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Our top choices for Washdyke Lagoon Wildlife Refuge hotels

Superior Studio | Shared kitchen facilities
Northpark Motel

Northpark Motel

Northpark Motel
3.5 star property
Washdyke, 1.4 km from Washdyke Lagoon Wildlife Refuge
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (67)
"Was a great place to stay, clean friendly the restaurant had amazing food"
Australia
Fleur
The price is €90
includes taxes & fees
3 Jan - 4 Jan 2026
Northpark Motel
Front of property
Ashbury Park Motel

Ashbury Park Motel

Ashbury Park Motel
4.0 star property
Waimataitai, 2.3 km from Washdyke Lagoon Wildlife Refuge
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (292)
"Great wee place. Management were amazing "
United States
Ange
The price is €80
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
Ashbury Park Motel
One Bedroom Family Unit with Kitchen
Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru

Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru

Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru
3.5 star property
Waimataitai, 2.8 km from Washdyke Lagoon Wildlife Refuge
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (250)
"It was a very short stay for us very happy with our accommodation. "
Australia
ANN
The price is €76
includes taxes & fees
3 Jan - 4 Jan 2026
Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru
Accessible Studio with Seaview
Baywatch Motor Lodge

Baywatch Motor Lodge

Baywatch Motor Lodge
4.0 star property
Maori Hill, 3 km from Washdyke Lagoon Wildlife Refuge
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (119)
"Lovely place "
Australia
Duncan
The price is €109
includes taxes & fees
10 Jan - 11 Jan 2026
Baywatch Motor Lodge
Superior Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Balcony | Living area
Bay City Motor Lodge

Bay City Motor Lodge

Bay City Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
Maori Hill, 3.1 km from Washdyke Lagoon Wildlife Refuge
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (67)
"Great place to stay, handy to everything "
New Zealand
Leanne
The price is €102
includes taxes & fees
3 Jan - 4 Jan 2026
Bay City Motor Lodge
Garden
Anchor Motel

Anchor Motel

Anchor Motel
2.5 star property
Maori Hill, 2.9 km from Washdyke Lagoon Wildlife Refuge
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (196)
"Its dog friendly which is fantastic and super handy to where i was working "
New Zealand
yvonne
The price is €59
includes taxes & fees
3 Jan - 4 Jan 2026
Anchor Motel
WiFi, wheelchair access
Blue Dolphin Motel

Blue Dolphin Motel

Blue Dolphin Motel
3.5 star property
Maori Hill, 2.9 km from Washdyke Lagoon Wildlife Refuge
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (159)
"Great place, good bang for your buck. We had a 2 story family room that was really comfortable. It's a bit on the older side, but in good shape! We really enjoyed our stay!"
Canada
Marie
The price is €80
includes taxes & fees
7 Jan - 8 Jan 2026
Blue Dolphin Motel
Efficiency, Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking
Comfort Hotel Benvenue

Comfort Hotel Benvenue

Comfort Hotel Benvenue
3.5 star property
Maori Hill, 3 km from Washdyke Lagoon Wildlife Refuge
7.8 out of 10, Good, (166)
"Very helpful staff"
Australia
Gillian
The price is €71
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan 2026
Comfort Hotel Benvenue
Superior House, 3 Bedrooms, City View | Private kitchen
The Coast Motel

The Coast Motel

The Coast Motel
3.5 star property
Maori Hill, 3 km from Washdyke Lagoon Wildlife Refuge
7.8 out of 10, Good, (156)
"Nice hotel with and a good check-in. "
United States
Gloria
The price is €79
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
The Coast Motel
Mini-fridge, microwave, stovetop, toaster
Aaron Court Motel

Aaron Court Motel

Aaron Court Motel
2.0 star property
Maori Hill, 2.9 km from Washdyke Lagoon Wildlife Refuge
7.0 out of 10, Good, (104)
"The room was very clean and the staff/owners were excellent."
Australia
Janet
The price is €49
includes taxes & fees
8 Jan - 9 Jan 2026
Aaron Court Motel
One Bedroom Unit
Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge

Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge

Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge
4.0 star property
Maori Hill, 3.3 km from Washdyke Lagoon Wildlife Refuge
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (127)
"Very clean and staff so helpful and nice"
United States
jennifer
The price is €110
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge
Studio | Balcony view
Panorama Motor Lodge

Panorama Motor Lodge

Panorama Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
Timaru Central, 3.3 km from Washdyke Lagoon Wildlife Refuge
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (117)
"It was in a great location walking distance to restaurants and town"
Australia
Sue
The price is €103
includes taxes & fees
9 Jan - 10 Jan 2026
Panorama Motor Lodge
Deluxe Studio Spa | Private kitchen
ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge

ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge

ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
Parkside, 4.9 km from Washdyke Lagoon Wildlife Refuge
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (266)
"Very spacious apartment, had everything you would need. Staff very helpful, and friendly. Loved our stay."
Australia
Anthony
The price is €108
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan 2026
ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge
Front of property – evening/night
The Grosvenor

The Grosvenor

The Grosvenor
3.0 star property
Timaru Central, 3.8 km from Washdyke Lagoon Wildlife Refuge
7.8 out of 10, Good, (809)
"Fantastic staff, clean, big room, meals are excellent "
Australia
Stephanie
The price is €82
includes taxes & fees
8 Jan - 9 Jan 2026
The Grosvenor
Executive Studio | View from room
Coastal Ridge Apartments

Coastal Ridge Apartments

Coastal Ridge Apartments
3.5 star property
Kensington, 5.6 km from Washdyke Lagoon Wildlife Refuge
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (102)
"Good location for holiday in timaru, close to places we were visiting."
Australia
Michael
The price is €109
includes taxes & fees
10 Jan - 11 Jan 2026
Coastal Ridge Apartments
Family Room, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Family Spa Unit) | Private kitchen
Aspen on King Motel

Aspen on King Motel

Aspen on King Motel
4.5 star property
Parkside, 5 km from Washdyke Lagoon Wildlife Refuge
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (549)
"Great clean room. Staff very curious and helpful "
Australia
Jo
The price is €88
includes taxes & fees
2 Jan - 3 Jan 2026
Aspen on King Motel
Premier Suite, Courtyard View | In-room dining
The Fort. Timaru

The Fort. Timaru

The Fort. Timaru
3.0 star property
Timaru Central, 4.2 km from Washdyke Lagoon Wildlife Refuge
7.8 out of 10, Good, (8)
"Great place, close to town"
Australia
Steve
The price is €77
includes taxes & fees
7 Jan - 8 Jan 2026
The Fort. Timaru
Balcony view
Fitzgerald on King

Fitzgerald on King

Fitzgerald on King
2.5 star property
Parkside, 5 km from Washdyke Lagoon Wildlife Refuge
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (74)
"Great place to stay"
Australia
Alistair
The price is €118
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan 2026
Fitzgerald on King
Two Bedroom Unit | Private kitchen
Cedar Lodge Motel

Cedar Lodge Motel

Cedar Lodge Motel
3.0 star property
Kensington, 5.6 km from Washdyke Lagoon Wildlife Refuge
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (126)
"Great place to stay for short term"
United States
AYELEN
The price is €95
includes taxes & fees
3 Jan - 4 Jan 2026
Cedar Lodge Motel
Executive Studio with Spa
Asure Ashley Motor Lodge

Asure Ashley Motor Lodge

Asure Ashley Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
Kensington, 5.6 km from Washdyke Lagoon Wildlife Refuge
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (171)
"A lovely, comfortable, spacious place to stay."
Australia
Debra
The price is €94
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Asure Ashley Motor Lodge
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Top Washdyke Lagoon Wildlife Refuge Hotel Reviews

Aaron Court Motel

Aaron Court Motel

10/10 Excellent
"Aaron was very hospitable."
Rosita 1-night trip
Posted 11 hours ago
Aaron Court Motel

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4.2/5 (24 reviews)
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Washdyke Lagoon Wildlife Refuge?
Washdyke Lagoon Wildlife Refuge is located in Timaru. You'll find 33 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.
What's the best hotel to stay close to Washdyke Lagoon Wildlife Refuge?
Located a short 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Washdyke Lagoon Wildlife Refuge, Northpark Motel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data. Other good choices within a few miles include Aaron Court Motel and Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru.
How many hotels are there near Washdyke Lagoon Wildlife Refuge?
Expedia has 33 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Washdyke Lagoon Wildlife Refuge.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Washdyke Lagoon Wildlife Refuge, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most hotel room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If your reservation is non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best deals available near Washdyke Lagoon Wildlife Refuge.
What can I see and do near Washdyke Lagoon Wildlife Refuge?
You can wander around Ashbury Park, Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden or Botanic Gardens if you want a dose of fresh air. Lounge by the water at Caroline Bay Beach and Dashing Rocks Beach. At Botanical Gardens, Patiti Point and Otipua Wetland, take some time to really appreciate nature.