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Recommended hotels in Scarborough

One Bedroom Family Unit with Kitchen
Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru

Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru

Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru
3.5 star property
Waimataitai
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 NZ$146
includes taxes & fees
3 Jan - 4 Jan 2026
Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru
One Bedroom Unit
Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge

Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge

Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge
4.0 star property
Maori Hill
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (127)
"Very clean and staff so helpful and nice"
United States
jennifer
The price is NZ$229
includes taxes & fees
8 Jan - 9 Jan 2026
Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge
Superior Studio | Shared kitchen facilities
Northpark Motel

Northpark Motel

Northpark Motel
3.5 star property
Washdyke
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (67)
"Really convenient, great staff and plenty of dinning options. "
Australia
Ross
The price is NZ$160
includes taxes & fees
7 Jan - 8 Jan 2026
Northpark Motel
Front of property – evening/night
The Grosvenor

The Grosvenor

The Grosvenor
3.0 star property
Timaru Central
7.8 out of 10, Good, (809)
"Fantastic staff, clean, big room, meals are excellent "
Australia
Stephanie
The price is NZ$145
includes taxes & fees
29 Jan - 30 Jan 2026
The Grosvenor
Executive Studio with Spa
Asure Ashley Motor Lodge

Asure Ashley Motor Lodge

Asure Ashley Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
Kensington
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (171)
"A lovely, comfortable, spacious place to stay."
Australia
Debra
The price is NZ$190
includes taxes & fees
9 Jan - 10 Jan 2026
Asure Ashley Motor Lodge
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
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (549)
"Great clean room. Staff very curious and helpful "
Australia
Jo
The price is NZ$165
includes taxes & fees
3 Jan - 4 Jan 2026
Aspen on King Motel
Studio | Balcony view
Panorama Motor Lodge

Panorama Motor Lodge

Panorama Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
Timaru Central
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (117)
"It was in a great location walking distance to restaurants and town"
Australia
Sue
The price is NZ$207
includes taxes & fees
9 Jan - 10 Jan 2026
Panorama Motor Lodge
Front of property
Ashbury Park Motel

Ashbury Park Motel

Ashbury Park Motel
4.0 star property
Waimataitai
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (293)
"Great wee place. Management were amazing "
United States
Ange
The price is NZ$159
includes taxes & fees
15 Jan - 16 Jan 2026
Ashbury Park Motel
Executive Studio | View from room
Coastal Ridge Apartments

Coastal Ridge Apartments

Coastal Ridge Apartments
3.5 star property
Kensington
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (102)
"Good location for holiday in timaru, close to places we were visiting."
Australia
Michael
The price is NZ$202
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
Coastal Ridge Apartments
Deluxe Studio Spa | Private kitchen
ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge

ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge

ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
Parkside
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 NZ$209
includes taxes & fees
16 Jan - 17 Jan 2026
ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge
Accessible Studio with Seaview
Baywatch Motor Lodge

Baywatch Motor Lodge

Baywatch Motor Lodge
4.0 star property
Maori Hill
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (119)
"Lovely place "
Australia
Duncan
The price is NZ$207
includes taxes & fees
2 Jan - 3 Jan 2026
Baywatch Motor Lodge
Garden
Anchor Motel

Anchor Motel

Anchor Motel
2.5 star property
Maori Hill
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 NZ$112
includes taxes & fees
25 Jan - 26 Jan 2026
Anchor Motel
Garden
Phoenix Motel

Phoenix Motel

Phoenix Motel
4.0 star property
Temuka
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (113)
"The place to stay in temuka"
Australia
Steve
The price is NZ$169
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Phoenix Motel
Property grounds
Country Getaway - Studio room with Ensuite in seven-acre landscaped gardens.

Country Getaway - Studio room with Ensuite in seven-acre landscaped gardens.

Country Getaway - Studio room with Ensuite in seven-acre landscaped gardens.
Waitohi
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1)
"This was the exact getaway I was looking for. The sleepout was brand new and very tidy. Shower was amzing and the bed very comfy. The owner was so welcoming and friendly. Cannot express how great this stay was! Thank you Gerard and wife (sorry I can't remember your name)"
New Zealand
Daina C.
The price is NZ$187
includes taxes & fees
2 Jan - 3 Jan 2026
Country Getaway - Studio room with Ensuite in seven-acre landscaped gardens.
Balcony view
Fitzgerald on King

Fitzgerald on King

Fitzgerald on King
2.5 star property
Parkside
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (74)
"Great place to stay"
Australia
Alistair
The price is NZ$223
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Fitzgerald on King
Mini-fridge, microwave, stovetop, toaster
Aaron Court Motel

Aaron Court Motel

Aaron Court Motel
2.0 star property
Maori Hill
7.0 out of 10, Good, (104)
"The room was very clean and the staff/owners were excellent."
Australia
Janet
The price is NZ$94
includes taxes & fees
8 Jan - 9 Jan 2026
Aaron Court Motel
Two Bedroom Unit | Private kitchen
Cedar Lodge Motel

Cedar Lodge Motel

Cedar Lodge Motel
3.0 star property
Kensington
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (126)
"Great place to stay for short term"
United States
AYELEN
The price is NZ$195
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
Cedar Lodge Motel
Premier Suite, Courtyard View | In-room dining
The Fort. Timaru

The Fort. Timaru

The Fort. Timaru
3.0 star property
Timaru Central
7.8 out of 10, Good, (8)
"Great place, close to town"
Australia
Steve
The price is NZ$147
includes taxes & fees
14 Jan - 15 Jan 2026
The Fort. Timaru
Efficiency, Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking
Comfort Hotel Benvenue

Comfort Hotel Benvenue

Comfort Hotel Benvenue
3.5 star property
Maori Hill
7.8 out of 10, Good, (166)
"Very helpful staff"
Australia
Gillian
The price is NZ$143
includes taxes & fees
23 Jan - 24 Jan 2026
Comfort Hotel Benvenue
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
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (67)
"Great place to stay, handy to everything "
New Zealand
Leanne
The price is NZ$202
includes taxes & fees
29 Jan - 30 Jan 2026
Bay City Motor Lodge
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Top Scarborough Hotel Reviews

Bay City Motor Lodge

Bay City Motor Lodge

10/10 Excellent
"Easy check in process, nice staff, room was better than the photos, very comfortable bed and pillows. Our two bedroom room was spacious and had what we needed, loved the ceiling fan on a warmer night during our stay."
Emily 3-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
Bay City Motor Lodge

Find out more about Scarborough

Scarborough Hostels information

Number of reviews
3,919
Accommodation
1 Hostels
Lowest Price
NZ$94
Highest Price
NZ$229

Frequently asked questions

What are the best hostels in Scarborough?
Our customers like these places to stay in the area, and they may have budget-friendly room rates: Aspen on King Motel - 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from the heart of Scarborough. Property features at this motel include free parking and laundry facilities. Aaron Court Motel - 3 mi (4.9 km) from the heart of Scarborough. You can take advantage of free Wi-Fi, free parking and laundry facilities at this motel. The Grosvenor - 2.4 mi (3.8 km) from the heart of Scarborough. Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and tour/ticket assistance at this motel.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Scarborough?
The weather is important when you want to venture out and explore, so here's a little information that may be helpful: 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 Scarborough 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 Scarborough?
Depending on your interests, you might like to discover some places near Scarborough. Get out into nature with places such as Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden, Caroline Bay Beach and Ashbury Park. Cultural attractions include South Canterbury Museum. Additional attractions include Jacks Point Surfspot, Tuhawaiki Point Lighthouse and Timaru Lighthouse.
What's the best way to get to and around Scarborough while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in and around Scarborough on hand to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the nearest airport, which is Timaru (TIU-Richard Pearse), 8.9 mi (14.4 km) away from the city centre.

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