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21 Aug - 23 Aug
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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
The price is €90
includes taxes & fees
14 Aug - 15 Aug
The Grosvenor
Deluxe Studio, Ocean View

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
The price is €124
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
The Sea Breeze
Five Bedroom House | Private kitchen

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
The price is €52
includes taxes & fees
12 Aug - 13 Aug
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
The price is €106
includes taxes & fees
14 Aug - 15 Aug
Panorama Motor Lodge
One Bedroom Family Unit with Kitchen

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
The price is €78
includes taxes & fees
12 Aug - 13 Aug
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
The price is €94
includes taxes & fees
14 Aug - 15 Aug
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
The price is €82
includes taxes & fees
12 Aug - 13 Aug
Ashbury Park Motel
Superior Studio with Seaview

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
The price is €129
includes taxes & fees
13 Aug - 14 Aug
Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge
One Bedroom Suite

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
The price is €106
includes taxes & fees
13 Aug - 14 Aug
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
The price is €86
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Comfort Hotel Benvenue
Free WiFi, 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
The price is €54
includes taxes & fees
12 Aug - 13 Aug
Aaron Court Motel
Executive Studio with Spa

12. Asure Ashley Motor Lodge

Asure Ashley Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
Kensington
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (180 reviews)
"Large room, upgraded, wonderful innkeepers, comfy bed, very clean and kitchen worked for us! "
United States
Judy and Jerry
The price is €102
includes taxes & fees
14 Aug - 15 Aug
Asure Ashley Motor Lodge
Apartment, 3 Bedrooms | Private kitchen

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
The price is €99
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Aspen on King Motel
Executive Studio | Private kitchenette

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
The price is €103
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
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
The price is €103
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Coastal Ridge Apartments
Studio with Seaview

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
The price is €111
includes taxes & fees
13 Aug - 14 Aug
Baywatch Motor Lodge
Premium bedding, pillow-top 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
The price is €91
includes taxes & fees
12 Aug - 13 Aug
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
The price is €62
includes taxes & fees
13 Aug - 14 Aug
The Fort. Timaru
Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchen (apartment 9)

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
The price is €78
includes taxes & fees
20 Aug - 21 Aug
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
The price is €78
includes taxes & fees
14 Aug - 15 Aug
Northpark Motel
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Top Timaru Hotel Reviews

Panorama Motor Lodge

Panorama Motor Lodge

10/10 Excellent
"Wonderful experience, just an overnight stay on way through. Would stay again!"
D C 1-night trip
Posted 16 hours ago
Panorama Motor Lodge

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Timaru Hostels information

Number of reviews
3,276
Accommodation
1 Hostels
Lowest Price
€52
Highest Price
€129

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 feature shared rooms (though many have private options too), budget-friendly prices and a social environment.
What are the best hostels in Timaru?
While you're deciding on a place to stay, have a look at this top hostel in Timaru: Stay Timaru - You can take advantage of free Wi-Fi 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?
Good weather's definitely a plus when you're discovering new places, so here are some stats about the local climate: The hottest months are usually February and January, with an average temperature of 7°C, while the coldest months are July and August, with an average of -3°C. The rainiest months in Timaru are May, September, December and July, with each month seeing an average of 360 mm of rainfall.
What is there to see and do in Timaru?
Depending on what you're interested in, you might appreciate these things around Timaru. Get out into nature with places such as Caroline Bay Beach, Ashbury Park and Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden. Cultural attractions include South Canterbury Museum. Visit landmarks such as 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 centre. After you've arrived, you may want to use public transport to get around. If you're looking to see more of the area, head over to Timaru Station to hop on a train.