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Next weekend
21 Aug - 23 Aug
In two weeks
28 Aug - 30 Aug
In one month
11 Sept - 13 Sept
In two months
9 Oct - 11 Oct
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Recommended hotels in Timaru

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1. The Grosvenor

The Grosvenor
3.0 star property
Timaru Central
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (849 reviews)
"Loved my stay. Great hotel with lovely rooms."
Australia
Ants
The price is RM366
RM421 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Sept - 13 Sept
The Grosvenor
Desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi

2. Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge

Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge
4.0 star property
Maori Hill
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (148 reviews)
"Excellent stay!"
Canada
Ivica
The price is RM526
RM605 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Sept - 12 Sept
Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge
Private kitchen

3. Anchor Motel

Anchor Motel
2.5 star property
Maori Hill
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (228 reviews)
"Nice clean tidy accommodation, very helpful and pleasant owners."
Australia
John
The price is RM212
RM244 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Anchor Motel
In-room safe, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, soundproofing

4. The Sea Breeze

The Sea Breeze
2.0 star property
Timaru Central
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (12 reviews)
"Clean tidy & good value"
Australia
Brett
The price is RM509
RM585 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
The Sea Breeze
Balcony view

5. Panorama Motor Lodge

Panorama Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
Timaru Central
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (138 reviews)
"Very good"
Australia
Graeme
The price is RM431
RM496 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Panorama Motor Lodge
Laptop workspace, blackout curtains, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

6. Harbour View Motel

Harbour View Motel
2.5 star property
Maori Hill
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (128 reviews)
"Great location, cool view of the port"
Australia
Thomas
The price is RM434
RM500 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Harbour View Motel
Reception

7. Cedar Lodge Motel

Cedar Lodge Motel
3.0 star property
Kensington
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (134 reviews)
"A perfect stopover on the way to Christchurch. Clean and quiet, lots of room and easy to get in and out on the main road."
Australia
Lindsay
The price is RM386
RM444 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Aug - 16 Aug
Cedar Lodge Motel
Dining

8. Comfort Hotel Benvenue

Comfort Hotel Benvenue
3.5 star property
Maori Hill
7.8 out of 10, Good, (183 reviews)
"Comfortable and clean. Very handy location."
Australia
Jude
The price is RM352
RM405 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Aug - 16 Aug
Comfort Hotel Benvenue
Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

9. Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru

Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru
3.5 star property
Waimataitai
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (278 reviews)
"Manager was very welcoming and friendly. Rooms were perfect for our families needs and were quite spacious. Surprisngly not noisy, despite being on the main road and a handy location to shops/parks/Caroline Bay"
Australia
Zoe
The price is RM321
RM369 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Aug - 16 Aug
Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru
Exterior

10. Coastal Ridge Apartments

Coastal Ridge Apartments
3.5 star property
Kensington
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (109 reviews)
"One of the bests stays I’ve experienced, ticks all the boxes and then some.. thank you !"
Australia
Sarah
The price is RM422
RM486 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Coastal Ridge Apartments
Private kitchenette

11. ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge

ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
Parkside
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (287 reviews)
"Great place to stay. "
Australia
Sheryl lee
The price is RM419
RM482 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge
Laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds, free WiFi

12. Asure Ashley Motor Lodge

Asure Ashley Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
Kensington
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (181 reviews)
"Large room, upgraded, wonderful innkeepers, comfy bed, very clean and kitchen worked for us! "
United States
Judy and Jerry
The price is RM398
RM457 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Aug - 29 Aug
Asure Ashley Motor Lodge
Front of property

13. Ashbury Park Motel

Ashbury Park Motel
4.0 star property
Waimataitai
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (308 reviews)
"Good place to stay"
Australia
Jared
The price is RM377
RM434 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Ashbury Park Motel
Private kitchen

14. Aspen on King Motel

Aspen on King Motel
4.5 star property
Parkside
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (570 reviews)
"Very nice and quiet place to stay. We would definitely stay there again."
Australia
Rodney
The price is RM404
RM465 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Aspen on King Motel
Free WiFi, bed sheets

15. Aaron Court Motel

Aaron Court Motel
2.0 star property
Maori Hill
6.8 out of 10, (140 reviews)
"Easy to get to and been able to drive around, park at the property."
Australia
Peter
The price is RM222
RM255 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Aaron Court Motel
Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

16. Baywatch Motor Lodge

Baywatch Motor Lodge
4.0 star property
Maori Hill
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (130 reviews)
"great view of the sunrise"
Australia
Ross
The price is RM454
RM523 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Baywatch Motor Lodge
Property entrance

17. The Fort. Timaru

The Fort. Timaru
3.0 star property
Timaru Central
7.6 out of 10, Good, (22 reviews)
"Backpacker style accommodation at premium rate."
New Zealand
Wayne
The price is RM251
RM289 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
The Fort. Timaru
Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, desk, laptop workspace

18. Bay City Motor Lodge

Bay City Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
Maori Hill
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (82 reviews)
"Parking very easy great place to stay "
New Zealand
Nick
The price is RM372
RM427 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Aug - 16 Aug
Bay City Motor Lodge
Sports bar

19. Northpark Motel

Northpark Motel
3.5 star property
Washdyke
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (80 reviews)
"Clean room friendly staff"
Australia
Cattareeya
The price is RM319
RM366 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Aug - 16 Aug
Northpark Motel
WiFi

20. Blue Dolphin Motel

Blue Dolphin Motel
3.5 star property
Maori Hill
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (170 reviews)
"Clean and tidy great location great hosts "
Australia
Judith
The price is RM289
RM369 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Aug - 21 Aug
Blue Dolphin Motel
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Top Timaru Hotel Reviews

Baywatch Motor Lodge

Baywatch Motor Lodge

10/10 Excellent
"great view of the sunrise"
Ross 1-night trip
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Baywatch Motor Lodge

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Timaru Hostels information

Number of reviews
3,459
Accommodation
1 Hostels
Lowest Price
RM244
Highest Price
RM605

Frequently asked questions

Should I stay in a hostel in Timaru?
Hostels are a great way to stay for a good value, so you can save your money for going out. If you're hoping to treat your taste buds while you're here, you can check out the bars.
What is a hostel?
No two hostels look exactly the same, but these dormitory-style accommodations all feature shared rooms (though many have private options too), budget-friendly prices and a social environment.
What are the best hostels in Timaru?
While you're deciding on a place to stay, have a look at this top hostel in Timaru: Stay Timaru - You can take advantage of free Wi-Fi and free parking, as well as laundry facilities. Rooms come with towels, showers and bed sheets.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Timaru?
Good weather's definitely a plus when you're discovering new places, so here are some stats about the local climate: The hottest months are usually February and January, with an average temperature of 7°C, while the coldest months are July and August, with an average of -3°C. The rainiest months in Timaru are May, September, December and July, with each month seeing an average of 360 mm of rainfall.
What is there to see and do in Timaru?
Depending on what you're interested in, you might appreciate these things around Timaru. Get out into nature with places such as Caroline Bay Beach, Ashbury Park and Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden. Cultural attractions include South Canterbury Museum. Visit landmarks such as Timaru Lighthouse.
What's the best way to get to and around Timaru while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in and around Timaru in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is Timaru (TIU-Richard Pearse), located 6.7 mi (10.7 km) from the city centre. After you've arrived, you may want to use public transport to get around. If you're looking to see more of the area, head over to Timaru Station to hop on a train.

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