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Our top choices for Mataura Island hotels

A bar area with a stone counter, wooden chairs, and a television mounted on the wall.

1. Ascot Park Hotel

Ascot Park Hotel
4.0 star property
Glengarry
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (902 reviews)
"Good stay, Pool is nicely heated. Spa away from the pool is lovely. Sports bar has a great atmosphere & a well priced menu. Friendly team."
Australia
Derek
The price is CA $117
CA $135 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Ascot Park Hotel
A corner window seat with a bench, curtains, and a clock on the wall.

2. Tower Lodge Motel

Tower Lodge Motel
4.0 star property
Richmond
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (613 reviews)
"Great place to stay. Spacious room that was comfortable to relax in after a long day"
Australia
Brendon
The price is CA $101
CA $116 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 3 - Dec 4
Tower Lodge Motel
A hot tub with a wooden wall and a window.

3. Monarch Motel

Monarch Motel
4.0 star property
Hawthorndale
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (473 reviews)
"Room was ideally set up for us. Clean apart from the bathroom door needing a good wipe down. Great accessibility to center of city and good price range for a few nights stay or just a stop over."
Australia
LYNETTE
The price is CA $111
CA $128 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Monarch Motel
A two-story building with a white facade, a balcony, and a tree in front.

4. Bella Vista Motel Invercargill

Bella Vista Motel Invercargill
4.0 star property
Turnbull Thompson Park
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (251 reviews)
"Great stay, very comfortable and tidy!"
Australia
Kendal
The price is CA $93
CA $107 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 13 - Dec 14
Bella Vista Motel Invercargill
A modern hotel room with two beds, a dining area, and a sofa.

5. Hacienda Motel

Hacienda Motel
3.0 star property
Hawthorndale
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (184 reviews)
"Room was clean and nice staff"
Australia
Jessie
The price is CA $96
CA $110 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 26 - Nov 27
Hacienda Motel
A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a desk, and a window.

6. Moana Court Motel

Moana Court Motel
2.0 star property
Hawthorndale
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (17 reviews)
"always have a comfortable stay here"
New Zealand
MISS R L
The price is CA $113
CA $130 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Moana Court Motel
A row of white houses with large windows and a grassy foreground.

7. Colonial Motel Invercargill

Colonial Motel Invercargill
4.0 star property
Richmond
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (420 reviews)
"We really enjoyed our stay at Colonial Motel. Great location within easy walking distance of town, quiet. Our family unit was modern, clean, spacious and very comfortable, with plenty of room to relax. The host was friendly and welcoming. Overall, excellent accommodation and somewhere we’d happily stay again. Highly recommend!"
Australia
Nicole
The price is CA $104
CA $119 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Colonial Motel Invercargill
A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table, a nightstand, a window with a view, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

8. Rayya Suites Invercargill

Rayya Suites Invercargill
2.0 star property
Hawthorndale
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (5 reviews)
"The property is still being renovated so it has a construction site vibe. It's still a work in progress. Our room was okay but the bathroom had no bath mat or hand towel, the toilet roll holder was falling off the wall and the toilet seat was broken. We let the staff know and they were very nice."
Australia
Susan
The price is CA $98
CA $114 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 20 - Nov 21
Rayya Suites Invercargill
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, an air conditioning unit, and a painting on the wall.

9. 388 on Tay Motel

388 on Tay Motel
2.0 star property
Turnbull Thompson Park
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (31 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
Australia
William
The price is CA $131
CA $151 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 11 - Dec 12
388 on Tay Motel
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table with a fan, and a view through a sliding glass door.

10. City Court

City Court
2.0 star property
Richmond
7.6 out of 10, Good, (190 reviews)
"Affordable and quiet lovely staff , really enjoy staying here"
Australia
Nicole
The price is CA $77
CA $89 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
City Court
A motel sign with a red background and white lettering, indicating the name 'Balmoral Lodge'.

11. Balmoral Lodge Motel

Balmoral Lodge Motel
4.0 star property
Turnbull Thompson Park
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (471 reviews)
"We very much enjoyed our 2 nights stay. We had a large room with two armchairs and full kitchen facilities"
Australia
Paul
The price is CA $111
CA $128 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 10 - Dec 11
Balmoral Lodge Motel
A yellow car parked in front of a building with a reception sign.

12. Shelby Motor Lodge

Shelby Motor Lodge
4.5 star property
Turnbull Thompson Park
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (665 reviews)
"Repeat stay here"
Australia
Suzanne
The price is CA $135
CA $155 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 20 - Nov 21
Shelby Motor Lodge
A building with a brick facade, a wooden bench, and a planter with a palm plant.

13. Admiral Court Motel & Apartments

Admiral Court Motel & Apartments
4.0 star property
Turnbull Thompson Park
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (254 reviews)
"Clean, tidy, friendly staff, great off the road parking, safe, close to attractions!"
Australia
Kane
The price is CA $96
CA $111 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Admiral Court Motel & Apartments
A compact hotel room with a single bed, a small desk, a chair, a television, and a kitchenette.

14. Comfort Inn Tayesta

Comfort Inn Tayesta
3.5 star property
Turnbull Thompson Park
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (81 reviews)
"Clean and tidy for it's age Staff were great Close to everything we needed to do"
Australia
bart
The price is CA $91
CA $104 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 4 - Dec 5
Comfort Inn Tayesta
A parking area with RVs and cars, a grassy median, and a church in the background.

15. Central City Camping Park Invercargill

Central City Camping Park Invercargill
2.5 star property
Appleby
7.0 out of 10, Good, (51 reviews)
"I would recommend this park as it was very clean and tidy the staff were wonderful and very helpful and so pleasant during our stay"
Australia
Mary
The price is CA $32
CA $56 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 28 - Nov 29
Central City Camping Park Invercargill
A wall-mounted electric vehicle charging station with a blue cable.

16. ASURE Surrey Court

ASURE Surrey Court
3.0 star property
Turnbull Thompson Park
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (64 reviews)
"The staff were friendly and so helpful. We enjoyed our stay."
Canada
Tammy
The price is CA $139
CA $160 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
ASURE Surrey Court
A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a painting, and a window with curtains.

17. Townsman Motor Lodge

Townsman Motor Lodge
4.0 star property
Invercargill City Centre
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (146 reviews)
"Great stay"
Australia
Matt
The price is CA $127
CA $146 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 12 - Dec 13
Townsman Motor Lodge
A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a TV, a dining table with chairs, and a door leading to a balcony.

18. Colonial On Tay Motel

Colonial On Tay Motel
2.0 star property
Turnbull Thompson Park
The price is CA $116
CA $243 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 12 - Dec 13
Colonial On Tay Motel
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Compare top hotels in Mataura Island

A bar area with a stone counter, wooden chairs, and a television mounted on the wall.

Ascot Park Hotel

4.0 star property
Glengarry
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A corner window seat with a bench, curtains, and a clock on the wall.

Tower Lodge Motel

4.0 star property
Richmond
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A hot tub with a wooden wall and a window.

Monarch Motel

4.0 star property
Hawthorndale
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A two-story building with a white facade, a balcony, and a tree in front.

Bella Vista Motel Invercargill

4.0 star property
Turnbull Thompson Park
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A modern hotel room with two beds, a dining area, and a sofa.

Hacienda Motel

3.0 star property
Hawthorndale
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9.0
Wonderful
902 reviews
9.6
Exceptional
613 reviews
9.0
Wonderful
473 reviews
9.0
Wonderful
251 reviews
8.8
Excellent
184 reviews
The price is CA $117
CA $135 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
The price is CA $101
CA $116 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 3 - Dec 4
The price is CA $111
CA $128 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
The price is CA $93
CA $107 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 13 - Dec 14
The price is CA $96
CA $110 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 26 - Nov 27
  • No Breakfast included
  • Yes, Pool
  • No Spa
  • No Pet-friendly
  • Yes, WiFi included
  • Yes, Parking
  • No Breakfast included
  • No Pool
  • No Spa
  • No Pet-friendly
  • Yes, WiFi included
  • Yes, Parking
  • No Breakfast included
  • No Pool
  • No Spa
  • Yes, Pet-friendly
  • Yes, WiFi included
  • Yes, Parking
  • No Breakfast included
  • No Pool
  • No Spa
  • No Pet-friendly
  • Yes, WiFi included
  • Yes, Parking
  • No Breakfast included
  • No Pool
  • No Spa
  • No Pet-friendly
  • Yes, WiFi included
  • Yes, Parking
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Top Mataura Island Hotel Reviews

Rayya Suites Invercargill

Rayya Suites Invercargill

8/10 Good
"Good place, no disturbance by staff. Easy check in."
Samuel 3-night trip
Posted 19 hours ago
Rayya Suites Invercargill

More cheap stays in Mataura Island

Central City Camping Park Invercargill

Central City Camping Park Invercargill

209 Tweed St Invercargill Southland
The price is CA $32 per night from Nov 28 to Nov 29
CA $32
CA $56 total
Nov 28 - Nov 29
includes taxes & fees
7/10 Good! (51 reviews)

Frequently asked questions

What is the best area to stay in Mataura Island?
The best area to stay in Mataura Island is the small settlement of Mataura, which offers the most convenient access to local amenities and the surrounding natural beauty.

Mataura itself is a small, quiet town situated on the Mataura River, known for its fishing opportunities and as a gateway to the wider Southland region. The main street, Bridge Street, has a few local shops and eateries. It's a relaxed, rural setting, great for those looking to unwind.

Couples seeking a tranquil escape will find Mataura appealing. You can enjoy walks along the river, explore the local history at the Mataura Museum, or simply relax in a peaceful environment. The area is also a good base for exploring the scenic Catlins Coast, which is a short drive away.

For those interested in outdoor pursuits, especially fishing, staying in Mataura is ideal. The Mataura River is world-renowned for its brown trout fishing, and local guides are available if you wish to try your hand.
When is the best time to go to Mataura Island?
The best time to go to Mataura Island, Southland, New Zealand, is during the summer months, from December to February, when the weather is at its warmest and most settled.

This period offers the most sunshine hours and the lowest chance of rain, making it ideal for exploring the island's natural beauty and enjoying outdoor activities. Temperatures typically range from 15°C to 25°C, creating comfortable conditions for walking, cycling, and visiting local attractions.

Couples looking for a relaxing getaway will find this time particularly appealing. The pleasant weather allows for leisurely drives along the coast, picnics in scenic spots, and exploring the local farming community at a comfortable pace. Many local farm gates and small artisan shops are more regularly open during these months.

Families will also benefit from a summer visit. The extended daylight hours mean more time for outdoor adventures, such as exploring the beaches and engaging in wildlife spotting.
Can I cancel my hotel reservation on Expedia?
You can cancel your hotel reservation on Expedia, though it depends on the cancellation policy of your booking. Most bookings are refundable if canceled within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. Be sure to check your booking confirmation for the exact cancellation policy. If free cancellation is available, you can cancel directly through your Expedia account by logging in, going to "My Trips", and selecting your reservation. To find flexible deals, filter your search by "Fully refundable property" for hotels in Mataura Island.
How much is the nightly rate at a Mataura Island hotel?
Prices for hotels in Mataura Island often vary, but you can find a great deal from CA $56 on Expedia. All sorts of factors affect price, such as the time of year or the days of the week you choose for your stay. Find the best deals by being flexible with your dates, and sort search results by "Price: low to high" for the cheapest rate.