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7.7 / 10 Guest Rating

Tuatara Lodge

30-32 Dee Street, Invercargill, nz

Tuatara Lodge - main view

About the Property

Welcome to Tuatara Lodge!

Convenient Location: Situated in the heart of Invercargill City Centre, just 2.5 km from Rugby Park Stadium, our lodge offers easy access to key attractions.

Comfortable Amenities: Enjoy our on-site restaurant, bar, shared lounge, and garden, perfect for relaxing after a day of exploring.

Modern Convenience: Stay connected with free WiFi and take advantage of being only 3.5 km from Invercargill Airport.

Book now to experience the perfect blend of comfort and convenience at Tuatara Lodge!

Facilities & Amenities

Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Facilities for disabled guests
Non-smoking throughout
Shared lounge/TV area
Wheelchair accessible
Shared kitchen
Evening entertainment

Important Information

Check-in & Out

Check-in
Check-out10:00 AM

Property Notes

Please note the property does not serve or permit alcohol.Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation. Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply. A deposit may be required at the property.

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1 night · 2 adults

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Guest Reviews

7.7
Very Good1025 verified reviews
AI Summary

Guests highly rate the good location and frequently praise the friendly staff.

Categories

Cleanliness7.0
Service8.0
Location8.4
Room Quality7.5
Amenities7.0
Value for Money8.4
Food and Beverage8.0
Overall Experience7.5

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SeniorKiwinzNZ
Verified booking
solo_traveller
Standard Room
Stayed in Mar 21, 2026

"Great location and very good facilities and value for money"

9.0

Location was fantastic as it was in the centre of town across from a great mall and cinema. The building had a lift which was helpful when taking my suitcase upstairs. I booked a bedroom and ensuite which was really good, very clean, quiet and comfortable. There was a huge lounge and kitchen upstairs, plus a laundry. Excellent facilities.

Staff never greeted you even when they were in reception. I thought they could have done better. Even when they occasionally greeted me they didn't seem very friendly. Sometimes they hid behind the partially drawn screen in reception which i also thought was very unfriendly. Other backpackers I've stayed in have been much more welcoming. Also, i paid for breakfast in their bar next door and all of the electric plugs were taped over and the staff were not allowed to help me charge my phone. This is also not very welcoming to guests. Surely in the morning they could at least have a plug.

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Frederik AdkDK
Verified booking
solo_traveller
Standard Room
Stayed in Mar 19, 2026

"Exceptional"

10.0

Everything Nice and clean and sweet personal.

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Frederik AdkDK
Verified booking
solo_traveller
Standard Room
Stayed in Mar 19, 2026

"Good"

6.0

Really good, liked everything to be honest.

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Yu-TingtwTW
Verified booking
solo_traveller
Standard Room
Stayed in Mar 19, 2026

"There is a reason why it’s cheap. But I would spend more money on a better accommodation."

5.0

The hostel is close to the city center. Kitchen is huge and everything is generally clean. Strong WiFi connection.

There is no free parking nearby so it’s really challenging to find a space if you have a car. There is no curtain for the bunk bed. The whole hostel atmosphere is a bit odd which makes me not wanting to stay longer.

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MarysiagbGB
Verified booking
solo_traveller
Standard Room
Stayed in Mar 18, 2026

"Exceptional"

9.0
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PaulinegbGB
Verified booking
couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Mar 17, 2026

"Excellent"

8.0
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FasolifrFR
Verified booking
solo_traveller
Standard Room
Stayed in Mar 17, 2026

"Pour une nuit seulement faute de mieux"

6.0

Pile à l'arrêt des bus et navettes. Dans le centre ville.

Équipements minimalistes, cuisine plutôt sale, pas de café ni thé en libre service comme dans les autres hostels, casseroles et poêles à frire immondes

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Gadabout GrangbGB
Verified booking
solo_traveller
Standard Room
Stayed in Mar 17, 2026

"Best place to stay in Invercargill"

10.0

I've stayed at Tuatara Lodge several times now and I feel right at home there. The accommodation is basic but good, the shared version areas are clean and spacious, and having the restaurant downstairs is a great thing. Very good central location as well, and the bus stop right outside.

I like everything about it

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PhilipseSE
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solo_traveller
Standard Room
Stayed in Mar 16, 2026

"Excellent"

8.0
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RobertgbGB
Verified booking
couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Mar 15, 2026

"Enjoyed our stay"

8.0

Comfy beds and decent size rooms. Friendly staff. Good location.

There's no outdoor area to enjoy but it didn't really bother us too much anyway.

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