A coastal city with a beach, port, and industrial area.

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Recommended hotels in Timaru

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1. The Grosvenor

The Grosvenor
3.0 star property
Timaru Central
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (849 reviews)
"Loved my stay. Great hotel with lovely rooms."
Australia
Ants
$88 nightly
The price is $102
Aug 25 - Aug 26
Total with taxes and fees
The Grosvenor
Deluxe Studio, Ocean View | In-room safe, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, soundproofing

2. The Sea Breeze

The Sea Breeze
2.0 star property
Timaru Central
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (12 reviews)
"Clean tidy & good value"
Australia
Brett
$117 nightly
The price is $136
Aug 21 - Aug 22
Total with taxes and fees
The Sea Breeze
Five Bedroom House | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, electric kettle, toaster

3. Anchor Motel

Anchor Motel
2.5 star property
Maori Hill
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (228 reviews)
"Nice clean tidy accommodation, very helpful and pleasant owners."
Australia
John
$47 nightly
The price is $55
Aug 27 - Aug 28
Total with taxes and fees
Anchor Motel
Superior One Bedroom Suite | Balcony view

4. Panorama Motor Lodge

Panorama Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
Timaru Central
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (137 reviews)
"Lovely spacious room in a great location. Would stay again in an instant"
Australia
Ele
$106 nightly
The price is $122
Sep 9 - Sep 10
Total with taxes and fees
Panorama Motor Lodge
One Bedroom Family Unit with Kitchen | Iron/ironing board, WiFi (free), bed sheets

5. Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru

Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru
3.5 star property
Waimataitai
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (278 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
$74 nightly
The price is $87
Aug 14 - Aug 15
Total with taxes and fees
Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru
Reception

6. Cedar Lodge Motel

Cedar Lodge Motel
3.0 star property
Kensington
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (134 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
$95 nightly
The price is $109
Aug 14 - Aug 15
Total with taxes and fees
Cedar Lodge Motel
Front of property

7. Ashbury Park Motel

Ashbury Park Motel
4.0 star property
Waimataitai
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (308 reviews)
"Good place to stay"
Australia
Jared
$79 nightly
The price is $93
Aug 13 - Aug 14
Total with taxes and fees
Ashbury Park Motel
Superior Studio with Seaview | Desk, iron/ironing board, cribs (free), WiFi (free)

8. Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge

Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge
4.0 star property
Maori Hill
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (147 reviews)
"Excellent stay!"
Canada
Ivica
$111 nightly
The price is $131
Sep 5 - Sep 6
Total with taxes and fees
Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge
One Bedroom Suite | Laptop workspace, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

9. Harbour View Motel

Harbour View Motel
2.5 star property
Maori Hill
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (128 reviews)
"Great location, cool view of the port"
Australia
Thomas
$98 nightly
The price is $114
Aug 13 - Aug 14
Total with taxes and fees
Harbour View Motel
Dining

10. Comfort Hotel Benvenue

Comfort Hotel Benvenue
3.5 star property
Maori Hill
7.8 out of 10, Good, (183 reviews)
"Comfortable and clean. Very handy location."
Australia
Jude
$86 nightly
The price is $99
Aug 15 - Aug 16
Total with taxes and fees
Comfort Hotel Benvenue
WiFi (free), bed sheets

11. Aaron Court Motel

Aaron Court Motel
2.0 star property
Maori Hill
6.8 out of 10, (140 reviews)
"Easy to get to and been able to drive around, park at the property."
Australia
Peter
$51 nightly
The price is $59
Aug 18 - Aug 19
Total with taxes and fees
Aaron Court Motel
Executive Studio with Spa | Laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, cribs (surcharge), WiFi (free)

12. Asure Ashley Motor Lodge

Asure Ashley Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
Kensington
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
$98 nightly
The price is $113
Aug 16 - Aug 17
Total with taxes and fees
Asure Ashley Motor Lodge
Apartment, 3 Bedrooms | Private kitchen | Coffee/tea maker, fridge, microwave, stovetop

13. Aspen on King Motel

Aspen on King Motel
4.5 star property
Parkside
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (570 reviews)
"Very nice and quiet place to stay. We would definitely stay there again."
Australia
Rodney
$99 nightly
The price is $114
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Total with taxes and fees
Aspen on King Motel
Executive Studio | Private kitchenette | Fridge, microwave, stovetop, electric kettle

14. ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge

ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
Parkside
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (287 reviews)
"Great place to stay. "
Australia
Sheryl lee
$95 nightly
The price is $110
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Total with taxes and fees
ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge
Exterior

15. Coastal Ridge Apartments

Coastal Ridge Apartments
3.5 star property
Kensington
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (109 reviews)
"One of the bests stays I’ve experienced, ticks all the boxes and then some.. thank you !"
Australia
Sarah
$99 nightly
The price is $114
Aug 14 - Aug 15
Total with taxes and fees
Coastal Ridge Apartments
Studio with Seaview | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free)

16. Baywatch Motor Lodge

Baywatch Motor Lodge
4.0 star property
Maori Hill
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (129 reviews)
"Great motel with good size room and kitchenette. It was hard to heat the room but we had an enjoyable stay"
Australia
Sally
$101 nightly
The price is $117
Aug 13 - Aug 14
Total with taxes and fees
Baywatch Motor Lodge
Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace

17. Bay City Motor Lodge

Bay City Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
Maori Hill
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (82 reviews)
"Parking very easy great place to stay "
New Zealand
Nick
$84 nightly
The price is $98
Aug 13 - Aug 14
Total with taxes and fees
Bay City Motor Lodge
Property entrance

18. The Fort. Timaru

The Fort. Timaru
3.0 star property
Timaru Central
7.6 out of 10, Good, (22 reviews)
"Backpacker style accommodation at premium rate."
New Zealand
Wayne
$60 nightly
The price is $69
Aug 17 - Aug 18
Total with taxes and fees
The Fort. Timaru
Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchen (apartment 9) | WiFi (surcharge)

19. Blue Dolphin Motel

Blue Dolphin Motel
3.5 star property
Maori Hill
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (170 reviews)
"Clean and tidy great location great hosts "
Australia
Judith
$79 nightly
The price is $91
Sep 2 - Sep 3
Total with taxes and fees
Blue Dolphin Motel
Sports bar

20. Northpark Motel

Northpark Motel
3.5 star property
Washdyke
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (80 reviews)
"Clean room friendly staff"
Australia
Cattareeya
$75 nightly
The price is $87
Aug 28 - Aug 29
Total with taxes and fees
Northpark Motel
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Top Timaru Hotel Reviews

Asure Ashley Motor Lodge

Asure Ashley Motor Lodge

10/10 Excellent
"Very clean, comfy beds, large, warm, spacious units. Had all amenities needed for an overnight stay or longer. Heat pump was great. Spa bath was lovely and worked. Was great having TV's in both bedrooms as well as in the lounge."
Jude 1-night trip
Posted 4 hours ago
Asure Ashley Motor Lodge

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Timaru Hostels information

Number of reviews
3,457
Accommodation
1 Hostels
Lowest Price
$55
Highest Price
$136

Frequently asked questions

Should I stay in a hostel in Timaru?
Hostels are a great way to stay for a good value, so you can save your money for going out. If you're hoping to treat your taste buds while you're here, you can check out the bars.
What is a hostel?
No two hostels look exactly the same, but these dormitory-style accommodations all have shared rooms (though many have private options too), low prices, and a social environment.
What are the best hostels in Timaru?
While you're deciding on where to stay, check out this top hostel in Timaru: Stay Timaru - You can take advantage of free WiFi and free parking, as well as laundry facilities. Rooms come with towels, showers, and bed sheets.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Timaru?
The weather is important when you're experiencing new places, so here's some information about the seasons: The hottest months are usually February and January with an average temp of 45°F, while the coldest months are July and August with an average of 27°F. The rainiest months in Timaru are May, September, December, and July, with each month seeing an average of 14 inches of rainfall.
What is there to see and do in Timaru?
Depending on your interests, you might like to explore the area around Timaru. Get out into nature with places like Caroline Bay Beach, Ashbury Park, and Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden. Cultural attractions include South Canterbury Museum. Visit landmarks like Timaru Lighthouse.
What's the best way to get to and around Timaru while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in and around Timaru in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is Timaru (TIU-Richard Pearse), located 6.7 mi (10.7 km) from the city center. After you've arrived, you may want to use public transit during your trip. If you're looking to explore more of the area, head over to Timaru Station to catch a train.

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