Title: Book The Best Hotels in Otaio for 2026 from CA $81 - Fully Refundable Options - Expedia.ca

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## Our top choices for Otaio hotels

![One Bedroom Family Unit with Kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2600000/2593000/2592958/1d3e34b8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![View from property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2600000/2593000/2592958/d5ac8a92.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Balcony](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2600000/2593000/2592958/2320690e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2600000/2593000/2592958/41c578a2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Timaru-Hotels-Parklands-Motor-Lodge.h2592958.Hotel-Information)

Waimataitai

8.6/10

Excellent

(258 reviews)

"Staff great friendly room tidy"

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

Jaroslav

CA $112

CA $130 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 5 - Mar 6

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Timaru-Hotels-Parklands-Motor-Lodge.h2592958.Hotel-Information)

![Apartment, 3 Bedrooms | Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9625000/9624908/70ee6310.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9625000/9624908/a840cdce.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Arcade](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9625000/9624908/552f02c7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![TV, DVD player, books, video library](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9625000/9624908/80bb0d22.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Aspen on King Motel

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Timaru-Hotels-Aspen-On-King-Motel.h9624908.Hotel-Information)

Parkside

8.8/10

Excellent

(564 reviews)

"Extremely spacious rooms, extremely helpful staff, close to amenities, fantastic playground for kids on site. Lots of room and parking."

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

Anthony McGrath

CA $153

CA $176 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 6 - Mar 7

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Timaru-Hotels-Aspen-On-King-Motel.h9624908.Hotel-Information)

![Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6960000/6953100/6953082/cfbb9948.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Four Bedroom Villa ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6960000/6953100/6953082/8eae2464.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6960000/6953100/6953082/646a635a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6960000/6953100/6953082/a1b936b3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Baywatch Motor Lodge

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Timaru-Hotels-Baywatch-Motor-Lodge.h6953082.Hotel-Information)

Maori Hill

8.6/10

Excellent

(124 reviews)

"Room immaculate, hosts lovely "

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

Louise

CA $152

CA $176 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 7 - Mar 8

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Timaru-Hotels-Baywatch-Motor-Lodge.h6953082.Hotel-Information)

![Breakfast, lunch and dinner served](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9625400/9625343/3e1de2bd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9625400/9625343/e0fcbeea.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Casino](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9625400/9625343/da1dfeb3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9625400/9625343/50e6371d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### The Grosvenor

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Timaru-Hotels-The-Grosvenor.h9625343.Hotel-Information)

Timaru Central

7.8/10

Good

(822 reviews)

"Everything was perfect and the room very clean A most enjoyable stay"

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

Richard

CA $121

CA $140 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 7 - Mar 8

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Timaru-Hotels-The-Grosvenor.h9625343.Hotel-Information)

![Executive Studio | Private kitchenette](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2510000/2506500/2506498/a9f5197b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Executive 1 Bedroom Spa | Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2510000/2506500/2506498/b8f709de.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2510000/2506500/2506498/9247a687.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Balcony view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2510000/2506500/2506498/7672d9f8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Timaru-Hotels-Avenue-Motor-Lodge.h2506498.Hotel-Information)

Parkside

9.4/10

Exceptional

(278 reviews)

"Huge clean room, great amenities in the kitchen and very nice staff. "

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Colleen

CA $144

CA $167 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 14 - Mar 15

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Timaru-Hotels-Avenue-Motor-Lodge.h2506498.Hotel-Information)

![Executive Studio with Spa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3650000/3644200/3644136/2f0b7552.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Executive Studio with Spa | Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3650000/3644200/3644136/e80a07aa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![32-inch LCD TV with satellite channels, TV, Netflix](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3650000/3644200/3644136/aba02a9b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3650000/3644200/3644136/467c2d1b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Asure Ashley Motor Lodge

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Timaru-Hotels-Asure-Ashley-Motor-Lodge.h3644136.Hotel-Information)

Kensington

9.4/10

Exceptional

(175 reviews)

"A lovely, comfortable, spacious place to stay."

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

Debra

CA $146

CA $168 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 10 - Mar 11

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Timaru-Hotels-Asure-Ashley-Motor-Lodge.h3644136.Hotel-Information)

![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3770000/3762400/3762351/bc4400b5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Efficiency, Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3770000/3762400/3762351/268de573.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Efficiency, Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3770000/3762400/3762351/e98b7268.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3770000/3762400/3762351/1a62835a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Comfort Hotel Benvenue

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Timaru-Hotels-Comfort-Hotel-Benvenue.h3762351.Hotel-Information)

Maori Hill

7.8/10

Good

(176 reviews)

"Staff were so helpful"

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

Gillian

CA $108

CA $124 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 28 - Mar 29

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Timaru-Hotels-Comfort-Hotel-Benvenue.h3762351.Hotel-Information)

![One Bedroom Suite](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35240000/35235600/35235547/8b1802f8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Front of property - evening/night](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35240000/35235600/35235547/2e530796.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![One Bedroom Suite | Bathroom](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35240000/35235600/35235547/619b64f3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Two Bedroom Suite | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35240000/35235600/35235547/e7f86cb1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Harbour View Motel

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Timaru-Hotels-Harbour-View-Motel.h35235547.Hotel-Information)

Maori Hill

9.2/10

Wonderful

(117 reviews)

"Nice location."

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Eddie

CA $160

CA $185 total

includes taxes & fees

Apr 1 - Apr 2

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Timaru-Hotels-Harbour-View-Motel.h35235547.Hotel-Information)

![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20160000/20157900/20157821/8e736275.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Two Bedroom Unit | Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20160000/20157900/20157821/41c6ccc8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Studio Queen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20160000/20157900/20157821/c30ca98b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Standard One Bedroom Unit](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20160000/20157900/20157821/1bc02e9b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Cedar Lodge Motel

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Timaru-Hotels-Cedar-Lodge-Motel.h20157821.Hotel-Information)

Kensington

9.4/10

Exceptional

(127 reviews)

"Great place to stay for short term"

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

AYELEN

CA $129

CA $148 total

includes taxes & fees

Apr 1 - Apr 2

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Timaru-Hotels-Cedar-Lodge-Motel.h20157821.Hotel-Information)

![Property entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113650000/113647900/113647837/2ae10a39.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lobby sitting area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113650000/113647900/113647837/9fbe6120.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Business Double Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113650000/113647900/113647837/5c8d9fc1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Interior entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113650000/113647900/113647837/c604c72b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### The Fort. Timaru

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Timaru-Hotels-The-Fort-Timaru.h113647837.Hotel-Information)

Timaru Central

8.0/10

Very good

(12 reviews)

"Great place, close to town"

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

Steve

CA $108

CA $125 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 14 - Mar 15

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Timaru-Hotels-The-Fort-Timaru.h113647837.Hotel-Information)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20160000/20157900/20157828/7d4dd3f1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Executive Studio | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20160000/20157900/20157828/1f896c71.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Executive Studio | Private kitchenette](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20160000/20157900/20157828/71fb50b9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![One Bedroom Apartment | Private kitchenette](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20160000/20157900/20157828/0d98f327.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Coastal Ridge Apartments

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Timaru-Hotels-Coastal-Ridge-Apartments.h20157828.Hotel-Information)

Kensington

9.6/10

Exceptional

(103 reviews)

"Very friendly staff, clean room, easy parking, good location."

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

YING

CA $156

CA $181 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 8 - Mar 9

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Timaru-Hotels-Coastal-Ridge-Apartments.h20157828.Hotel-Information)

![Superior Studio with Seaview](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35550000/35542700/35542681/4b3ac912.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Executive Two Bedroom Apartment with Spa Bath](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35550000/35542700/35542681/27c38efa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Two Bedroom Apartment with Spa Bath Ground Floor](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35550000/35542700/35542681/35ec2638.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35550000/35542700/35542681/428aa244.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Timaru-Hotels-Bay-Viaduct-Motor-Lodge.h35542681.Hotel-Information)

Maori Hill

9.6/10

Exceptional

(140 reviews)

"We received a warm welcome and the room very very pleasant, clean and had everything we needed."

![United Kingdom](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/uk.svg)

Sarah

CA $168

CA $195 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 25 - Mar 26

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Timaru-Hotels-Bay-Viaduct-Motor-Lodge.h35542681.Hotel-Information)

![Superior One Bedroom Suite | Balcony view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17870000/17863900/17863877/63044ea3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Deluxe One Bedroom Suite](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17870000/17863900/17863877/80a3e233.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Superior One Bedroom Suite | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17870000/17863900/17863877/48b3605b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Internal studio | Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17870000/17863900/17863877/0a4e9d44.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Panorama Motor Lodge

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Timaru-Hotels-Panorama-Motor-Lodge.h17863877.Hotel-Information)

Timaru Central

8.8/10

Excellent

(123 reviews)

"Very clean and spacious"

![Canada](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/ca.svg)

Peter

CA $151

CA $174 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 15 - Mar 16

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Timaru-Hotels-Panorama-Motor-Lodge.h17863877.Hotel-Information)

![Sports bar](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9625300/9625227/a20093de.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lobby sitting area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9625300/9625227/051cdf19.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Standard Studio ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9625300/9625227/1c728283.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Superior Studio | Shared kitchen facilities](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9625300/9625227/2b657625.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Northpark Motel

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Timaru-Hotels-Northpark-Motel.h9625227.Hotel-Information)

Washdyke

8.4/10

Very good

(71 reviews)

"Really convenient, great staff and plenty of dinning options. "

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

Ross

CA $123

CA $143 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 8 - Mar 9

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Timaru-Hotels-Northpark-Motel.h9625227.Hotel-Information)

![Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/98000000/97080000/97072700/97072619/aca87d6e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Mini-fridge, microwave, stovetop, toaster](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/98000000/97080000/97072700/97072619/a8b89550.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/98000000/97080000/97072700/97072619/2296e3a7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/98000000/97080000/97072700/97072619/9303b559.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Aaron Court Motel

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Timaru-Hotels-Aaron-Court-Motel.h97072619.Hotel-Information)

Maori Hill

7.0/10

Good

(116 reviews)

"Great budget accomodation"

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

Rachael

CA $70

CA $81 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 18 - Mar 19

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Timaru-Hotels-Aaron-Court-Motel.h97072619.Hotel-Information)

![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9626200/9626108/1d9ecd92.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Family Room (Two Units with Connecting Door) | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9626200/9626108/aa0036b5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Family Room (Two Units with Connecting Door) | Private kitchenette](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9626200/9626108/f919fb3a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Front of property - evening/night](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9626200/9626108/fefac887.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Ashbury Park Motel

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Timaru-Hotels-Ashbury-Park-Motel.h9626108.Hotel-Information)

Waimataitai

8.6/10

Excellent

(303 reviews)

"Clean and quiet"

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Kim

CA $116

CA $134 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 25 - Mar 26

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Timaru-Hotels-Ashbury-Park-Motel.h9626108.Hotel-Information)

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### Blue Dolphin Motel

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Timaru-Hotels-Blue-Dolphin-Motel.h9626336.Hotel-Information)

Maori Hill

8.0/10

Very good

(163 reviews)

"Great location. Clean rooms and everything you need in the kitchen."

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Meral

CA $99

CA $126 total

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Mar 14 - Mar 15

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### Anchor Motel

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Maori Hill

8.0/10

Very good

(202 reviews)

"Good stay, location great, staff friendly and spacious room."

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Grant

CA $84

CA $97 total

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Mar 5 - Mar 6

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### Fitzgerald on King

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Parkside

8.8/10

Excellent

(74 reviews)

"Great place to stay"

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Alistair

CA $137

CA $158 total

includes taxes & fees

Apr 1 - Apr 2

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Timaru-Hotels-Fitzgerald-On-King.h26967140.Hotel-Information)

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### Bay City Motor Lodge

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Timaru-Hotels-Bay-City-Motor-Lodge.h27558987.Hotel-Information)

Maori Hill

8.4/10

Very good

(70 reviews)

"The room was spotless and very comfortable. Check in and out was painless with being notified beforehand what our room number was and a drop box to drop key in on leaving."

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Pamela

CA $143

CA $165 total

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Apr 1 - Apr 2

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## Top Otaio Hotel Reviews

## Recent Reviews in Otaio

![The Grosvenor](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9625400/9625343/6b9b7a65_y.jpg)

### The Grosvenor

10/10 Excellent

"Room very clean and tidy, staff friendly and helpful"

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### ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Really large room, more like a studio flat. Great facilities for cooking and dining in the room. Comfortable easy chairs to sit on so you are not sitting on your bed. Immaculately clean. Really friendly, helpful staff."

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![Asure Ashley Motor Lodge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3650000/3644200/3644136/4d1d11c7_y.jpg)

### Asure Ashley Motor Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room. Polite staff"

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### Bay City Motor Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Clean and very spacious room. In a great location."

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### Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru

10/10 Excellent

"clean room, friendly staff"

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### Aspen on King Motel

10/10 Excellent

"Room was spotless, staff were friendly, perfect for families "

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![Panorama Motor Lodge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17870000/17863900/17863877/7ef59443_y.jpg)

### Panorama Motor Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Modern, extremely clean and comfortable. Very nice staff too. I had a large, top floor apartment style room. No elevator though. Very high recommendation."

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### Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent stay!"

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### Anchor Motel

10/10 Excellent

"Great room with cooking facilities inside which was appreciated although I didn't need to use, lady on the front desk was lovely and helpful. Good location in Timaru close to the beach"

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## More cheap stays in Otaio

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### Aaron Court Motel

27 Evans St Timaru Canterbury

CA $70

CA $81 total

Mar 18 - Mar 19

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7/10 Good! (116 reviews)

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### Anchor Motel

42 Evans St Timaru 

CA $84

CA $97 total

Mar 5 - Mar 6

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8/10 Very Good! (202 reviews)

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### Fitzgerald on King

7-9 Princess Street Timaru 

CA $137

CA $158 total

Apr 1 - Apr 2

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8 Evans Street Timaru SOUTH ISLAND

CA $160

CA $185 total

Apr 1 - Apr 2

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9.2/10 Wonderful! (117 reviews)

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## Frequently asked questions

### What is the best area to stay in Otaio?

> This area is generally rural, characterised by rolling hills, farmland, and the natural beauty of the Otaio River flowing through it. Accommodation options often consist of secluded lodges, farm stays, or boutique retreats that offer privacy and direct access to the natural surroundings. It's a place where you can enjoy the quiet of the countryside.
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> Couples looking for a peaceful escape will find the Otaio Valley ideal. Many lodges here offer private settings, often with views of the valley or river, making them superb for a relaxing break away from the hustle and bustle. Activities like gentle walks along the riverbanks or simply unwinding in a tranquil setting are readily available.
> 
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> For those seeking a quiet retreat, the Otaio Valley provides an excellent base. The focus here is on relaxation and connection with nature, with opportunities for stargazing, birdwatching, or simply enjoying the expansive landscape.

### When is the best time to go to Otaio?

> Couples looking for an active holiday will find this period ideal. You'll be able to enjoy hiking and cycling through the scenic landscapes of the Otaio Gorge or along the nearby coastline. The warmer temperatures also make it pleasant for exploring the local vineyards and enjoying outdoor dining at the area's excellent restaurants.
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> Solo travellers seeking adventure and natural beauty will also appreciate the summer. With longer daylight hours, there's more time to explore the walking tracks, try some fishing in the Otaio River, or simply relax on the beaches.

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