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Foveaux Hotel

2.5 star property
Guests can relax in the garden, visit the on-site hair salon for a fresh style, and enjoy morning coffee while planning adventures at this welcoming hotel.

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The Foveaux Hotel offers a peaceful garden retreat and an on-site hair salon for pampering. Visitors enjoy the continental breakfast, meals at The Captain's Table restaurant, and practical amenities like laundry facilities and free self-parking.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Business services
  • Bar

Room options

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Queen Ensuite Room with Balcony

Queen Ensuite Room with Balcony

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Desk
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Queen Ensuite Room

Queen Ensuite Room

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Desk
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Twin Ensuite Room

Twin Ensuite Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Desk
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

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King Bed Ensuite Room

King Bed Ensuite Room

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Desk
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Queen Room with Shared Bathroom Facilities

Queen Room with Shared Bathroom Facilities

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Hairdryer
Desk
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Single Bed Room with Shared Bathroom Facilities

Single Bed Room with Shared Bathroom Facilities

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Hairdryer
Desk
  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Queen & Single Bed Room with Shared Bathroom Facilities

Queen & Single Bed Room with Shared Bathroom Facilities

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Hairdryer
Desk
  • Beach view
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed
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About the area

Bluff is home to Foveaux Hotel. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Stirling Point and Tisbury Reserve, while The Lighthouse Gallery and Bluff Maritime Museum are cultural highlights. Otepuni Gardens and Dig This Invercargill are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby fishing, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails. Visit our Bluff travel guide
Map
40 Gore Street, Bluff, 9814

What's nearby

  • The Lighthouse Gallery
    1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Stirling Point
    2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Bluff Maritime Museum
    2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Bluff Lookout
    2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Southland Hospital
    21 min drive - 31.8 km

Getting around

  • Invercargill (IVC)
    23 min drive

Restaurants

  • Fowler's Oysters
    3 min drive
  • Stellas In Bluff
    2 min walk
  • Bluff RSA
    1 min walk
  • Oyster Cove
    3 min drive
  • Golden Age Tavern
    2 min walk

About this property

Foveaux Hotel

Property highlights
Take advantage of free continental breakfast, a garden and a hair salon at Foveaux Hotel. The on-site restaurant, The Captain's Table, offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as laundry facilities and a bar.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self-parking
  • A banquet hall, a TV in reception and 1 meeting room
  • Coffee/tea in reception, smoke-free property and tour/ticket information
Room features
All guest rooms at Foveaux Hotel offer amenities, such as free WiFi.
Extra amenities include:
  • Showers, free toiletries and hairdryers
  • Free infant beds, heating and housekeeping

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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

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 8 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • The Captain's Table

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room cot
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping on request
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private or shared bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

More

  • Desk
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 9:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
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 8:30 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

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals welcome)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Free cots are available on request at the property

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Cleaning/housekeeping/linen are available for an additional fee

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Foveaux Hotel Bluff
Foveaux Bluff
Foveaux Hotel Hotel
Foveaux Hotel Bluff
Foveaux Hotel Hotel Bluff

Frequently asked questions

Is Foveaux Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Foveaux Hotel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Foveaux Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Foveaux Hotel?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is Foveaux Hotel located?

Situated in Bluff, this hotel is within 1 mile (2 km) of The Lighthouse Gallery, Stirling Point and Bluff Maritime Museum. Bluff Lookout is 1.7 mi (2.7 km) away.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Foveaux Hotel Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.2

Cleanliness

7.4

Location

9.2

Staff & service

7.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 27 out of 54 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 54 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 54 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 54 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 54 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Exceptionally clean accommodation, run by a truly lovely couple genuinely invested in the wellbeing of their guests and the fluffiest cat I’ve encountered in my life. Very convenient if you are traveling to/ from Stewart Island.

8/10 Good

Willard

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Proprietor was very helpful and the continental breakfast was very good.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

6/10 Okay

Frank

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Old hotel with friendly staff in a location Bluff that was run down with little other facilities in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tony

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is a rare find. Enjoyed the hospitality of host Mike who loves mixing with his guests. Great little house bar and the complimentary continental breakfast starts the day off well. Nothing is a problem for Mike. Would definitely stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Ivy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy to find, not far from the Ferry, only problem was the stairs, no lift.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Bruce

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Mike and Pam were very supportive of guests. Most were one nighters on the way to/from Dtewart Island. Overnight parking while away was a big plus. We wish them well after some tough Covid years.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Linda

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

Good basic room in Bluff

An older hotel run by a friendly American expat. We had a room with an ensuite. Pretty basic but comfortable. Lounge across the hall had coffee and tea making equipment, a long couch and a large screen TV. Breakfast was fruit, cereal, toast, coffee and tee. We picked it because it was close to the Stewart Island ferry. She allowed us to leave our car while on the island for two nights. Very nice! Easy two block walk to the terminal.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2017

8/10 Good

Dante

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The location is very good if you’re taking the ferry to Oban. It’s a 5 minute walk. The room we were on was hot and a fan would have made it more comfortable. But the owner/manager was very nice and offered us parking for a day while we were in Stewart Island.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

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

Foveaux Hotel In Bluff

Our stay here was excellent. The ambience was retro with a comfortable home-like feel. Ample space in the lounge to stretch out and watch tv or read a book and the dining area was lovely. The room was a fair size and it was lovely having a private balcony. Our hosts were beyond gracious and went above and beyond in ensuring our stay was perfect. And the house cat Oliver was friendly and fun. There was a takeaway place next door for lunch and it was a short walk down the street to an excellent restaurant for evening dinner. Close to the dock and a small beach and a very short walk to the lighthouse and then a trail walk. Overall our stay was wonderful and we will definitely stay here again if we ever in Bluff again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

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

Friendly family run hotel

Friendly and accommodating hosts. Mike and Pam were very welcoming and helpful. Very comfortable beds. Great location close to the ferry terminal and 30 minutes walk to Stirling Point. Supermarket 2 minutes walk, excellent fish and chip shop right next door.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Owners doing their best. Cold miserable day on arrival & all just seemed a bit bleak. Big thing was no dinner available at nite. Previous reviews praised the meals highly so no word that unavailable when I booked - very disappointing. Bed cosy, heater in room, didn’t like hearing people using toilet in night (must hv been next to my room). Kind owner carried suitcase up stairs & offered me to leave car parked behind hotel. A very basic help yourself breakfast included. Felt very safe, just pretty ordinary for price.
Stayed 1 night in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Harriet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
GOOD CHOICE OF HOTEL IN BLUFF. CLEAN COMFORTABLE AND EXCELLENT HOSTS
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very friendly and accommodating. Making sure we had everything we needed.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Graham

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

Great southern hospitality

Very friendly hosts, went the extra mile to make us welcome.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2021

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Too expensive.Not worth. This piece.I can live better. No more private space.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely friendly proprietors who really made one feel at home. The facilities were nice and clean
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The authentic old—style atmosphere accompanied by friendly service and good facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great old pub.lovely hosts and very warm on a cold day
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

John

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

Traditional with wonderful people

Superb. Yes, it’s a traditional hotel in the sense that it has shared bathrooms and small rooms, and it certainly has seen the passage of some time. But whatever. It’s great. The people working there take more pride in their work than I have found in a really long time. That makes this place fantastic. I really couldn’t recommend it highly enough for the simple reason that you can feel just how much the people care.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Extremely helpful and friendly hosts. Safe car parking, complimentary breakfast. Property a bit old but new owners making a lot of improvements.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a quaint b&b located right near the Stewart Island ferry. The owners are super friendly and accommodating. My bed was so comfy. Definitely will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019

8/10 Good

Kok Hui

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very basic room with limited power points, but we managed with our own adapters. Nice complimentary breakfast. We were allowed to park at the hotel for our one-night stay at Stewart Island, and the ferry is only minutes walk away.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had been stuck on Stewart Island for one of our nights due to weather and I phoned saying someone stuck on the other side could stay in our place. We found out on our return they had charged them as well as kept our money, not something we do, also told us if we wanted our money back we had to ask expedia,
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Graeme

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

Fabulous hotel and owners

This is a great old hotel run by a delightful couple. The meals in the dining room are wonderful. A great place to stay before or after Stewart Island.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jeane, Charlotte, North Carolina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location was perfect for sight seeing. Across the street from Stewart Island ferry deport. Daily continental breakfast or Café next door for full breakfast and afternoon tea. Excellent dinner menu and food prepared to perfection. I arrived just in time for beginning of the famous Bluff Oyster season. Have to let them know in morning if you will want dinner that evening. Old Hotel from 1930's under new ownership, renovations coming. Has unique comfy atmosphere, very clean, and warm friendly host Mike & Pam.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019