Anchor Motel

Property class: 2.5
Motel in Timaru

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When visiting Timaru, Anchor Motel is a great choice to consider. Guests will have free perks like WiFi and self parking. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry facilities

Main amenities (8)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Breakfast available
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Barbecue grills
  • Luggage storage
  • Limited hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Feel at home (6)

  • Microwave
  • Television
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Barbecue grill(s)
The current price is $75
$86 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6

Room options

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Showing 13 of 13 rooms

View all photos for Two Bedroom Apartment

A compact hotel room with a sofa, a small dining table, a coffee table, and a kitchenette.

Two Bedroom Apartment

  • 68 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 3 Twin Beds

View all photos for Superior Two Bedroom Apartment

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand with a lamp, a radiator, and a window with curtains.

Superior Two Bedroom Apartment

  • 68 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 3 Twin Beds

View all photos for King Studio

A compact hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a small kitchenette, and a window with curtains.

King Studio

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for One Bedroom Family

A living room with a sofa, a small wooden table, a black ottoman, and a dining area with a glass table and metal chairs.

One Bedroom Family

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 52 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 3 Twin Beds

View all photos for Large One Bedroom Unit

A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a dining table with chairs, a TV on a wooden cabinet, and a window with curtains.

Large One Bedroom Unit

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 85 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 4 Twin Beds

View all photos for Deluxe One Bedroom

A neatly made bed with a grey bedspread and pillows, a bedside table with a lamp, and a wooden wardrobe.

Deluxe One Bedroom

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Standard One Bedroom

A hotel room with two beds, each with a beige duvet and pillows, and two bedside tables with lamps.

Standard One Bedroom

  • 48 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 3 Twin Beds

View all photos for Standard Studio

A compact hotel room with a bed, a small kitchenette, a desk, and a window.

Standard Studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 21 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Single Studio

A small, modern room with a bed, a desk with a computer, a TV, and a window with curtains.

Single Studio

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Five Bedroom House

An outdoor deck with a glass-top table and metal chairs, surrounded by a wooden fence.

Five Bedroom House

  • 180 sq m
  • 5 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 11
  • 2 King Beds and 6 Twin Beds

Five-Bedroom House

  • Sleeps 10
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 King Bed

King Studio

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Large One Bedroom Unit

  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 4 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
42 Evans St, Timaru, 7910

What's nearby

  • Ashbury Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Timaru Lighthouse - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Caroline Bay Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Aigantighe Art Gallery - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • South Canterbury Museum - 19 min walk - 1.7 km

Getting around

  • Timaru (TIU-Richard Pearse) - 13 min drive
  • Timaru Station - 20 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Burger King - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Black & Coffee - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Benny's Again! Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Sopheze - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Kfc - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Anchor Motel

  • When visiting Timaru, Anchor Motel is a great choice to consider. Guests will have free perks like WiFi and self parking. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 11 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10 AM
    • Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

    • The property charges 2 percent for credit card payments
    • The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
    • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
    • If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs only)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Restrictions apply*

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 25+ Mbps)

Parking

    • Free uncovered onsite self parking
    • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Continental breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–1:00 PM
  • Barbecue grills

What to do

  • Beach nearby
  • Golfing nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • Built in 1940

Accessibility

  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Electric kettle

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Soap and shampoo
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Free WiFi (speed of 25+ Mbps)

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Toaster
  • Dining table
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Continental breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately NZD 15 per person
  • Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 2 percent

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of NZD 10 per pet, per night

Policies

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Cashless transactions are available.

Property class

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services.

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Frequently asked questions

Does Anchor Motel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Anchor Motel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Anchor Motel?

Yes, dogs are welcome. There's a charge of NZD 10 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

Is parking offered on site at Anchor Motel?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Anchor Motel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What's the area around Anchor Motel like?

Anchor Motel is a short 6-minute walk from Ashbury Park and 6 minutes' walk from Caroline Bay Beach.

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Reviews

Anchor Motel Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.4

Cleanliness

7.6

Location

8.8

Staff & service

7.4

Property conditions & facilities

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Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

A great stay. Clean and tidy and easy to find. Excellent price.
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

Cheap and cheerful. Good value for money. Immaculately clean with everything I needed.
Verified review

8/10 Very good

Lovely hostess who couldn’t have done enough.We had a cheap stay and though a small space,very comfortable bed and cosy.
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

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
Verified review

8/10 Very good

Dog friendly

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

8/10 Very good

I enjoyed my stay at Anchor Motel. My room had everything I needed for 1 night stay. Bed comfortable. Kitchen had what i needed. Toilet /shower space was small. Staff were great. And the Cat Honey, was a delight.
Verified review

8/10 Very good

It was just ok for price, heater was on but it needed it. Had everything that it said but didn't match pics that's for sure. Sitting on toilet my knees touched basin in front, shower was marginal, my caravan is bigger. Manager was polite & helpful.
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

Great staff and pricing
Verified review

6/10 Good

Comfortable stay

Comfortable stay as described in room discription
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

Honey the cat is friendly like the owner. Quite quiet place if you have the rooms on the inside not facing the main road.
Verified review

6/10 Good

Good location, nice big unit.
Verified review

8/10 Very good

Nice friendly people. Within walking distance to beach and town
Verified review

8/10 Very good

Good ammenities and welcoming staff but spaces for toilet and shower a bit small for old people.
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

Good victorian style building in nz's least famous seaside town. Came with electric blankets and heaters and it was a good toasty stay in a cold damp country.
Verified review

6/10 Good

Whole house. Very old house which was actually quite an experience..pull chord for lights and shower over claw foot bath, took me back to my 20's.. 1 full length mirror somewhere, would be great!! But iron and board were very helpful! Needs some work on both bathrooms! Extractor fan in kitchen VERY noisy... Lovely big loung/dining area which was great for our family group ...12 all up... 7 staying in The House.. The house suited us as mostly only sleeping and showers... Couplands across the road!! Yes, I would stay again, as Im not looking for luxury accommodation and the price is reflective of this. Ps, the cat was a bit annoying.
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay in Timaru

Very nice small cabin with private bathroom, TV and comfy bed. There was a fridge, mic.owen and TV in the room as well as heating and heated matress. Everything I needed for a good one night stay in Timaru. Plus the staff was extremely nice and helpfull!!!
Verified review

8/10 Very good

Timaru Summer School

Wonderful welcome, and farewell. Really comftable bed! Roomy Unit that had everything we needed for our stay.
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

Friendly service
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10/10 Exceptional

Lovely greeting,clean and tidy room. Bit of road noise but to be expected on a main road.
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10/10 Exceptional

The bed is amazing in room 10

Very friendly check-in. The lady at reception was very nice and helpful with our questions being our first visit to Timaru. Walked to the lighthouse then to the penguins. Returned late at night and had an awesome sleep in a very comfortable warm bed. The room is not fancy but perfect for the price and you just need somewhere to sleep.
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6/10 Good

Good space comfy bed, but no iron or ironing board, no tissues and terrible shower.
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

An older motel but well maintained and spotless. Exceptional value for money. We arrived on a cold winter evening and the heater and TV were on to welcome us. We will stay there again.
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

Nice clean tidy accommodation, very helpful and pleasant owners.
Verified review

8/10 Very good

Friendly & had everything we needed.
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

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