The 10 best Motels in Southland Region, New Zealand

June 12, 2023 Jacquiline Darosa

Discover the best Motels in Southland Region, South Island including Admiral Court Motel & Apartments, Aden Motel, Radfords on the Lake, Fiordland Lakeview Motel and Apartments, Lakeside Motel & Apartments, Kaka Retreat, Aden Motel, The Bay Motel, Birchwood Manor Motel, Red Tussock Motel.
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1. Admiral Court Motel & Apartments

327 Tay Street, Invercargill 9810 New Zealand 011 64 3-667 1597
Excellent
63%
Good
32%
Satisfactory
4%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 165 reviews

Admiral Court Motel & Apartments

Admiral Court Motel & Apartments, Invercargill is a modern, warm, spacious, ground floor 15 unit accommodation complex with 5 Luxury Units completed in 2011. The mix of accommodation options which are all serviced daily ensure that we will have a room to suit your requirements. Each is equipped with all the facilities needed to ensure a relaxing stay, including kitchens, microwaves, fridges, electric heating, electric blankets, ensuites with shower, Sky TV and FAST FREE wireless internet. Adjoining the motel we also have two 1920's houses - one is four bedrooms with two bathrooms and the other is three bedrooms with one bathroom. Both houses have heat pumps, Sky TV, WiFi and are fully self contained, making them great for families, sports groups and long stays here in Invercargill.

Excellent stay

Reviewed By ariesnz

Thank you - stayed in studio unit at front, some traffic noise but didn't bother us. Spotlessly clean, comfortable, easy parking outside unit and good handy location. Friendly helpful staff. Only negative is the very poor water pressure in shower.

2. Aden Motel

57-59 Quintin Drive Fiordland, Te Anau, Fiordland National Park 9600 New Zealand
Excellent
64%
Good
28%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 417 reviews

Aden Motel

Aden Motels have 12 ground floor Apartments from Studio, 1 & 2 bedroom plus 3 Bedroom Cottage.Free Wifi. Quiet location with ample parking even for a boat. Childrens playground, BBQ area, Guest Vege patch,guest laundry. Chemical Free and Eviromentally friendly. "Come and rest and relax".

50th Birthday

Reviewed By Rested72

Irene & David,thanks for being amazing hosts.From the moment I 1st called to organise accommodation for 15 people you were extremely helpful.The Herron Cottage is a great facility that we could all gather at night & was lovely & warm.These guys know how to let their guests relax & anything we needed was no problems.Highly recommend Aden Motels as a place to stay in Te Anau,walking distance from main town centre.

3. Radfords on the Lake

56 Lakefront Drive, Te Anau, Fiordland National Park 9600 New Zealand
Excellent
79%
Good
16%
Satisfactory
4%
Poor
1%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 899 reviews

Radfords on the Lake

Welcome to Radfords on the Lake – luxury 5-star lakefront accommodation in Te Anau which you will love. Wake up to views of stunning Lake Te Anau and the mountains of Fiordland National Park in one of our spacious, luxuriously appointed apartments. Radfords on the Lake is the perfect base from which to explore Milford Sound, Doubtful Sound or the wider Fiordland National Park. Te Anau – Your gateway to Fiordland Our home of Te Anau is your gateway to Fiordland and the perfect location to base yourself from. Te Anau is a beautiful location in its own right, with a multitude of experiences on offer including glow worm caves, nature hikes, lake cruises and more. If you are short on time, picking up a scenic helicopter or plane ride from Te Anau over the National Park will open up some of the most spectacular landscapes in the world to you. Experience the best that Fiordland has to offer. Our carefully curated packages focus on what our guests enjoy most, from exploring Milford Sound, to experiencing New Zealand’s most famous Great Walks.

Wow - Te Anau - Milford - Wow

Reviewed By GrummittFam

Fantastic time staying at Radfords, the service was outstanding, great recommendations and beautiful rooms. We are a family of 5 and it was a nice home away from home for our 2 night stay, wish we could have stayed longer.

4. Fiordland Lakeview Motel and Apartments

42 Lakefront Drive, Te Anau, Fiordland National Park 9600 New Zealand
Excellent
67%
Good
26%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
0%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 571 reviews

Fiordland Lakeview Motel and Apartments

All apartments have been recently refurbished, has Ample Heating, Flat Screen LCD TVs with Sky television and Telephones in every apartment. The Bathrooms include a Shower and a full Bath with a separate Toilet. Free wireless internet and 24 hour guest laundry. All trips in the Fiordland Area can be arranged at no extra charge. Friendly Service.

Top Knotch Accommodation

Reviewed By cowgirlNZ

How anyone could give this place less than 5 stars is a mystery! It is just wonderful. Sooo spacious, and they have thought of absolutely everything to make your stay perfect. Huge rooms, loads of surfaces to put things on, comfy seating, lovely bathroom and kitchenette and all sparkling clean - couldn't fault a thing. Oh and a gorgeous lake view, and immaculately kept, beautiful gardens. Gorgeous!

5. Lakeside Motel & Apartments

36 Lakefront Drive, Te Anau, Fiordland National Park 9600 New Zealand
Excellent
39%
Good
42%
Satisfactory
16%
Poor
2%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 528 reviews

Lakeside Motel & Apartments

See why so many travelers make Lakeside Motel & Apartments their motel of choice when visiting Te Anau. Providing an ideal mix of value, comfort and convenience, it offers an array of amenities designed for travelers like you. Lakeside Motel & Apartments is a motel offering a flat screen TV, a refrigerator, and a kitchenette in the rooms, and it is easy to stay connected during your stay as free wifi is offered to guests. The motel features baggage storage. Plus, guests can enjoy barbeque facilities, which has made this a popular choice among travelers visiting Te Anau. For guests with a vehicle, free parking is available. Close to some of Te Anau's most popular landmarks, such as Punanga Manu o Te Anau (0.8 mi) and Te Anau Lion Lookout Point (2.6 mi), Lakeside Motel & Apartments is a great destination for tourists. While staying in Te Anau, you can check out a popular Mediterranean restaurant like Ristorante Pizzeria Paradiso Da Toni, which is serving up some great dishes. We’re sure you’ll enjoy your stay at Lakeside Motel & Apartments as you experience all of the things Te Anau has to offer.

Loved out stay

Reviewed By Erin O

Booked a 1 bedroomed apartment with lake views. There was a road between the motel and the lake, and a lawn so had great views. The apartment could have comfortably slept five. Toilet was separate to the bathroom and both had heated flooring. Very good value for money with friendly hosts.

6. Kaka Retreat

7 - 9 Miro Crescent, Stewart Island 9846 New Zealand
Excellent
94%
Good
4%
Satisfactory
3%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5 based on 114 reviews

Kaka Retreat

Kaka Retreat is a small, intimate accommodation complex surrounded by bush and native gardens with a relaxed atmosphere. We're centrally located within the Oban Township and are close to the ferry and flight terminals, hotel and restaurants, supermarket etc. We're the perfect base for the single traveller, couples, families and groups alike and can cater for groups up to 14 people who require a bed each and if couples are in the mix we can cater for up to for 24 people. Property Facilities - Courtesy transfers to and from airport or ferry terminal (prior arrangement is required). - Wireless internet - Highchair and portacot (subject to availability). - Washing machine and clothes dryer are available. - Complimentary tea/coffee - Continental Breakfast - BBQ Facilities General Room Facilities - Toweling, toiletries, hand sanitiser and surface cleaning sprays are provided in all rooms for your convenience. - All Cottages and Studio Units have their own individual outdoor seating areas. Location / Distances: only 5 - 7 minute walk from the main town and Oban beachfront. Check-In Time: between 3:00pm and 7:00pm (Luggage storage for those who arrive earlier is available) Check-Out Time: 10:00am Reception Hours: we're available for our guests from 9.00am until 5.00pm either on site or by phone.

Great place to stay

Reviewed By Anne040164

The accommodation for a large group was great comfortable had everything and warm. Very close to town. Good area for a group barbie. But if you do need supplies avoid the 4 square ie bring your own as they are anti vax and I'm sure I got Covid from there. As it was the same time only place on the island where staff didn’t wear masks and. Came home with Covid.

7. Aden Motel

57-59 Quintin Drive Fiordland, Te Anau, Fiordland National Park 9600 New Zealand
Excellent
64%
Good
28%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 417 reviews

Aden Motel

Aden Motels have 12 ground floor Apartments from Studio, 1 & 2 bedroom plus 3 Bedroom Cottage.Free Wifi. Quiet location with ample parking even for a boat. Childrens playground, BBQ area, Guest Vege patch,guest laundry. Chemical Free and Eviromentally friendly. "Come and rest and relax".

50th Birthday

Reviewed By Rested72

Irene & David,thanks for being amazing hosts.From the moment I 1st called to organise accommodation for 15 people you were extremely helpful.The Herron Cottage is a great facility that we could all gather at night & was lovely & warm.These guys know how to let their guests relax & anything we needed was no problems.Highly recommend Aden Motels as a place to stay in Te Anau,walking distance from main town centre.

8. The Bay Motel

9 Dundee Street Halfmoon Bay, Stewart Island 9818 New Zealand
Excellent
69%
Good
24%
Satisfactory
3%
Poor
1%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 241 reviews

The Bay Motel

The Bay Motel is centrally located and features amazing views over Halfmoon Bay and/or the surrounding native bush. Other features include a fully equipped kitchenette, central heating, electric blankets, comfortable beds plus complimentary tea/coffee along with free WiFi - all designed to make your stay on the Stewart Island as comfortable as possible. We offer a range of rooms - from standard studios with and without spa to one and two bedroom apartments for the whole family. We also have wheelchair friendly units available. Oban township is only a 5 minutes walk away - all restaurants, shops and amenities are within easy walking distance. We offer a courtesy transfer service from the ferry terminal and flight centre. There is also a sheltered courtyard with seating and BBQ - perfect for cooking up that Blue Cod you just caught! We can help you plan your itinerary with some tips on what to do and what to see to make your Stewart Island experience a memorable one!

Great location

Reviewed By 422nikih

View from the balcony was outstanding - just unfortunate that a fellow guest saw fit to tramp past all our rooms to get a photo from the end of the balcony. We were picked up from, and dropped off to, the flight office. Toiletries are very nice. Room was clean and well laid out.

9. Birchwood Manor Motel

189 Tay Street, Invercargill 9810 New Zealand
Excellent
61%
Good
29%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
2%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 171 reviews

Birchwood Manor Motel

Central City Motel Apartment Accommodation Invercargill. 15 Spacious units with all facilities, some with spas. Central city location on Tay St close to all facilities incl sport & cultural venues. Southland hospitality on Southern Scenic route. Perfect for business travellers, family and holiday makers. With amenities such as high speed wireless internet, fully equipped kitchens in each motel unit, private balconies and much more - you're guaranteed a great stay here. Book online securely and enjoy the knowledge and expertise of our friendly staff.

Very disappointed with management responsiveness and ignorance

Reviewed By 9862trip

We booked for two nights stays. However, the motel checked us out from our room without any attempt to contact us on day 2 when my husband and I were out enjoying a private tour of the Catlin cost. The motel staff touched all our belongings, including toiletries, packed a bag, and threw most of the fresh foods that we bought for supper for the night and breakfast for the following day. The motel blamed us for this incident simply because my husband had handed the key to the reception staff before heading out for the tour. Well, we did not ask them to check us out we asked them to keep the room key in the reception until we return from the tour. After a long conversation with the onsite manager, we finally received a room key but not the same room we stayed in on our 1st night. The manager also handed our luggage packed by a motel staff and a plastic bag with some food items that were not being thrown away for some reason. We wrote a complaint email to the management team about this incident upon returning from our holiday. However, the first and the last response that we had received was still the same, blaming us instead of apologizing. We wrote back to ask for formal apologies and compensation for the food items they have decided to throw away. But they have ignored us, and we haven't heard back from them in multiple attempts. I am very upset that the motel management still hasn't apologized, and they rather blamed the quests. This absurd thing happened in this motel. Compensate us for the foods that the birch wood manor motel arbitrarily removed when were traveling. I booked a 1bedroom apartment, but there was no bathtub. 27~29/Nov/2021

10. Red Tussock Motel

10 Lakefront Drive, Te Anau, Fiordland National Park 9600 New Zealand
Excellent
60%
Good
25%
Satisfactory
10%
Poor
3%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 250 reviews

Red Tussock Motel

Red Tussock Motel is on Te Anau lakefront but has limited views from the Apartments of the lake as we are only at the beginning of the road but just walk across the road and the lake is an amazing and peaceful place to sit. We currently have 12 Apartments from Studio to a 3 Bedroom Apartment but by 2018/2019 Summer Season we will have 20 Apartments with 8 Apartments under Construction currently. We offer to our guests friendly service with a homely style and great local knowledge of the area plus most places in NZ. Come and stay 2-3 days as we have more than enough to keep you busy in Te Anau NZ

level of service

Reviewed By johnwennekes

Robin the motel manager couldnt be more helpful- nice guy and obviously loves his job as shows in level of service - very nice well presented motel units- spacious and close to everything John and Steph

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