Hotels in Timaru

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A room with a circular window overlooking a beach, a lamp, and a bed with pillows.
A sign welcoming to SEA BREEZE with a NO VACANCY message.
A modern room with a round table and six chairs, a bed, a small bedside table, and two framed pictures on the wall.
A living room with a large window, a sofa, a coffee table, and a wall-mounted artwork.

1. The Sea Breeze

The Sea Breeze
Timaru Central
$123
$141 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
The Sea Breeze
A balcony with a glass table and chairs, overlooking a coastal area with palm trees and a clear view of the sea.
A modern living room with a grey sofa, a coffee table, and a TV. There is a dining area with a table and chairs.
A modern kitchen with a built-in microwave, a sink, and a painting of a forest.
A modern room with a large window, a dining area, and a kitchen.

2. Panorama Motor Lodge

Panorama Motor Lodge
Timaru Central
$102
$118 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Panorama Motor Lodge
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a view of greenery outside.
A modern living room with a glass dining table, black leather sofa, and a TV in a built-in cabinet.
A compact kitchen with a sink, a microwave, and a refrigerator.
A hallway leading to a room with a sliding glass door, a doormat with the text "It's you!", and a view of the outside through the door.

3. ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge

ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge
Parkside
$99
$114 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge
A conference room with tables and chairs, large windows, and a view of the outdoors.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with a view of a cityscape.
A modern waiting area with comfortable seating, large windows, and a reception desk.
A reception area with a glass desk, a vase with flowers, and a sign reading "Comfort Hotel".

4. Comfort Hotel Benvenue

Comfort Hotel Benvenue
Maori Hill
$71
$81 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 30 - Oct 31
Comfort Hotel Benvenue
A bar area with wooden flooring, a curved bar counter, and a variety of bottles and glasses on shelves.
A hotel lobby with wooden doors, a glass table with a vase of flowers, and a colorful wall unit.
A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a wall-mounted light, a window, and a picture on the wall.
A gaming area with a large screen, comfortable seating, and slot machines.

5. The Grosvenor

The Grosvenor
Timaru Central
$87
$100 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
The Grosvenor
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a balcony with a view.
A modern hotel with a reception area, multiple floors, and a sign advertising various amenities like executive suites, family units, and free WiFi.
A hotel room with a bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a chair, and a window with curtains.
A modern room with a dining table, chairs, a sofa, a TV, and a balcony with a view.

6. Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge

Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge
Maori Hill
$125
$144 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 30 - Oct 31
Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge
A modern hotel room with a sofa, a small bed, a TV, and a balcony with a view.
A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a window with curtains, and a view of greenery outside.
A kitchen with a stainless steel refrigerator, a microwave, and an oven.
A two-story building with large windows and a flat roof. There are several chairs outside the building, and a car is parked in the driveway.

7. The Coast Motel

The Coast Motel
Maori Hill
$85
$98 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
The Coast Motel
A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a desk, and a view of the street.
A beach with clear turquoise water and a sandy shore.
A large, two-story brick building with a symmetrical facade, large windows, and a central entrance with a porch.
A covered garden area with a central fountain, surrounded by benches and well-maintained hedges.

8. Bay City Motor Lodge

Bay City Motor Lodge
Maori Hill
$98
$113 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 23 - Oct 24
Bay City Motor Lodge
A compact living space with a kitchenette, a dining area with a glass table, and a seating area with a sofa.
A hotel room with a large window offering a city view, a bed with a patterned pillow, and a chair.
A modern apartment with a living room, dining area, and kitchen.
A coastal building with balconies, labeled "COASTAL RIDGE TIMARU LUXURY ACCOMMODATION."

9. Coastal Ridge Apartments

Coastal Ridge Apartments
Kensington
$112
$129 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 7 - Nov 8
Coastal Ridge Apartments
A hotel room with a large bed, a chair, a balcony with a view, and a window with curtains.
A two-story house with a balcony, large windows, and an air conditioning unit.
A compact living space with a dining area, kitchenette, and a sofa.
A hotel room with a large bed, two leather chairs, a balcony with a view of buildings and greenery.

10. Asure Ashley Motor Lodge

Asure Ashley Motor Lodge
Kensington
$101
$117 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 31 - Nov 1
Asure Ashley Motor Lodge
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a view of the beach.
A view from a window with a table and chairs, overlooking a body of water and distant buildings.
A table with a bottle of red wine and two wine glasses.
A patio with a bench and potted plants, overlooking a beach and ocean.

11. Baywatch Motor Lodge

Baywatch Motor Lodge
Maori Hill
$108
$124 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Baywatch Motor Lodge
A room with a leather sofa, sheer curtains, and a view of a balcony.
A modern office space with two transparent chairs and a black desk.
A modern kitchen with a dining area, featuring a central island, dark cabinetry, and a stainless steel range hood.
A modern building with a flat facade, a small garden area with rocks and plants, and a parking lot with a white car.

12. Harbour View Motel

Harbour View Motel
Maori Hill
$95
$109 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Harbour View Motel
A reception area with a glass door, a red door, and a stone pillar.
A compact kitchen with a microwave, sink, and cabinets. There is a dining table with chairs and a black leather sofa with orange cushions. A framed picture hangs on the wall.
A dining area with a black table, white chairs, a framed picture on the wall, and a kitchen in the background.
A compact kitchenette with a microwave, kettle, and a small refrigerator.

13. Cedar Lodge Motel

Cedar Lodge Motel
Kensington
$95
$109 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Cedar Lodge Motel
A building with a sign indicating a vacancy.
A compact living space with a kitchenette, a dining area, and a seating area with a sofa and chairs.
A motel sign indicating a vacancy, with an entrance via Pringle St.
A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a small kitchenette, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

14. Ashbury Park Motel

Ashbury Park Motel
Waimataitai
$76
$87 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 24 - Oct 25
Ashbury Park Motel
A hotel room with a bed, a TV on a stand, a desk with a chair, and a window with curtains.
A parking lot with a building in the background.
A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a chair. There is a painting on the wall and a window with curtains.
A balcony with a glass table and metal chairs, overlooking a parking area and trees.

15. Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru

Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru
Waimataitai
$78
$90 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 4 - Nov 5
Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru
A kitchen with a sink, a coffee maker, and a window with a view of greenery.
A motel with a blue and green facade, a red and white awning, and a staircase leading to a balcony.
A balcony with metal chairs and tables, a glass door, and a blue and white building facade.
A neatly made bed with a grey quilt, a white pillow, and a yellow accent pillow. There is a small bedside table with a lamp and a folded towel on it.

16. Fitzgerald on King

Fitzgerald on King
Parkside
$114
$131 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Fitzgerald on King
A compact kitchen with a microwave, stove, and sink. There is a clock on the wall and a window with blinds.
A modern living room with a TV, two leather chairs, a coffee table, and a kitchen in the background.
A two-story hotel with a sign advertising 3D air conditioning and a view of the sky.
An outdoor seating area with wicker chairs and a round table, a brick wall, and a glass door leading to a parking lot.

17. Aspen on King Motel

Aspen on King Motel
Parkside
$107
$123 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 20 - Nov 21
Aspen on King Motel
A compact kitchen with a central island, a sink, and a stove. There are two bar stools and a dining table.
An outdoor deck with a glass-top table and metal chairs, surrounded by a wooden fence.
A compact living space with a kitchenette, a dining area, a seating area with a coffee table, and a television.
A compact hotel room with a kitchenette, a sofa, a small table, and a TV.

18. Anchor Motel

Anchor Motel
Maori Hill
$59
$68 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 18 - Nov 19
Anchor Motel
A building entrance with a green door, two potted plants, and a small window above the door.
A modern kitchen with a wooden table, stainless steel appliances, and a large window offering a view of the outside.
A hallway with a checkered floor, a staircase, and a sign indicating a meeting room.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a bench by the window, a flat-screen TV, a mirror, and a bathroom with a sink and toilet.

19. The Fort. Timaru

The Fort. Timaru
Timaru Central
$69
$79 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
The Fort. Timaru
A neatly made bed with patterned bedding and a dark-colored pillow.
A compact kitchen with a refrigerator, oven, and cabinets.
A small, compact living space with a kitchenette, a sofa, a television, and a patterned rug.
A motel sign with a 'No Vacancy' notice, a digital TV service sign, and a price range for rooms.

20. Aaron Court Motel

Aaron Court Motel
Maori Hill
$53
$61 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 30 - Oct 31
Aaron Court Motel
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A hotel room with a large bed, a chair, a balcony with a view, and a window with curtains.
A two-story house with a balcony, large windows, and an air conditioning unit.
A compact living space with a dining area, kitchenette, and a sofa.
A hotel room with a large bed, two leather chairs, a balcony with a view of buildings and greenery.

Asure Ashley Motor Lodge

Asure Ashley Motor Lodge
Kensington
$6 off
$116
per night
$133 total
includes taxes & fees
Asure Ashley Motor Lodge
A hotel room with a bed, a TV on a stand, a desk with a chair, and a window with curtains.
A parking lot with a building in the background.
A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a chair. There is a painting on the wall and a window with curtains.
A balcony with a glass table and metal chairs, overlooking a parking area and trees.

Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru

Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru
Waimataitai
$9 off
$81
per night
$93 total
includes taxes & fees
Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru
A compact kitchen with a microwave, stove, and sink. There is a clock on the wall and a window with blinds.
A modern living room with a TV, two leather chairs, a coffee table, and a kitchen in the background.
A two-story hotel with a sign advertising 3D air conditioning and a view of the sky.
An outdoor seating area with wicker chairs and a round table, a brick wall, and a glass door leading to a parking lot.

Aspen on King Motel

Aspen on King Motel
Parkside
$16 off
$118
per night
$135 total
includes taxes & fees
Aspen on King Motel
A building with a sign indicating a vacancy.
A compact living space with a kitchenette, a dining area, and a seating area with a sofa and chairs.
A motel sign indicating a vacancy, with an entrance via Pringle St.
A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a small kitchenette, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

Ashbury Park Motel

Ashbury Park Motel
Waimataitai
$76
per night
$87 total
includes taxes & fees
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Ashbury Park Motel
A building entrance with a green door, two potted plants, and a small window above the door.
A modern kitchen with a wooden table, stainless steel appliances, and a large window offering a view of the outside.
A hallway with a checkered floor, a staircase, and a sign indicating a meeting room.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a bench by the window, a flat-screen TV, a mirror, and a bathroom with a sink and toilet.

The Fort. Timaru

The Fort. Timaru
Timaru Central
$8 off
$70
per night
$80 total
includes taxes & fees
The Fort. Timaru
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Top neighborhoods in Timaru

A coastal city with a beach, a port with ships, and industrial buildings.

Timaru Central

The Timaru Central neighborhood offers attractions such as South Canterbury Museum and Te Ana Maori Rock Art Centre.

Maori Hill

The Maori Hill neighborhood has lots to see including Timaru Lighthouse and Ashbury Park.

A garden with a fountain, benches, and a statue.
Photo by Paolo Corrales
A vibrant red peony flower with yellow stamens, surrounded by lush green foliage.
Photo by Paolo Corrales
A sculpture of a cat's head on a pedestal in a park with a bridge and trees in the background.
Photo by Paolo Corrales

Timaru Port

The Timaru Port neighborhood offers attractions such as Caroline Bay Beach and Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden.

Top landmarks in Timaru

Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden

9.0/10 (52 reviews)
If you're planning a bit of sightseeing head to Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden— just one of the monuments in Timaru Port.
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Caroline Bay Beach

9.0/10 (155 reviews)
If want to top up your tan, you might want to head out to Caroline Bay Beach, located 0.6 mi (1 km) from central Timaru. If you want to continue walking by the waves, head to Dashing Rocks Beach located nearby.
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South Canterbury Museum

8.6/10 (19 reviews)
South Canterbury Museum is just one of the attractions in Timaru Central, Timaru so you might want to stop by during your trip. If you want to experience more of the culture Timaru has to offer, head to Caroline Bay Beach, Timaru Public Hospital, and Timaru Lighthouse.
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Ashbury Park

8.0/10 (18 reviews)
If you like quiet time surrounded by flowers and greenery, hang out at Ashbury Park in Waimataitai. Want to stretch your legs some more? Head to Washdyke Lagoon Wildlife Refuge and Botanical Gardens, both nearby.
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Timaru Lighthouse

8.8/10 (19 reviews)
If you're planning a bit of sightseeing head to Timaru Lighthouse— just one of the monuments in Maori Hill.
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DB Brewery

8.4/10 (31 reviews)
If museums are on your list of things to see, you might want to browse the collections at DB Brewery in Washdyke. If you want to see more of the museums in Timaru, South Canterbury Museum isn't far either.
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Te Ana Maori Rock Art Centre

Te Ana Maori Rock Art Centre is just one of the attractions in Timaru Central, Timaru so you might want to stop by during your trip. If you want to experience more of the culture Timaru has to offer, head to South Canterbury Museum, Caroline Bay Beach, and Timaru Public Hospital.
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Patiti Point

7.8/10 (8 reviews)
If you like quiet time surrounded by flowers and greenery, hang out at Patiti Point in Kensington. Want to stretch your legs some more? Head to Botanical Gardens, just a short walk away.
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Learn more about Timaru

Timaru is well-known for its attractions such as South Canterbury Museum and Caroline Bay Beach. This welcoming city has something for everyone including bars as well as sights like Timaru Lighthouse and Ashbury Park. All are within a rural setting.

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A coastal city with a beach, port, and industrial area.

Check out reviews of Timaru hotels guests love

Anchor Motel

Anchor Motel

8/10 Good
"No hooks for hanging apparel."
Ramachandra 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Anchor Motel
Aaron Court Motel

Aaron Court Motel

10/10 Excellent
"Lovely and quiet even though on the main road. We were able to check in early, which was very much appreciated. Easy parking and within walking distance to foods and the penguins."
Rebecca 1-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Aaron Court Motel
Harbour View Motel

Harbour View Motel

8/10 Good
"All good very comfy Couple finger makes on some light switches"
Jordan 1-night trip
Posted 6 days ago
Harbour View Motel
Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge

Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge

10/10 Excellent
"Great place, very welcoming. Reception gave a map to help us plan our trip south the next day which was very useful. Oh, and within walking distance of penguin nesting across the park."
Stephen 1-night trip
Posted 9 days ago
Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge
Coastal Ridge Apartments

Coastal Ridge Apartments

10/10 Excellent
"Excellent"
craig 3-night trip
Posted 13 days ago
Coastal Ridge Apartments
Asure Ashley Motor Lodge

Asure Ashley Motor Lodge

10/10 Excellent
"Well above expectations. Great to have 2 separate bedrooms. Very spacious unit. Highly recommend."
Petra 1-night trip
Posted 2 weeks ago
Asure Ashley Motor Lodge
Baywatch Motor Lodge

Baywatch Motor Lodge

10/10 Excellent
"Very nice villa with plenty of room and beds. Would happily book there again. And very reasonably priced."
Nicola 1-night trip
Posted 2 weeks ago
Baywatch Motor Lodge
The Sea Breeze

The Sea Breeze

10/10 Excellent
"Great location, lovely modern and clean room with friendly staff"
Debbie 1-night trip
Posted 2 weeks ago
The Sea Breeze
Comfort Hotel Benvenue

Comfort Hotel Benvenue

8/10 Good
"All good"
Helen 1-night trip
Posted 3 weeks ago
Comfort Hotel Benvenue

Frequently asked questions

What accommodations do travelers like in Timaru?
Guests like Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru, Aaron Court Motel and The Grosvenor.
Where can I find free parking at my hotel in Timaru?
Park your car for free at these properties: Baywatch Motor Lodge and The Sanctuary Beach Side.
Can I book refundable accommodations in Timaru?
If you want the flexibility to change your travel plans to Timaru, most accommodations provide refundable* rates you can book. You can find these accommodations by searching our site and using the "fully refundable" filter to narrow the results down.
Where can I stay in Timaru if I want a vacation home instead of a traditional hotel?
If you're looking for a good alternative to a hotel, look over our selection of 5 vacation homes. In addition, you can choose from 6 apartments.
What will the weather in Timaru be like during my trip?
The warmest months in Timaru are usually February and January with an average temp of 45°F. July and August are the chilliest months when the average temp is 27°F. The rainiest months are May and September.
Why should I book my Timaru hotel through Hotels.com?
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