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Our top choices for Caroline Bay Beach hotels

A room with a circular window overlooking a beach, a lamp, and a bed with pillows.

1. The Sea Breeze

The Sea Breeze
2.0 star property
Timaru Central, 0.6 km from Caroline Bay Beach
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (23 reviews)
"Absolutely top notch from the lovely lady at reception to the great views perfect stay, great location lovely apartment will stay again 🙂"
Australia
Anthony
The price is €124
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
The Sea Breeze
A coastal building with balconies, labeled "COASTAL RIDGE TIMARU LUXURY ACCOMMODATION."

2. Coastal Ridge Apartments

Coastal Ridge Apartments
3.5 star property
Kensington, 2.7 km from Caroline Bay Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (113 reviews)
"One of the bests stays I’ve experienced, ticks all the boxes and then some.. thank you !"
Australia
Sarah
The price is €111
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Coastal Ridge Apartments
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a balcony with a view.

3. Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge

Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge
4.0 star property
Maori Hill, 0.8 km from Caroline Bay Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (150 reviews)
"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."
Australia
Stephen
The price is €126
includes taxes & fees
27 Nov - 28 Nov
Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge
A hotel room with a large bed, a chair, a balcony with a view, and a window with curtains.

4. Asure Ashley Motor Lodge

Asure Ashley Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
Kensington, 2.7 km from Caroline Bay Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (184 reviews)
"What a great hotel. We only had 1 night but my husband chose well . So comfortable, pristine clean and great amenities even a sachet of makeup remover. Bed was so comfortable and shower great. Easy parking . Would definitely stay again."
Australia
Michael
The price is €95
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Asure Ashley Motor Lodge
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a view of greenery outside.

5. ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge

ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
Parkside, 2 km from Caroline Bay Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (297 reviews)
"Great sized rooms, comfortable beds, nice rooms, very clean. Super easy stop over option"
Australia
Rachael
The price is €106
includes taxes & fees
21 Nov - 22 Nov
ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge
A reception area with a glass door, a red door, and a stone pillar.

6. Cedar Lodge Motel

Cedar Lodge Motel
3.0 star property
Kensington, 2.7 km from Caroline Bay Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (135 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
The price is €96
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Cedar Lodge Motel
A hotel room with a bed, a TV on a stand, a desk with a chair, and a window with curtains.

7. Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru

Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru
3.5 star property
Waimataitai, 1.2 km from Caroline Bay Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (284 reviews)
"Great room clean tidy & also they did recycling ♻️ which I haven't seen in any other motel 😀 would stay there again s"
Australia
Christina
The price is €76
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru
A balcony with a glass table and chairs, overlooking a coastal area with palm trees and a clear view of the sea.

8. Panorama Motor Lodge

Panorama Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
Timaru Central, 0.6 km from Caroline Bay Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (142 reviews)
"Great stay! Plenty of parking. Thanks much!"
United States
David
The price is €103
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Panorama Motor Lodge
A compact kitchen with a microwave, stove, and sink. There is a clock on the wall and a window with blinds.

9. Aspen on King Motel

Aspen on King Motel
4.5 star property
Parkside, 2.1 km from Caroline Bay Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (572 reviews)
"Very nice and quiet place to stay. We would definitely stay there again."
Australia
Rodney
The price is €118
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Aspen on King Motel
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a view of the beach.

10. Baywatch Motor Lodge

Baywatch Motor Lodge
4.0 star property
Maori Hill, 0.7 km from Caroline Bay Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (133 reviews)
"Great spot to stay and I was made to feel welcomed when I went to check in. Will definitely stay here again."
Australia
Steven
The price is €114
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Baywatch Motor Lodge
A building with a sign indicating a vacancy.

11. Ashbury Park Motel

Ashbury Park Motel
4.0 star property
Waimataitai, 1.3 km from Caroline Bay Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (308 reviews)
"Good place to stay"
Australia
Jared
The price is €83
includes taxes & fees
7 Dec - 8 Dec
Ashbury Park Motel
A kitchen with a sink, a coffee maker, and a window with a view of greenery.

12. Fitzgerald on King

Fitzgerald on King
2.5 star property
Parkside, 2.1 km from Caroline Bay Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (79 reviews)
"Excellent staff and location"
Australia
Paul
The price is €105
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Fitzgerald on King
A bar area with wooden flooring, a curved bar counter, and a variety of bottles and glasses on shelves.

13. The Grosvenor

The Grosvenor
3.0 star property
Timaru Central, 0.9 km from Caroline Bay Beach
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (851 reviews)
"Loved my stay. Great hotel with lovely rooms."
Australia
Ants
The price is €88
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
The Grosvenor
A compact kitchen with a central island, a sink, and a stove. There are two bar stools and a dining table.

14. Anchor Motel

Anchor Motel
2.5 star property
Maori Hill, 1 km from Caroline Bay Beach
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (235 reviews)
"Lovely for solo travellor"
Australia
Frances
The price is €60
includes taxes & fees
7 Dec - 8 Dec
Anchor Motel
A conference room with tables and chairs, large windows, and a view of the outdoors.

15. Comfort Hotel Benvenue

Comfort Hotel Benvenue
3.5 star property
Maori Hill, 0.7 km from Caroline Bay Beach
7.8 out of 10, Good, (184 reviews)
"All good"
United States
Helen
The price is €71
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Comfort Hotel Benvenue
A building entrance with a green door, two potted plants, and a small window above the door.

16. The Fort. Timaru

The Fort. Timaru
3.0 star property
Timaru Central, 1.3 km from Caroline Bay Beach
7.6 out of 10, Good, (22 reviews)
"Backpacker style accommodation at premium rate."
New Zealand
Wayne
The price is €60
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
The Fort. Timaru
A modern hotel room with a sofa, a small bed, a TV, and a balcony with a view.

17. The Coast Motel

The Coast Motel
3.5 star property
Maori Hill, 0.8 km from Caroline Bay Beach
7.8 out of 10, Good, (159 reviews)
"It was easy access and the room was great."
Australia
Julie
The price is €98
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
The Coast Motel
A neatly made bed with patterned bedding and a dark-colored pillow.

18. Aaron Court Motel

Aaron Court Motel
2.0 star property
Maori Hill, 0.9 km from Caroline Bay Beach
6.8 out of 10, (147 reviews)
"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."
Australia
Rebecca
The price is €54
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Aaron Court Motel
A modern two-story house with a blue exterior, a front porch, and a wooden picnic table.

19. Phoenix Motel

Phoenix Motel
4.0 star property
16.8 km from Caroline Bay Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (122 reviews)
"Great place to stay and being opposite a ‘Night-&-Day store was a bonus.will definitely stay there again."
Australia
Lawrence
The price is €93
includes taxes & fees
7 Dec - 8 Dec
Phoenix Motel
A large house with multiple windows and a well-lit lawn at night.

20. Holme Station Homestead

Holme Station Homestead
5.0 star property
15.5 km from Caroline Bay Beach
The price is €874
includes taxes & fees
20 Nov - 21 Nov
Holme Station Homestead
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Compare popular hotels close to Caroline Bay Beach

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A room with a circular window overlooking a beach, a lamp, and a bed with pillows.
The Sea Breeze
2.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
23 reviews
View
A coastal building with balconies, labeled "COASTAL RIDGE TIMARU LUXURY ACCOMMODATION."
Coastal Ridge Apartments
3.5 star property
9.6
Exceptional
113 reviews
View
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a balcony with a view.
Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge
4.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
150 reviews
View
A hotel room with a large bed, a chair, a balcony with a view, and a window with curtains.
Asure Ashley Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
184 reviews
View
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a view of greenery outside.
ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
297 reviews
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Hotels recommended for families near Caroline Bay Beach

A room with a circular window overlooking a beach, a lamp, and a bed with pillows.

The Sea Breeze

The Sea Breeze
2.0 star property
Timaru Central
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (23)
The price is €124
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
The Sea Breeze

Other attractions near Caroline Bay Beach

Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden

9.0/10 (52 reviews)
You can find out about the history of Timaru with a visit to Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden. Visit the area's spas or simply enjoy its bars.
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Top Caroline Bay Beach Hotel Reviews

A coastal building with balconies, labeled "COASTAL RIDGE TIMARU LUXURY ACCOMMODATION."
Coastal Ridge Apartments

Coastal Ridge Apartments

Coastal Ridge Apartments
Kensington

8/10 Good

Nice spacious roon, excellent bed, well stocked kitchenette. Did not have time and the weather was awful so we missed our planned walk in nearby park. The town itself is not wildly exciting.
Ireland
Robert
Reviewed November 25, 2018
Coastal Ridge Apartments

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the area like around Caroline Bay Beach?

Caroline Bay Beach is located in Timaru. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 25 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay near Caroline Bay Beach?

The Grosvenor is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a casino and a restaurant. It's located just a short 0.5 mi (0.9 km) from Caroline Bay Beach. Other good choices within a short distance include Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru and Aaron Court Motel.

How many hotels can I expect to find close to Caroline Bay Beach?

Expedia has 25 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Caroline Bay Beach.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Caroline Bay Beach, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the hotel’s cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before check in. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to view the top deals on offer near Caroline Bay Beach.

What can I see and do near Caroline Bay Beach?

Sights like Timaru Lighthouse and Tuhawaiki Point Lighthouse highlight some of the local culture. Spend some time wandering around Ashbury Park, Botanical Gardens and Washdyke Lagoon Wildlife Refuge. Enjoy nature at Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden, Dashing Rocks Beach or Patiti Point.