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Superior Studio with Seaview | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge

Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge
4.0 star property
Maori Hill
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (140 reviews)
"We received a warm welcome and the room very very pleasant, clean and had everything we needed."
United Kingdom
Sarah
The price is ฿3,954
฿4,547 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Mar - 2 Mar
Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge
Executive Studio | Private kitchenette | Fridge, microwave, stovetop, electric kettle

ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge

ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
Parkside
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (277 reviews)
"Huge clean room, great amenities in the kitchen and very nice staff. "
United States
Colleen
The price is ฿3,416
฿3,928 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Mar - 2 Mar
ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge
Five Bedroom House | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, electric kettle, toaster

Anchor Motel

Anchor Motel
2.5 star property
Maori Hill
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (202 reviews)
"Good stay, location great, staff friendly and spacious room."
Australia
Grant
The price is ฿1,925
฿2,214 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Mar - 23 Mar
Anchor Motel
One Bedroom Family Unit with Kitchen | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru

Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru
3.5 star property
Waimataitai
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (258 reviews)
"Staff great friendly room tidy"
Australia
Jaroslav
The price is ฿2,569
฿2,954 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Mar - 2 Mar
Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru
Sports bar

Northpark Motel

Northpark Motel
3.5 star property
Washdyke
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (69 reviews)
"Really convenient, great staff and plenty of dinning options. "
Australia
Ross
The price is ฿2,942
฿3,383 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Mar - 2 Mar
Northpark Motel
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served

The Grosvenor

The Grosvenor
3.0 star property
Timaru Central
7.8 out of 10, Good, (821 reviews)
"Everything was perfect and the room very clean A most enjoyable stay"
Australia
Richard
The price is ฿2,825
฿3,249 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Mar - 7 Mar
The Grosvenor
Superior One Bedroom Suite | Balcony view

Panorama Motor Lodge

Panorama Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
Timaru Central
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (123 reviews)
"Very clean and spacious"
Canada
Peter
The price is ฿3,417
฿3,929 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Mar - 2 Mar
Panorama Motor Lodge
Property entrance

The Fort. Timaru

The Fort. Timaru
3.0 star property
Timaru Central
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (10 reviews)
"Great place, close to town"
Australia
Steve
The price is ฿2,481
฿2,854 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Mar - 25 Mar
The Fort. Timaru
Executive Studio with Spa | Laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds, free WiFi

Asure Ashley Motor Lodge

Asure Ashley Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
Kensington
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (175 reviews)
"A lovely, comfortable, spacious place to stay."
Australia
Debra
The price is ฿3,447
฿3,964 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Mar - 23 Mar
Asure Ashley Motor Lodge
Front of property

Ashbury Park Motel

Ashbury Park Motel
4.0 star property
Waimataitai
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (302 reviews)
"Clean and quiet"
United States
Kim
The price is ฿2,576
฿2,962 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Mar - 19 Mar
Ashbury Park Motel
Pillow-top beds, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Bay City Motor Lodge

Bay City Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
Maori Hill
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (70 reviews)
"The room was spotless and very comfortable. Check in and out was painless with being notified beforehand what our room number was and a drop box to drop key in on leaving."
Australia
Pamela
The price is ฿3,331
฿3,831 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Mar - 10 Mar
Bay City Motor Lodge
Free WiFi, bed sheets

Aaron Court Motel

Aaron Court Motel
2.0 star property
Maori Hill
7.0 out of 10, Good, (114 reviews)
"Great budget accomodation"
Australia
Rachael
The price is ฿1,589
฿1,828 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Mar - 19 Mar
Aaron Court Motel
Dining

Comfort Hotel Benvenue

Comfort Hotel Benvenue
3.5 star property
Maori Hill
7.8 out of 10, Good, (176 reviews)
"Staff were so helpful"
Australia
Gillian
The price is ฿2,570
฿2,956 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Feb - 28 Feb
Comfort Hotel Benvenue
Exterior

Coastal Ridge Apartments

Coastal Ridge Apartments
3.5 star property
Kensington
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (103 reviews)
"Very friendly staff, clean room, easy parking, good location."
Australia
YING
The price is ฿3,781
฿4,348 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Mar - 9 Mar
Coastal Ridge Apartments
Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchen (apartment 9) | WiFi, wheelchair access

Blue Dolphin Motel

Blue Dolphin Motel
3.5 star property
Maori Hill
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (162 reviews)
"Great location. Clean rooms and everything you need in the kitchen."
United States
Meral
The price is ฿2,247
฿2,863 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Mar - 9 Mar
Blue Dolphin Motel
Reception

Cedar Lodge Motel

Cedar Lodge Motel
3.0 star property
Kensington
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (127 reviews)
"Great place to stay for short term"
United States
AYELEN
The price is ฿2,858
฿3,287 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Feb - 28 Feb
Cedar Lodge Motel
Apartment, 3 Bedrooms | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker

Aspen on King Motel

Aspen on King Motel
4.5 star property
Parkside
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (564 reviews)
"Extremely spacious rooms, extremely helpful staff, close to amenities, fantastic playground for kids on site. Lots of room and parking."
Australia
Anthony McGrath
The price is ฿3,457
฿3,975 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Mar - 6 Mar
Aspen on King Motel
Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Baywatch Motor Lodge

Baywatch Motor Lodge
4.0 star property
Maori Hill
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (124 reviews)
"Room immaculate, hosts lovely "
Australia
Louise
The price is ฿3,532
฿4,062 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Mar - 6 Mar
Baywatch Motor Lodge
Mini-fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Fitzgerald on King

Fitzgerald on King
2.5 star property
Parkside
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (74 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
Australia
Alistair
The price is ฿3,290
฿3,784 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Mar - 9 Mar
Fitzgerald on King
Garden

Phoenix Motel

Phoenix Motel
4.0 star property
Temuka
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (116 reviews)
"Clean rooms and fully equipped "
Germany
Dominik
The price is ฿2,922
฿3,360 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Mar - 2 Mar
Phoenix Motel
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Where to stay in Timaru

Find the best Timaru areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Timaru
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D NZ Timaru Port Cape Pan

Timaru Central

If you're spending some time in Timaru Central, South Canterbury Museum and Te Ana Maori Rock Art Centre are top sights worth seeing.

Maori Hill

While visiting Maori Hill, you might make a stop by sights like Ashbury Park and Caroline Bay Beach.

Waimataitai

While visiting Waimataitai, you might make a stop by sights like Ashbury Park and Dashing Rocks Beach.

Seaview

Though Seaview may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like South Canterbury Museum and Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden.

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Parkside

While Parkside isn't home to many top sights, South Canterbury Museum and Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden are some notable places to visit nearby.

Stay near popular Timaru attractions

Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden

4.4/5 (33 reviews)
You can find out about the history of Timaru with a visit to Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden. Visit the area's spas or simply enjoy its bars.
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Caroline Bay Beach

4.5/5 (139 reviews)
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Caroline Bay Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Timaru Port.
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Learn more about Timaru

Nestled along a picturesque coastline, Caroline Bay Beach invites visitors to swim and relax before exploring the fascinating South Canterbury Museum. Wander through the fragrant Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden or spot native birds at Washdyke Lagoon Wildlife Refuge for a perfect blend of culture and nature.

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Top Timaru Hotel Reviews

Asure Ashley Motor Lodge

Asure Ashley Motor Lodge

10/10 Excellent
"Clean room. Polite staff"
Maria 2-night trip
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Asure Ashley Motor Lodge

More cheap stays in Timaru

Aaron Court Motel

Aaron Court Motel

27 Evans St Timaru Canterbury
The price is ฿1,589 per night from 18 Mar to 19 Mar
฿1,589
฿1,828 total
18 Mar - 19 Mar
includes taxes & fees
7/10 Good! (114 reviews)

Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to stay in Timaru?
Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge is a favourite choice with Expedia customers. Traveller reviews also recommend Harbour View Motel and ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge as top options for your visit. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in Timaru.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Timaru, will I receive a refund?
Yes! Most room reservations are refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your arrival date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Timaru.
What's the best place to stay on a budget in Timaru?
Based on our traveller reviews, Stay Timaru is a top choice for a less expensive stay. View all budget hotels in Timaru.
What's the best family accommodation in Timaru?
Comfort Hotel Benvenue is a hotel with a restaurant and laundry facilities, and it's a top choice on Expedia for families. Cedar Lodge Motel is another good option for your child-friendly holiday. Find more child-friendly accommodations in Timaru.
What is the top LGBTQ-friendly place to stay in Timaru?
Aspen on King Motel is one of the top choices for those in the LGBT community. See all available hotels listed as LGBTQ-friendly in Timaru.
What's the best dog-friendly accommodation option in Timaru?
The Sanctuary Beach Side is a top guest house for people travelling with their pets, and offers laundry facilities and free WiFi for its human guests. Other good options to stay with your pet include Anchor Motel and The Coast Motel. See more pet-friendly hotel accommodations in Timaru.
What is the best spa hotel in Timaru?
Stay Timaru is a top spa hotel with 14 rooms, free WiFi and laundry facilities. See all spa hotels in Timaru.
What's it like staying in Timaru?
Luxury-minded travellers will find upscale places to stay in Timaru, and many visitors will definitely appreciate the bars and spas. Tourists can also enjoy so much more including its waterfront. In Timaru, there are 34 hotels and other accommodation options to choose from. Find out more about Timaru.
What are the top places to visit in Timaru?
Landmarks like Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden, Timaru Lighthouse and Botanic Gardens might be worth a visit. Natural beauty is on display at Caroline Bay Beach, Ashbury Park and Washdyke Lagoon Wildlife Refuge. A couple of additional sights to add to your itinerary are South Canterbury Museum and DB Brewery. Take a look at what more there is to see and do in Expedia's Timaru guide.
How should I get around Timaru?
If you want to explore the larger area, hop aboard a train at Timaru Station. If you want to venture out around the area, you may want a rental car in Timaru for your journey.
What's the seasonal weather in Timaru?
The hottest months are usually February and January, with an average temperature of 7°C, while the coldest months are July and August, with an average of -3°C. The rainiest months in Timaru are May, September, December and July, with each month seeing an average of 360 mm of rainfall.

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