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1. Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge

Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge
4.0 star property
Maori Hill
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (148 reviews)
"Excellent stay!"
Canada
Ivica
The price is CA $169
CA $196 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served

2. The Grosvenor

The Grosvenor
3.0 star property
Timaru Central
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (849 reviews)
"Loved my stay. Great hotel with lovely rooms."
Australia
Ants
The price is CA $125
CA $144 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 22 - Aug 23
The Grosvenor
Five Bedroom House | Private kitchen

3. Anchor Motel

Anchor Motel
2.5 star property
Maori Hill
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (229 reviews)
"Nice clean tidy accommodation, very helpful and pleasant owners."
Australia
John
The price is CA $68
CA $79 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 27 - Aug 28
Anchor Motel
Superior One Bedroom Suite | Balcony view

4. Panorama Motor Lodge

Panorama Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
Timaru Central
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (138 reviews)
"Very good"
Australia
Graeme
The price is CA $147
CA $169 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 21 - Aug 22
Panorama Motor Lodge
Deluxe Studio, Ocean View

5. The Sea Breeze

The Sea Breeze
2.0 star property
Timaru Central
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (13 reviews)
"Clean tidy & good value"
Australia
Brett
The price is CA $168
CA $195 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
The Sea Breeze
Executive Studio | Private kitchenette

6. ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge

ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
Parkside
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (287 reviews)
"Great place to stay. "
Australia
Sheryl lee
The price is CA $131
CA $152 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 17 - Aug 18
ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge
Executive Studio with Spa

7. Asure Ashley Motor Lodge

Asure Ashley Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
Kensington
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (181 reviews)
"Large room, upgraded, wonderful innkeepers, comfy bed, very clean and kitchen worked for us! "
United States
Judy and Jerry
The price is CA $133
CA $153 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Asure Ashley Motor Lodge
One Bedroom Suite

8. Harbour View Motel

Harbour View Motel
2.5 star property
Maori Hill
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (128 reviews)
"Great location, cool view of the port"
Australia
Thomas
The price is CA $158
CA $183 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Harbour View Motel
Reception

9. Cedar Lodge Motel

Cedar Lodge Motel
3.0 star property
Kensington
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (134 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 CA $132
CA $151 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 27 - Aug 28
Cedar Lodge Motel
One Bedroom Family Unit with Kitchen

10. Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru

Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru
3.5 star property
Waimataitai
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (280 reviews)
"Manager was very welcoming and friendly. Rooms were perfect for our families needs and were quite spacious. Surprisngly not noisy, despite being on the main road and a handy location to shops/parks/Caroline Bay"
Australia
Zoe
The price is CA $102
CA $118 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru
Dining

11. Comfort Hotel Benvenue

Comfort Hotel Benvenue
3.5 star property
Maori Hill
7.8 out of 10, Good, (183 reviews)
"Comfortable and clean. Very handy location."
Australia
Jude
The price is CA $120
CA $138 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 29 - Aug 30
Comfort Hotel Benvenue
Exterior

12. Coastal Ridge Apartments

Coastal Ridge Apartments
3.5 star property
Kensington
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (109 reviews)
"One of the bests stays I’ve experienced, ticks all the boxes and then some.. thank you !"
Australia
Sarah
The price is CA $142
CA $164 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 28 - Aug 29
Coastal Ridge Apartments
Apartment, 3 Bedrooms | Private kitchen

13. Aspen on King Motel

Aspen on King Motel
4.5 star property
Parkside
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (570 reviews)
"Very nice and quiet place to stay. We would definitely stay there again."
Australia
Rodney
The price is CA $138
CA $159 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Aspen on King Motel
Front of property

14. Ashbury Park Motel

Ashbury Park Motel
4.0 star property
Waimataitai
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (308 reviews)
"Good place to stay"
Australia
Jared
The price is CA $116
CA $135 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 15 - Sep 16
Ashbury Park Motel
Property entrance

15. 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 CA $84
CA $97 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 17 - Aug 18
The Fort. Timaru
WiFi (free), bed sheets

16. 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 CA $71
CA $82 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Aaron Court Motel
Studio with Seaview

17. Baywatch Motor Lodge

Baywatch Motor Lodge
4.0 star property
Maori Hill
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (130 reviews)
"great view of the sunrise"
Australia
Ross
The price is CA $141
CA $163 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 17 - Aug 18
Baywatch Motor Lodge
Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace

18. Bay City Motor Lodge

Bay City Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
Maori Hill
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (82 reviews)
"Parking very easy great place to stay "
New Zealand
Nick
The price is CA $135
CA $156 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 28 - Aug 29
Bay City Motor Lodge
Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchen (apartment 9)

19. 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 CA $99
CA $126 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 20 - Aug 21
Blue Dolphin Motel
Sports bar

20. Northpark Motel

Northpark Motel
3.5 star property
Washdyke
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (80 reviews)
"Clean room friendly staff"
Australia
Cattareeya
The price is CA $104
CA $121 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Northpark Motel
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Top Timaru Hotel Reviews

Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru

Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru

10/10 Excellent
"Clean spacious room. Comfortable."
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Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru

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Timaru Hostels information

Number of reviews
3,450
Accommodation
1 Hostels
Lowest Price
CA $79
Highest Price
CA $196

Frequently asked questions

Should I stay in a hostel in Timaru?
Hostels are a great way to stay for a good value, so you can save your money for going out. If you're hoping to treat your taste buds while you're here, you can check out the bars.
What is a hostel?
No two hostels look exactly the same, but these dormitory-style accommodations all have shared rooms (though many have private options too), low prices, and a social environment.
What are the best hostels in Timaru?
While you're deciding on where to stay, check out this top hostel in Timaru: Stay Timaru - You can take advantage of free WiFi and free parking, as well as laundry facilities. Rooms come with towels, showers, and bed sheets.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Timaru?
The weather is important when you're experiencing new places, so here's some information about the seasons: The hottest months are usually February and January with an average temp of 45°F, while the coldest months are July and August with an average of 27°F. The rainiest months in Timaru are May, September, December, and July, with each month seeing an average of 14 inches of rainfall.
What is there to see and do in Timaru?
Depending on your interests, you might like to explore the area around Timaru. Get out into nature with places like Caroline Bay Beach, Ashbury Park, and Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden. Cultural attractions include South Canterbury Museum. Visit landmarks like Timaru Lighthouse.
What's the best way to get to and around Timaru while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in and around Timaru 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 6.7 mi (10.7 km) from the city center. After you've arrived, you may want to use public transit during your trip. If you're looking to explore more of the area, head over to Timaru Station to catch a train.

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