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Top hotels and accommodation in Timaru

Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge

2.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (121)
"Great location and comfortable "
The price is NZ$201
includes taxes & fees
6 July - 7 July
Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge

Aaron Court Motel

2.0 star property
7.2 out of 10, Good, (77)
"It was good they really had good communication "
The price is NZ$99
includes taxes & fees
6 July - 7 July
Aaron Court Motel

The Grosvenor

3.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (790)
"Great stay well priced"
The price is NZ$154
includes taxes & fees
17 July - 18 July
The Grosvenor

Baywatch Motor Lodge

4.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (114)
"Great location. Warm and friendly Hosts, Gorgeous Dog!"
The price is NZ$181
includes taxes & fees
7 July - 8 July
Baywatch Motor Lodge

Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru

3.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (233)
"Good motel"
The price is NZ$145
includes taxes & fees
12 July - 13 July
Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru

Comfort Hotel Benvenue

3.5 star property
7.6 out of 10, Good, (159)
"Budget accommodation slightly over priced for location and quality"
The price is NZ$159
includes taxes & fees
13 July - 14 July
Comfort Hotel Benvenue

Cedar Lodge Motel

3.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (117)
"Great stay, very nice motel."
The price is NZ$223
includes taxes & fees
14 July - 15 July
Cedar Lodge Motel

Coastal Ridge Apartments

3.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (97)
"Amazing place to staying. Very confortable and quiet"
The price is NZ$202
includes taxes & fees
1 Aug - 2 Aug
Coastal Ridge Apartments

The Coast Motel

3.5 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (154)
"Great property, very convenient "
The price is NZ$141
includes taxes & fees
6 July - 7 July
The Coast Motel

Harbour View Motel

2.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (104)
"great parking, awesome room, views almost like Rarotonga, "
The price is NZ$191
includes taxes & fees
16 July - 17 July
Harbour View Motel

ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge

3.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (252)
"Great staff very tidy and comfortable beds"
The price is NZ$201
includes taxes & fees
6 July - 7 July
ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge

Ashbury Park Motel

4.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (283)
"Good stay, lovely host, great accommodation and location"
The price is NZ$160
includes taxes & fees
6 July - 7 July
Ashbury Park Motel

Anchor Motel

2.5 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (192)
"Comfortable stay as described in room discription "
The price is NZ$112
includes taxes & fees
7 July - 8 July
Anchor Motel

The Fort. Timaru

3.0 star property
7.0 out of 10, Good, (4)
"Great place, close to town"
The price is NZ$133
includes taxes & fees
13 July - 14 July
The Fort. Timaru

Blue Dolphin Motel

3.5 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (146)
"Great value for money"
The price is NZ$154
includes taxes & fees
10 July - 11 July
Blue Dolphin Motel

Asure Ashley Motor Lodge

3.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (162)
"Friendly hosts "
The price is NZ$191
includes taxes & fees
12 July - 13 July
Asure Ashley Motor Lodge

Aspen on King Motel

4.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (530)
"We've stayed here quiet a bit. Clean, tidy, great staff. Some of the rooms are rather dated, but we'll be back."
The price is NZ$166
includes taxes & fees
22 July - 23 July
Aspen on King Motel

Northpark Motel

3.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (63)
"Was a great place to stay, clean friendly the restaurant had amazing food"
The price is NZ$155
includes taxes & fees
6 July - 7 July
Northpark Motel

Fitzgerald on King

2.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (69)
"The lovely woman at front desk was amazing to me and my friends, she was so kind and made us feel so comfortable!! 10/10 would go back"
The price is NZ$191
includes taxes & fees
13 July - 14 July
Fitzgerald on King

Panorama Motor Lodge

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (107)
"nice location, walkable to the little penguins, which we unfortunately missed. "
The price is NZ$202
includes taxes & fees
11 July - 12 July
Panorama Motor Lodge
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Our guide on where to stay in Timaru

Find the best Timaru areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Timaru
Learn more about Timaru
Timaru Central map

Timaru Central

1 out of top 10 points of interest in this area

If you're spending some time in Timaru Central, South Canterbury Museum and Te Ana Maori Rock Art Centre are top sights worth seeing.

Maori Hill map

Maori Hill

2 out of top 10 points of interest in this area

While visiting Maori Hill, you might make a stop by sights like Caroline Bay Beach and Timaru Lighthouse.

Timaru Port map

Timaru Port

1 out of top 10 points of interest in this area

While visiting Timaru Port, you might make a stop by sights like Caroline Bay Beach and Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden.

Marchwiel map

Marchwiel

While Marchwiel may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Ashbury Park and Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden.

Washdyke map

Washdyke

2 out of top 10 points of interest in this area

While visiting Washdyke, you might make a stop by sights like DB Brewery and Washdyke Lagoon Wildlife Refuge.

Learn more about Timaru

Explore upscale Timaru: its bars, opera, countryside and more!

Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to stay in Timaru?

Cedar Lodge Motel is a favourite choice with Expedia customers. Traveller reviews also recommend Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge and Harbour View Motel as top options for your visit. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in Timaru.

What are some of the best holiday rentals that Timaru has to offer?

Seaside Retreat - Stylish, newly renovated oceanside property : This highly rated holiday home rental in Timaru offers a fireplace, a patio and a BBQ to help you feel perfectly comfortable in your new surroundings. Kitchen amenities include a dishwasher, a stovetop and a microwave. Make the most of garden in this rental home to help you unwind. Other favourite homes for rent in Timaru are Seaside Bungalow Timaru and Home Sweet Home. See all vacation rentals in Timaru.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Timaru, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most room reservations are refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your arrival date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Timaru.

What's the best place to stay on a budget in Timaru?

Based on our traveller reviews, Stay Timaru is a top choice for a less expensive stay. View all budget hotels in Timaru.

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. Cedar Lodge Motel is another good option for your child-friendly holiday. Find more child-friendly accommodations in Timaru.

What's the best accommodation for a couple visiting Timaru?

Glendeer Lodge is a favourite 5-star B&B for couples, and features pillowtop beds and bathrobes.

What is the top LGBTQ-friendly place to stay in Timaru?

Aspen on King Motel is one of the top choices for those in the LGBT community. See all available hotels listed as LGBTQ-friendly in Timaru.

What's the best dog-friendly accommodation option in Timaru?

The Sanctuary Beach Side is a top guest house for people travelling with their pets, and offers laundry facilities and free WiFi for its human guests. Other good options to stay with your pet include Anchor Motel and The Coast Motel. See more pet-friendly hotel accommodations in Timaru.

What's the best hotel for a beach holiday in Timaru?

The Grosvenor is a top beach hotel offering free WiFi and free parking, located within a short 12-minute walk of Caroline Bay Beach . Other good choices to stay near the beach include Ashbury Park Motel and Panorama Motor Lodge. See more stays near the beach in Timaru.

What's the best high-end place to stay in Timaru?

Aspen on King Motel is a 4.5-star property with a terrace, and a popular choice for Expedia travellers looking for a luxurious stay. Find more luxury hotels in Timaru.

What is the best spa hotel in Timaru?

Stay Timaru is a top spa hotel with 14 rooms, free WiFi and laundry facilities. See all spa hotels in Timaru.

What's it like staying in Timaru?

Luxury-minded travellers will find upscale places to stay in Timaru, and many visitors will definitely appreciate the bars and spas. Tourists can also enjoy so much more including its waterfront. In Timaru, there are 31 hotels and other accommodation options to choose from. Find out more about Timaru.

What are the top places to visit in Timaru?

Landmarks like Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden, Timaru Lighthouse and Botanic Gardens might be worth a visit. Natural beauty is on display at Caroline Bay Beach, Ashbury Park and Washdyke Lagoon Wildlife Refuge. A couple of additional sights to add to your itinerary are South Canterbury Museum and DB Brewery. Take a look at what more there is to see and do in Expedia's Timaru guide.

How should I get around Timaru?

If you want to explore the larger area, hop aboard a train at Timaru Station. If you want to venture out around the area, you may want a rental car in Timaru for your journey.

What's the seasonal weather 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.