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#24 of 24 motels in Invercargill
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Welcome to Coachman. We aim to make you feel welcome the minute you arrive! We are underway with lots of renovations being carried out - none that should cause any inconvenience to our guests. The wait has been a long one - but now with new owners, we're excited to get going with a massive overhaul! Popular with corporate workers, groups and generally those looking for great value for their money - we aim to under promise and over deliver with great hospitality and efficient service. We have accommodation options to suit all budgets – self catering apartments, studios, cabins, powered sites and tent sites. Our popularity and massive repeat business are built on great hospitality and real customer service. Word of mouth recommendations consistently bring us new guests. WiFi is free and available within the motels. Coachmans is easy to find - Coachmans is the first motel on your left as you come in from Dunedin on SH1. We look forward to welcoming you to our motel.
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Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Breakfast available
Non-smoking hotel
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Self-serve laundry
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Electric blanket
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Robyn A wrote a review Feb 2024
Brisbane, Australia657 contributions199 helpful votes
We stayed here for 3 nights in room 6. Older style hotel in desperate need of a revamp, carpet and curtains both had holes in them, however the room was clean and the shower hot. Staff/Manager was nice to deal with, but would not stay here again. We only stayed as everything was booked out as it was the Burt Munro weekend.
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Date of stay: February 2024
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soorma s wrote a review Sep 2023
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"I stayed at this motel for 4 days and was pleasantly surprised by the affordable price. The room cleaning was impeccable, and the staff provided awesome service. The location is convenient for all your needs. Highly recommended!"
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Date of stay: July 2023
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Marshmallow F wrote a review Sep 2023
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At first glance you hope not to be reading the book by it's cover. But it's way worse. At the back of the property appears to be permanent tenants living in sloppy, messy conditions and loitering about. The room itself was incredibly dated and dirty. There was leftover food in the fridge. Dried noodles stuck to the kitchen bench. Hair in the shower. I could hear the man in the next room farting. Not a pleasant stay in the least - would have left but no other accommodation available in Invercargill according to my travel arranger after flight chaos caused by weather conditions.
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Date of stay: September 2023
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Trip type: Travelled on business
Room Tip: This place is literally the last resort
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bexh2016 wrote a review Nov 2022
10 contributions3 helpful votes
Everything about this place was below average. We turned up at check in time and the reception was locked. Called the number and was told they were getting milk and would be back in 5 mins. Which seemed strange as there was a 4 Square directly across the road and why would you go out right when check in time starts.. 10 minutes later they opened the doors for us. The rooms were pretty clean but everything was so outdated and average. The rooms smelt like toilet cleaner, the curtain in our room was ripped and there was an old milkshake bottle under the bed. In my aunties room, they had no light bulb in the lamp and when they tried to close the window the latch came off! Lots of permanent residents there and felt very dreary and not safe for young families. When we were unpacking our car, one of the residents who was clearly on something kept staring at my son and it was incredible unnerving and uncomfortable. There was a conference on that day in Invercargill so had no choice but to stay as everywhere else was completely booked out, even the air bnbs. We were with a group, and had booked a few rooms so felt somewhat safe being around people we knew. But morale of the story, always read the reviews and never let anyone else book your accommodation!!
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Date of stay: November 2022Trip type: Travelled with family
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WilsonFamilyNz wrote a review Sep 2022
Pleasant Point, New Zealand576 contributions42 helpful votes
Had pervert who was long term tenant looking at us every time we went outside, found used kfc in microwave, hair in our supposedly clean sheets, shaving hair in bathroom, yep no, never again. You could see that things had been started to be done up, but with dodgy people around in back apartments it’s not a nice safe feeling for a family with little kids
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Date of stay: August 2022Trip type: Travelled with family
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Sheila E wrote a review Jun 2022
Tauranga, New Zealand6 contributions2 helpful votes
Booked and paid for a one bedroom unit. Arrived to book in and told that the one bedroom unit not available but we could have a studio room. Asked for assurance that we would have the one bed unit the following night. Returned the following afternoon to a different receptionist to be told he knew nothing about changing rooms. We went to the studio room. Wet towels still in the bottom of the shower, no housekeeping done. We left and and checked into another motel. When we returned home I emailed asking for a credit. Not eve the decency to reply to my email. Not recommended
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Date of stay: June 2022
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Elisabeth S wrote a review Jan 2022
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Booked to stay at the Coachman Invercargill on their website in December 2021, to stay for 4 nights 13-17 January with my family (2 adults, 3 kids / aged 6,10, and 12). Turned up just after 2pm on 13th January, as per the instructions on my email confirmation. To my surprise they had no record of my booking, even though I booked on their website and had a copy of the email confirmation. Excuses about only owning the property for 5 months, but really - we booked from their website so they should have accommodated us. Not to worry, they said. They’ve got another hotel close by. Takitimu Homes. We turn up there and can’t believe our eyes - it looks like a rest home. A quick google search of the property doesn’t show it as a hotel, but as a “housing complex” that used to be a rest home. It actually looks a bit like a half way home. We go inside and see the lovely lady that said she can accommodate us but it’d have to be our last resort. I agree / my kids can’t stay there. Two hours of calling later (there was a big event in Invercargill, accommodation all booked out) we finally find a hotel that can fit all 5 of us. Reception was lovely and accommodating and understanding of our problem. 3 times as much as our budget but we were desperate by that point. In the meantime, the Coachman got off pretty lightly. I couldn’t bring myself to go back as I was so upset and didn’t want to cry in front of my kids about this situation. So if your feedback, Coachman Management, is that we should have come back - forget it. You told us you were full and gave us that ridiculous option to get rid of us. Never have I had a reservation that wasn’t honored. Shame on you Coachman. Now I’ve got to figure out how to pay the accommodation bill for the only other accommodation I could find last weekend.
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Date of stay: January 2022Trip type: Travelled with family
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Thelma A wrote a review Feb 2020
Delray Beach, Florida6 contributions
Every once in a while you come across someone truly amazing; Cherie is that person. Everything was booked due to the flooding. I had an early morning flight and was lucky to even get to Invercargil. I called and Cherie confirmed she didn't have anything but she offered to check around and call back. She had no luck and was sending out an email to other hotels for possible no-shows. When that didn't work she offered a room that was getting ready for painting. She called in a helper to make up the room, added a TV, warmed the kettle, and added cookies and sweets. This was 8pm! I cried and gave her a hug. She had no idea that we had been soaking at a campsite for a week in Te Anau, we had numerous detours because of overflowing rivers, or that I was leaving because my dad was literally dying. She was just a wonderful person being helpful. The room was perfect and warm and the bed; glorious. Picked up Chinese across the street at Ascot and that was great! I will never forget her and will direct anyone going to Invercargil to stay there or just say hi to this wonderful person if you're passing through.
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Date of stay: February 2020Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from COACHMANS INN, General Manager at Coachmans
Responded Apr 2, 2020
Oh .. I’m really so touched by your review. You both had such an awful time of it all - and the news about your dad was so heartbreaking - especially with you being so far away. It’s truly devastating when your dealt a blow like that! I’m so glad we were able to help in such a small way. And I’m so humbled that it meant enough to you, that you would take time to write such lovely words. Would love to hear from you and hopefully we will meet up again. Stay safe, happy and well our wonderful overseas friends xx
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julie m wrote a review Nov 2019
Alexandra, New Zealand39 contributions12 helpful votes
I had a night at the Inn on a work trip and was very happy with my unit... - very spacious with separate bedroom, lounge and full kitchen including a proper oven - car park right at my door - comfy bed - Clean and tidy - friendly staff
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Date of stay: November 2019
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SHIRLEY W. wrote a review Nov 2019
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Arrived earlier than we planned but no problem and was shown to our room. Really nice, well presented with everything we needed. Lovely ladies at reception and cleaning staff even straightened up our poor attempt of bed making each morning. We picked a studio unit that was upstairs which was not an issue for us. Our room had a microwave, jug, toaster and was warm and cosy. Was great that our stay coincided with a craft show just down the road so managed to take home some treats. Would definitely recommend.
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Date of stay: October 2019
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Room Tip: The room we had was great as I didn't need a kitchen to cook in. They do have them but they...
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Response from CHERIE_BRS, General Manager at Coachmans
Responded Nov 10, 2019
Hi there, Noticed your crayfish pic ... WOW!!! Thank you very much for you feedback. We have recently renovated the upstairs studios and just have the 3 left to complete. Still need to 'dress' them out - paintings/prints, new cutlery/crockery etc .. but all coming together. Hope to see you again! Cheers Cherie
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C$114 - C$129 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
LOCATION
New ZealandSouth IslandSouthland RegionInvercargill
NUMBER OF ROOMS
21
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Frequently Asked Questions about Coachmans
Which popular attractions are close to Coachmans?
Nearby attractions include Dig This Invercargill (1.0 km), Classic Motorcycle Mecca (3.4 km), and Bill Richardson Transport World (1.0 km).
What are some of the property amenities at Coachmans?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, free parking, and room service.
Which room amenities are available at Coachmans?
Top room amenities include a kitchenette, a flat screen TV, and a refrigerator.
What food & drink options are available at Coachmans?
Guests can enjoy breakfast during their stay.
Is parking available at Coachmans?
Yes, free parking is available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Coachmans?
Conveniently located restaurants include Elegance at 148 on Elles Restaurant, The Batch Cafe, and Pinch of Spice.
Are any cleaning services offered at Coachmans?
Yes, laundry service and self serve laundry are offered to guests.
Are there any historical sites close to Coachmans?
Many travellers enjoy visiting Demolition World (5.2 km).