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Blue Dolphin Motel

Property class: 3.5

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You can look forward to a terrace, a garden, and dry cleaning/laundry services at Blue Dolphin Motel. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi (surcharge).

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Parking included
  • Outdoor Space

Room options

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Two twin beds with floral bedding and red towels, a wooden chair, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Apartment 6)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Twin Beds and 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Apartment 5)

A compact living space with a kitchenette, a dining area, and a sofa.

Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Apartment 5)

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 7
  • 3 Twin Beds, 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (Apartment 7)

A compact living space with a red sofa, a wooden dining table with chairs, a kitchenette, and a small bed.

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (Apartment 7)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchen (I Bdrm Apartments 2,3,& 4)

A compact kitchen with a microwave, oven, and refrigerator. There is a dining table with chairs and a single sofa.

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchen (I Bdrm Apartments 2,3,& 4)

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchen (apartment 9)

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, and a television in the adjacent room.

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchen (apartment 9)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Studio, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Excec. Studio Apartment)

A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a bedside table, a window with curtains, and a door leading to a bathroom.

Standard Studio, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Excec. Studio Apartment)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Apartment 1)

A hotel room with a bed, a small table, a TV, a chair, and a sofa.

Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Apartment 1)

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Apartments 8 &10)

A room with a wooden dining table, four chairs, a red armchair, a small table, and a television.

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Apartments 8 &10)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
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About the area

Located near the beach, Blue Dolphin Motel is in Maori Hill, a neighborhood in Timaru. Ashbury Park and Caroline Bay Beach reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Botanical Gardens and Pleasant Point Museum and Railway. Looking to get your feet wet? Snorkeling, windsurfing and fishing adventures can be found near the property. Visit our Timaru travel guide
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40 Evans Street, Timaru

What's nearby

  • A garden with a fountain, benches, and a statue.
    Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden
    10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Ashbury Park
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Caroline Bay Beach
    5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Timaru Lighthouse
    7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • South Canterbury Museum
    18 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Timaru Station
    2 min drive
  • Timaru (TIU-Richard Pearse)
    13 min drive

Restaurants

  • Black & Coffee
    4 min drive
  • Burger King
    11 min walk
  • Kfc
    7 min walk
  • 2 Stags
    17 min walk
  • Sopheze
    17 min walk

About this property

Blue Dolphin Motel

  • Apartment located in Maori Hill
  • You can look forward to a terrace, a garden, and dry cleaning/laundry services at Blue Dolphin Motel. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi (surcharge).
  • Other perks include:
    • Free self parking
    • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), luggage storage, and smoke-free premises
    • Guest reviews speak highly of the first-rate property condition
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms at Blue Dolphin Motel include amenities such as WiFi.
  • More conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Showers, tubs or showers, and free toiletries
    • TVs with cable channels
    • Wardrobes/closets, kitchenettes, and refrigerators

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Frequently asked questions

Is Blue Dolphin Motel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Blue Dolphin Motel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Blue Dolphin Motel?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Does Blue Dolphin Motel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle.

Where is Blue Dolphin Motel located?

Located in Maori Hill, this apartment building is within a 10-minute walk of Ashbury Park, Timaru Lighthouse, and Aigantighe Art Gallery. Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden and South Canterbury Museum are also within 1 mi (2 km). Timaru Station is 27 minutes by foot.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Blue Dolphin Motel Reviews

8.0

Very good

8.6

Cleanliness

7.0

Location

8.4

Staff & service

7.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 54 out of 172 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 78 out of 172 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 25 out of 172 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 172 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 172 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Very noisy neighbours. Can hear next door through the walls. Otherwise was really good
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Rooms were clean. Kitchen was equipped. Staff was approachable. Off street parking available.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Clean and tidy great location great hosts
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Disliked: Cleanliness, communication
スタッフの対応があまら
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Parking was abit tight with older car but felt safe and secure
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Helpful and generous hosts. Really good facilities. Quiet, clean environment and spacious room.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Clean room, friendly & Helpful Staff
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Room was great, nicely furnished, plenty of Kitchen Utensils and crockery. Very clean, beds very comfortable, and booking in was excellent. I would highly recommend this Motel to stay at.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
Nice rooms with full equipped kitchenware.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Staff could be a bit more friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
Lovely place to stay clean roomspace waz excellent
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, communication
Room was well resourced although couldn’t find an iron or ironing board- comfortable and clean
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great place, good bang for your buck. We had a 2 story family room that was really comfortable. It's a bit on the older side, but in good shape! We really enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Für eine Nacht perfekt.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Great location. Clean rooms and everything you need in the kitchen.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Disliked: Communication
Have stayed here before, found the unit dated, shower, toilet area very old, requires modernisation
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We stayed for one night. The owner was really pleasant & helpful with Laundry room. Very clean and comfortable. Good seats for relaxing.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Budget option for Timaru, friendly host and spacious two-bedroom unit. Odd placement of the only bathroom - an en suite of the main bedroom. Adequate kitchen with plenty of dishes. Showing its age and budget style but fine for an overnight stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great location and good transport options
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
It was close to town and cosy & warm when we arrived.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Disliked: Cleanliness
Bed sheets had not been changed when I arrived and cups were not cleaned properly
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, communication
It was comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nice room lovely owners will definitely be going back there Thank you Blair,Aimee and the 3 lil terrorist kids
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness
Great value for money
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
The room was clean and tidy, there was everything we needed in the room. Only downside was there were roadworks directly in front of the room at the time of the visit (they stopped by 8.00pm so didn't affect us too much)and due to general traffic noise it would have been hard to sleep in if we hadn't needed to get up early.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025