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Our top choices for Rockdale hotels

A row of modern, low-rise buildings with a uniform architectural style, a well-maintained lawn, and a clear sky.

1. Ascot Park Hotel

Ascot Park Hotel
4.0 star property
Glengarry, 2.1 km from Rockdale
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (889 reviews)
"Great facilities. Excellent for families"
Australia
Jennifer
The price is NZ$168
includes taxes & fees
10 Sept - 11 Sept
Ascot Park Hotel
A yellow car parked in front of a building with a reception sign.

2. Shelby Motor Lodge

Shelby Motor Lodge
4.5 star property
Turnbull Thompson Park, 2.6 km from Rockdale
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (662 reviews)
"Handy quiet location Warm room & great bed"
Australia
Suzanne
The price is NZ$178
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Shelby Motor Lodge
A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a desk, and a window.

3. Moana Court Motel

Moana Court Motel
2.0 star property
Hawthorndale, 1.9 km from Rockdale
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (17 reviews)
"always have a comfortable stay here"
New Zealand
MISS R L
The price is NZ$173
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Moana Court Motel
A modern hotel lobby with a marble floor, a seating area with brown sofas, and a large white pillar.

4. Distinction Invercargill Hotel

Distinction Invercargill Hotel
4.0 star property
Invercargill City Centre, 4.1 km from Rockdale
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (113 reviews)
"Great place and people - I will be back!"
Australia
Graeme
The price is NZ$234
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Distinction Invercargill Hotel
A modern hotel room with two beds, a dining area, and a sofa.

5. Hacienda Motel

Hacienda Motel
3.0 star property
Hawthorndale, 1.9 km from Rockdale
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (182 reviews)
"the unit was as expected and the staff were very helpful with solutions for the tight parking overall was a good stay"
Australia
Bart
The price is NZ$154
includes taxes & fees
3 Sept - 4 Sept
Hacienda Motel
A row of white houses with large windows and a grassy foreground.

6. Colonial Motel Invercargill

Colonial Motel Invercargill
4.0 star property
Richmond, 3 km from Rockdale
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (414 reviews)
"Very comfortable overnight stay.... easy to find and tasty fish and chips just across the road!"
Australia
Jane
The price is NZ$164
includes taxes & fees
17 Sept - 18 Sept
Colonial Motel Invercargill
A tall, illuminated tower with a dome, featuring arched windows and a central staircase.

7. Tower Lodge Motel

Tower Lodge Motel
4.0 star property
Richmond, 3.2 km from Rockdale
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (609 reviews)
"Awesome place to stay. Will be back for sure."
Australia
Brendon
The price is NZ$146
includes taxes & fees
4 Sept - 5 Sept
Tower Lodge Motel
A hot tub with a wooden wall and a window.

8. Monarch Motel

Monarch Motel
4.0 star property
Hawthorndale, 1.8 km from Rockdale
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (471 reviews)
"Clean room, very comfortable bed - great location for our needs"
United Kingdom
Lesley
The price is NZ$151
includes taxes & fees
18 Sept - 19 Sept
Monarch Motel
A concrete staircase leading to a door, a metal bench, and a wall covered with red and purple flowers.

9. Comfort Inn Tayesta

Comfort Inn Tayesta
3.5 star property
Turnbull Thompson Park, 2.4 km from Rockdale
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (79 reviews)
"Clean and tidy for it's age Staff were great Close to everything we needed to do"
Australia
bart
The price is NZ$132
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Comfort Inn Tayesta
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, a microwave, a mini-fridge, and a radiator.

10. Townsman Motor Lodge

Townsman Motor Lodge
4.0 star property
Invercargill City Centre, 3.1 km from Rockdale
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (146 reviews)
"Great stay"
Australia
Matt
The price is NZ$181
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Townsman Motor Lodge
A dining table with a plate of food, wine glasses, and a candle.

11. Kelvin Hotel

Kelvin Hotel
3.5 star property
Invercargill City Centre, 3.8 km from Rockdale
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Great stay as always, beds are perfect for a good night sleep."
Australia
Jeremy
The price is NZ$153
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
Kelvin Hotel
A motel sign with the number 388 and the name 'TAY MOTEL'.

12. 388 on Tay Motel

388 on Tay Motel
2.0 star property
Turnbull Thompson Park, 2.3 km from Rockdale
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (31 reviews)
"Nice place to stay would stay again if in Invercargill. Friendly staff and very helpful. Would recommend."
Australia
korrie
The price is NZ$178
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
388 on Tay Motel
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, 2.5 km from Rockdale
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (254 reviews)
"Nice enough, clean and tidy, quite very little road noise. Comfortable bed with good electric blanket and unusually for a motel a good couple of different pillows(well done) would stay here again"
Australia
Peter
The price is NZ$126
includes taxes & fees
4 Sept - 5 Sept
Admiral Court Motel & Apartments
A hotel room with a large bed, a TV, and a view of the outdoors.

14. Bella Vista Motel Invercargill

Bella Vista Motel Invercargill
4.0 star property
Turnbull Thompson Park, 2.8 km from Rockdale
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (250 reviews)
"Great stay, very comfortable and tidy!"
Australia
Kendal
The price is NZ$164
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
Bella Vista Motel Invercargill
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

15. Homestead Villa Motel

Homestead Villa Motel
4.5 star property
Avenal, 4.6 km from Rockdale
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (567 reviews)
"Spacious, tidy and very clean! The room was warm, nicely decorated and perfect for us 😊 thank you for a great stay!"
Australia
Anna
The price is NZ$161
includes taxes & fees
3 Sept - 4 Sept
Homestead Villa Motel
A building with a sign reading "QUEST" and "Pacific Radiology" on the facade.

16. Quest Invercargill Serviced Apartments

Quest Invercargill Serviced Apartments
4.5 star property
Invercargill City Centre, 4 km from Rockdale
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (609 reviews)
"Only stayed one night but will stay here next time I am in the area."
Australia
Hamish
The price is NZ$167
includes taxes & fees
25 Sept - 26 Sept
Quest Invercargill Serviced Apartments
A panoramic view of a modern hotel room with a kitchenette, a separate bedroom, and a dining area.

17. Ibis Styles Invercargill

Ibis Styles Invercargill
3.0 star property
Invercargill City Centre, 3.9 km from Rockdale
7.8 out of 10, Good, (965 reviews)
"Very nice room and property. Helpful staff."
United States
Jessica
The price is NZ$159
includes taxes & fees
4 Sept - 5 Sept
Ibis Styles Invercargill
A hotel room with a wooden desk, a chair, a glass door, and a view of the outside.

18. ASURE Surrey Court

ASURE Surrey Court
3.0 star property
Turnbull Thompson Park, 2.2 km from Rockdale
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (63 reviews)
"Really enjoyed our stay there,the room was super clean and the staff was very friendly, like that they are pet friendly.I would recommend them for sure."
Australia
Lynnette
The price is NZ$190
includes taxes & fees
9 Sept - 10 Sept
ASURE Surrey Court
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table with a fan, and a view through a sliding glass door.

19. City Court

City Court
2.0 star property
Richmond, 3.1 km from Rockdale
7.6 out of 10, Good, (179 reviews)
"Very friendly, great location!"
Australia
Christel
The price is NZ$159
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
City Court

20. Rayya Suites Invercargill

Rayya Suites Invercargill
2.0 star property
Hawthorndale, 1.8 km from Rockdale
The price is NZ$105
includes taxes & fees
19 Sept - 20 Sept
Rayya Suites Invercargill
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Our guide on where to stay in Rockdale

Find the best Rockdale areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A historic clock tower with a statue on top, surrounded by a landscaped garden and a road intersection.

Invercargill City Centre

Unique features of Invercargill City Centre include the theatres and bars. Make a stop by Civic Theatre or Classic Motorcycle Mecca while you're exploring the area.

Water Tower at Invercargill (Victorian architecture), Southland region, New Zealand.

Turnbull Thompson Park

Turnbull Thompson Park is well liked for its parks. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Invercargill area, you might plan a trip to Rugby Park Stadium or Bill Richardson Transport World.

Richmond

Richmond is well liked for its parks. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Invercargill area, you might plan a trip to Rugby Park Stadium or Civic Theatre.

Glengarry

Travellers like the parks in Glengarry, and Surrey Park is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Appleby

Appleby is noteworthy for its spas, and you can plan an outing to Classic Motorcycle Mecca and Civic Theatre while you're in town.

Top Rockdale Hotel Reviews

Recent Reviews in Rockdale

Balmoral Lodge Motel

Balmoral Lodge Motel

10/10 Excellent
"Beautiful place! Great motel with fantastic beds and amnesties. Recommend and will definitely will come back."
Andy 2-night trip
Posted 8 hours ago
Balmoral Lodge Motel

Frequently asked questions

When is the best time to go to Rockdale?
The best time to visit Rockdale, Southland, New Zealand, is during the summer months, from December to February. This period offers the warmest temperatures and the most sunshine, making it ideal for exploring the region's natural beauty.

During these months, you can expect average daily temperatures ranging from 15°C to 20°C, with longer daylight hours. This is superb for outdoor activities like hiking in the nearby Fiordland National Park, exploring the coastline, or enjoying a boat trip on Lake Te Anau. Families will particularly appreciate the pleasant weather for outdoor excursions and making the most of the region's attractions.

The shoulder seasons of spring (September to November) and autumn (March to May) also offer a good experience for travellers who prefer fewer crowds and slightly cooler temperatures. You'll still find plenty of sunshine and comfortable conditions for sightseeing, though some high-country tracks might still be inaccessible in early spring.
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