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19 Jun - 21 Jun
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26 Jun - 28 Jun
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10 Jul - 12 Jul
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7 Aug - 9 Aug

Our top choices for Timaru motels

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, (276 reviews)
"Clean tidy a very friendly staff"
Australia
robert
The price is NZ$145
includes taxes & fees
20 June - 21 June
Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru
Five Bedroom House | Private kitchen

Anchor Motel

Anchor Motel
2.5 star property
Maori Hill
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (220 reviews)
"Nice clean tidy accommodation, very helpful and pleasant owners."
Australia
John
The price is NZ$98
includes taxes & fees
14 June - 15 June
Anchor Motel
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
10 June - 11 June
Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge
Superior One Bedroom Suite | Balcony view

Panorama Motor Lodge

Panorama Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
Timaru Central
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (133 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
11 June - 12 June
Panorama Motor Lodge
Free WiFi, bed sheets

Aaron Court Motel

Aaron Court Motel
2.0 star property
Maori Hill
6.8 out of 10, (137 reviews)
"Easy to get to and been able to drive around, park at the property."
Australia
Peter
The price is NZ$97
includes taxes & fees
24 June - 25 June
Aaron Court Motel
Sports bar

Northpark Motel

Northpark Motel
3.5 star property
Washdyke
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (79 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$163
includes taxes & fees
26 June - 27 June
Northpark Motel
One Bedroom Suite

Harbour View Motel

Harbour View Motel
2.5 star property
Maori Hill
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (126 reviews)
"Nice location."
United States
Eddie
The price is NZ$222
includes taxes & fees
14 June - 15 June
Harbour View Motel
Executive Studio | Private kitchenette

ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge

ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
Parkside
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (285 reviews)
"Great place to stay. "
Australia
Sheryl lee
The price is NZ$200
includes taxes & fees
13 June - 14 June
ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge
Reception

Cedar Lodge Motel

Cedar Lodge Motel
3.0 star property
Kensington
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (133 reviews)
"A perfect stopover on the way to Christchurch. Clean and quiet, lots of room and easy to get in and out on the main road."
Australia
Lindsay
The price is NZ$179
includes taxes & fees
21 June - 22 June
Cedar Lodge Motel
Deluxe Studio, Ocean View

The Sea Breeze

The Sea Breeze
2.0 star property
Timaru Central
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2 reviews)
"Great hotel, close to town and very modern."
United States
Kurt
The price is NZ$260
includes taxes & fees
8 June - 9 June
The Sea Breeze
Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Baywatch Motor Lodge

Baywatch Motor Lodge
4.0 star property
Maori Hill
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (126 reviews)
"Great location to walk to beach and see penguins ( note we thought they came in from sea but when we visited in a April they were asleep in the rocks until just after sunset and then they just came out!). Friendly hosts, clean and we had a lovely view from first floor. "
United Kingdom
Timothy
The price is NZ$195
includes taxes & fees
8 June - 9 June
Baywatch Motor Lodge
Executive Studio with Spa

Asure Ashley Motor Lodge

Asure Ashley Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
Kensington
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (179 reviews)
"Large room, upgraded, wonderful innkeepers, comfy bed, very clean and kitchen worked for us! "
United States
Judy and Jerry
The price is NZ$210
includes taxes & fees
12 June - 13 June
Asure Ashley Motor Lodge
Front of property

Ashbury Park Motel

Ashbury Park Motel
4.0 star property
Waimataitai
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (305 reviews)
"Great facilities, very clean and welcoming hosts"
United Kingdom
Kelly
The price is NZ$178
includes taxes & fees
13 June - 14 June
Ashbury Park Motel
Basic Studio | Bathroom

Bay City Motor Lodge

Bay City Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
Maori Hill
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (76 reviews)
"Clean and very spacious room. In a great location."
New Zealand
K L
The price is NZ$216
includes taxes & fees
11 June - 12 June
Bay City Motor Lodge
Apartment, 3 Bedrooms | Bathroom

Aspen on King Motel

Aspen on King Motel
4.5 star property
Parkside
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (568 reviews)
"Very nice and quiet place to stay. We would definitely stay there again."
Australia
Rodney
The price is NZ$215
includes taxes & fees
12 June - 13 June
Aspen on King Motel
1 Bedroom | Bathroom

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$207
includes taxes & fees
8 July - 9 July
Fitzgerald on King
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$163
includes taxes & fees
8 June - 9 June
The Coast Motel
Exterior

Black on Grey Motel

Black on Grey Motel
4.0 star property
Geraldine
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (116 reviews)
"Very accommodating, clean and inviting, warm and quiet. Very happy Highly recommended "
Australia
Amanda
The price is NZ$187
includes taxes & fees
11 June - 12 June
Black on Grey Motel
View from property

Geraldine Motels

Geraldine Motels
3.0 star property
Geraldine
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (371 reviews)
"Excellent for the price in a fun town with fine dining."
United States
Mark
The price is NZ$154
includes taxes & fees
19 June - 20 June
Geraldine Motels
Individually decorated, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Andorra Motel

Andorra Motel
3.0 star property
Geraldine
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (317 reviews)
"Good location and price was good for the property "
Australia
Brian
The price is NZ$157
includes taxes & fees
23 June - 24 June
Andorra Motel
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Top Timaru Hotel Reviews

The Grosvenor

The Grosvenor

10/10 Excellent
"Loved my stay. Great hotel with lovely rooms."
Ants 2-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
The Grosvenor

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Timaru Motels information

Number of reviews
3,512
Accommodation
26 Motels
Lowest Price
NZ$97
Highest Price
NZ$260

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Timaru?
If you're having trouble locating a motel in Timaru, expand your search to find motels in the surrounding area or let us help you find something similar from more than 34 hotels and other accommodation options. Simply use our search tools to filter by nightly room rate or cost-saving amenities such as free parking and free breakfast.
What are motels like?
At many motels, you'll often find an outdoor pool and free parking. When you stay at a motel property, you'll usually access your room directly from the car park. Beginning in the early 1950s, customised neon signs often lit up the roadside motels, and examples can still be seen today along historic US Route 66.
What are the best motels in Timaru?
Anchor Motel: Enjoy access to the laundry facilities, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Aaron Court Motel: Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities such as a kitchen. Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru: Enjoy access to the laundry facilities, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Bay City Motor Lodge: Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities such as a kitchen. ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge: Enjoy access to the laundry facilities, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking.
How many motels are there in Timaru?
You can select from 18 affordable motels in Timaru.
What can I do in Timaru?
In this walkable area, you can explore the spas and enjoy the bars while you're sightseeing. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Caroline Bay Beach, Botanic Gardens and Dashing Rocks Beach. During your trip, here are some other places to visit: South Canterbury Museum, Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden and Botanical Gardens.
What's the seasonal weather like in Timaru?
Weather can make or break a road trip, so we've gathered some data about year-round temperatures in Timaru to help you plan yours. 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 are my options for getting around Timaru while staying in a motel?
We've gathered some information about local transportation options in Timaru to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Timaru (TIU-Richard Pearse), which is located 6.7 mi (10.7 km) from the heart of the city. If you want to explore the larger area, hop on a train at Timaru Station.

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