Gladstone Travel Guide
Invercargill
Popular places to visit
Otakaro Park
Explore the great outdoors at Otakaro Park, a lovely green space in Invercargill. While in the area, you can find time to visit its spas.
Southland Hospital
If Southland Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Invercargill.
Burt Munro
Find out about the history of Invercargill when you take a trip to Burt Munro. Wander the parks or discover the area's countryside.
Civic Theatre
You can get tickets for a performance at Civic Theatre during your stay in Invercargill. Discover the bars and entertainment venues in this walkable area.
Stadium Southland
Catch an event at Stadium Southland during your trip to Invercargill. Take in the entertainment venues while you're in the area.
Bill Richardson Transport World
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Bill Richardson Transport World during your travels in Invercargill. Take in the entertainment venues while you're in the area.
Top hotels in Gladstone
Queens Park Motels
Bed comfy, bathroom tiny, kitchenette awkward. Staff were helpful and charming Grounds needed a tidy up
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
Villa Rouge B&B
Generous hosts, and eclectic arthouse vibe. Large bedroom, bathroom and sitting room. Recommend it.
Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026
The Langlands Hotel
We would have liked to have known how noisy it would have been.I think we were by a work elevator?very noisy 11-12pm then started at 6 am..not the rest I wanted.
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Ascot Park Hotel
Fantastic hotel, lovely staff and great food
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Distinction Invercargill Hotel
New hotel beautifully appointed. Spacious rooms with everything you need! Excellent staff!
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Kelvin Hotel
Great room. Very friendly staff especially in the restaurant.
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Gladstone
Queens Park
Travellers like the parks in Queens Park, and Southland Museum and Art Gallery is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Avenal
You'll appreciate the spas during your time in Avenal and you might want to plan a stop by Civic Theatre and Burt Munro while you're in the area.
Windsor
Travellers like the parks in Windsor, and Burt Munro is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Glengarry
Travellers like the parks in Glengarry, and Surrey Park is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Waikiwi
While there might not be top attractions in Waikiwi, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Burt Munro and Civic Theatre.
Invercargill City Centre
Unique features of Invercargill City Centre include the theatres and bars. Make a stop by Civic Theatre or Toetoes Bay while you're exploring the area.
