized room
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10

For Invercargill this is one of the better options. Great restaurant and bar facilities and location. A little dated but still a very comfortable hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10

Convenient location, comfortable bed.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10

Great place to stay good food easy walking distance to shop's etc
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10

Close to centre of town,friendly staff,clean and tidy.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10

A well appointed room in a great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10

Great location in the heart of the CBD, Good bars and restaurants
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10

Staff very helpful with making changes to booking and with cleaning room.
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2024

10/10

The property was great, quiet and clean. Downtown seemed a bit depressed but all was good for a stopover night.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10

Great place to stay. Will be back for sure.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024