Located in Invercargill, Southern Comfort features a garden, shared lounge, terrace, and free WiFi throughout the property. Featuring a shared kitchen, this property also provides guests with a barbecue. The property is non-smoking and is set 2.5 km from Rugby Park Stadium. Guests at the hostel will be able to enjoy activities in and around Invercargill, like cycling. Southern Institute of Technology is 1.5 km from Southern Comfort. The nearest airport is Invercargill Airport, 1 km from the accommodation.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

FREE parking!


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 bunk bed
2 single beds
1 large double bed
1 bunk bed
2 single beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.7
Facilities
9.7
Cleanliness
9.7
Comfort
9.7
Value for money
9.7
Location
9.4
Free WiFi
8.9
High score for Invercargill

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Roxeane
    Thailand Thailand
    Very comfy bed and room. Nice furnishings of the common areas
  • Abigail
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Merlyn was super lovely and accommodating. Room was homely and came with a towel, which makes a difference when you’re backpacking!
  • Meiju
    Finland Finland
    Super cute house, loved the aesthetic. Well-equipped kitchen, free brekkie (obviously only cereal and toast as is always the case, but still)
  • Ann
    Sweden Sweden
    Southern Comfort Backpackers is a lovely place to stay. This is the nicest hostel that I ever been to. The hostess is also the owner of the house which is perfectly kept. The rooms are tastefully decorated, the kitchen is fully eqipped and there...
  • Alexandra
    France France
    The free towel and free food for breakfast. The kitchen is well equipped. The garden is really nice. Bed are comfortable.
  • Marketa
    Czech Republic Czech Republic
    The best hostel I have ever been to. It feels more like a homestay, rather than a hostel. The owner remembers everyone's names. I have stayed here two times and she remembered me. Rooms are clean and comfortable. Breakfast included, with many...
  • Oliver
    Germany Germany
    Great kitchen, spotless clean facilities and a georgeus garden.
  • Madison
    Canada Canada
    Absolutely adored my stay here!!! It felt like my home away from home and would be back in a heart beat!! Merlyn was a fantastic host and more than welcoming, not to mention her gardens are breath taking!! Please if you're heading Invercargill...
  • Shane
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Facilities, kitchen, Merlyn the host was very kind and helpful, certainly knew her stuff about the local area as well as walking routes local and further a field. Breakfast 👍🏼 Hostel and its garden, lovely setting more of a B&B vibe than a...
  • Laura
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    It’s so cosy, friendly, conveniently located, clean and full of thoughtful touches!

Property surroundings

Facilities of Southern Comfort
Great facilities! Review score, 9.7

Most popular facilities

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Toilet
  • Shower

View

  • Garden view
  • View

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • BBQ facilities
  • Terrace
  • Garden

Kitchen

  • Shared kitchen

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed

Activities

  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge

Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Free public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not needed).

  • Street parking
  • Accessible parking

Services

  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Luggage storage

Entertainment and family services

  • Board games/puzzles

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key access

General

  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Carpeted
  • Heating

Accessibility

  • Entire unit located on ground floor

Languages spoken

  • English

House rules
Southern Comfort takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 13:30 to 20:30
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 05:30 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children older than 5 years are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
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The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Southern Comfort 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.

FAQs about Southern Comfort

  • Southern Comfort is 1,000 yards from the centre of Invercargill. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Check-in at Southern Comfort is from 13:30, and check-out is until 10:00.

  • Southern Comfort offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
  • The prices at Southern Comfort may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.