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Recommended hotels in Scarborough

One Bedroom Suite

Harbour View Motel

Harbour View Motel
2.5 star property
Maori Hill
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (126 reviews)
"Clean room, friendly staff, close to everything"
New Zealand
theresa
The price is NZ$198
includes taxes & fees
3 July - 4 July
Harbour View Motel
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served

The Grosvenor

The Grosvenor
3.0 star property
Timaru Central
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (848 reviews)
"Loved my stay. Great hotel with lovely rooms."
Australia
Ants
The price is NZ$170
includes taxes & fees
17 July - 18 July
The Grosvenor
Superior Studio with Seaview

Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge

Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge
4.0 star property
Maori Hill
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (146 reviews)
"Excellent stay!"
Canada
Ivica
The price is NZ$213
includes taxes & fees
5 July - 6 July
Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge
Five Bedroom House | Private kitchen

Anchor Motel

Anchor Motel
2.5 star property
Maori Hill
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (222 reviews)
"Nice clean tidy accommodation, very helpful and pleasant owners."
Australia
John
The price is NZ$123
includes taxes & fees
5 July - 6 July
Anchor 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.
Waitohi
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (5 reviews)
"A great all round experience in a country setting, great hosts, breakfast, bed and knowledge "
Australia
David A.
The price is NZ$187
includes taxes & fees
4 July - 5 July
Country Getaway - Studio room with Ensuite in seven-acre landscaped gardens.
Dining

Comfort Hotel Benvenue

Comfort Hotel Benvenue
3.5 star property
Maori Hill
7.8 out of 10, Good, (182 reviews)
"Comfortable and clean. Very handy location."
Australia
Jude
The price is NZ$149
includes taxes & fees
4 July - 5 July
Comfort Hotel Benvenue
Deluxe Studio, Ocean View

The Sea Breeze

The Sea Breeze
2.0 star property
Timaru Central
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (6 reviews)
"We stayed at Seabreeze (family of 4) with our 2 young children. Location was AMAZING so close to the playground, beach, aviary, and an easy walk down the main street. The view was stunning from our room, and even though it was right by the road we didn't find it to busy or noisy. Everything felt new, clean and tidy. It was a beautiful space to stay, and would definitely stay again."
Australia
Kate
The price is NZ$262
includes taxes & fees
10 July - 11 July
The Sea Breeze
One Bedroom Family Unit with Kitchen

Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru

Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru
3.5 star property
Waimataitai
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (277 reviews)
"Clean tidy a very friendly staff"
Australia
robert
The price is NZ$147
includes taxes & fees
25 July - 26 July
Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru
Garden

Phoenix Motel

Phoenix Motel
4.0 star property
Temuka
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (121 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 NZ$174
includes taxes & fees
25 July - 26 July
Phoenix Motel
Apartment, 3 Bedrooms | Private kitchen

Aspen on King Motel

Aspen on King Motel
4.5 star property
Parkside
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (568 reviews)
The price is NZ$194
includes taxes & fees
3 July - 4 July
Aspen on King Motel
Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchen (apartment 9)

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 NZ$154
includes taxes & fees
11 July - 12 July
Blue Dolphin Motel
Sports bar

Northpark Motel

Northpark Motel
3.5 star property
Washdyke
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (80 reviews)
"Very warm and comfortable, easy to get to and quiet despite being near a busy road. Amazing kitchen facilities with everything you need to cook a meal! "
Australia
Clare
The price is NZ$161
includes taxes & fees
31 July - 1 Aug
Northpark Motel
Superior One Bedroom Suite | Balcony view

Panorama Motor Lodge

Panorama Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
Timaru Central
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (135 reviews)
"Check in staff very friendly and helpful. Clean and well appointed room. Free parking. Close to restaurants and beach."
Australia
Kylie
The price is NZ$207
includes taxes & fees
4 July - 5 July
Panorama Motor Lodge
Superior House, 3 Bedrooms, City View | Living area

The Coast Motel

The Coast Motel
3.5 star property
Maori Hill
7.8 out of 10, Good, (158 reviews)
"Nice hotel with and a good check-in. "
United States
Gloria
The price is NZ$157
includes taxes & fees
13 July - 14 July
The Coast Motel
Exterior

Coastal Ridge Apartments

Coastal Ridge Apartments
3.5 star property
Kensington
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (107 reviews)
"Clean room, prime location"
Australia
MOSES
The price is NZ$198
includes taxes & fees
25 July - 26 July
Coastal Ridge Apartments
Property entrance

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 NZ$126
includes taxes & fees
23 July - 24 July
The Fort. Timaru
Executive Studio | Private kitchenette

ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge

ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
Parkside
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (286 reviews)
"Great place to stay. "
Australia
Sheryl lee
The price is NZ$200
includes taxes & fees
25 July - 26 July
ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge
Mini-fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Fitzgerald on King

Fitzgerald on King
2.5 star property
Parkside
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (76 reviews)
"Excellent staff and location"
Australia
Paul
The price is NZ$190
includes taxes & fees
12 July - 13 July
Fitzgerald on King
Free WiFi, bed sheets

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 NZ$96
includes taxes & fees
1 Aug - 2 Aug
Aaron Court Motel
Outdoor dining

River Road Retreat 1 by Tiny Away

River Road Retreat 1 by Tiny Away
Maungati
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2 reviews)
"Perfect accommodation for a stay in the area. Modern conveniences, comfortable bed, lovely rural views. I really enjoyed my stay. "
United States
Trish K.
The price is NZ$168
includes taxes & fees
6 July - 7 July
River Road Retreat 1 by Tiny Away
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Top Scarborough Hotel Reviews

Anchor Motel

Anchor Motel

10/10 Excellent
"Everything was excellent. But the room was really cold, even with the heater on full."
Brent 1-night trip
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Anchor Motel

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Scarborough Hostels information

Number of reviews
3,272
Accommodation
1 Hostels
Lowest Price
NZ$96
Highest Price
NZ$262

Frequently asked questions

What are the best hostels in Scarborough?
Our travellers like these places to stay in the surrounding area, and they may have budget-friendly prices: Find your stay peaceful and comfortable with luxury. Kids friendly - 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from the heart of Scarborough. Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and tour/ticket assistance at this motel. Anchor Motel - 3.4 mi (5.5 km) from the heart of Scarborough. Property features at this motel include free parking and laundry facilities. The Grosvenor - 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from the heart of Scarborough. You can take advantage of free Wi-Fi and free parking at this motel. Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru - 3.6 mi (5.8 km) from the heart of Scarborough. You can take advantage of free Wi-Fi, free parking and laundry facilities at this motel.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Scarborough?
Good weather's definitely a plus when you're discovering new places, 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 what interests you, you might appreciate the area around 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. Visit landmarks such as Tuhawaiki Point Lighthouse.
What's the best way to get to and around Scarborough while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in Scarborough 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 9.3 mi (15 km) away from the city centre.

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