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Svetik75
@Svetik75
Reviewed on 7 Oct 2021
Pleasant stay at Timaru Top 10
"Great cabin, very modern and spacious room with comfy beds and lots of storage opportunity which normally does not exist in other camps."
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#1 Best Value of 50 places to stay in Timaru
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David P
@davidpG9666IY
Reviewed on 8 Mar 2023
Superb accessible lodging in Timaru
"The room was large, very clean, and easily maneuverable in by my wife in her wheelchair."
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#2 Best Value of 50 places to stay in Timaru
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shopoholic75
@Emma W
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2024
Centrally located with limited facilities
"Good location, shame hotel facilities weren’t up to scratch, newly upgraded room but shower crap, took ages to get TV sorted, unable to access freeview tv and apps wouldn’t open on the tv due to no log in details to..."
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#3 Best Value of 50 places to stay in Timaru
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Julie R
@B8274VWjulier
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2021
Wonderful service and setting
"Every time I've been here these lovely hosts have ensured I'm in a great room, taking in the view of Caroline Bay and surrounding vistas."
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#4 Best Value of 50 places to stay in Timaru
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Dreamer543854
@Dreamer543854
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2021
Friendly and very helpful
"the Room was exceptionally clean and warm."
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#5 Best Value of 50 places to stay in Timaru
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ColHenderson
@ColHenderson
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2020
Two nights stay
"Very comfortable well equipped motel. Nice and quiet despite being in main road and handy for the town. Good outside areas and well maintained. Helpful hosts. Will certainly use again. Highly recommended."
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#6 Best Value of 50 places to stay in Timaru
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RobChristina
@RobChristina
Reviewed on 13 Jul 2023
Fantastic unit, but location is noisy.
"Very friendly welcome. Fantastic location within a short walk to supermarket and fast foods. My King studio unit was modern, roomy, and spotlessly clean with extras like a full kitchen incl oven, shower with..."
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#7 Best Value of 50 places to stay in Timaru
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Tripper5012
@Tripper5012
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2023
Friendly staff . But bedding not comfortable.
"The most important part of a hotel is good bedding. Lack of sleep due to poor bedding is not healthy for one’s body and mind . The bedding in our room was not up to the standard we are used to. The room was clean..."
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#8 Best Value of 50 places to stay in Timaru
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Stewart B
@686stewartb
Reviewed on 31 Dec 2023
Comfortable and Spacious Motel Room
"Spacious, comfortable and very clean living/kitchen area and bedroom with I suite. Good location within 15 minutes walking to Caroline Bay. We enjoyed our short stay to see the famous Timaru fireworks."
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#9 Best Value of 50 places to stay in Timaru
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#10 Best Value of 50 places to stay in Timaru
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John W
@John W
Reviewed on 17 Nov 2021
Avenue Motor Lodge Timaru - Excellent Motel to stay at
"To every one who's reading my review,my mum who has a Disability,my brother an i,we stayed at this Motor Lodge,on Friday 29th October,the lovely couple that run the motel.they made us feel welcome,they also looked..."
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#11 Best Value of 50 places to stay in Timaru
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Malcolm R
@Malcolm R
Reviewed on 20 Feb 2023
A convenient and comfortable motel
"It was spacious, with a large living room, a small kitchen, a spacious bathroom, and two bedrooms each with a large double bed (this meant the space around them was quite narrow)."
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#12 Best Value of 50 places to stay in Timaru
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#13 Best Value of 50 places to stay in Timaru
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ShonaMargaret
@ShonaMargaret
Reviewed on 10 Jul 2022
Above the Bay
"We stayed with family in a 2 BR large unit . Ours was on the ground floor and facing the sea. (When not obscured by large trucks not parked right there) . Well appointed, spacious, clean and warm. A good..."
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#14 Best Value of 50 places to stay in Timaru
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#15 Best Value of 50 places to stay in Timaru
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Apartment
muttley
@Trek18729167945
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2021
A local for sure
"Despite this the room was clean and well appointed & suited our needs well."
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#16 Best Value of 50 places to stay in Timaru
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Bed and Breakfast
Liz
@lizgdn
Reviewed on 26 Jul 2021
lovely place, wonderful views, excellent service
"My colleague and I hired both rooms and therefore had exclusive use of a fabulous lounge, dining and kitchen area. Motels are expensive in Timaru and this was a relatively cheap options ($280 for two of us in..."
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#17 Best Value of 50 places to stay in Timaru
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allan s
@allan s
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2023
Absolutely fantastic hosts great room and great view
"Had an ocean view room, roomy, all mod cons, so so neat and tidy."
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#18 Best Value of 50 places to stay in Timaru
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#19 Best Value of 50 places to stay in Timaru
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#20 Best Value of 50 places to stay in Timaru
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SandieGee_10
@SandieGee_10
Reviewed on 27 Sept 2022
A surprising find
"Extremely approachable lovely hosts sisters Rach & Sandy. Small unit but everything that we needed. Very Comfy bed and 2 comfortable pillows. Motel very handy to town, and the great Caroline Bay parkland area. Would..."
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#21 Best Value of 50 places to stay in Timaru
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Bed and Breakfast
Caitlin & Georgia
@Joltdancers2023
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2023
New Years Break
"Amazing break away owners are very kind and welcoming had a couple of internet issues. Great place to stay very good location close to all facilities. Well sheltered from any noise from the road. with good storage..."
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#22 Best Value of 50 places to stay in Timaru
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cathleen929
@cathleen929
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2016
Beautiful and comfortable
"Our rooms were spacious, beautiful and very comfortable. The beds were so comfortable that we all overslept. The bathroom was very well-equipped and sparkling clean. There is a lovely comfortable lounge available..."
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#23 Best Value of 50 places to stay in Timaru
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Guesthouse
#24 Best Value of 50 places to stay in Timaru
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CharlieOscarPapa
@CharlieOscarPapa
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2022
Good overnight choice
"My dog and I stayed overnight and found the motel welcoming, clean and comfortable. The bed was fine and the room warm. Spotlessly clean. Not sure why there are comments about the hot water, which was good and no..."
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#25 Best Value of 50 places to stay in Timaru
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Bed and Breakfast
OnAir54971823675
@OnAir54971823675
Reviewed on 20 Feb 2019
Lovely accommodation with spectacular views
"Alan and Anita are wonderful hosts and offer superb bed and breakfast with evening meal. Lovely bright and clean rooms with spectacular views and a glorious garden. We were very interested in seeing the olive..."
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#26 Best Value of 50 places to stay in Timaru
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Janepeamore
@Janepeamore
Reviewed on 28 Oct 2019
On highway
"One night stop...room compact with amenities...clean...washing machines free,small charge for drying.. Owner very pleasant and welcoming...close to shops for supplies. Very busy highway so a little noisy."
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#27 Best Value of 50 places to stay in Timaru
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#28 Best Value of 50 places to stay in Timaru
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Wanderer44070160706
@Wanderer44070160706
Reviewed on 12 Aug 2023
Just wow 😊
"Just wow.
I was welcome in from sheila she absolutely wonderful she put the heaters on for me before I came .the place and bedroom is so clean and very close to town 5 minutes walk .
I had a chance to meet very good..."
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#29 Best Value of 50 places to stay in Timaru
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Small Hotel
#30 Best Value of 50 places to stay in Timaru
Timaru Hotels Information
Hotels in Timaru | 49 |
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Hotels Prices From | €52 |
Hotels Reviews | 3,090 |
Hotels Photos | 1,320 |
Travel high season | Dec - Feb |
Travel low season | Mar - May |
High season avg price | €88 |
Low season avg price | €75 |
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Price trends, weather and things to do can help you make a decision.
Season
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Dec - Feb
Avg. price/night
€101
HIGHEST
€52€136
Avg. temperature
-
Avg. precipitation
48mm
DRIEST
39 mm83 mm
Mar - May
Avg. price/night
€87
LOWEST
€52€136
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-
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65mm
39 mm83 mm
Jun - Aug
Avg. price/night
€93
€52€136
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-
Avg. precipitation
66mm
WETTEST
39 mm83 mm
Sep - Nov
Avg. price/night
€97
€52€136
Avg. temperature
-
Avg. precipitation
56mm
39 mm83 mm
Price trend information excludes taxes and fees and is based on base rates for a nightly stay for 2 adults found in the last 7 days on our site and averaged for commonly viewed hotels in Timaru. Select dates and complete search for nightly totals inclusive of taxes and fees.
Hotels near the sights
- Te Ana Māori Rock ArtTe Ana provides personalised, authentic Maori cultural experiences based around the rock art art sites created by our ancestors. We offer guided tours of our Māori Rock Art Centre, Te Ana, and guided tours to some of the districts most stunning examples of Māori rock drawings, also known as cave art. We are a Māori owned not-for-profit organisation - 100% of the proceeds of our centre and site tours are used for the management of the rock art sites in the district. By choosing Te Ana you are helping us to protect this unique aspect of our culture for future generations. Kia ora!Read more
- Caroline Bay BeachRead more
- Famlan Farm ParkFamlan is an animal farm park that's an Ideal outing for Families, Schools, Preschools, groups and animal lovers of all ages. All of our animals are very friendly most will let you get in with them some will be all over you (especially if you have FOOD) We are now open for prearranged bookings only so if you wish to visit please give us a call and we will try to arrange a time that suits youRead more
- South Canterbury MuseumRead more
- Aigantighe Art GalleryAigantighe Art Gallery is the home of art in South Canterbury. Established in 1956, its name is Scottish Gaelic for 'at home' and is pronounced 'egg and tie'. The gallery is open Tuesday to Friday 10am-4pm, weekends 12-4pm. The sculpture garden is always open. Entry is free.Read more
- Centennial ParkRead more
- York Street Gallery of Fine ArtLocated in Timaru, South Canterbury, New Zealand. This unique gallery is owned by established sculpture artist 'Debbie Templeton-Page'. The gallery is home to an ever changing collection of works by renowned New Zealand artists. The unique style and atmosphere of York Street Gallery of Fine Art is enhanced by the experience and flair of it's owner. The gallery holds a selection of high quality artwork to view and to purchase.Read more
- Timaru Botanic GardensRead more
- Blueberry HavenRead more
Frequently Asked Questions about Timaru hotels
- Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge, ASURE Ashley Motor Lodge, and Aspen On King are some of the most popular hotels for travellers looking to stay near Caroline Bay Beach. See the full list: Hotels near Caroline Bay Beach.
- Popular hotels close to Te Ana Māori Rock Art include Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge, Grosvenor Hotel, and Panorama Motor Lodge. See the full list: Hotels near Te Ana Māori Rock Art.
- Popular hotels close to Timaru Airport include Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge, ASURE Ashley Motor Lodge, and Aspen On King. See the full list: Hotels near Timaru Airport.
- A few of the most popular hotels near South Canterbury Museum are Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge, Aspen On King, and ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge. See the full list: Hotels near South Canterbury Museum.
- Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge, ASURE Ashley Motor Lodge, and Aspen On King all received great reviews from families travelling in Timaru. See the full list: Family Hotels Timaru.