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The Grosvenor

3.0 star property
Comfortable eco-certified hotel near Caroline Bay Beach

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Front of property - evening/night
Suite | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Superior Room, Non Smoking | Bathroom | Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Bar (on property)
Reviews
7.8

Good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • Parking included
  • Restaurant
  • BarBarBar
  • Room serviceRoom serviceRoom service
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi

Check out the area

Map
26 Cains Terrace, Timaru
  • Popular LocationSouth Canterbury Museum6 min walk
  • Popular LocationCaroline Bay Beach12 min walk
  • Popular LocationTimaru Public Hospital18 min walk
  • AirportTimaru (TIU-Richard Pearse)15 min drive
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Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, Non Smoking (Single Room with 1 Single Bed)

Standard Room, Non Smoking (Single Room with 1 Single Bed) | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, Non Smoking (Single Room with 1 Single Bed)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
In-room safe
  • 183 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Executive Room, Non Smoking

Executive Room, Non Smoking | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Executive Room, Non Smoking

Highlights

Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
Laptop workspace
Wardrobe or closet
  • 183 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Room, Non Smoking

Superior Room, Non Smoking | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Room, Non Smoking

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
In-room safe
  • 183 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Suite

Highlights

Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
King Studio Ground Floor | Private kitchenette | Fridge, microwave, electric kettle, toaster
Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge
Parking included
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Breakfast available
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (92)
The price is $107
$123 total
includes taxes & fees
May 18 - May 19
Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge

About the neighborhood

Timaru

Located near the beach, The Grosvenor is in Timaru Central, a neighborhood in Timaru. Caroline Bay Beach and DB Brewery are two other places to visit that come recommended.
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What's nearby

  • South Canterbury Museum - 6 min walk
  • Caroline Bay Beach - 12 min walk
  • Timaru Public Hospital - 18 min walk
  • Ashbury Park - 3 min drive
  • DB Brewery - 8 min drive

Getting around

  • Timaru Station - 3 min walk
  • Timaru (TIU-Richard Pearse) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • Le Cren Street Takeaways - 19 min walk
  • McDonald's - 4 min drive
  • Burger King - 9 min walk
  • Sukhothai Thai Restaurant & Bar - 5 min walk
  • Speights Ale House - 2 min walk

About this property

The Grosvenor

Eco-certified hotel near Caroline Bay Beach
Located close to DB Brewery, The Grosvenor provides a casino, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a bar. Hit the jackpot at this hotel with amenities such as a casino gaming table, a casino VIP room, and 18 slot machines. The on-site restaurant, TGB, offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Free in-room WiFi and a business center are available to all guests.
Additional perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), express check-out, and luggage storage
  • A billiards/pool table, a front-desk safe, and an elevator
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at The Grosvenor include comforts such as free WiFi and safes. Guests reviews speak well of the clean rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with digital channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, coffee/tea makers, and daily housekeeping

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

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

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: NZD 13 to 24 for adults and NZD 13 to 24 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • TGB

Things to do

  • 18 slot machines
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Casino (2,422 square feet of space)
  • Gaming table

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 1,787 square feet of conference space
  • Business center

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service

More

  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2.5 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Renovations and closures

This property is undergoing renovations from June 1 2023 to May 31 2024 (completion date subject to change).
The following facilities are closed on Christmas Day and New Year's Day:
  • Bar/lounge
  • Business center
  • Casino
  • Dining venue(s)
  • Front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Meeting facilities
During renovations, the hotel will make every effort to minimize noise and disturbance.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately NZD 13.00–24.00 for adults, and NZD 13.00–24.00 for children
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.5 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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards

National rating

Qualmark® assigns an official star rating for accommodations in New Zealand. This Hotel property is rated 3 stars.
Official New Zealand Rating provided by Qualmark®

Property is also known as

Grosvenor Hotel Timaru
Grosvenor Timaru
The Grosvenor Hotel
The Grosvenor Timaru
The Grosvenor Hotel Timaru

Frequently asked questions

Is The Grosvenor pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Grosvenor?

As of May 16, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Grosvenor on May 19, 2024 start from $66.49, 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 The Grosvenor?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Grosvenor?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at The Grosvenor?

Check-out is at 10 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is The Grosvenor located?

Located in Timaru Central, this eco-certified hotel is 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Caroline Bay Beach and 3.9 mi (6.3 km) from DB Brewery. Timaru Station is only a 3-minute walk.

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 182 out of 701 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 306 out of 701 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 142 out of 701 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 53 out of 701 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 18 out of 701 reviews" "

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Dan

Traveled with group
Liked: Amenities
Clean tidy nice rooms
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deirdre

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was super clean and comfortable. The hotel had easy parking across the street and the location is very convenient to shopping and dining. The dining room/bar downstairs was great with very personable staff. We highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very happy with my stay, short but no issues, nicely appointed room.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nick

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The beautiful grand old building
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

James

property is tired
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

4/10 Poor

Deborah

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Julian, Christchurch

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked the room, nice and modern, comfortable, for an old hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Brian

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was only walking distance from or venues.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lara

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely old hotel in great location. Our room had been recently refurbished. It was spacious and light and had everything we needed.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jan-Maree, Woodinville

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the new suites! Very friendly check-in and knowledgeable about the are. Thank you Helen.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

General hotel information

Reasons to Book
Nice Bathroom & Comfortable Beds
Check-In Time
2:00 PM
Check-Out Time
10:00 AM
Nearest Airport
Timaru (TIU-Richard Pearse)