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Timaru – 33 hotels and places to stay
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The Grosvenor Hotel, hotel in Timaru

Located in a restored historic building in the center of Timaru, The Grosvenor Hotel is just a 2-minute walk from the Intercity bus terminal. It is a 15-minute walk to Caroline Bay Beach.

Easy to walk to the beach
7.3
Scored 7.3
Good
Rated good
903 reviews
Price fromTL 3,357.47per night
Comfort Hotel Benvenue, hotel in Timaru

Just 5 minutes’ walk from Caroline Bay Beach, Comfort Hotel Benvenue features a restaurant, a bar and a fitness center. It offers rooms with free WiFi and flat-screen satellite TV.

Location was central and handy to Caroline Bay and the shops.
7.2
Scored 7.2
Good
Rated good
366 reviews
Price fromTL 3,344.10per night
Baywatch Motor Lodge, hotel in Timaru

Offering free on-site parking, Baywatch Motor Lodge is just 5 minutes’ drive from the Port of Timaru and Timaru’s shops and restaurants. All accommodations offers satellite TV. Some feature a spa...

Fair location
8.4
Scored 8.4
Very Good
Rated very good
746 reviews
Price fromTL 3,633.09per night
Bay City Motor Lodge, hotel in Timaru

Located in Timaru, a 8-minute walk from Caroline Bay Beach, Bay City Motor Lodge provides accommodations with free WiFi and free private parking. This 4-star motel offers luggage storage space.

The location is perfect, easy to find when we arrived in Timaru, and there was still a person to help us check in when arrived at night. The unit was cosy with sufficient space for 5 adults.
8.2
Scored 8.2
Very Good
Rated very good
333 reviews
Price fromTL 3,440.43per night
Cedar Lodge Motel, hotel in Timaru

Cedar Lodge Motel offers spacious, self-contained accommodations on the ground floor. Guests can choose between a studio, 1-bedroom apartment or 2-bedroom apartment.

Very large and comfortable room. Good facilities and very helpful staff.
9.2
Scored 9.2
Wonderful
Rated wonderful
272 reviews
Price fromTL 3,520.25per night
Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge, hotel in Timaru

The centrally located Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge offers accommodations with a private balcony or patio and king-size beds.

Our room was great. We had a view of the bay which was neat. The gal that was on duty was amazing and so very helpful. I was able to get a load of laundry done which was appreciated. This motor lodge was very clean and comfortable.
8.8
Scored 8.8
Excellent
Rated excellent
395 reviews
Price fromTL 3,956.49per night
The Ocean Breeze CBD, hotel in Timaru

Located in Timaru, 656 feet off the SH 1 highway in the Canterbury region, The Ocean Breeze CBD provides accommodations with free WiFi.

Easy to find Easy to park Staff was very responsive and helpful Location was great for exploring Timaru Comfortable Bed Very clean personal bedroom and bathroom and shower were clean, and comfortable to use in a shared situation.
7.3
Scored 7.3
Good
Rated good
196 reviews
Price fromTL 2,359.15per night
Aaron Court Motel, hotel in Timaru

Aaron Court Motel is located in Timaru, 2 hours' drive from Christchurch and Dunedin. Free WiFi is provided and all rooms have freeview TV.

Good location, pretty basic but good value for money! Appreciated the free off road parking too.
6.8
Scored 6.8
Pleasant
Rated pleasant
301 reviews
Price fromTL 2,162.56per night
BARNES STREET BNB, hotel in Timaru

Providing a garden, BARNES STREET BNB provides accommodations in Timaru. Featuring garden and inner courtyard views, this apartment also provides guests with free Wifi.

Service, room, and location
9.1
Scored 9.1
Wonderful
Rated wonderful
94 reviews
Price fromTL 3,047.24per night
Pleasant View Bed & Breakfast, hotel in Timaru

Overlooking Caroline Bay, Pleasant View Bed & Breakfast is a 5-minute drive from Highfield Golf Course.

Great location and wonderfully welcome host in Rosemary. The place was super clean and well cared for. Close to town and with stunning views over Caroline Bay.
9.5
Scored 9.5
Exceptional
Rated exceptional
151 reviews
Price fromTL 3,322.47per night
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What Guests Said About Timaru:

  • 10
    Scored 10

    Timaru was larger than I realised but staying in Caroline...

    Timaru was larger than I realised but staying in Caroline Bay area was fabulous as close to the hub of activity / cafe. Played golf at Timaru and whilst the course is 18 holes, it was very flat but 2 or 3 of the holes, around the lake, were interesting. Had dinner at Pier 64 which was absolutely excellent
    Versfeld
  • 10
    Scored 10

    It was easy to get around Timaru.

    It was easy to get around Timaru. All roads are well sign posted and the roads are in great condition. We used Timaru as base to visit other tourist attractions nearby and our stay at Glenie Cottage BnB was a perfect location to relax after our touring around. The town is clean and tidy, as much of New Zealand is. We loved the unique Steampunk Museum. The adventure playground at Carolyn Bay would be a child's dream come true. Timaru, you have designed a top notch adventure playground to cater for all children. A must visit for families with children. Well done! As an older couple we were impressed with the amazing boardwalk that allowed us to walk around with ease and read the information boards on display. This is a credit to the town.
    Julie
    Australia
  • 10
    Scored 10

    Our accomodation was amazing the owner paid so much...

    Our accomodation was amazing the owner paid so much attention to detail. A bag of rocky road chocolate just to mention one. The apartment was more than we expected and reasonably priced. We ate a tv the Japanese restaurant just a block away it was superb. I’d never been to Timaru before and would certainly recommend.
    Murray
    New Zealand
  • 10
    Scored 10

    Lovely old city with some classic old buildings and stores.

    Lovely old city with some classic old buildings and stores. Nice cafes and restaurants. Easy to get around with call up public transport and cheap. Lovely Caroline Bay and penguins. Nice in the evening to see them come ashore. Good choice of dining places from Asian to Customary. Nice Indian restaurant. I ate most of my meals at the hotel which had a good selection and well presented. A games room at the hotel for those that like that sort of thing. Nice friendly staff.
    Leslie
    New Zealand
  • 8.0
    Scored 8.0

    Best playground for kids, even teens would enjoy it.

    Best playground for kids, even teens would enjoy it. Great flying fox and a hamster wheel for silly adults. Shops are interesting.. not plastic malls. Coffee houses everywhere. Aorangi Park is an excellent event stadium too.
    Patton
    New Zealand
  • 8.0
    Scored 8.0

    Timaru was a lovely little town , we spent most of our time...

    Timaru was a lovely little town , we spent most of our time at the Caroline Bay Carnival & visited other Towns in the region on day trips . We did find the lack of Restaurants & bars that were open over the New Year period a problem which made it difficult to find places to eat & drink & obviously our accommodation was not what we had expected of a Hotel stay . Other than that Timaru was a good trip as my partner had never been there before & we would definitely visit again but stay somewhere else
    De Lautour
    New Zealand

Explore guest reviews of hotels in Timaru

  • 9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 133 reviews
    The Terrace Apartment is a Harbour-Side sea cottage, it overlooks the Port of Timaru. The apartment has extensive views to the South & North, but vision is restricted to the East because of a huge Silo. You soon get used to the Silo, as the Harbour Views, watching ships come & go & the Tugs busily plying their trade of pushing & pulling ships into the wharfs takes over your line of sight. The Town Centre of Timaru is 260metres walk & there are 2 pubs within that range.
    Capt. Robert McKay Gray
    Australia
  • From TL 3,322.47 per night
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 151 reviews
    The accommodation was roomier and more comfortable than expected .The location was quiet and next to a lovely coastal stroll as well as being right beside Caroline Bay. We saw dolphins in the bay which the host went out of her way to show to us. The hosts were friendly and welcoming and the breakfast was very tasty and well cooked. The orange juice was an unexpected treat and the bread for the toast freshly made. We’d definitely recommend and return to.
    Beryl
    United Kingdom
  • From TL 3,967.90 per night
    7.3
    Scored 7.3
    Good
    Rated good
     · 903 reviews
    Great Friendly Staff & guests, being from Christchurch it was nice to have stayed in a heritage Building as ours are gone, will be awesome when the refirbishment is finished - We had a Grosvenor Hotel in the City which had international acts preform, with its share of Locals, Fond memories. Next time i stay i would try for a balcony option on the coastal side. Hold on to your History as you dont realy appreciate it until it's gone.
    Mike
    New Zealand
  • From TL 2,503.26 per night
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 352 reviews
    It was close (walking distance) to the activities I had planned for the weekend. It is close to the shopping area of Timaru, but a block or two from the main street, in a quiet street. There was good off-street parking, although this was being sealed that particular weekend. The staff were helpful in arranging adjacent parking out of the contractor's way. The unit was spacious, well fitted out and comfortable and had good heating.
    Jones
    New Zealand
  • From TL 3,809.05 per night
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 684 reviews
    Wonderful 2 night stay. Unit was spotless, well appointed and cosy. Sky TV, spa bath, our room had all we could ask for. Located close to restaurants and Caroline Bay with it's boardwalk walkways, it was a perfect stay. Our host's were courteous and friendly, Kris and I would definately recommend Aspen on King to anyone looking for a quiet, comfortable stay in Timaru.
    John
    New Zealand
  • 9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 77 reviews
    Stunning property! Beautifully decorated and so well equipped. Felt like a home away from home. Fabulous view and so handy to walk to town and Caroline Bay. Hosts were very helpful and friendly and we appreciated the welcome card and chocolates.
    Jenny
    New Zealand
  • From TL 3,912.26 per night
    7.2
    Scored 7.2
    Good
    Rated good
     · 366 reviews
    Comfortable bed. Underfloor heating. Extra towels were no problem when asked for. Note to all motels/hotels - if women are washing their hair, 1 towel is not enough!
    Julie
    New Zealand
  • From TL 3,956.49 per night
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 395 reviews
    Location good for convenience with cafes, restaurants and the main shopping area all in walking distance. Caroline Bay right across the road which is lovely.
    Richard
    New Zealand
  • From TL 3,912.26 per night
    7.2
    Scored 7.2
    Good
    Rated good
     · 366 reviews
    Spacious room even with a portacot which was great thank you. Great parking available and easy access to room, town and Caroline Bay.
    Geoffrey
    New Zealand
  • 7.2
    Scored 7.2
    Good
    Rated good
     · 340 reviews
    Very clean and comfortable and pet friendly. Was able to bring my elderly rabbit who I didn't want to leave at home. Friendly host.
    Susan
    New Zealand
  • From TL 3,047.24 per night
    7.5
    Scored 7.5
    Good
    Rated good
     · 177 reviews
    Had 3 beds for 4 people as often motels come with 2 double beds for 4 people. Nice location, close to penguins and Caroline Bay.
    Tina travels
    New Zealand
  • 9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 77 reviews
    Very good location. Very nicely restored in a good complex. Close to everything. Beautifully presented. Overlooks Caroline Bay.
    John
    Australia
  • From TL 2,457.45 per night
    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,013 reviews
    Hotel older style ,but everything worked,and comfortable. close to all eateries and town.
    Robert
    New Zealand
  • From TL 2,457.45 per night
    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,013 reviews
    The location was great for us being so handy to Caroline bay and the swimming pools.
    Claire
    New Zealand
  • From TL 3,853.28 per night
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 300 reviews
    So convenient to Caroline Bay activities, great restaurants and cbd shopping.
    Christine
    New Zealand
  • From TL 4,848.45 per night
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 362 reviews
    Great location across the road from Caroline Bay. Layout of bedroom was great
    Cheryl
    New Zealand
  • From TL 3,027.58 per night
    7.1
    Scored 7.1
    Good
    Rated good
     · 319 reviews
    Close to Caroline Bay where we were attending a function over the weekend.
    DENISE
    New Zealand
  • From TL 1,838.17 per night
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 1,029 reviews
    Close to Caroline bay Pak n save just a five min walk
    Susan
    New Zealand
  • From TL 3,967.90 per night
    7.3
    Scored 7.3
    Good
    Rated good
     · 903 reviews
    The hotel was very dated but also very clean.
    Bob
    United States of America
  • From TL 3,853.28 per night
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 300 reviews
    Great location across from Caroline Bay
    malcolm
    New Zealand
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