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Check availability on Timaru Family Friendly Hotels

Tonight
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Tomorrow
6 Oct - 7 Oct
This weekend
9 Oct - 11 Oct
Next weekend
16 Oct - 18 Oct

Our top choices for Timaru family-friendly hotels

A bar area with wooden flooring, a curved bar counter, and a variety of bottles and glasses on shelves.
A modern bathroom with a glass-enclosed shower, a white toilet, and a vanity with a large mirror.
A hotel lobby with wooden doors, a glass table with a vase of flowers, and a colorful wall unit.
A historic building with arched windows and a classic facade, likely a hotel, with a well-lit street in front.

1. The Grosvenor

The Grosvenor
Timaru Central
€88
includes taxes & fees
8 Oct - 9 Oct
The Grosvenor
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a view of greenery outside.
A modern living room with a glass dining table, black leather sofa, and a TV in a built-in cabinet.
A balcony with a table and chairs, large sliding glass doors, and a clear view of the surrounding area.
A hallway leading to a room with a sliding glass door, a doormat with the text "It's you!", and a view of the outside through the door.

2. ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge

ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge
Parkside
€108
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge
A room with a circular window overlooking a beach, a lamp, and a bed with pillows.
A modern room with a round table and six chairs, a bed, a small bedside table, and two framed pictures on the wall.
A round mirror reflecting a view of a beach and ocean, with two framed photographs on the wall.
A sign welcoming to SEA BREEZE with a NO VACANCY message.

3. The Sea Breeze

The Sea Breeze
Timaru Central
€124
includes taxes & fees
16 Oct - 17 Oct
The Sea Breeze
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a balcony with a view.
A modern room with a dining table, chairs, a sofa, a TV, and a balcony with a view.
A hotel room with a television on a wooden desk, a chair, a small table, and a view of the outdoors through a large window.
A modern bathroom with a shower, toilet, and bathtub.

4. Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge

Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge
Maori Hill
€126
includes taxes & fees
8 Oct - 9 Oct
Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge
A building entrance with a green door, two potted plants, and a small window above the door.
A conference room with a wooden table and black chairs, two pendant lights, a door, and a window with a view of a building.
A modern bathroom with a glass shower enclosure, a large mirror, and a white vanity with a sink.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a bench by the window, a flat-screen TV, a mirror, and a bathroom with a sink and toilet.

5. The Fort. Timaru

The Fort. Timaru
Timaru Central
€69
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
The Fort. Timaru
A compact kitchen with a central island, a sink, and a stove. There are two bar stools and a dining table.
A compact hotel room with a sofa, a small dining table, a coffee table, and a kitchenette.
An outdoor deck with a glass-top table and metal chairs, surrounded by a wooden fence.
A compact hotel room with a kitchenette, a sofa, a small table, and a TV.

6. Anchor Motel

Anchor Motel
Maori Hill
€76
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Anchor Motel
A coastal building with balconies, labeled "COASTAL RIDGE TIMARU LUXURY ACCOMMODATION."
A modern bathroom with a glass-enclosed shower, a white toilet, and a bathtub.
A hotel room with a large bed, a view of a cityscape, and a balcony with a table and chairs.
A hotel room with a large window offering a city view, a bed with a patterned pillow, and a chair.

7. Coastal Ridge Apartments

Coastal Ridge Apartments
Kensington
  • Create an oceanside oasis for families where kids stay free, just steps from the botanical gardens and Caroline Bay Beach.
€116
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Coastal Ridge Apartments
A hotel room with a large bed, a chair, a balcony with a view, and a window with curtains.
A compact kitchen with a microwave, sink, and cabinets.
A bathroom with a sink, mirror, and shower.
A compact living space with a dining area, kitchenette, and a sofa.

8. Asure Ashley Motor Lodge

Asure Ashley Motor Lodge
Kensington
€102
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
Asure Ashley Motor Lodge
A hotel room with a bed, a TV on a stand, a desk with a chair, and a window with curtains.
A bathroom with a bathtub, a shower, and a toilet.
A parking lot with a building in the background.
A two-story building with a green roof and a covered porch, located at a street corner with a clear blue sky and scattered clouds.

9. Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru

Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru
Waimataitai
€79
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru
A bathroom with a glass shower enclosure, a toilet, a sink with a mirror, and a window with a view.
A beach with clear turquoise water and a sandy shore.
A serene pond surrounded by lush greenery and trees.
A large, two-story brick building with a symmetrical facade, large windows, and a central entrance with a porch.

10. Bay City Motor Lodge

Bay City Motor Lodge
Maori Hill
€95
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Bay City Motor Lodge
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Choose what matters most at family-friendly hotels in Timaru

Breakfast included
Pool
All-inclusive
4 stars
5 stars

Top Timaru Hotel Reviews

Comfort Hotel Benvenue

Comfort Hotel Benvenue

8/10 Good
"All good"
Helen 1-night trip
Posted 23 hours ago
Comfort Hotel Benvenue
Asure Ashley Motor Lodge

Asure Ashley Motor Lodge

10/10 Excellent
"Great rooms and very tidy and clean. Worth every penny."
Kyle 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Asure Ashley Motor Lodge
ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge

ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge

10/10 Excellent
"N/a"
Rachael 1-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge
Anchor Motel

Anchor Motel

10/10 Excellent
"Lovely for solo travellor"
Frances 1-night trip
Posted 2 weeks ago
Anchor Motel
The Grosvenor

The Grosvenor

8/10 Good
"large spacious suit room. fluffy white towels. mini fridge that was silent. Brillant shower. Helpful friendly staff. Loved the lift it was like stepping back in time. Bar/restaurant staff were very helpful and fun to be around. Would stay again."
Arthur 2-night trip
Posted 1 month ago
The Grosvenor
Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru

Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru

10/10 Excellent
"Clean spacious room. Comfortable."
Toni 2-night trip
Posted 2 months ago
Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru
Baywatch Motor Lodge

Baywatch Motor Lodge

10/10 Excellent
"great view of the sunrise"
Ross 1-night trip
Posted 2 months ago
Baywatch Motor Lodge
Ashbury Park Motel

Ashbury Park Motel

8/10 Good
"Good place to stay"
Jared 1-night trip
Posted 2 months ago
Ashbury Park Motel

Frequently asked questions

What's Timaru like for family-friendly holidays?
The welcoming destination of Timaru is a good choice if you've been thinking about a trip with your children. The walking trails and jogging trails are just a couple of things that make this the ideal place for a family holiday. Fly into Timaru (TIU-Richard Pearse), which is located 6.7 mi (10.7 km) from the city centre.
What's the best family accommodation in Timaru?
Comfort Hotel Benvenue is a hotel with a restaurant and laundry facilities, and it's a top choice on Expedia for families. Other good options for your child-friendly holiday include Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge and Cedar Lodge Motel.
When's the best time to book a family-friendly holiday in Timaru?
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's there to see and do with your family in Timaru?
While you are holidaying in Timaru, you and the family may want to see some interesting spots such as Aigantighe Art Gallery and DB Brewery. Make sure that you have lots of time for activities such as Jacks Point Surfspot and Caroline Bay Beach.
What's the best way for us to get around Timaru?
To see more of the larger area, hop on a train at Timaru Station. Timaru may not have many public transport options to choose from, so consider renting a car to explore more.

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