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Our top choices for Watlington hotels

A bar area with wooden flooring, a curved bar counter, and a variety of bottles and glasses on shelves.

1. The Grosvenor

The Grosvenor
3.0 star property
Timaru Central, 2.2 km from Watlington
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (850 reviews)
"Loved my stay. Great hotel with lovely rooms."
Australia
Ants
The price is P5,396
P6,205 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
The Grosvenor
A compact kitchen with a microwave, stove, and sink. There is a clock on the wall and a window with blinds.

2. Aspen on King Motel

Aspen on King Motel
4.5 star property
Parkside, 1.7 km from Watlington
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (571 reviews)
"Very nice and quiet place to stay. We would definitely stay there again."
Australia
Rodney
The price is P6,636
P7,631 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 14 - Oct 15
Aspen on King Motel
A room with a circular window overlooking a beach, a lamp, and a bed with pillows.

3. The Sea Breeze

The Sea Breeze
2.0 star property
Timaru Central, 2.1 km from Watlington
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (18 reviews)
"Great hotel, close to town and very modern."
United States
Kurt
The price is P7,618
P8,760 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 16 - Oct 17
The Sea Breeze
A coastal building with balconies, labeled "COASTAL RIDGE TIMARU LUXURY ACCOMMODATION."

4. Coastal Ridge Apartments

Coastal Ridge Apartments
3.5 star property
Kensington, 1.6 km from Watlington
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (112 reviews)
The price is P7,173
P8,249 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 15 - Oct 16
Coastal Ridge Apartments
A balcony with a glass table and chairs, overlooking a coastal area with palm trees and a clear view of the sea.

5. Panorama Motor Lodge

Panorama Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
Timaru Central, 2.1 km from Watlington
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (139 reviews)
"Lovely spacious room in a great location. Would stay again in an instant"
Australia
Ele
The price is P6,354
P7,307 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 16 - Oct 17
Panorama Motor Lodge
A hotel room with a large bed, a chair, a balcony with a view, and a window with curtains.

6. Asure Ashley Motor Lodge

Asure Ashley Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
Kensington, 1.6 km from Watlington
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (181 reviews)
"Large room, upgraded, wonderful innkeepers, comfy bed, very clean and kitchen worked for us! "
United States
Judy and Jerry
The price is P6,293
P7,237 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 15 - Oct 16
Asure Ashley Motor Lodge
A hotel room with a bed, a TV on a stand, a desk with a chair, and a window with curtains.

7. Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru

Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru
3.5 star property
Waimataitai, 2.5 km from Watlington
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (280 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 P4,858
P5,586 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 17 - Oct 18
Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a view of greenery outside.

8. ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge

ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
Parkside, 1.4 km from Watlington
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (294 reviews)
"Great sized rooms, comfortable beds, nice rooms, very clean. Super easy stop over option"
Australia
Rachael
The price is P6,666
P7,665 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 31 - Nov 1
ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge
A reception area with a glass door, a red door, and a stone pillar.

9. Cedar Lodge Motel

Cedar Lodge Motel
3.0 star property
Kensington, 1.6 km from Watlington
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (135 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 P6,031
P6,935 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 2 - Oct 3
Cedar Lodge Motel
A compact kitchen with a central island, a sink, and a stove. There are two bar stools and a dining table.

10. Anchor Motel

Anchor Motel
2.5 star property
Maori Hill, 2.3 km from Watlington
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (233 reviews)
"Lovely for solo travellor"
Australia
Frances
The price is P3,677
P4,229 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 2 - Oct 3
Anchor Motel
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a balcony with a view.

11. Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge

Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge
4.0 star property
Maori Hill, 2 km from Watlington
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (149 reviews)
"The hostess was extremely informative, friendly and accommodating. The complex is centrally located, just off SH1 and there is very little noise during the night. It is easy to get around Timaru."
Australia
Robyn
The price is P7,759
P8,923 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 8 - Oct 9
Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a view of the beach.

12. Baywatch Motor Lodge

Baywatch Motor Lodge
4.0 star property
Maori Hill, 2.3 km from Watlington
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (131 reviews)
"great view of the sunrise"
Australia
Ross
The price is P7,053
P8,112 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Baywatch Motor Lodge
A room with a leather sofa, sheer curtains, and a view of a balcony.

13. Harbour View Motel

Harbour View Motel
2.5 star property
Maori Hill, 2.2 km from Watlington
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (129 reviews)
"Great location, cool view of the port"
Australia
Thomas
The price is P6,465
P7,435 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 13 - Oct 14
Harbour View Motel
A building with a sign indicating a vacancy.

14. Ashbury Park Motel

Ashbury Park Motel
4.0 star property
Waimataitai, 3 km from Watlington
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (308 reviews)
"Good place to stay"
Australia
Jared
The price is P5,562
P6,396 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 3 - Oct 4
Ashbury Park Motel
A conference room with tables and chairs, large windows, and a view of the outdoors.

15. Comfort Hotel Benvenue

Comfort Hotel Benvenue
3.5 star property
Maori Hill, 2.2 km from Watlington
7.8 out of 10, Good, (183 reviews)
"would stay again"
Australia
Garry
The price is P4,112
P4,729 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Comfort Hotel Benvenue
A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a desk, and a view of the street.

16. Bay City Motor Lodge

Bay City Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
Maori Hill, 2.2 km from Watlington
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (85 reviews)
"Parking very easy great place to stay "
New Zealand
Nick
The price is P5,839
P6,715 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 7 - Oct 8
Bay City Motor Lodge
A modern hotel room with a sofa, a small bed, a TV, and a balcony with a view.

17. The Coast Motel

The Coast Motel
3.5 star property
Maori Hill, 2.2 km from Watlington
7.8 out of 10, Good, (159 reviews)
"It was easy access and the room was great."
Australia
Julie
The price is P5,551
P6,383 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
The Coast Motel
A neatly made bed with patterned bedding and a dark-colored pillow.

18. Aaron Court Motel

Aaron Court Motel
2.0 star property
Maori Hill, 2.3 km from Watlington
6.8 out of 10, (143 reviews)
"It's only a stopover not a holiday good for the money you get what you pay for."
Australia
mark
The price is P3,275
P3,767 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 8 - Oct 9
Aaron Court Motel
A kitchen with a sink, a coffee maker, and a window with a view of greenery.

19. Fitzgerald on King

Fitzgerald on King
2.5 star property
Parkside, 1.8 km from Watlington
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (78 reviews)
"Excellent staff and location"
Australia
Paul
The price is P6,983
P8,030 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 15 - Oct 16
Fitzgerald on King
A building entrance with a green door, two potted plants, and a small window above the door.

20. The Fort. Timaru

The Fort. Timaru
3.0 star property
Timaru Central, 2.1 km from Watlington
7.6 out of 10, Good, (22 reviews)
"Backpacker style accommodation at premium rate."
New Zealand
Wayne
The price is P4,257
P4,895 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6
The Fort. Timaru
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Where to stay in Watlington

Find the best Watlington areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
A coastal city with a beach, a port with ships, and industrial buildings.

Timaru Central

While visiting Timaru Central, you might make a stop by sights like South Canterbury Museum and Te Ana Maori Rock Art Centre.

Maori Hill

While visiting Maori Hill, you might make a stop by sights like Timaru Lighthouse and Ashbury Park.

A garden with a fountain, benches, and a statue.
Photo by Paolo Corrales
Open Photo by Paolo Corrales

Timaru Port

While visiting Timaru Port, you might make a stop by sights like Caroline Bay Beach and Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden.

Seaview

Seaview might not have many top sights, but South Canterbury Museum and Timaru Lighthouse are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Highfield

While Highfield might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Aigantighe Art Gallery and Ashbury Park.

Top Watlington Hotel Reviews

Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge

Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge

10/10 Excellent
"The hostess was extremely informative, friendly and accommodating. The complex is centrally located, just off SH1 and there is very little noise during the night. It is easy to get around Timaru."
Robyn 2-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge

Frequently asked questions

What is Watlington like?
Travelers to the Watlington neighborhood in Timaru will be sure to enjoy their stay.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Watlington, will I receive a refund?
Yes! The majority of hotel room reservations are refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to view the best deals in Watlington.
What are the top things to see and do in Watlington?
Aigantighe Art Gallery, South Canterbury Museum, and Botanical Gardens are just a few of the places to visit in and around Watlington. Otipua Wetland and Te Ana Maori Rock Art Centre are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Timaru.

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