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Shelby Motor Lodge
295 Tay Street, Invercargill 9810 New Zealand
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#2 of 24 motels in Invercargill
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Welcome to Shelby Motor Lodge, a nice option for travelers. For those interested in checking out popular landmarks while visiting Invercargill, Our Motor Lodge is located a short distance from the War Memorial in the center of town (0.1 mi) and First Presbyterian Church (0.5 mi). The motel rooms offer a refrigerator, a kitchenette, and a seating area, With free Wi-Fi available. Guests have access to room service while staying at Shelby Motor Lodge. There is free parking available to guests. We look forward to welcoming you on your visit to Invercargill.
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Property amenities
Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Wifi
Complimentary Instant Coffee
Non-smoking hotel
Laundry service
Self-serve laundry
Room features
Desk
Seating area
Sofa
Iron
Coffee / tea maker
Flatscreen TV
Extra long beds
Bath / shower
Wake-up service / alarm clock
Kitchenette
Microwave
Refrigerator
Kitchenware
Electric blanket
Hair dryer
Room types
Non-smoking rooms
Suites
Family rooms
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HOTEL CLASS
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HOTEL STYLE
Mid-range
Centrally Located
Languages Spoken
English, Filipino
Location
295 Tay Street, Invercargill 9810 New Zealand
Getting there
Car recommended
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Grade: 50 out of 100
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Invercargill Airport
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As soon as you arrive you are greeted with friendly owners willing to help, checking in is quick and hassle free .
The room is spacious ,warm and cleaned to perfection the bed is comfy it has everything you need to make your stay enjoyable.
Being on a busy road I expected there to be some road noise but it was extremely quiet.
Close to city centre about a 5 minute drive or 20 minute walk .
The room is spacious ,warm and cleaned to perfection the bed is comfy it has everything you need to make your stay enjoyable.
Being on a busy road I expected there to be some road noise but it was extremely quiet.
Close to city centre about a 5 minute drive or 20 minute walk .
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Date of stay: April 2024Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from Tony Bower, Owner at Shelby Motor Lodge
Responded 4 Jan 2025
Many thanks for taking the time to write your review , we really appreciate the positive feedback.
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Great place to stay.
Modern, comfortable, well-equipped and close to everything. Staff all really friendly and happy to help. Good parking and room has everything you may need whether you're just passing through or staying a few nights. Recommended.
Modern, comfortable, well-equipped and close to everything. Staff all really friendly and happy to help. Good parking and room has everything you may need whether you're just passing through or staying a few nights. Recommended.
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Date of stay: July 2023Trip type: Travelled with family
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We got stranded in Invercargill due to a severe flood event in Southland and the manager saved us an uncomfortable sleep in the car! The 2 bedroom suite was great with everything you could want including a fire, fully fitted out kitchen, spa bath, easy parking, Netflix and Wifi that worked. And even though the motel is on the main road it was quiet. The owner was very helpful and turned on the fire so we could warm up and dry out. This motel is highly recommended.
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Date of stay: February 2020Trip type: Travelled with friends
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Response from 295OnTayMotel, Owner at Shelby Motor Lodge
Responded 19 Feb 2020
Hi Rosie Thank You for your fantastic review we are pleased you enjoyed our excellent facilities.
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We needed a place to stay at short notice ... Geoff couldn't have been more helpful.
Room was great ... the Spa Bath was an unexpected bonus.
Very convenient for the 2 museums (MotorcycleMecca and Bill Richardson Transport World).
If you are planning to stay in Tay Street area we would highly recommend
Room was great ... the Spa Bath was an unexpected bonus.
Very convenient for the 2 museums (MotorcycleMecca and Bill Richardson Transport World).
If you are planning to stay in Tay Street area we would highly recommend
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Date of stay: November 2022Trip type: Travelled as a couple
Room Tip: Good location plenty of parking
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Response from Geoff Shepherd, Owner at Shelby Motor Lodge
Responded 28 Nov 2022
Hi Andrew Thank you for your fantastic review we are pleased you enjoyed your trip to Invercargill Cheers Geoff
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Our accommodation was in one of the adjoining houses - which was very well specced! Very modern and clean and spacious - it was like having a huge house to ourselves. Location also very convenient.
Staff were super helpful too, allowing us to store some gear with them for a few days while we visited Stewart Island (we returned and stayed another day following our return to Invercargill).
Staff were super helpful too, allowing us to store some gear with them for a few days while we visited Stewart Island (we returned and stayed another day following our return to Invercargill).
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Date of stay: January 2023
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Response from Geoff Shepherd, Owner at Shelby Motor Lodge
Responded 10 Feb 2023
Hi Thank you for your review we are pleased you enjoyed your stay. Cheers Geoff
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We stayed in a unit at the back of the motel complex. King size comfy bed, separate lounge/kitchen, all the amenities you could need like a dishwasher, washer/dryer combination. Very quiet and very clean.
Shout out to Issie who was warm and welcoming and made our stay a pleasure. Many thanks!!!
Shout out to Issie who was warm and welcoming and made our stay a pleasure. Many thanks!!!
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Date of stay: December 2022Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Room Tip: Stay in an apartment at the back to avoid any road noise.
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Response from Geoff Shepherd, Owner at Shelby Motor Lodge
Responded 9 Feb 2023
Hi Julie Thank you for your fantastic review we are pleased in enjoyed your stay in our one bedroom apartment. Cheers Geoff
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Lovely stay for two nights in an accessible ground floor unit. The unit was quiet, bed was comfortable and parking outside the unit was handy. The lounge area had good sized couches and the kitchen was set up with everything needed for us to cook. The unit was very clean. Countdown was within walking distance so we made our own meals.
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Date of stay: October 2020Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from Geoff Shepherd, Owner at Shelby Motor Lodge
Responded 11 Feb 2021
Hi Thank you for your fantastic review we are pleased you enjoyed your stay
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The host was friendly and helpful. The unit was spacious and exceptionally clean and comfortable. We had an upstairs two bedroom unit which could easily sleep six people. A great place to stay in Invercargill.
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Date of stay: December 2021
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Booked in late on 15th February and was directed to a large unit with three single beds and one double. Beautifully clean, roomy, sunny in the afternoon, with everything needed to make a weary traveler feel comfortable. Although next to a busy road the outside wall was high enough to block most of the noise. It was not a problem. TV had all the channels I like to watch and everything worked perfectly. No one bothered me and the moment I turned my back the unit was cleaned. I will definitely stay here again and I travel often to Invercargill to be with my whanau.
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Date of stay: February 2020
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Response from 295OnTayMotel, Manager at Shelby Motor Lodge
Responded 22 Feb 2020
Hi Reina Thank you for your fantastic review, we are glad you enjoyed your stay with us and are looking forward to seeing you again soon. Kind Regards Issie
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The best thing about 295 is the !ocation. The hotel is !located within walking distance to town and on the Southern Scenic Route. Reception was friendly. We were given a coupon to use at the Saucey restaurant;an easy drive up Mary street.
The bed was a bit hard, there was only one window above the toilet, and only all over body wash/shampoo provided. We found that the room got very stuffy overnight as there was no ventilation. Leaving the window open in the bathroom just made that room very cold.
The bed was a bit hard, there was only one window above the toilet, and only all over body wash/shampoo provided. We found that the room got very stuffy overnight as there was no ventilation. Leaving the window open in the bathroom just made that room very cold.
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Date of stay: March 2020
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Room Tip: There are newer rooms located across the street.
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Response from 295OnTayMotel, Owner at Shelby Motor Lodge
Responded 5 Mar 2020
Hi Ginny Thank You for your review we appreciate your feedback. Cheers Geoff
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PRICE RANGE
$187 - $214 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
LOCATION
New ZealandSouth IslandSouthland RegionInvercargill
NUMBER OF ROOMS
24
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Frequently Asked Questions about Shelby Motor Lodge
Which popular attractions are close to Shelby Motor Lodge?
Nearby attractions include Bill Richardson Transport World (1.0 km), Invercargill Water Tower (0.6 km), and Burt Munro Statue (1.1 km).
What are some of the property amenities at Shelby Motor Lodge?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, free parking, and laundry service.
Which room amenities are available at Shelby Motor Lodge?
Top room amenities include a kitchenette, a flat screen TV, and a refrigerator.
What food & drink options are available at Shelby Motor Lodge?
Guests can enjoy free instant coffee during their stay.
What are some restaurants close to Shelby Motor Lodge?
Conveniently located restaurants include Elegance At 148 On Elles Restaurant, The Batch Cafe, and The Saucy Chef on St Andrew.
Are any cleaning services offered at Shelby Motor Lodge?
Yes, laundry service and self serve laundry are offered to guests.
Which languages are spoken by the staff at Shelby Motor Lodge?
The staff speaks multiple languages, including English and Filipino.
Are there any historical sites close to Shelby Motor Lodge?
Many travellers enjoy visiting Demolition World (4.5 km).
Is Shelby Motor Lodge accessible?
Yes, it offers wheelchair access and reduced mobility rooms. For specific enquiries, we recommend calling ahead to confirm.