Title: 10 Best Hotels in Timaru Central, Timaru for 2026 | Expedia.ca

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## Our top choices for Timaru Central hotels

![Front of property - evening/night](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9625400/9625343/6b9b7a65.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)

![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9625400/9625343/5788b3ea.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Executive Room, Non Smoking](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9625400/9625343/61e252c7.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

(809)

"Fantastic staff, clean, big room, meals are excellent "

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

Stephanie

CA $108

CA $126 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 19 - Dec 20

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

![Premier Suite, Courtyard View | In-room dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113650000/113647900/113647837/812a0210.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Courtyard](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113650000/113647900/113647837/86b8dee1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Business Double Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113650000/113647900/113647837/4dc97f55.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Laundry room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113650000/113647900/113647837/050c312a.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

7.8/10

Good

(8)

"Great place, close to town"

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

Steve

CA $104

CA $120 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 18 - Dec 19

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

![Studio | Balcony view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17870000/17863900/17863877/7ef59443.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Two Bedroom Suite | Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17870000/17863900/17863877/cdb7fdfc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17870000/17863900/17863877/8b5e14f4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Studio | Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17870000/17863900/17863877/01a43a94.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

(116)

"It was in a great location walking distance to restaurants and town"

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

Sue

CA $144

CA $166 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 17 - Dec 18

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

![Deluxe Studio Spa | Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2510000/2506500/2506498/a5c60319.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)

![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)

### ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge

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

Parkside, 1 km from Timaru Central

9.4/10

Exceptional

(264)

"Very spacious apartment, had everything you would need. Staff very helpful, and friendly. Loved our stay."

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

Anthony

CA $133

CA $154 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 12 - Dec 13

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

![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/98000000/97080000/97072700/97072619/9303b559.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Garden View | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/98000000/97080000/97072700/97072619/354420c0.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)

### Aaron Court Motel

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

Maori Hill, 1.2 km from Timaru Central

7.0/10

Good

(100)

"The room was very clean and the staff/owners were excellent."

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

Janet

CA $69

CA $79 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 18 - Dec 19

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

![Accessible Studio with Seaview](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6960000/6953100/6953082/172b4cad.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6960000/6953100/6953082/6c952153.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Four Bedroom Villa ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6960000/6953100/6953082/59c4f167.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![View from property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6960000/6953100/6953082/5f6aa692.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, 1.1 km from Timaru Central

8.6/10

Excellent

(117)

"Lovely place "

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

Duncan

CA $149

CA $173 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 12 - Dec 13

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

![Efficiency, Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3770000/3762400/3762351/e75d8ca3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lobby sitting area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3770000/3762400/3762351/422200ee.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3770000/3762400/3762351/f28e830b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3770000/3762400/3762351/5f4c55a5.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, 1.1 km from Timaru Central

7.6/10

Good

(164)

"A great spot for a stop over on the way home. "

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

Ange

CA $104

CA $119 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 14 - Dec 15

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

![Executive Studio with Spa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3650000/3644200/3644136/4d1d11c7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3650000/3644200/3644136/6385442f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![One Bedroom with Spa | Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3650000/3644200/3644136/fadee043.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![One Bedroom with Spa | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3650000/3644200/3644136/e66f8d2c.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, 1.7 km from Timaru Central

9.4/10

Exceptional

(171)

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

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

Debra

CA $136

CA $157 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 14 - Dec 15

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

![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)

![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)

![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2600000/2593000/2592958/ebe64faa.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, 1.6 km from Timaru Central

8.6/10

Excellent

(249)

"It was a very short stay for us very happy with our accommodation. "

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

ANN

CA $102

CA $118 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 12 - Dec 13

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

![Garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5080000/5074200/5074136/d1e9b19e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Standard Studio | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5080000/5074200/5074136/295b674d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Five Bedroom House | Balcony](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5080000/5074200/5074136/f271ec8b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Five Bedroom House | Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5080000/5074200/5074136/8a3ddd2d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Anchor Motel

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Timaru-Hotels-Anchor-Motel.h5074136.Hotel-Information)

Maori Hill, 1.3 km from Timaru Central

8.0/10

Very good

(196)

"Its dog friendly which is fantastic and super handy to where i was working "

![New Zealand](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/nz.svg)

yvonne

CA $81

CA $94 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 21 - Dec 22

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Timaru-Hotels-Anchor-Motel.h5074136.Hotel-Information)

![WiFi, wheelchair access](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9626400/9626336/c3b17afd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchen (I Bdrm Apartments 2,3,& 4) | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9626400/9626336/8ac19dbc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9626400/9626336/1a3d331a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9626400/9626336/356084f9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Blue Dolphin Motel

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

Maori Hill, 1.3 km from Timaru Central

8.0/10

Very good

(157)

"It was close to town and cosy & warm when we arrived."

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

Bridget

CA $102

CA $129 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 21 - Dec 22

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

![Superior House, 3 Bedrooms, City View | Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9626100/9626094/323e26e9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Room amenity](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9626100/9626094/90a8c011.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Family Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchenette](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9626100/9626094/b747058d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Superior House, 3 Bedrooms, City View | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9626100/9626094/e0d7fa59.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### The Coast Motel

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Timaru-Hotels-Homestead-Lodge-Motel.h9626094.Hotel-Information)

Maori Hill, 1.1 km from Timaru Central

7.8/10

Good

(156)

"Nice hotel with and a good check-in. "

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

Gloria

CA $103

CA $119 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 12 - Dec 13

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Timaru-Hotels-Homestead-Lodge-Motel.h9626094.Hotel-Information)

![Garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9626600/9626507/1b75f070.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Luxury Studio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9626600/9626507/a2dda685.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9626600/9626507/46fd5a06.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Luxury Studio, 1 King Bed | Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9626600/9626507/61438526.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Phoenix Motel

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Temuka-Hotels-Phoenix-Motel.h9626507.Hotel-Information)

17.8 km from Timaru Central

9.2/10

Wonderful

(113)

"The place to stay in temuka"

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

Steve

CA $122

CA $141 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Temuka-Hotels-Phoenix-Motel.h9626507.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)

![Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (Unit - Option A)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9626200/9626108/fedd8604.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (Unit - Option B)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9626200/9626108/5cd6132a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Kitchenette (Option A+) | Private kitchenette](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9626200/9626108/0e370982.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, 2 km from Timaru Central

8.6/10

Excellent

(290)

"Great wee place. Management were amazing "

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

Ange

CA $106

CA $123 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 12 - Dec 13

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

![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)

![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)

![One Bedroom Apartment | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20160000/20157900/20157828/7c7a6f89.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20160000/20157900/20157828/fa50d5b3.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, 1.7 km from Timaru Central

9.6/10

Exceptional

(102)

"Good location for holiday in timaru, close to places we were visiting."

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

Michael

CA $135

CA $157 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 12 - Dec 13

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

![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)

![Superior One Bedroom Unit](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20160000/20157900/20157821/12c49245.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, 1.7 km from Timaru Central

9.4/10

Exceptional

(126)

"Great place to stay for short term"

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

AYELEN

CA $124

CA $143 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 13 - Dec 14

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

![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)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9625300/9625227/dd66ad7b.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)

![Superior Studio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9625300/9625227/1512472d.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, 4.7 km from Timaru Central

8.4/10

Very good

(67)

"Was a great place to stay, clean friendly the restaurant had amazing food"

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

Fleur

CA $119

CA $138 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 19 - Dec 20

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

![One Bedroom Unit](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35550000/35542700/35542681/7c249233.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35550000/35542700/35542681/6b8ebf9c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![King Studio Ground Floor | Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35550000/35542700/35542681/2055fc10.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)

### Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge

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

Maori Hill, 0.8 km from Timaru Central

9.6/10

Exceptional

(127)

"Very clean and staff so helpful and nice"

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

jennifer

CA $150

CA $174 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 12 - Dec 13

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

![Superior Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Balcony | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27560000/27559000/27558987/74045ea6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Point of interest](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27560000/27559000/27558987/280cdbdd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Point of interest](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27560000/27559000/27558987/2061024b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Point of interest](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27560000/27559000/27558987/f1f6b8c9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Bay City Motor Lodge

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

Maori Hill, 1 km from Timaru Central

8.4/10

Very good

(66)

"Great place to stay, handy to everything "

![New Zealand](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/nz.svg)

Leanne

CA $138

CA $159 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 14 - Dec 15

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

![Family Room, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Family Spa Unit) | Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9625000/9624908/5895fed5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9625000/9624908/8d102176.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![In-room safe, individually furnished, laptop workspace, soundproofing](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9625000/9624908/73ce94ae.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)

### Aspen on King Motel

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

Parkside, 1.1 km from Timaru Central

8.8/10

Excellent

(545)

"Great clean room. Staff very curious and helpful "

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

Jo

CA $118

CA $137 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 6 - Jan 7, 2026

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

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## Where to stay in Timaru Central

Find the best Timaru Central areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. 

- Parkside
- Maori Hill
- Waimataitai
- Timaru Port
- Washdyke

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?pwaOverlay=map&regionId=693191715398647808)

![Parkside map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=289x340&map_id=c017d89749dc74ad&markers=icon:%7C&path=enc:x%7E_nGclct_%40kCEAyE_AB%3FyBc%40%3F%3Fl%40_A%3FC%60Ho%40%3FAeFyAB%3FkBe%40%3F%40zA%7BAH%40%60AeEBAz%40_B%3FWeCqA%3F%3F%7BAg%40%3FAuD%7EB%40%3FoBc%40%3FAoCk%40%3F%3Fa%40j%40%3F%3FaAyA%3FHo%40t%40%3FCoA%5C%3FA%7DHyA%3F%3FaDdA%3F%3FaDgA%3FJs%40f%40%3F%3Fq%40%5ECL%7DC%3Fm%40q%40%3F%3F%7BAm%40BD_%40r%40A%3FeCd%40%3F%3F%7BAKaB%5D%3F%3Fa%40y%40%3FAiFxA%3F%3Fs%40%3F_DyAB%3FuA%60A%3FV_EAsDyA%3F%3FcBxA%3F%3Fs%40%5D%3F%3Fq%40%7D%40%3F%3Fs%40Po%40fA%3F%3FcB%3Fs%40yA%3F%3FsBxA%3F%3FyD%7BA%3F%3FmHb%40%3FAmBc%40DAwWhHvBbN%7E%40xEDbLuAn%40lOjDeAVdCmCn%40J%7E%40m%40HJlBbH%7DAh%40nLcH%7EA%7E%40%60XhF%60Eo%40lBXTaHdA_%40lBd%40G%3FhBb%40%3F%3FbE%5C%3F%3Fd%40%7EB%3FP%7CBr%40n%40ClCb%40%3F%3FV%7DAZ%3F%7EFsE%40%3FdBU%3FHr%40%60BCD%60Bx%40%3F%3F%7E%40mC%3FWtBh%40%3F%3FdBh%40%3F%40pAxB%3FkAnC%5B%3Fy%40pEq%40%3F%3Fr%40%60A%3FoDhHw%40K%3FxAa%40k%40%5Bx%40oADO%7EAmCpC&key=AIzaSyAoVHdVOa5-BDRxGhFoAHYIHPst1T09Jo0&signature=WzK8vuWvlj62YxB0s1lfvBEg7_E=)

### Parkside

While Parkside isn't home to many top sights, South Canterbury Museum and Botanical Gardens are some notable places to visit nearby. 

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![Maori Hill map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=289x340&map_id=c017d89749dc74ad&markers=icon:%7C&path=enc:dm%7CmG%7Bgct_%40kAwEnB_CgAkIeAh%40m%40uB%5BP_%40s%40KiAw%40Wc%40%7E%40EqAa%40y%40%5DRUyBw%40ROaBe%40JoAiIc%40ViAeWaBn%40lD%7BGnJ%7EB%7CD%3Fd%40j%40dBVbH%3FlEi%40bAk%40Vl%40_%40xBx%40HKt%40n%40%3F%40%7CAw%40d%40%3Ft%40RKN%7E%40l%40%3FHdH%5C%3F%3Fz%40c%40%3F%3F%7C%40%5D%3F%5BxAT%3F%3FhA%7C%40ALdBY%3F%3FlAmA%3FMvA%7C%40%3F%5CxJeBB%3FjA%7B%40%3FDr%40w%40l%40%3F%7CAgB%5Cb%40lBmAb%40S_Am%40Z%5EdC%7BB%3FOo%40a%40RJ%60%40cAf%40Ia%40cCpA&key=AIzaSyAoVHdVOa5-BDRxGhFoAHYIHPst1T09Jo0&signature=4O1Lo1lGXDloPVU3HF9iDKgMtBI=)

### Maori Hill

While visiting Maori Hill, you might make a stop by sights like Timaru Lighthouse and Ashbury Park. 

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![Waimataitai map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=289x340&map_id=c017d89749dc74ad&markers=icon:%7C&path=enc:ny%7BmG%7Bjbt_%40sCQLwKqBmDo%40%5CSy%40%7C%40g%40Mc%40_A_E%7D%40h%40mAgFf%40%5BmAgFa%40mHgA%3F%3F%60%40i%40BBr%40q%40DAY_AKHcBc%40EGbA%7DCLm%40i%40HoAmAv%40WcAyDzCK%5De%40DTx%40sBr%40%60%40%7CA%5BVg%40oBiAV%5BkAc%40I%5CtAeEb%40WcBHfBu%40PKmBe%40Di%40yBpBOJy%40g%40cDT%7DAoBiGy%40t%40q%40iBuA%60B_BOj%40sH%7CAsBzBw%40pDyGjAmF%7E%40%7BAq%40g%40%5BgB%7DAwAc%40eBgBmAbE%7DJ%3FuAw%40aAnAuAg%40wCbHrDpFhF%5ElDvD%60NhCzE%7EElF%7EAf%40fNgH_B%7EB%60Bo%40hAdWb%40WnAhId%40KN%60Bv%40STxB%5CS%60%40x%40DpAb%40_Av%40VJhA%5Er%40ZQl%40tBdAi%40fAjIoB%7EBdAbEgBjAq%40i%40w%40%7EBGbBe%40ZSnGc%40_%40Of%40g%40%60F%7BAN%7B%40wBu%40J%7E%40%60BqBpC&key=AIzaSyAoVHdVOa5-BDRxGhFoAHYIHPst1T09Jo0&signature=8IvUHlMDBfYQIlZXhB-OTbb9sDg=)

### Waimataitai

If you're spending some time in Waimataitai, Ashbury Park and Dashing Rocks Beach are top sights worth seeing. 

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### Timaru Port

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

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### Washdyke

If you're spending some time in Washdyke, DB Brewery and Washdyke Lagoon Wildlife Refuge are top sights worth seeing. 

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## Top Timaru Central Hotel Reviews

![Baywatch Motor Lodge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6960000/6953100/6953082/172b4cad_y.jpg)

### Baywatch Motor Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Lovely place "

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

![ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2510000/2506500/2506498/a5c60319_y.jpg)

### ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Room was very clean, and room service was available."

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

![Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35550000/35542700/35542681/7c249233_y.jpg)

### Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Room was large, clean and well equipped. The staff were extremely helpful. Was slightly noisy at night with the proximity to State Highway 1 and you could occasionally hear the large trucks going by, but generally quiet."

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

![Aaron Court Motel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/98000000/97080000/97072700/97072619/a8b89550_y.jpg)

### Aaron Court Motel

10/10 Excellent

"The room was very clean and the staff/owners were excellent."

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

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

### The Grosvenor

10/10 Excellent

"Absolutely loved my stay here, the staff were amazing and the room was very clean, neat and tidy with everything I needed plus the location was great! Would definitely stay here again "

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

![Aspen on King Motel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9625000/9624908/5895fed5_y.jpg)

### Aspen on King Motel

10/10 Excellent

"Very clean and tidy room with all the amenities I needed"

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

![Bay City Motor Lodge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27560000/27559000/27558987/74045ea6_y.jpg)

### Bay City Motor Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Clean, comfy, very nice."

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

![Harbour View Motel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35240000/35235600/35235547/5aa6b8f6_y.jpg)

### Harbour View Motel

10/10 Excellent

"Nice location."

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

![Phoenix Motel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9626600/9626507/1b75f070_y.jpg)

### Phoenix Motel

10/10 Excellent

"Room was clean ,comfortable and had well equipped kitchen. Very good value for money. "

[](https://expedia.ca/Temuka-Hotels-Phoenix-Motel.h9626507.Hotel-Information)

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