Shelby Motor Lodge, near Splash Palace and Rugby Park Stadium, offers a comfortable retreat with in-room WiFi. Enjoy luggage storage and dry cleaning services during your stay. Guests appreciate the helpful staff.
Bill Richardson Transport World - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
Civic Theatre - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
Burt Munro - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
Southland Hospital - 5 min drive - 3.5 km
Getting around
Invercargill (IVC) - 6 min drive
Restaurants
Fat Bastard Pies - 10 min walk
The Batch Cafe - 17 min walk
Tuatara Backpackers Lodge - 2 min drive
Turkish Kebabs - 19 min walk
Speights Ale House - 2 min drive
About this property
Shelby Motor Lodge
Shelby Motor Lodge is a great choice for a stay in Invercargill. Free perks include WiFi and self parking. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.
Languages
English, Filipino
At a glance
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Hotel size
35 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 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 Monday - Friday (7:30 AM - 9:30 PM) and Saturday - Sunday (8 AM - 9:30 PM)
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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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 not allowed
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
Services
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Accessibility
Grab bar near toilet
Room amenities
Be entertained
43-inch flat-screen TV
Premium satellite channels
Netflix
Home comfort
Heating
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Refrigerator
Microwave
Kitchenette
Stovetop
Cookware, dishes, and utensils
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Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Policies
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
Cashless transactions are available.
Also known as
295 Tay Motel Invercargill
295 Tay Motel
295 Tay Invercargill
295 Tay
295 On Tay Motel Invercargill, South Island
295 On Tay Motel
Shelby Motor Lodge Motel
Shelby Motor Lodge Invercargill
Shelby Motor Lodge Motel Invercargill
Frequently asked questions
Does Shelby Motor Lodge offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Shelby Motor Lodge 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 Shelby Motor Lodge?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Shelby Motor Lodge?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Shelby Motor Lodge?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Shelby Motor Lodge and nearby?
Recommended spots to visit include Rugby Park Stadium (11-min walk) and Splash Palace (12-min walk), along with Bill Richardson Transport World (12-min walk) and Civic Theatre (15-min walk).
Does Shelby Motor Lodge have self-catered rooms fitted with kitchens or kitchenettes?
Yes, a kitchenette is available in every room, and also includes a stovetop, a refrigerator, and a microwave.
What's the area around Shelby Motor Lodge like?
Shelby Motor Lodge is in Turnbull Thompson Park, a short 6-minute drive from Invercargill (IVC) and 11 minutes' walk from Rugby Park Stadium.
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Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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9.8/10
Cleanliness
9.4/10
Staff & service
9.4/10
Amenities
9.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.2/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
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Location
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Welcoming
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 20, 2025
This would be my preferred Motel to stay at when visiting Invercargill.
Verified traveller
3-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
Jan 20, 2025
Nice standard motel room for an overnight stay at Invercargill. Comfortable and quiet, with basic kitchen requirements. Motel is close to many stores. Staff friendly and happy to help. Easy parking.
John
John, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 11, 2025
good motel
Richard
Richard, 4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
Dec 18, 2024
Chin
Chin, 4-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 17, 2024
Fit for purpose, had a nice quite night, great bed.
Ken
Ken, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 7, 2024
Great location & close to everything, easy walk to the Bill Richardson Truck & Transport Musieum.
Super friendly & helpful people running the motel.
Anthony
Anthony, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 1, 2024
Andrew
Andrew, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 28, 2024
Greatly appreciated
Frances
Frances, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
Sep 25, 2024
Shirley
Shirley, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 14, 2024
Room was clean, and well equipped with all the amenities.
Hardeep
Hardeep, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
4/10 Fair
Aug 6, 2024
Wouldn’t stay here again
The shower water was cold and took 3 minutes to warm up and then would get really hot or cold throughout.
There was no headboard on the bed and the wall was cold.
Verified traveller
1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
Aug 4, 2024
Greg
Greg, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 1, 2024
Dorothy and Bev are most kind and helpful. Gladly stay here again. Smiley Face ... Brian
Brian
Brian, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 23, 2024
good location for our travel plans
leanda
leanda, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
Jun 21, 2024
Nice place to stay
Peter
Peter, 1-night business trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 12, 2024
Sunken mattress otherwise very good. Very convenient location
christopher
christopher, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
May 12, 2024
Very nice
Tania
Tania, 1-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review
10/10 Exceptional
May 2, 2024
Has changed owners since I stayed there last, but the service was still top notch. Would definitely stay there each time I visit Invercargill.
Verified traveller
2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 27, 2024
Fantastic apartment, great for our one night stay. Excellent kitchen facilities with separate bedroom. Have no hesitation is recommending them
Wendy
Wendy, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
Apr 9, 2024
Carol
Carol, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 24, 2024
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Paul
Paul, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 23, 2024
Room was very spacious and clean. Parking was very convenient.
Pauline
Pauline, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
Mar 21, 2024
It was convenient to our business at hand
No opening windows?? a bit strange but acomodating.
Russell
Russell, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 6, 2024
Our host, Izzy, was absolutely THE best. She is very knowledgable about Invercargill and the surroundng area including the charming village of Bluff. The motel is spotlessly clean. Our stay was was great!
Georgia
Georgia, 5-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 24, 2024
The people there were extremely helpful and accommodating. The apartment was perfect for what we wanted. Great place to stay, very welcoming people. Highly recommended