Shelby Motor Lodge

Photo gallery for Shelby Motor Lodge

A yellow car parked in front of a building with a reception sign.
A hotel room with a large bed, two black leather chairs, a painting of a beach scene, and a nightstand.
A two-story building with a reception area, a balcony, and a gated entrance.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a window overlooking a backyard.
A modern living room with a glass coffee table, leather sofa, and a TV mounted on the wall.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Housekeeping
  • Kitchen
The current price is AU$152
includes taxes & fees
25 Sept - 26 Sept

Explore the area

View map
295 Tay Street, Invercargill, 9810
  • Place, Bill Richardson Transport World
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Surrey Park
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Civic Theatre
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Invercargill (IVC)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 80 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Single Bed

Apartment, 1 Bedroom

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

Studio King

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(19 reviews)
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Studio King

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Invercargill

Shelby Motor Lodge places you in the centre of Invercargill, within just a 15-minute stroll of Splash Palace and Rugby Park Stadium. Highlights at this motel include free self-parking, and in-room kitchenettes and free WiFi. .This smoke-free motel offers free WiFi in public areas and luggage storage. .Places within a 15-minute walk of this 4.5-property class Turnbull Thompson Park motel include Bill Richardson Transport World and Civic Theatre.

What's nearby

  • Splash Palace - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Bill Richardson Transport World - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Surrey Park - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Rugby Park Stadium - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Civic Theatre - 16 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Invercargill (IVC) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ten Ten Thai Street Food - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Tuatara Cafe / Bar - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪The Cheeky Llama Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Mevlana Kebabs - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Main Street Cafe & Restaurant - ‬19 min walk

About this property

Shelby Motor Lodge

Public spaces have free WiFi. Self parking is free.

This 4.5-star Invercargill motel is smoke free.

  • 35 guestrooms or units
  • Storage area for luggage
  • No smoking on site
Shelby Motor Lodge offers 35 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Accommodation at this 4.5-star motel has kitchenettes with fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils.

This Invercargill motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. 43-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels and Netflix. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Similar properties

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels
  • Netflix

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 9:30 PM

Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Contactless check-out

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

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

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, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property class

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities and services.

Property is 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

What is the cancellation policy at Shelby Motor Lodge?

Shelby Motor Lodge offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Shelby Motor Lodge?

As of 18 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Shelby Motor Lodge on 25 Sept 2026 start from AU$152, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Shelby Motor Lodge?

Yep, Shelby Motor Lodge has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Shelby Motor Lodge?

The closest beach to Shelby Motor Lodge is Oreti Beach (10.9 km).

Does Shelby Motor Lodge have a waterslide?

No, there is no waterslide at Shelby Motor Lodge, but Splash Palace is a short 9-minute walk away.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Shelby Motor Lodge?

No, Shelby Motor Lodge does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Shelby Motor Lodge?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Shelby Motor Lodge?

No, pets are not allowed.

Shelby Motor Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 496 out of 663 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 147 out of 663 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 14 out of 663 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 663 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 663 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean roo, friendly staff
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Irene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, amazing room
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely and clean and staff extremely helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My wife has difficulty waking up stairs and the receptionist happily offered a downstairs room. The room had a warm atmosphere and very relaxing. We stayed their two nights and the location was central to the sites we wanted to visit. Staff were friendly and accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The motel was handy enough to the shops. The staff were excellent. The room was nice and warm.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes, The room was spotless and the staff were wonderful. Very nice room with a great bed and amenities. If I'm ever in Invercargill again I will definitely stay here.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

Great place to stay

Nice stay, convenient location and good facilities. Would definitely stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

leanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
good location for our travel plans
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very friendly service with excellent facilities and overall stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This would be my preferred Motel to stay at when visiting Invercargill.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ben

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great spot for our weekend stay. Super friendly staff, close to the Stadium and everything else we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Aleisha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location. Very spacious unit
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Clean and comfortable with easy on-site parking, good Wifi/smart TV. Very nice staff. Washer/dryer for $NZ 5 per load. Mini fridge, microwave, electric kettle, black out curtains. Excellent Indian restaurant a block away.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bridget

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely fabulous place to stay. Lovely rooms, very warm, it was perfect, thoroughly would recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jacqui

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Shelby motor lodge was such a comfortable stay that had everything we needed for our family of 3. The spa bath was amazing!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tania

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had an amazing stay here. Absolutely loved the venue and staff..when back in Invercargill will stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
good motel
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly service great room and nice and clean good location
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Darren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great room at a great price
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
My stay was excellent.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent value Comfortable room perfect for what we needed would come back again
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Denise

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

Fantastic stay

Great stay, quiet, comfortable and reasonably spacious. Very friendly helpful staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sandy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was tidy and clean. Looks like it had been recently redecorated. Comfy bed and far enough off street that traffic didn’t bother us.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Has changed owners since I stayed there last, but the service was still top notch. Would definitely stay there each time I visit Invercargill.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024