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Recommended hotels in Timaru

Desk, iron/ironing board, cribs (free), WiFi (free)

1. Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge

Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge
4.0 star property
Maori Hill
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (147 reviews)
"Excellent stay!"
Canada
Ivica
The price is P7,850
P9,027 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 15 - Aug 16
Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge
Private kitchen

2. Anchor Motel

Anchor Motel
2.5 star property
Maori Hill
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (226 reviews)
"Nice clean tidy accommodation, very helpful and pleasant owners."
Australia
John
The price is P3,183
P3,661 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 11 - Aug 12
Anchor Motel
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served

3. The Grosvenor

The Grosvenor
3.0 star property
Timaru Central
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (849 reviews)
"Loved my stay. Great hotel with lovely rooms."
Australia
Ants
The price is P5,459
P6,278 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 15 - Aug 16
The Grosvenor
In-room safe, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, soundproofing

4. The Sea Breeze

The Sea Breeze
2.0 star property
Timaru Central
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (12 reviews)
"Clean tidy & good value"
Australia
Brett
The price is P7,630
P8,774 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 16 - Aug 17
The Sea Breeze
Balcony view

5. Panorama Motor Lodge

Panorama Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
Timaru Central
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (136 reviews)
"Lovely spacious room in a great location. Would stay again in an instant"
Australia
Ele
The price is P6,429
P7,393 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 6 - Sep 7
Panorama Motor Lodge
Front of property

6. Ashbury Park Motel

Ashbury Park Motel
4.0 star property
Waimataitai
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (308 reviews)
"Good place to stay"
Australia
Jared
The price is P5,627
P6,471 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 15 - Aug 16
Ashbury Park Motel
Laptop workspace, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

7. Harbour View Motel

Harbour View Motel
2.5 star property
Maori Hill
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (128 reviews)
"Great location, cool view of the port"
Australia
Thomas
The price is P6,517
P7,495 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 9 - Aug 10
Harbour View Motel
Private kitchenette

8. ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge

ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
Parkside
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (287 reviews)
"Great place to stay. "
Australia
Sheryl lee
The price is P6,244
P7,181 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 15 - Aug 16
ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge
Reception

9. Cedar Lodge Motel

Cedar Lodge Motel
3.0 star property
Kensington
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (134 reviews)
"A perfect stopover on the way to Christchurch. Clean and quiet, lots of room and easy to get in and out on the main road."
Australia
Lindsay
The price is P5,748
P6,611 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 15 - Aug 16
Cedar Lodge Motel
Dining

10. Comfort Hotel Benvenue

Comfort Hotel Benvenue
3.5 star property
Maori Hill
7.8 out of 10, Good, (183 reviews)
"Comfortable and clean. Very handy location."
Australia
Jude
The price is P4,751
P5,464 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 29 - Aug 30
Comfort Hotel Benvenue
Private kitchen

11. Aspen on King Motel

Aspen on King Motel
4.5 star property
Parkside
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (570 reviews)
"Very nice and quiet place to stay. We would definitely stay there again."
Australia
Rodney
The price is P6,036
P6,941 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 6 - Sep 7
Aspen on King Motel
Laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, cribs (surcharge), WiFi (free)

12. Asure Ashley Motor Lodge

Asure Ashley Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
Kensington
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (180 reviews)
"Large room, upgraded, wonderful innkeepers, comfy bed, very clean and kitchen worked for us! "
United States
Judy and Jerry
The price is P5,925
P6,813 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 15 - Aug 16
Asure Ashley Motor Lodge
Iron/ironing board, WiFi (free), bed sheets

13. Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru

Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru
3.5 star property
Waimataitai
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (278 reviews)
"Manager was very welcoming and friendly. Rooms were perfect for our families needs and were quite spacious. Surprisngly not noisy, despite being on the main road and a handy location to shops/parks/Caroline Bay"
Australia
Zoe
The price is P4,810
P5,532 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 9 - Aug 10
Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru
Exterior

14. Coastal Ridge Apartments

Coastal Ridge Apartments
3.5 star property
Kensington
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (109 reviews)
"One of the bests stays I’ve experienced, ticks all the boxes and then some.. thank you !"
Australia
Sarah
The price is P6,401
P7,361 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 14 - Aug 15
Coastal Ridge Apartments
Property entrance

15. The Fort. Timaru

The Fort. Timaru
3.0 star property
Timaru Central
7.6 out of 10, Good, (22 reviews)
"Backpacker style accommodation at premium rate."
New Zealand
Wayne
The price is P3,771
P4,337 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 10 - Aug 11
The Fort. Timaru
Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace

16. Bay City Motor Lodge

Bay City Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
Maori Hill
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (81 reviews)
"Parking very easy great place to stay "
New Zealand
Nick
The price is P5,578
P6,414 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 9 - Aug 10
Bay City Motor Lodge
WiFi (free), bed sheets

17. Aaron Court Motel

Aaron Court Motel
2.0 star property
Maori Hill
6.8 out of 10, (140 reviews)
"Easy to get to and been able to drive around, park at the property."
Australia
Peter
The price is P3,314
P3,811 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 15 - Aug 16
Aaron Court Motel
Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free)

18. Baywatch Motor Lodge

Baywatch Motor Lodge
4.0 star property
Maori Hill
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (129 reviews)
"Great motel with good size room and kitchenette. It was hard to heat the room but we had an enjoyable stay"
Australia
Sally
The price is P6,825
P7,849 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 9 - Aug 10
Baywatch Motor Lodge
Mini-fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

19. Fitzgerald on King

Fitzgerald on King
2.5 star property
Parkside
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (76 reviews)
"Excellent staff and location"
Australia
Paul
The price is P6,466
P7,436 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 13 - Aug 14
Fitzgerald on King
Sports bar

20. Northpark Motel

Northpark Motel
3.5 star property
Washdyke
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (80 reviews)
"Clean room friendly staff"
Australia
Cattareeya
The price is P4,779
P5,496 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Northpark Motel
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Top Timaru Hotel Reviews

Anchor Motel

Anchor Motel

10/10 Excellent
"An older motel but well maintained and spotless. Exceptional value for money. We arrived on a cold winter evening and the heater and TV were on to welcome us. We will stay there again."
Garth 1-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
Anchor Motel

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Timaru Hostels information

Number of reviews
2,961
Accommodation
1 Hostels
Lowest Price
P3,661
Highest Price
P9,027

Frequently asked questions

Should I stay in a hostel in Timaru?
Hostels are a great way to stay for a good value, so you can save your money for going out. If you're hoping to treat your taste buds while you're here, you can check out the bars.
What is a hostel?
No two hostels look exactly the same, but these dormitory-style accommodations all have shared rooms (though many have private options too), low prices, and a social environment.
What are the best hostels in Timaru?
While you're deciding on where to stay, check out this top hostel in Timaru: Stay Timaru - You can take advantage of free WiFi and free parking, as well as laundry facilities. Rooms come with towels, showers, and bed sheets.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Timaru?
The weather is important when you're experiencing new places, so here's some information about the seasons: The hottest months are usually February and January with an average temp of 45°F, while the coldest months are July and August with an average of 27°F. The rainiest months in Timaru are May, September, December, and July, with each month seeing an average of 14 inches of rainfall.
What is there to see and do in Timaru?
Depending on your interests, you might like to explore the area around Timaru. Get out into nature with places like Caroline Bay Beach, Ashbury Park, and Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden. Cultural attractions include South Canterbury Museum. Visit landmarks like Timaru Lighthouse.
What's the best way to get to and around Timaru while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in and around Timaru in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is Timaru (TIU-Richard Pearse), located 6.7 mi (10.7 km) from the city center. After you've arrived, you may want to use public transit during your trip. If you're looking to explore more of the area, head over to Timaru Station to catch a train.

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