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( 03-218 9032, 0800 486 873;
www.invercargilltop10.co.nz
; 77 McIvor Rd; sites from $20, units
$78-150; )
A particularly attractive option for motel- and cabin-dwellers, this leafy
park 6.5km north of town also has pleasant sites and smart communal facilities.
Bushy Point Fernbirds
HOMESTAY $$$
( 03-213 1302;
www.fernbirds.co.nz
; 197 Grant Rd, Otatara; s/d incl breakfast $140/150; )
Two friendly corgis are among the hosts at this eco-aware homestay set on the edge
of 4.5 hectares of private forest reserve and wetlands. Fernbirds is very popular with
birding types, so booking ahead is essential. It's five minutes' drive from central Inver-
cargill, and rates include a guided walk in the reserve.
Victoria Railway Hotel
HISTORIC HOTEL $$$
( 0800 777 557, 03-218 1281;
www.hotelinvercargill.com
; cnr Leven & Esk Sts; d $145-195;
)
For a hit of 19th-century heritage, the plush and individually styled en suite rooms and
swanky guests' areas in this grand old refurbished hotel fit the bill. Partake of breakfast
or dinner in the elegant dining room, or a locally brewed ale in the cosy house bar.
Singles and twins should inquire about bargain rooms.
388 Tay
MOTEL $$$
( 03-217 3881, 0508 388 829;
www.388taymotel.co.nz
;
388 Tay St; d $125-160; )
Modern
and spacious units and a friendly welcome are standard at this well-run spot that's a
standout along Invercargill's Tay St motel alley.
Eating
Seriously Good Chocolate Company
CAFE $
(147 Spey St; 8am-5pm Mon-Fri, 9am-2pm Sat)
This sweet little cafe specialises in artisan
chocolates (around $2.50 each), which can be nibbled alongside espresso, or spirited
away in lovely gift boxes. Our seriously good recommendation is the ginger. And the
hard caramel. And the rocky road…
Turkish Kebabs
TURKISH $
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