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A room with a leather sofa, sheer curtains, and a view of a balcony.

A modern kitchen with a dining area, featuring a central island, dark cabinetry, and a stainless steel range hood.

A modern office space with two transparent chairs and a black desk.

A multi-story hotel with a central courtyard, multiple balconies, and a covered entrance.

1. Harbour View Motel

Maori Hill, 3.1 km from Washdyke Lagoon Wildlife Refuge

Thomas

฿3,455

฿3,973 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a desk, and a view of the street.

A covered garden area with a central fountain, surrounded by benches and well-maintained hedges.

A beach with clear turquoise water and a sandy shore.

A serene pond surrounded by lush greenery and trees.

2. Bay City Motor Lodge

Maori Hill, 3.1 km from Washdyke Lagoon Wildlife Refuge

Nick

฿2,808

฿3,229 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a view of the beach.

A coastal residential area with houses, a sandy beach, and people engaging in water activities.

A patio with a bench and potted plants, overlooking a beach and ocean.

A view from a window with a table and chairs, overlooking a body of water and distant buildings.

3. Baywatch Motor Lodge

Maori Hill, 3 km from Washdyke Lagoon Wildlife Refuge

Ross

฿3,491

฿4,015 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a TV on a stand, a desk with a chair, and a window with curtains.

A two-story building with a green roof and a covered porch, located at a street corner with a clear blue sky and scattered clouds.

A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a chair. There is a painting on the wall and a window with curtains.

A parking lot with a building in the background.

4. Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru

Waimataitai, 2.8 km from Washdyke Lagoon Wildlife Refuge

Zoe

฿2,596

฿2,985 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

A building with a sign indicating a vacancy.

A living room with a sofa, a dining table with chairs, a TV, and a small table with a bowl.

A compact living space with a kitchenette, a dining area, and a seating area with a sofa and chairs.

A motel sign indicating a vacancy, with an entrance via Pringle St.

5. Ashbury Park Motel

Waimataitai, 2.3 km from Washdyke Lagoon Wildlife Refuge

Jared

฿2,972

฿3,418 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

A compact kitchen with a central island, a sink, and a stove. There are two bar stools and a dining table.

A compact living space with a kitchenette, a dining area, a seating area with a coffee table, and a television.

An outdoor deck with a glass-top table and metal chairs, surrounded by a wooden fence.

A compact hotel room with a kitchenette, a sofa, a small table, and a TV.

6. Anchor Motel

Maori Hill, 2.9 km from Washdyke Lagoon Wildlife Refuge

Frances

฿2,506

฿2,881 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

A conference room with tables and chairs, large windows, and a view of the outdoors.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with a view of a cityscape.

A hotel room with two beds, a dining table, a ceiling fan, and a large window with a view.

A modern waiting area with comfortable seating, large windows, and a reception desk.

7. Comfort Hotel Benvenue

Maori Hill, 3 km from Washdyke Lagoon Wildlife Refuge

Helen

฿2,197

฿2,527 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A modern hotel room with a sofa, a small bed, a TV, and a balcony with a view.

A kitchen with a stainless steel refrigerator, a microwave, and an oven.

A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a window with curtains, and a view of greenery outside.

8. The Coast Motel

Maori Hill, 3 km from Washdyke Lagoon Wildlife Refuge

Julie

฿2,966

฿3,411 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A neatly made bed with patterned bedding and a dark-colored pillow.

A motel sign with a 'No Vacancy' notice, a digital TV service sign, and a price range for rooms.

A compact kitchen with a refrigerator, oven, and cabinets.

A building with multiple garages and a red staircase leading to a balcony.

9. Aaron Court Motel

Maori Hill, 2.9 km from Washdyke Lagoon Wildlife Refuge

mark

฿1,750

฿2,013 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

A room with a circular window overlooking a beach, a lamp, and a bed with pillows.

A modern room with a round table and six chairs, a bed, a small bedside table, and two framed pictures on the wall.

A sign welcoming to SEA BREEZE with a NO VACANCY message.

A living room with a large window, a sofa, a coffee table, and a wall-mounted artwork.

10. The Sea Breeze

Timaru Central, 3.4 km from Washdyke Lagoon Wildlife Refuge

Kurt

฿4,071

฿4,681 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a balcony with a view.

A hotel room with a bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a chair, and a window with curtains.

A reception area with a wooden counter, a clock, a framed picture, and a desk with a computer and various items.

A modern room with a dining table, chairs, a sofa, a TV, and a balcony with a view.

11. Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge

Maori Hill, 3.3 km from Washdyke Lagoon Wildlife Refuge

Robyn

฿4,146

฿4,768 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a view of greenery outside.

A balcony with a table and chairs, large sliding glass doors, and a clear view of the surrounding area.

A hallway leading to a room with a sliding glass door, a doormat with the text "It's you!", and a view of the outside through the door.

A compact kitchen with a sink, a microwave, and a refrigerator.

12. ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge

Parkside, 4.9 km from Washdyke Lagoon Wildlife Refuge

Rachael

฿3,562

฿4,096 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A coastal building with balconies, labeled "COASTAL RIDGE TIMARU LUXURY ACCOMMODATION."

A hotel room with a large window offering a city view, a bed with a patterned pillow, and a chair.

A modern apartment with a living room, dining area, and kitchen.

A modern hotel room with a kitchen area, a dining table with chairs, and a view of the outdoors.

13. Coastal Ridge Apartments

Kensington, 5.6 km from Washdyke Lagoon Wildlife Refuge

Sarah

฿3,816

฿4,389 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

A hotel room with a large bed, a chair, a balcony with a view, and a window with curtains.

A compact living space with a dining area, kitchenette, and a sofa.

A two-story house with a balcony, large windows, and an air conditioning unit.

A compact kitchen with a microwave, sink, and cabinets.

14. Asure Ashley Motor Lodge

Kensington, 5.6 km from Washdyke Lagoon Wildlife Refuge

Kyle

฿3,363

฿3,867 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A reception area with a glass door, a red door, and a stone pillar.

A compact kitchenette with a microwave, kettle, and a small refrigerator.

A compact kitchen with a microwave, sink, and cabinets. There is a dining table with chairs and a black leather sofa with orange cushions. A framed picture hangs on the wall.

A dining area with a black table, white chairs, a framed picture on the wall, and a kitchen in the background.

15. Cedar Lodge Motel

Kensington, 5.6 km from Washdyke Lagoon Wildlife Refuge

Lindsay

฿3,036

฿3,491 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A kitchen with a sink, a coffee maker, and a window with a view of greenery.

A motel with a blue and green facade, a red and white awning, and a staircase leading to a balcony.

A neatly made bed with a grey quilt, a white pillow, and a yellow accent pillow. There is a small bedside table with a lamp and a folded towel on it.

A modern living room with black leather sofas, a wooden coffee table, and a kitchen in the background.

16. Fitzgerald on King

Parkside, 5 km from Washdyke Lagoon Wildlife Refuge

Paul

฿3,920

฿4,508 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

A compact kitchen with a microwave, stove, and sink. There is a clock on the wall and a window with blinds.

A modern living room with a TV, two leather chairs, a coffee table, and a kitchen in the background.

An outdoor seating area with wicker chairs and a round table, a brick wall, and a glass door leading to a parking lot.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a microwave, and a small kitchenette.

17. Aspen on King Motel

Parkside, 5 km from Washdyke Lagoon Wildlife Refuge

Rodney

฿3,896

฿4,481 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A balcony with a glass table and chairs, overlooking a coastal area with palm trees and a clear view of the sea.

A modern kitchen with a built-in microwave, a sink, and a painting of a forest.

A modern room with a large window, a dining area, and a kitchen.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a coffee table, and a TV. There is a dining area with a table and chairs.

18. Panorama Motor Lodge

Timaru Central, 3.3 km from Washdyke Lagoon Wildlife Refuge

Ele

฿3,395

฿3,905 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A modern two-story house with a blue exterior, a front porch, and a wooden picnic table.

A compact kitchen with dark cabinets, a microwave, and a sink. There is a dining area with a table and two chairs, and a window with red curtains.

Two black leather recliner chairs with footrests, a beige wall with a power outlet, and a red floral bedspread.

A compact living space with a kitchenette, dining area, and a red sofa with floral cushions.

19. Phoenix Motel

13.9 km from Washdyke Lagoon Wildlife Refuge

Lawrence

฿3,064

฿3,524 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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

A gaming area with a large screen, comfortable seating, and slot machines.

A historic building with arched windows and a classic facade, likely a hotel, with a well-lit street in front.

A hotel lobby with wooden doors, a glass table with a vase of flowers, and a colorful wall unit.

20. The Grosvenor

Timaru Central, 3.8 km from Washdyke Lagoon Wildlife Refuge

Ants

฿2,883

฿3,316 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Washdyke Lagoon Wildlife Refuge

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Harbour View Motel	9.2 Wonderful 129 reviews	View
Bay City Motor Lodge	8.8 Excellent 85 reviews	View
Baywatch Motor Lodge	8.8 Excellent 131 reviews	View
Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru	8.6 Excellent 280 reviews	View
Ashbury Park Motel	8.6 Excellent 308 reviews	View

Top Washdyke Lagoon Wildlife Refuge Hotel Reviews

Comfort Hotel Benvenue

8/10 Good

"All good"

Asure Ashley Motor Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Great rooms and very tidy and clean. Worth every penny."

ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"N/a"

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."

The Coast Motel

10/10 Excellent

"It was easy access and the room was great."

The Sea Breeze

10/10 Excellent

"We had a fantastic stay at this apartment in Timaru. It has been recently refurbished and is beautifully presented, with everything you could possibly need for a comfortable stay. The location is excellent, just minutes from the main street, with plenty of great restaurants and cafés within easy walking distance. The apartment itself was spotlessly clean and very well equipped. The real highlight, though, was the amazing sea views. They were absolutely incredible and made the stay feel extra special. We would happily stay here again and highly recommend it to anyone visiting Timaru!"

Anchor Motel

10/10 Excellent

"Lovely for solo travellor"

Bay City Motor Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room, great view from top floor and nice to be close to mai centre."

Blue Dolphin Motel

8/10 Good

"Very road noisy, older motel"

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Washdyke Lagoon Wildlife Refuge?

Washdyke Lagoon Wildlife Refuge is located in Timaru. You'll find 40 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best hotel to stay close to Washdyke Lagoon Wildlife Refuge?

Located a short 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Washdyke Lagoon Wildlife Refuge, Northpark Motel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data. Other good choices within a few miles include Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru and Aaron Court Motel.

How many hotels are there near Washdyke Lagoon Wildlife Refuge?

Expedia has 40 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Washdyke Lagoon Wildlife Refuge.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Washdyke Lagoon Wildlife Refuge, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If your reservation is non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best deals available near Washdyke Lagoon Wildlife Refuge.

What can I see and do near Washdyke Lagoon Wildlife Refuge?

You can wander around Ashbury Park, Botanical Gardens or Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden if you want a dose of fresh air. Lounge by the water at Caroline Bay Beach and Dashing Rocks Beach. Explore nature at Patiti Point and Otipua Wetland.

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Our top choices for Washdyke Lagoon Wildlife Refuge hotels

1. Harbour View Motel

2. Bay City Motor Lodge

3. Baywatch Motor Lodge

4. Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru

5. Ashbury Park Motel

6. Anchor Motel

7. Comfort Hotel Benvenue

8. The Coast Motel

9. Aaron Court Motel

10. The Sea Breeze

11. Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge

12. ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge

13. Coastal Ridge Apartments

14. Asure Ashley Motor Lodge

15. Cedar Lodge Motel

16. Fitzgerald on King

17. Aspen on King Motel

18. Panorama Motor Lodge

19. Phoenix Motel

20. The Grosvenor

Compare popular hotels close to Washdyke Lagoon Wildlife Refuge

Top Washdyke Lagoon Wildlife Refuge Hotel Reviews

Comfort Hotel Benvenue

Asure Ashley Motor Lodge

ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge

Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge

The Coast Motel

The Sea Breeze

Anchor Motel

Bay City Motor Lodge

Blue Dolphin Motel

Other attractions near Washdyke Lagoon Wildlife Refuge

Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden

DB Brewery

Dashing Rocks Beach

Ashbury Park

Timaru Lighthouse

Caroline Bay Beach

Aigantighe Art Gallery

South Canterbury Museum

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