Title: The Best 3 Star Hotels in Timaru from $91 | Expedia.com

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## Check availability on Timaru 3 Star Hotels

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## Our top choices for Timaru 3-star hotels

![Executive Studio | Private kitchenette | Fridge, microwave, stovetop, electric kettle](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2510000/2506500/2506498/a9f5197b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Balcony view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2510000/2506500/2506498/7672d9f8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Executive 1 Bedroom Spa | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, stovetop, electric kettle](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2510000/2506500/2506498/b8f709de.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2510000/2506500/2506498/9247a687.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge

[](https://www.expedia.com/Timaru-Hotels-Avenue-Motor-Lodge.h2506498.Hotel-Information)

Parkside

9.4/10

Exceptional

(275 reviews)

"Huge clean room, great amenities in the kitchen and very nice staff. "

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Colleen

$108 nightly

$125 total

Mar 1 - Mar 2

Total with taxes and fees

[](https://www.expedia.com/Timaru-Hotels-Avenue-Motor-Lodge.h2506498.Hotel-Information)

![Individually decorated, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20110000/20104600/20104502/9f18d557.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20110000/20104600/20104502/308254ac.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![One Bedroom (Sleeps 3) | Living area | LCD TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20110000/20104600/20104502/0c8c23e4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20110000/20104600/20104502/d89a68b5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Andorra Motel

[](https://www.expedia.com/Geraldine-Hotels-Andorra-Motel.h20104502.Hotel-Information)

Geraldine

9.6/10

Exceptional

(294 reviews)

"Wonderful, helpful and accommodating when we were looking for accommodation at short notice. Pristine and when one is cold the electric blanket was a lifesaver ;))"

![United Kingdom](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/uk.svg)

Colette

$103 nightly

$119 total

Mar 1 - Mar 2

Total with taxes and fees

[](https://www.expedia.com/Geraldine-Hotels-Andorra-Motel.h20104502.Hotel-Information)

![Breakfast, lunch and dinner served](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9625400/9625343/3e1de2bd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9625400/9625343/50e6371d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9625400/9625343/e0fcbeea.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Casino](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9625400/9625343/da1dfeb3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### The Grosvenor

[](https://www.expedia.com/Timaru-Hotels-The-Grosvenor.h9625343.Hotel-Information)

Timaru Central

7.8/10

Good

(821 reviews)

"Everything was perfect and the room very clean A most enjoyable stay"

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

Richard

$90 nightly

$104 total

Mar 1 - Mar 2

Total with taxes and fees

[](https://www.expedia.com/Timaru-Hotels-The-Grosvenor.h9625343.Hotel-Information)

![One Bedroom Family Unit with Kitchen | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2600000/2593000/2592958/1d3e34b8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![View from property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2600000/2593000/2592958/d5ac8a92.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2600000/2593000/2592958/41c578a2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Balcony](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2600000/2593000/2592958/2320690e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru

[](https://www.expedia.com/Timaru-Hotels-Parklands-Motor-Lodge.h2592958.Hotel-Information)

Waimataitai

8.6/10

Excellent

(258 reviews)

"Staff great friendly room tidy"

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

Jaroslav

$81 nightly

$94 total

Mar 13 - Mar 14

Total with taxes and fees

[](https://www.expedia.com/Timaru-Hotels-Parklands-Motor-Lodge.h2592958.Hotel-Information)

![Superior One Bedroom Suite | Balcony view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17870000/17863900/17863877/63044ea3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Deluxe One Bedroom Suite | Blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17870000/17863900/17863877/80a3e233.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Internal studio | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17870000/17863900/17863877/0a4e9d44.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Accessible studio | Blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17870000/17863900/17863877/91904cfe.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Panorama Motor Lodge

[](https://www.expedia.com/Timaru-Hotels-Panorama-Motor-Lodge.h17863877.Hotel-Information)

Timaru Central

8.8/10

Excellent

(123 reviews)

"Very clean and spacious"

![Canada](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/ca.svg)

Peter

$111 nightly

$127 total

Mar 1 - Mar 2

Total with taxes and fees

[](https://www.expedia.com/Timaru-Hotels-Panorama-Motor-Lodge.h17863877.Hotel-Information)

![Executive Studio with Spa | Laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3650000/3644200/3644136/2f0b7552.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Executive Studio with Spa | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, stovetop, electric kettle](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3650000/3644200/3644136/e80a07aa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3650000/3644200/3644136/9c8dced6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3650000/3644200/3644136/467c2d1b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Asure Ashley Motor Lodge

[](https://www.expedia.com/Timaru-Hotels-Asure-Ashley-Motor-Lodge.h3644136.Hotel-Information)

Kensington

9.4/10

Exceptional

(174 reviews)

"A lovely, comfortable, spacious place to stay."

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

Debra

$109 nightly

$125 total

Feb 26 - Feb 27

Total with taxes and fees

[](https://www.expedia.com/Timaru-Hotels-Asure-Ashley-Motor-Lodge.h3644136.Hotel-Information)

![View from property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9629300/9629209/46eb7104.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9629300/9629209/03e814b4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9629300/9629209/f23a6bdd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Upstairs Studio Unit with Balcony | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9629300/9629209/15f51d45.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Geraldine Motels

[](https://www.expedia.com/Geraldine-Hotels-Geraldine-Motels.h9629209.Hotel-Information)

Geraldine

8.8/10

Excellent

(353 reviews)

"Large rooms, clean and comfortable, in nice spot next to the river."

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Jared

$97 nightly

$112 total

Mar 1 - Mar 2

Total with taxes and fees

[](https://www.expedia.com/Geraldine-Hotels-Geraldine-Motels.h9629209.Hotel-Information)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20160000/20157900/20157828/7d4dd3f1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Executive Studio | Blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20160000/20157900/20157828/b4464370.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![One Bedroom Apartment | Private kitchenette | Fridge, microwave, stovetop, espresso maker](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20160000/20157900/20157828/0d98f327.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Executive Studio | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20160000/20157900/20157828/1f896c71.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Coastal Ridge Apartments

[](https://www.expedia.com/Timaru-Hotels-Coastal-Ridge-Apartments.h20157828.Hotel-Information)

Kensington

9.6/10

Exceptional

(103 reviews)

"Very friendly staff, clean room, easy parking, good location."

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

YING

$120 nightly

$139 total

Mar 8 - Mar 9

Total with taxes and fees

[](https://www.expedia.com/Timaru-Hotels-Coastal-Ridge-Apartments.h20157828.Hotel-Information)

![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3770000/3762400/3762351/bc4400b5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Efficiency, Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking | Minibar, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3770000/3762400/3762351/268de573.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3770000/3762400/3762351/1a62835a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3770000/3762400/3762351/bb0dbc0f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Comfort Hotel Benvenue

[](https://www.expedia.com/Timaru-Hotels-Comfort-Hotel-Benvenue.h3762351.Hotel-Information)

Maori Hill

7.8/10

Good

(175 reviews)

"Staff were so helpful"

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

Gillian

$79 nightly

$91 total

Mar 15 - Mar 16

Total with taxes and fees

[](https://www.expedia.com/Timaru-Hotels-Comfort-Hotel-Benvenue.h3762351.Hotel-Information)

![Sports bar](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9625300/9625227/a20093de.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Standard Studio  | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9625300/9625227/1c728283.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Superior Studio | Shared kitchen facilities | Fridge, microwave, electric kettle](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9625300/9625227/2b657625.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Property entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9625300/9625227/0af8f5ad.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Northpark Motel

[](https://www.expedia.com/Timaru-Hotels-Northpark-Motel.h9625227.Hotel-Information)

Washdyke

8.4/10

Very Good

(68 reviews)

"Really convenient, great staff and plenty of dinning options. "

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

Ross

$92 nightly

$107 total

Mar 1 - Mar 2

Total with taxes and fees

[](https://www.expedia.com/Timaru-Hotels-Northpark-Motel.h9625227.Hotel-Information)

![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20160000/20157900/20157821/8e736275.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Studio Queen | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20160000/20157900/20157821/c30ca98b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Standard One Bedroom Unit | Private kitchenette | Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20160000/20157900/20157821/90c93859.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Two Bedroom Unit | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20160000/20157900/20157821/41c6ccc8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Cedar Lodge Motel

[](https://www.expedia.com/Timaru-Hotels-Cedar-Lodge-Motel.h20157821.Hotel-Information)

Kensington

9.4/10

Exceptional

(126 reviews)

"Great place to stay for short term"

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

AYELEN

$96 nightly

$110 total

Mar 1 - Mar 2

Total with taxes and fees

[](https://www.expedia.com/Timaru-Hotels-Cedar-Lodge-Motel.h20157821.Hotel-Information)

![Pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27560000/27559000/27558987/a5e41ec1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Point of interest](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27560000/27559000/27558987/39386dd7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Point of interest](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27560000/27559000/27558987/f1f6b8c9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Point of interest](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27560000/27559000/27558987/fe8316b8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Bay City Motor Lodge

[](https://www.expedia.com/Timaru-Hotels-Bay-City-Motor-Lodge.h27558987.Hotel-Information)

Maori Hill

8.4/10

Very Good

(69 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](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

Pamela

$107 nightly

$123 total

Feb 26 - Feb 27

Total with taxes and fees

[](https://www.expedia.com/Timaru-Hotels-Bay-City-Motor-Lodge.h27558987.Hotel-Information)

![Superior House, 3 Bedrooms, City View | Living area | Flat-screen TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9626100/9626094/057e48a5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Standard Studio, Non Smoking (Studio 3 sleeps 2) | Premium bedding, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9626100/9626094/6475e044.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Superior House, 3 Bedrooms, City View | Private kitchen | Microwave, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle, toaster](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9626100/9626094/7db5a87c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Superior House, 3 Bedrooms, City View | Living area | Flat-screen TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9626100/9626094/e0d7fa59.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### The Coast Motel

[](https://www.expedia.com/Timaru-Hotels-Homestead-Lodge-Motel.h9626094.Hotel-Information)

Maori Hill

7.8/10

Good

(156 reviews)

"Nice hotel with and a good check-in. "

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Gloria

[](https://www.expedia.com/Timaru-Hotels-Homestead-Lodge-Motel.h9626094.Hotel-Information)

![Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchen (apartment 9) | WiFi, wheelchair access](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9626400/9626336/e023fb6d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9626400/9626336/356084f9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Property entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9626400/9626336/806ba727.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![WiFi, wheelchair access](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9626400/9626336/d48798cf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Blue Dolphin Motel

[](https://www.expedia.com/Timaru-Hotels-Blue-Dolphin-Motel.h9626336.Hotel-Information)

Maori Hill

8.0/10

Very Good

(162 reviews)

"Great location. Clean rooms and everything you need in the kitchen."

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Meral

$80 nightly

$92 total

Mar 8 - Mar 9

Total with taxes and fees

[](https://www.expedia.com/Timaru-Hotels-Blue-Dolphin-Motel.h9626336.Hotel-Information)

![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20060000/20056300/20056280/35f3b8ca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![View from property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20060000/20056300/20056280/6d61baf6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20060000/20056300/20056280/d5188e6e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Property entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20060000/20056300/20056280/e480ba40.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Riverstone House

[](https://www.expedia.com/Geraldine-Downs-Hotels-Riverstone-House.h20056280.Hotel-Information)

Geraldine Downs

9.8/10

Exceptional

(67 reviews)

"The owners were awesome. "

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Bettina

$96 nightly

$111 total

Mar 3 - Mar 4

Total with taxes and fees

[](https://www.expedia.com/Geraldine-Downs-Hotels-Riverstone-House.h20056280.Hotel-Information)

![Property entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113650000/113647900/113647837/2ae10a39.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Interior entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113650000/113647900/113647837/c604c72b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

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### The Fort. Timaru

[](https://www.expedia.com/Timaru-Hotels-The-Fort-Timaru.h113647837.Hotel-Information)

Timaru Central

8.0/10

Very Good

(10 reviews)

"Great place, close to town"

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Steve

$80 nightly

$92 total

Feb 26 - Feb 27

Total with taxes and fees

[](https://www.expedia.com/Timaru-Hotels-The-Fort-Timaru.h113647837.Hotel-Information)

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### The Sanctuary Beach Side

[](https://www.expedia.com/Timaru-Hotels-The-Sanctuary-Beach-Side.h21575107.Hotel-Information)

Maori Hill

7.8/10

Good

(16 reviews)

"Lovely and warm. "

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Leanne

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### Glenmark Holiday Park

[](https://www.expedia.com/Fairview-Hotels-Glenmark-Holiday-Park.h75967435.Hotel-Information)

Fairview

7.4/10

Good

(3 reviews)

"Excellent"

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Joseph

[](https://www.expedia.com/Fairview-Hotels-Glenmark-Holiday-Park.h75967435.Hotel-Information)

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### Serenity Motel

[](https://www.expedia.com/Pleasant-Point-Hotels-Serenity-Guest-House-Motel.h39600491.Hotel-Information)

Pleasant Point

8.0/10

Very Good

(5 reviews)

"Nice little spot, bathroom was a but of a funny setup, but all workable."

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Anonymous traveler

[](https://www.expedia.com/Pleasant-Point-Hotels-Serenity-Guest-House-Motel.h39600491.Hotel-Information)

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### The Ocean Breeze Suites

[](https://www.expedia.com/Timaru-Hotels-The-Ocean-Breeze-Suites.h32732762.Hotel-Information)

Maori Hill

6.6/10

(4 reviews)

"The whole experience was very bizarre. We couldn’t get a hold of the hotel to confirm check in (as mention on our itinerary it was essential to do) however none of the numbers provided worked, finally got thru via email and I was told someone would be there at 5\. But our check in stated from 3\. We arrived at 3 hoping we could get checked in only to be told by a lady eating chips on the porch that they “decided 3pm would be too early so changed it to 5pm but on your booking it will still say 3...

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Nic

[](https://www.expedia.com/Timaru-Hotels-The-Ocean-Breeze-Suites.h32732762.Hotel-Information)

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### Aspen on King Motel

51 King Street Timaru 

$95 nightly

$110 total

Mar 10 - Mar 11

Total with taxes and fees

8.8/10 Excellent! (563 reviews)

[](https://expedia.com/Timaru-Hotels-Aspen-On-King-Motel.h9624908.Hotel-Information)

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### Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge

10 Wai-Iti Rd Timaru 

$125 nightly

$145 total

Mar 1 - Mar 2

Total with taxes and fees

9.6/10 Exceptional! (140 reviews)

[](https://expedia.com/Timaru-Hotels-Bay-Viaduct-Motor-Lodge.h35542681.Hotel-Information)

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### Baywatch Motor Lodge

7 Evans Street Timaru 

$113 nightly

$131 total

Mar 1 - Mar 2

Total with taxes and fees

8.6/10 Excellent! (124 reviews)

[](https://expedia.com/Timaru-Hotels-Baywatch-Motor-Lodge.h6953082.Hotel-Information)

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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

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### The Grosvenor

10/10 Excellent

"Room was spacious and clean. Central location with great off street parking. "

[](https://expedia.com/Timaru-Hotels-The-Grosvenor.h9625343.Hotel-Information)

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### ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Everything was good. "

[](https://expedia.com/Timaru-Hotels-Avenue-Motor-Lodge.h2506498.Hotel-Information)

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### The Fort. Timaru

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent facilities. Prompt responses from Host. "

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### Asure Ashley Motor Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Friendly staff, very clean, comfy beds. Not my first time there."

[](https://expedia.com/Timaru-Hotels-Asure-Ashley-Motor-Lodge.h3644136.Hotel-Information)

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### Bay City Motor Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"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."

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### Panorama Motor Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Terrific accomodation! Very friendly and efficient receptionist. Large apartment with beautiful bay view and balcony. Free on-site parking. Laundry room for guests. Excellent restaurants located next to Panorama Motor Lodge property. Bonus:"Bay Hill" park across the street provides huge area for safe jogging and recreation/relaxation. We were especially thrilled to see several Blue Penguins march onto shore during nesting season. Highly recommend this property!"

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### Cedar Lodge Motel

10/10 Excellent

"Very, very helpful for handicap assessability."

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## Find out more about Timaru

## Three Star Hotel Guide for Timaru

There’s a reason the top 3 star hotels in Timaru, Canterbury are so incredibly popular: They combine comforting amenities and just-for-you service with some of the best rates and discounts the area has to offer. When you book a stay at a three star hotel in Timaru, you’ll get access to perfect little perks like on-site restaurants and cocktail bars, well-appointed fitness centers, and spacious rooms.

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