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Kelvin Hotel

3.5 star property
Hotel in Invercargill with a 24-hour business center and a restaurant

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Exterior
Lobby
Bar (on property)
Standard Room, Non Smoking (Twin Room) | Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi
Superior Room, Non Smoking (Superior Suite) | Living area | TV
The Kelvin Hotel, in central Invercargill, blends comfort with exploration. Enjoy southern cuisine at Level One restaurant, stay fit at the on-site gym, and explore nearby shopping districts with expert guidance from the staff.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry

Room options

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Showing 7 of 7 rooms

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Standard Room, Non Smoking (Triple Room) | Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Standard Room, Non Smoking (Triple Room)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Superior Room, Non Smoking (Superior Suite)

Superior Room, Non Smoking (Superior Suite) | Living area | TV

Superior Room, Non Smoking (Superior Suite)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Standard Small Double | Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Standard Small Double

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Standard Room, Non Smoking (Twin Room)

Standard Room, Non Smoking (Twin Room) | Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Standard Room, Non Smoking (Twin Room)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(16 reviews)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Premium King Room

Premium King Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Premium King Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(16 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Standard Room, Non Smoking (Queen Room) | Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Standard Room, Non Smoking (Queen Room)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(12 reviews)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Premium Queen room

Premium Queen room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Premium Queen room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

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

About the neighborhood

Map
20 Kelvin Street, Invercargill, 9810

What's nearby

  • Civic Theatre - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Rugby Park Stadium - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Burt Munro - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Bill Richardson Transport World - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Southland Hospital - 4 min drive - 2.1 miles

Getting around

  • Invercargill (IVC) - 4 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪St. Pierres - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Batch Cafe - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Pinch Of Spice - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Waxy O'Shea's Irish Pub - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Kelvin Hotel

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 an elevator
  • ATM/banking services, a banquet hall, and a water dispenser
  • Smoke-free premises, a TV in the lobby, and luggage storage
  • 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.

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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
  • Smoking not allowed

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 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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Reviews

Kelvin Hotel Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.2

Eco-friendliness

8.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 417 out of 934 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 359 out of 934 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 106 out of 934 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 41 out of 934 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 934 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Poor drink options-crappy red wine! Not given options for coffee at Bradstreet, though specified on menu at checkin. Same with smoothies.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stuart

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect for a stopover, right in the centre of Invercargill near the restaurants and bars
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Emmanuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Wonderful Southland

Amazing experience, centre to visit modt of the region.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay

Great stay. Everything was nice and easy. Clean room, all staff we encountered were friendly and efficient. Parking practicality across the road.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Despite being in the centre of town, the hotel is quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Bella

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

10/10 Excellent

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

4 night stay

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

10/10 Excellent

Gavin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location in the heart of the CBD, Good bars and restaurants
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A well appointed room in a great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Edwin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good hotel for the location
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Geoff

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

8/10 Good

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
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

10/10 Excellent

Kayla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place to stay

Nice place to stay. Spa bath was great. Nice spacious room
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Constantine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent and friendly service from reception, housekeeping and the restaurant. Great hotel to stay at in Invercargill.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Kay

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and friendly helpful staff Heater wasn’t working in room, didn’t matter at night, but would have been nice in the morning.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Vet friendly. Clean and close to amenities. Most enjoyable
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed our stay at the Kelvin, friendly staff & very clean, room was lovely
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Conveniently situated, nice bar. The shower was a bit erratic running hot and cold
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
good location
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Dated but worked for us.

It was good value and convenient for where we needed to be but the rooms are very dated. It did the job.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shontae

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely friendly staff
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

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