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

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

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

A hotel room with a large bed, two leather chairs, a balcony with a view of buildings and greenery.

1. Asure Ashley Motor Lodge

Kensington

Kyle

$99 nightly

$114 total

Oct 24 - Oct 25

Total with taxes and fees

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 bedroom with a bed, two bedside tables, a lamp, and a window with blinds.

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

2. Coastal Ridge Apartments

Kensington

Sarah

$102 nightly

$119 total

Oct 23 - Oct 24

Total with taxes and fees

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

A balcony with a glass table and metal chairs, overlooking a parking area and trees.

A parking lot with a building in the background.

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.

3. Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru

Waimataitai

Zoe

$66 nightly

$78 total

Nov 6 - Nov 7

Total with taxes and fees

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.

4. Cedar Lodge Motel

Kensington

Lindsay

$94 nightly

$108 total

Nov 15 - Nov 16

Total with taxes and fees

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

A modern living room with a glass dining table, black leather sofa, and a TV in a built-in cabinet.

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

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.

5. ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge

Parkside

Rachael

$97 nightly

$112 total

Nov 1 - Nov 2

Total with taxes and fees

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 round mirror reflecting a view of a beach and ocean, with two framed photographs on the wall.

6. The Sea Breeze

Timaru Central

Kurt

$114 nightly

$132 total

Nov 1 - Nov 2

Total with taxes and fees

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 bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a wall-mounted light, a window, and a picture on the wall.

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

7. The Grosvenor

Timaru Central

Ants

$81 nightly

$94 total

Nov 15 - Nov 16

Total with taxes and fees

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

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

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

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

8. Panorama Motor Lodge

Timaru Central

David

$102 nightly

$117 total

Oct 25 - Oct 26

Total with taxes and fees

A hotel room with a bed, a window with blinds, a nightstand with a lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.

A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a small kitchenette, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

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

A building with a sign indicating a vacancy.

9. Ashbury Park Motel

Waimataitai

Jared

$70 nightly

$81 total

Oct 25 - Oct 26

Total with taxes and fees

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

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

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

A modern hotel with a reception area, multiple floors, and a sign advertising various amenities like executive suites, family units, and free WiFi.

10. Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge

Maori Hill

Stephen

$107 nightly

$126 total

Oct 29 - Oct 30

Total with taxes and fees

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

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

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

A table with a bottle of red wine and two wine glasses.

11. Baywatch Motor Lodge

Maori Hill

Nicola

$102 nightly

$120 total

Nov 19 - Nov 20

Total with taxes and fees

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 small, compact living space with a kitchenette, a sofa, a television, and a patterned rug.

12. Aaron Court Motel

Maori Hill

Rebecca

$52 nightly

$60 total

Oct 22 - Oct 23

Total with taxes and fees

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

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.

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

13. Aspen on King Motel

Parkside

Rodney

$106 nightly

$122 total

Nov 18 - Nov 19

Total with taxes and fees

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

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

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

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

14. Anchor Motel

Maori Hill

Frances

$51 nightly

$60 total

Oct 29 - Oct 30

Total with taxes and fees

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 building with a flat facade, a small garden area with rocks and plants, and a parking lot with a white car.

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

15. Harbour View Motel

Maori Hill

Thomas

$94 nightly

$108 total

Oct 22 - Oct 23

Total with taxes and fees

A building entrance with a green door, two potted plants, and a small window above the door.

A modern kitchen with a wooden table, stainless steel appliances, and a large window offering a view of the outside.

A conference room with a wooden table and black chairs, two pendant lights, a door, and a window with a view of a building.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a bench by the window, a flat-screen TV, a mirror, and a bathroom with a sink and toilet.

16. The Fort. Timaru

Timaru Central

Wayne

$67 nightly

$77 total

Nov 5 - Nov 6

Total with taxes and fees

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

A reception area with a glass desk, a vase with flowers, and a sign reading "Comfort Hotel".

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.

17. Comfort Hotel Benvenue

Maori Hill

Helen

$70 nightly

$81 total

Oct 30 - Oct 31

Total with taxes and fees

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.

18. Bay City Motor Lodge

Maori Hill

Nick

$95 nightly

$110 total

Oct 22 - Oct 23

Total with taxes and fees

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

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

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

19. The Coast Motel

Maori Hill

Julie

$80 nightly

$94 total

Oct 23 - Oct 24

Total with taxes and fees

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

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.

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

20. Fitzgerald on King

Parkside

Paul

$106 nightly

$123 total

Oct 25 - Oct 26

Total with taxes and fees

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Top Maungati Hotel Reviews

Aaron Court Motel

10/10 Excellent

"Lovely and quiet even though on the main road. We were able to check in early, which was very much appreciated. Easy parking and within walking distance to foods and the penguins."

Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Great place, very welcoming. Reception gave a map to help us plan our trip south the next day which was very useful. Oh, and within walking distance of penguin nesting across the park."

Coastal Ridge Apartments

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent"

Asure Ashley Motor Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Well above expectations. Great to have 2 separate bedrooms. Very spacious unit. Highly recommend."

Baywatch Motor Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Very nice villa with plenty of room and beds. Would happily book there again. And very reasonably priced."

The Sea Breeze

10/10 Excellent

"Great location, lovely modern and clean room with friendly staff"

Comfort Hotel Benvenue

8/10 Good

"All good"

Bay City Motor Lodge

10/10 Excellent

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

The Grosvenor

8/10 Good

"large spacious suit room. fluffy white towels. mini fridge that was silent. Brillant shower. Helpful friendly staff. Loved the lift it was like stepping back in time. Bar/restaurant staff were very helpful and fun to be around. Would stay again."

More cheap stays in Maungati

Anchor Motel

42 Evans St Timaru

$51 nightly

$60 total

Oct 29 - Oct 30

Total with taxes and fees

8/10 Very Good! (235 reviews)

Aaron Court Motel

27 Evans St Timaru Canterbury

$52 nightly

$60 total

Oct 22 - Oct 23

Total with taxes and fees

6.8/10 (145 reviews)

Harbour View Motel

8 Evans Street Timaru SOUTH ISLAND

$94 nightly

$108 total

Oct 22 - Oct 23

Total with taxes and fees

9.2/10 Wonderful! (130 reviews)

The Waimate Lodges

5-7 Timaru Road Waimate

$95 nightly

$111 total

Oct 21 - Oct 22

Total with taxes and fees

10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)

Fitzgerald on King

7-9 Princess Street Timaru

$106 nightly

$123 total

Oct 25 - Oct 26

Total with taxes and fees

The Sea Breeze

28 The Bay Hill Timaru Canterbury Region

$114 nightly

$132 total

Nov 1 - Nov 2

Total with taxes and fees

9.8/10 Exceptional! (19 reviews)

Frequently asked questions

What is the best area to stay in Maungati?

The best area to stay in Maungati is the central village area, particularly along the main road, Maungati Road.This area is the heart of Maungati, offering easy access to the few local amenities and providing a quiet base for exploring the surrounding Canterbury region. It's characterized by its open, pastoral setting with views of rolling hills and farmland. Travelers looking for a peaceful retreat will find this area provides a tranquil experience away from larger towns.For solo travelers seeking solitude and a connection with nature, staying directly in Maungati village offers a unique opportunity. You'll be close to local walking trails and can easily access scenic drives through the Canterbury Plains.

When is the best time to go to Maungati?

The best time to visit Maungati is during the summer months, from December to February, when the weather is warm and dry, ideal for outdoor activities.During this period, you can expect pleasant temperatures, typically ranging from 20°C to 25°C (68°F to 77°F), with plenty of sunshine. This is superb for exploring the local hiking trails, enjoying picnics in the scenic countryside, and visiting nearby attractions like the Maungati Scenic Reserve. Families will find this time particularly suitable for enjoying the natural beauty and engaging in outdoor adventures without the worry of inclement weather.Should you prefer cooler weather and fewer crowds, the shoulder seasons of autumn (March to May) and spring (September to November) also offer good conditions. Temperatures are milder, and the landscape is often beautiful with changing foliage in autumn or blooming flowers in spring.

Can I cancel my hotel reservation on Expedia?

You can cancel your hotel reservation on Expedia, though it depends on the cancellation policy of your booking. Most bookings are refundable if canceled within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. Be sure to check your booking confirmation for the exact cancellation policy. If free cancellation is available, you can cancel directly through your Expedia account by logging in, going to "My Trips", and selecting your reservation. To find flexible deals, filter your search by "Fully refundable property" for hotels in Maungati.

How much is the nightly rate at a Maungati hotel?

Prices for hotels in Maungati often vary, but you can find a great deal from $60 on Expedia. All sorts of factors affect price, such as the time of year or the days of the week you choose for your stay. Find the best deals by being flexible with your dates, and sort search results by "Price: low to high" for the cheapest rate.

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Our top choices for Maungati hotels

1. Asure Ashley Motor Lodge

2. Coastal Ridge Apartments

3. Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru

4. Cedar Lodge Motel

5. ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge

6. The Sea Breeze

7. The Grosvenor

8. Panorama Motor Lodge

9. Ashbury Park Motel

10. Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge

11. Baywatch Motor Lodge

12. Aaron Court Motel

13. Aspen on King Motel

14. Anchor Motel

15. Harbour View Motel

16. The Fort. Timaru

17. Comfort Hotel Benvenue

18. Bay City Motor Lodge

19. The Coast Motel

20. Fitzgerald on King

Top Maungati Hotel Reviews

Aaron Court Motel

Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge

Coastal Ridge Apartments

Asure Ashley Motor Lodge

Baywatch Motor Lodge

The Sea Breeze

Comfort Hotel Benvenue

Bay City Motor Lodge

The Grosvenor

More cheap stays in Maungati

Anchor Motel

Aaron Court Motel

Harbour View Motel

The Waimate Lodges

Fitzgerald on King

The Sea Breeze

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