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Our top choices for South Canterbury Museum hotels

Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge

Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge

Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge
4.0 star property
Maori Hill, 0.9 km from South Canterbury Museum
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (127)
"Very clean and staff so helpful and nice"
United States
jennifer
The price is P6,515
P7,492 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge
Private kitchen
ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge

ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge

ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
Parkside, 1 km from South Canterbury Museum
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (265)
"Very spacious apartment, had everything you would need. Staff very helpful, and friendly. Loved our stay."
Australia
Anthony
The price is P6,423
P7,387 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 18 - Jan 19, 2026
ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge
View from room
Coastal Ridge Apartments

Coastal Ridge Apartments

Coastal Ridge Apartments
3.5 star property
Kensington, 1.7 km from South Canterbury Museum
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (102)
"Good location for holiday in timaru, close to places we were visiting."
Australia
Michael
The price is P6,663
P7,663 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 10 - Jan 11, 2026
Coastal Ridge Apartments
Laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, free WiFi
Asure Ashley Motor Lodge

Asure Ashley Motor Lodge

Asure Ashley Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
Kensington, 1.7 km from South Canterbury Museum
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (171)
"A lovely, comfortable, spacious place to stay."
Australia
Debra
The price is P6,112
P7,028 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Asure Ashley Motor Lodge
Private kitchen
Cedar Lodge Motel

Cedar Lodge Motel

Cedar Lodge Motel
3.0 star property
Kensington, 1.7 km from South Canterbury Museum
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (126)
"Great place to stay for short term"
United States
AYELEN
The price is P5,903
P6,788 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 3 - Jan 4, 2026
Cedar Lodge Motel
Balcony view
Panorama Motor Lodge

Panorama Motor Lodge

Panorama Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
Timaru Central, 0.7 km from South Canterbury Museum
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (117)
"It was in a great location walking distance to restaurants and town"
Australia
Sue
The price is P6,091
P7,005 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 9 - Jan 10, 2026
Panorama Motor Lodge
Private kitchen
Aspen on King Motel

Aspen on King Motel

Aspen on King Motel
4.5 star property
Parkside, 1.1 km from South Canterbury Museum
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (548)
"Great clean room. Staff very curious and helpful "
Australia
Jo
The price is P5,203
P5,984 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 1 - Jan 2, 2026
Aspen on King Motel
Balcony view
Fitzgerald on King

Fitzgerald on King

Fitzgerald on King
2.5 star property
Parkside, 1.1 km from South Canterbury Museum
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (74)
"Great place to stay"
Australia
Alistair
The price is P7,235
P8,320 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 18 - Jan 19, 2026
Fitzgerald on King
Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Baywatch Motor Lodge

Baywatch Motor Lodge

Baywatch Motor Lodge
4.0 star property
Maori Hill, 1.1 km from South Canterbury Museum
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (118)
"Lovely place "
Australia
Duncan
The price is P6,467
P7,437 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 10 - Jan 11, 2026
Baywatch Motor Lodge
Living area
Bay City Motor Lodge

Bay City Motor Lodge

Bay City Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
Maori Hill, 1 km from South Canterbury Museum
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (66)
"Great place to stay, handy to everything "
New Zealand
Leanne
The price is P5,885
P6,768 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 28 - Dec 29
Bay City Motor Lodge
Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru

Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru

Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru
3.5 star property
Waimataitai, 1.7 km from South Canterbury Museum
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (250)
"It was a very short stay for us very happy with our accommodation. "
Australia
ANN
The price is P4,704
P5,409 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 8 - Jan 9, 2026
Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru
Front of property - evening/night
The Grosvenor

The Grosvenor

The Grosvenor
3.0 star property
Timaru Central, 0.3 km from South Canterbury Museum
7.8 out of 10, Good, (809)
"Fantastic staff, clean, big room, meals are excellent "
Australia
Stephanie
The price is P4,868
P5,598 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
The Grosvenor
Front of property
Ashbury Park Motel

Ashbury Park Motel

Ashbury Park Motel
4.0 star property
Waimataitai, 2 km from South Canterbury Museum
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (292)
"Great wee place. Management were amazing "
United States
Ange
The price is P4,716
P5,424 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 5 - Jan 6, 2026
Ashbury Park Motel
In-room dining
The Fort. Timaru

The Fort. Timaru

The Fort. Timaru
3.0 star property
Timaru Central, 0.4 km from South Canterbury Museum
7.8 out of 10, Good, (8)
"Great place, close to town"
Australia
Steve
The price is P4,543
P5,225 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 6 - Jan 7, 2026
The Fort. Timaru
Garden
Anchor Motel

Anchor Motel

Anchor Motel
2.5 star property
Maori Hill, 1.4 km from South Canterbury Museum
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (196)
"Its dog friendly which is fantastic and super handy to where i was working "
New Zealand
yvonne
The price is P3,525
P4,053 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 3 - Jan 4, 2026
Anchor Motel
WiFi, wheelchair access
Blue Dolphin Motel

Blue Dolphin Motel

Blue Dolphin Motel
3.5 star property
Maori Hill, 1.3 km from South Canterbury Museum
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (158)
"Great place, good bang for your buck. We had a 2 story family room that was really comfortable. It's a bit on the older side, but in good shape! We really enjoyed our stay!"
Canada
Marie
The price is P4,292
P5,443 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 7 - Jan 8, 2026
Blue Dolphin Motel
Minibar, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board
Comfort Hotel Benvenue

Comfort Hotel Benvenue

Comfort Hotel Benvenue
3.5 star property
Maori Hill, 1.1 km from South Canterbury Museum
7.6 out of 10, Good, (165)
"A great spot for a stop over on the way home. "
Australia
Ange
The price is P4,207
P4,838 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 18 - Jan 19, 2026
Comfort Hotel Benvenue
Mini-fridge, microwave, stovetop, toaster
Aaron Court Motel

Aaron Court Motel

Aaron Court Motel
2.0 star property
Maori Hill, 1.3 km from South Canterbury Museum
7.0 out of 10, Good, (101)
"The room was very clean and the staff/owners were excellent."
Australia
Janet
The price is P2,910
P3,347 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 24 - Dec 25
Aaron Court Motel
Shared kitchen facilities
Northpark Motel

Northpark Motel

Northpark Motel
3.5 star property
Washdyke, 4.8 km from South Canterbury Museum
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (67)
"Was a great place to stay, clean friendly the restaurant had amazing food"
Australia
Fleur
The price is P5,350
P6,153 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 3 - Jan 4, 2026
Northpark Motel
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Top South Canterbury Museum Hotel Reviews

Ashbury Park Motel

Ashbury Park Motel

10/10 Excellent
"Reasonable tariff, friendly staff, clean & modern accommodation. Great location."
BJ 2-night trip
Posted 12 days ago
Ashbury Park Motel

Hotels near other South Canterbury Museum attractions

Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden

4.4/5 (33 reviews)
You can find out about the history of Timaru with a trip to Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden. Visit the area's spas, or simply enjoy its bars.
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Te Ana Maori Rock Art Centre

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Te Ana Maori Rock Art Centre in Timaru.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around South Canterbury Museum?
South Canterbury Museum is located in a welcoming area of Timaru that travelers like for its bars. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 22 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.
Where is the best place to stay near South Canterbury Museum?
Adjacent to South Canterbury Museum, The Grosvenor is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a casino and a restaurant. Other good choices within a short distance include Aspen on King Motel and ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge.
How many hotels will I be able to find close to South Canterbury Museum?
Expedia has 22 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from South Canterbury Museum.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near South Canterbury Museum, will I receive a refund?
Yes! Most hotel bookings are refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best deals near South Canterbury Museum.
What can I see and do near South Canterbury Museum?
Learn about local history at Timaru Lighthouse and Tuhawaiki Point Lighthouse. Get outside and spend some time strolling around Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden, Ashbury Park, and Washdyke Lagoon Wildlife Refuge. Lounge by the water at Caroline Bay Beach and Dashing Rocks Beach.
How can I get to South Canterbury Museum?
If you want to venture outside of the area, hop on a train at Timaru Station. There may not be many public transit choices near by South Canterbury Museum so consider renting a car to see more of the area.