About this property
Comfortable Accommodation: Tuatara Lodge in Invercargill offers adults-only hostel accommodation with private and shared bathrooms. Each room includes a shower, walk-in shower, and TV. Dining Experience: The family-friendly restaurant serves local cuisine with vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free options. Guests can also enjoy a coffee shop and daily housekeeping service. Convenient Facilities: The hostel features a lounge, lift, shared kitchen, bicycle parking, and full-day security. Free WiFi is available throughout the property. Prime Location: Located 1 km from Invercargill Airport and near Rugby Park Stadium (1.8 km) and Southern Institute of Technology (less than 1 km). Guests appreciate the convenient location and excellent service.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.6 for a two-person trip.
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Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Ray
New Zealand“Comfort, cleanliness, WiFi,tv, closeness to shops, cafes, restaurants, library” 
Scuderi New Zealand“Art deco building, great vibe in the cafe downstairs. Excellent location”- Chris New Zealand“This is my 3rd stay at Tuatara . Everything is nice and the rooms are always clean and tidy.. the shower and toilet are always clean . Great work Tuatara staff”
- Janine New Zealand“It was very good for what I needed, clean and tidy. I would happily stay there again.”
- Sing
Hong Kong“First time to stay in a shared accommodation, Tuatara Lodge gave me an impressive experience. Clean sheets and bathrooms, friendly and helpful staffs to assist check-in. Common areas are well-equipped and safe. Recommend to solo travelers and...” 
Marina New Zealand“Location was great. Right in the middle of Invercargill and their brewery downstairs make amazing pizzas and beers. Good value for money. We were lucky to score a car park behind the building, however, it is not cheap to pay for parking. Coaches...”
Actioncam New Zealand“the best location in Invercargill, hands down. across the street to Mall, 7/11, bars cafes at front door. perfect. I found teh rooms really good. the clientele in the shared room were all fine. nice people travelling, usually staying a single...”- Rosemary
United Kingdom“Right in front of Intercity bus stop! Central. Quiet. Clean. Comfortable. Pillows could be better! Two comfortable sitting rooms and large kitchen.” 
Gadabout United Kingdom“Didn't know there was breakfast with the room but the restaurant downstairs was open at 7”- Dandan New Zealand“Good place to stay central to town. Basic rooms and some cleanliness issues but has everything you would need for a few days.”
Property surroundings
Restaurants
- Tuatara Cafe
- CuisineLocal
- AmbianceFamily friendly
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
House rules
Child policies
Children are not allowed.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
The fine print
Please note the property does not serve or permit alcohol.
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform Tuatara Lodge in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
