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Bay City Motor Lodge

2.5 star property
Timaru motel in Maori Hill with free parking

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Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Living area | 55-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, Netflix, streaming services
Exterior
Studio | Living area | 55-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, Netflix, streaming services
Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, stovetop, electric kettle
Reception
Reviews
8.2

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi

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Map
10-14 Evans Street, Timaru, 7910
  • Popular LocationCaroline Bay Beach8 min walk
  • Popular LocationAshbury Park11 min walk
  • Popular LocationTimaru Public Hospital3 min drive
  • AirportTimaru (TIU-Richard Pearse)13 min drive

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8/10 Good

Jan 4, 2020
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Room options

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Studio, Ground Floor | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Studio, Ground Floor

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Classic Studio

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Executive Studio, Balcony | Living area | 55-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, Netflix, streaming services

Executive Studio, Balcony

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Deluxe Studio, Jetted Tub | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Deluxe Studio, Jetted Tub

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Studio | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Studio

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Detached private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 320 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
2 bedrooms
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 3 Twin Beds

View all photos for Apartment, 1 Bedroom

Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Apartment, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Timaru

Located near the beach, Bay City Motor Lodge is in Maori Hill, a neighborhood in Timaru. South Canterbury Museum and Geraldine Vintage Car and Machinery Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Timaru Lighthouse and Tuhawaiki Point Lighthouse.
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What's nearby

  • Caroline Bay Beach - 8 min walk
  • Ashbury Park - 11 min walk
  • Timaru Lighthouse - 12 min walk
  • South Canterbury Museum - 13 min walk
  • Timaru Public Hospital - 3 min drive

Getting around

  • Timaru Station - 16 min walk
  • Timaru (TIU-Richard Pearse) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Le Cren Street Takeaways - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Sukhothai Thai Restaurant & Bar - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Speights Ale House - ‬17 min walk

About this property

Bay City Motor Lodge

Motel located in Maori Hill
Bay City Motor Lodge provides laundry facilities and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this motel include:
  • Free self parking
  • Luggage storage and a front-desk safe
Room features
All guestrooms at Bay City Motor Lodge offer perks such as laptop-friendly workspaces and separate sitting areas, as well as amenities like free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Free toiletries and hair dryers
  • 55-inch flat-screen TVs with Netflix, streaming services, and premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, separate sitting areas, and refrigerators

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 55-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 7:30 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 7:30 PM
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and outdoor lighting

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

Bay City Motor Lodge Timaru
Bay City Motor Timaru
Bay City Motor Lodge Motel
Bay City Motor Lodge Timaru
Bay City Motor Lodge Motel Timaru

Frequently asked questions

Is Bay City Motor Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Bay City Motor Lodge?

As of Jun 4, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bay City Motor Lodge on Jun 7, 2024 start from $84.49, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Bay City Motor Lodge?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Bay City Motor Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 7:30 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Bay City Motor Lodge?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Bay City Motor Lodge located?

Located in Maori Hill, this motel is within a 10-minute walk of Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden and Caroline Bay Beach. Aigantighe Art Gallery and Ashbury Park are also within 15 minutes. Timaru Station is 16 minutes by foot.

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 58 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 23 out of 58 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 58 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 58 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 58 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Harry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Renata

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good! Like always
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Renata

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very good place
Very good accommodation. Unfortunately the guest in front of my room were super loud and not respectful. Although not really the motel fault.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

R D

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Place was pleasant. Unfortunately roadworks going on in the area and losing power in the morning. Would have been nice to have been advised of the power outage so that we could have made a cuppa and not feel like we had no choice but to check out early
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Renata

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Renata

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Only downside is the roadwork.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Neville

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and tidy, also convenient, only spoilt by road works restricting access to the property.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robyn Anne

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy and close spot to walk to beach and town
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pip

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely friendly owner. Convenient location, tidy unit with everything we needed.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Neil

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice Property but of our 10 day South Island tour was the most expensive encounterd I guess there must have been a Clog Dancing conference that night.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jason, Napier

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Central location - close to food and supermarket. Lovely staff
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melinda

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

6/10 Okay

Logan

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean and Comfortable
I usually stay here when I visit Timaru. It is clean and comfortable and not overly pricey
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andy

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

6/10 Okay

Andrew

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
disappointed with the welcome , did not want non NZ people in the motel .
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location, easy walk into tiwn
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

4/10 Poor

Kirstin

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place was lovely and in a great location for convenience, unfortunately it is on the main road which is busy at night, so had an awful nights sleep. So unless they triple glaze the place I would recommend taking earplugs if you are planning to stay in any of the units next to the road.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022

6/10 Okay

Ron

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spacious, clean rooms with cooking facilities in room and easy walking distance to Caroline Bay and the Bay hill with great bars and restaurants
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2021

4/10 Poor

Neill

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We were Basically yelled at when we found our TV in room would not work & when we asked for another arm chair for the room (room for 2) we were told to lye on the bed !! Not good for folks whom has a back issues ?? Will no be returning to this place ever !
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2021

General hotel information

Reasons to Book
Property Cleanliness & Great Facilities
Check-In Time
2:00 PM
Check-Out Time
10:00 AM
Star Rating
2.5