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Anchor Motel

Property class: 2.5

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Anchor Motel provides laundry facilities and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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View all photos for Two Bedroom Apartment

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

Two Bedroom Apartment

  • 732 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 3 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Superior Two Bedroom Apartment

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand with a lamp, a radiator, and a window with curtains.

Superior Two Bedroom Apartment

  • 732 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 3 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for King Studio

A compact hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a small kitchenette, and a window with curtains.

King Studio

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 377 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for One Bedroom Family

A living room with a sofa, a small wooden table, a black ottoman, and a dining area with a glass table and metal chairs.

One Bedroom Family

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 560 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 3 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Large One Bedroom Unit

A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a dining table with chairs, a TV on a wooden cabinet, and a window with curtains.

Large One Bedroom Unit

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 915 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 4 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe One Bedroom

A neatly made bed with a grey bedspread and pillows, a bedside table with a lamp, and a wooden wardrobe.

Deluxe One Bedroom

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 452 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard One Bedroom

A hotel room with two beds, each with a beige duvet and pillows, and two bedside tables with lamps.

Standard One Bedroom

  • 517 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 3 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Studio

A compact hotel room with a bed, a small kitchenette, a desk, and a window.

Standard Studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 226 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Single Studio

A small, modern room with a bed, a desk with a computer, a TV, and a window with curtains.

Single Studio

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Five Bedroom House

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

Five Bedroom House

  • 1938 sq ft
  • 5 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 11
  • 2 King Beds and 6 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Five-Bedroom House

  • Sleeps 10
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

King Studio

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Large One Bedroom Unit

  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 4 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi
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About the neighborhood

Located near the beach, Anchor Motel is in Maori Hill, a neighborhood in Timaru. Timaru Lighthouse and Tuhawaiki Point Lighthouse are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Botanical Gardens and Pleasant Point Museum and Railway. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing. Visit our Timaru travel guide
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Map
42 Evans St, Timaru, 7910

What's nearby

  • Ashbury Park
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Timaru Lighthouse
    7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Caroline Bay Beach
    8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Aigantighe Art Gallery
    10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • South Canterbury Museum
    19 min walk - 1.1 miles

Getting around

  • Timaru Station
    2 min drive
  • Timaru (TIU-Richard Pearse)
    13 min drive

Restaurants

  • Burger King
    11 min walk
  • Black & Coffee
    4 min drive
  • Sopheze
    18 min walk
  • Benny's Again! Restaurant
    3 min drive
  • Kfc
    6 min walk

About this property

Anchor Motel

  • Motel located in Maori Hill
  • Anchor Motel provides laundry facilities and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
  • You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
    • Free self parking
    • Continental breakfast (surcharge), luggage storage, and tour/ticket assistance
    • Barbecue grills
    • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms at Anchor Motel boast perks such as laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and dining tables.
  • More conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
    • Refrigerators, microwaves, and toasters
    • 42-inch flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
    • Heating and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:00 AM to 1:00 PM for a fee: NZD 15 per person

Family friendly

  • Dining table
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1940
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Dining table
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toaster

More

  • Heating
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of NZD 10 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately NZD 15 per person
  • Pet fee: NZD 10 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 percent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property class

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services.

Frequently asked questions

Is Anchor Motel pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of NZD 10 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Anchor Motel?

As of Aug 20, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Anchor Motel on Sep 1, 2026 start from $53, including 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?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Anchor Motel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Anchor Motel?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Anchor Motel located?

Located in Maori Hill, this motel is within a 10-minute walk of Ashbury Park, Caroline Bay Beach, and Timaru Lighthouse. Aigantighe Art Gallery and Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden are also within 15 minutes. Timaru Station is 20 minutes by foot.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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