Victoria Railway Hotel

What a magnificent building, you walk through out history. Whatever stress you may bring the hostesses wipe it out in seconds, accommodating whatever need you may have! They have had so much experience in tourism that people keep going back to that hotel for years, no wonder, Rose told me on arrival, here we are a big family, and truly we felt at home. Totally felt the southern hospitality they all talk about. The room was big and super clean. It doesn’t have a lift, so careful not to take too many luggage.

Lovely to experience a period hotel complete with original English porcelain dishware for breakfast. Best hot breakfast ever. Not greasy and a good portion. Toast came hot and fast. Wifi good. Probably can do a little up marketing with the dine in menu. We went to Speights as menu didn't jump out at us even though based on how good the breakfast was could well have been very good. Nice friendly welcome. A nice change from your usual apartment style accommodation.

I had a delicious birthday dinner with fabulous family. The host's were friendly and welcoming and made me a beautiful chocolate cake that the chef decorated with love gan and fresh strawberries. If you're coming to town it's an awesome place to stay.

A gorgeous historic building in the heart of Invercargill City. Managers Tom and Rose are delightful hosts, passionate about the hotel, and you will not want for anything during your stay. Shown to a impressively appointed VIP Suite on the very top level of the hotel. Large king bed with good quality linen. Bathroom had a shower over bath, with superior water pressure. This century old building has been maintained to a high standard. Fascinating old pictures and maps line the walls. Lovely evening spent near the fire at the downstairs bar. Fresh Blue Cod for dinner, followed by a perfect sponge cake dessert. Rose cooked a marvelous full English breakfast in the morning. The hotel is walking distance to the CBD Shopping, and the Stewart Island Ferry shuttle picks up from here. A wonderful place to spend the night, and I look forward to returning in the future. Thanks to Tom and Rose for your warm and generous Southland hospitality

Lovely hotel in authentic old style We booked the executive studio and we were positively surprised, it was spacious and very clean. The proprietor was very kind and helpful. The hotel in the town center conveniently located. Also breakfast was up to the usual standard. This lovely hotel in original old style can be only recommended but you must love the antique atmosphere.

The business! The hosts were so friendly and looked after us during the two nights we stayed there. The restaurant serves amazing blue cod (we ended up eating here two nights in a row! This is out of character for me...) and the bar had a great cozy atmosphere where we felt welcome and spent a lot more time than we usually would at a hotel bar. Worth mentioning that there's a great beer selection (with a couple of tasty craft beers on tap). Next time we're in Invercargill, we'll be staying here!

Appearances can be deceptive. It's not in the most scenic street but the location is actually great, the room was perfect and the renovated bathroom sympathetic to the period was a winner. Slept so well, hosts were lovely. Would stay many more times.

Loved this historic boutique hotel. My room was awesome and so quiet and comfy. The meals were great and I really felt special. Management and staff were so friendly and helpful and the food was delicious. I'll be back.