Victorian style boutique hotel accommodation in the heart of Invercargill city. Built in 1896 this landmark registered building is an Invercargill icon with a New Zealand Historic Places Trust category 1 classification. The hotel was closed for an architecturally designed upgrade and refurbishment in June 2003, with the subsequent re-opening in May 2004. The upgrade included ground floor wheelchair units, CCTV and 24hr PIR access. On 23 May 2007 the Victoria Railway Hotel was the recipient of the Invercargill City Council Environment Award in recognition of the work done in conserving this Invercargill landmark and the contribution to the environment that the property makes. Lounge Bar and on site dining for house guests is available within the hotel at Gerrards Restaurant where the focus is traditional kiwi fare, fine Invercargill beers and kiwi wines. Room amenities include broadband, writing desk, iron/ironing board, hairdryer, TV, DVD player, fridge plus tea and coffee making facilities. Executive Double - Spacious Studio configuration with queen bed and new ensuite bathroom. Twin Share - First floor compact studio configuration with 1 double and 1 single bed, new ensuite and broadband. Corporate Single - First floor studio configuration with double bed, shower ensuite & broadband.