Accomodation
The Accommodation
We have arranged for a special delegate rate at the brand new Distinction Invercargill Hotel and bookings can be made when registering for the event here.
Centrally located in Invercargill's rejuvenated Esk St West, Distinction Invercargill is an elegant 4.5 star, 150-room luxury hotel and opened in August 2025. Conveniently located just 450 metres from Invercargill Central, a stylish shopping centre and a couple of minutes from Bill Richardson Transport World, Classic Motorcycle Mecca, Civic Theatre & Southland Stadium.
Alternative accommodation is also available at the Ascot Park Hotel which can be booked here.
The Ascot features warm rooms with a contemporary vibe, offering flat-screen TVs, Wi-Fi, and tea and coffeemakers. Upgraded rooms feature minifridges, sitting areas and/or whirlpool tubs. Apartments offer kitchenettes and pull-out sofas. Room service is available.
Amenities include a casual restaurant, a bar and a pub, as well as an indoor pool, a gym, a sauna and a hot tub.
The Venue
AWES 2026 will be held at Bill Richardson Transport World, home of the world's largest private automotive collection, showcasing over 300 beautifully restored vintage vehicles—from Ford Letter Cars Ford Letter Cars and VW Kombis to classic trucks—alongside memorabilia, themed bathrooms, a movie theatre, and Wearable Arts displays Wearable Arts displays, making it a nostalgic, fun experience for all ages, not just car enthusiasts.
With such a relaxed and enjoyable setting, AWES 2026 promises to be the most satisfying event yet and we’re confident attendees will come away refreshed both intellectually and physically.