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Check availability on Timaru Family friendly Hotels

Tonight
9 Sept - 10 Sept
Tomorrow
10 Sept - 11 Sept
This weekend
11 Sept - 13 Sept
Next weekend
18 Sept - 20 Sept

Our top choices for Timaru family-friendly hotels

A coastal building with balconies, labeled "COASTAL RIDGE TIMARU LUXURY ACCOMMODATION."
A modern bathroom with a glass-enclosed shower, a white toilet, and a bathtub.
A hotel room with a large bed, a view of a cityscape, and a balcony with a table and chairs.
A hotel room with a large window offering a city view, a bed with a patterned pillow, and a chair.

1. Coastal Ridge Apartments

Coastal Ridge Apartments
Kensington
  • Create an oceanside oasis for families where kids stay free, just steps from the botanical gardens and Caroline Bay Beach.
RM469
RM539 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Sept - 27 Sept
Coastal Ridge Apartments
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a balcony with a view.
A modern bathroom with a shower, toilet, and bathtub.
A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a lamp, a window with curtains, and a view of the outside.
A hotel room with a television on a wooden desk, a chair, a small table, and a view of the outdoors through a large window.

2. Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge

Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge
Maori Hill
RM523
RM602 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Sept - 13 Sept
Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge
A conference room with tables and chairs, large windows, and a view of the outdoors.
A modern waiting area with comfortable seating, large windows, and a reception desk.
A hotel room with two beds, a dining table, a ceiling fan, and a large window with a view.
A balcony with a table and chairs, overlooking a parking area and buildings.

3. Comfort Hotel Benvenue

Comfort Hotel Benvenue
Maori Hill
  • Endless family beach days ahead with a cosy coastal haven offering free cots, in-room refrigerators, and attentive service.
RM277
RM319 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Comfort Hotel Benvenue
A room with a leather sofa, sheer curtains, and a view of a balcony.
A bedroom with a bed, bedside table, lamp, and a view of the bathroom through an open door.
A modern office space with two transparent chairs and a black desk.
A multi-story hotel with a central courtyard, multiple balconies, and a covered entrance.

4. Harbour View Motel

Harbour View Motel
Maori Hill
RM392
RM451 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Sept - 13 Sept
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 modern bathroom with a glass shower enclosure, a toilet, a sink with a mirror, and a red trash bin.
A dining area with a black table, white chairs, a framed picture on the wall, and a kitchen in the background.

5. Cedar Lodge Motel

Cedar Lodge Motel
Kensington
  • Cedar Lodge Motel in Timaru offers free cots and proximity to Botanical Gardens for family memories.
RM392
RM451 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Sept - 19 Sept
Cedar Lodge Motel
A bathroom with a glass shower enclosure, a toilet, a sink with a mirror, and a window with a view.
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.
A serene pond surrounded by lush greenery and trees.

6. Bay City Motor Lodge

Bay City Motor Lodge
Maori Hill
RM349
RM401 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Sept - 11 Sept
Bay City Motor Lodge
A modern bar area with a central counter, shelves with bottles, and hanging pendant lights.
A two-story motel with a reception area and a parking lot.
A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, white cabinetry, and a large window providing a view of the outside.

7. Northpark Motel

Northpark Motel
Washdyke
RM326
RM375 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Northpark Motel
A hotel with a parking lot, a trampoline, and a swing set.
A swimming pool with a wooden deck, surrounded by a fenced area with a lawn and various shrubs.
A hotel entrance with a reception desk, a glass door, and a welcome sign.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a wooden headboard, a nightstand, a mirror, and a bench with a towel on it.

8. Andorra Motel

Andorra Motel
Geraldine
  • Create a family adventure at this poolside retreat with trampoline and playground just steps from Geraldine Observatory.
RM369
RM424 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Sept - 16 Sept
Andorra Motel
A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a television, and a view of the outside.
A building with a red roof, stone walls, and a covered patio area with metal chairs.
A modern room with a dining area, a flat-screen TV, and a sofa.
A compact kitchen with a microwave, oven, and sink.

9. ASURE Scenic Route Motor Lodge

ASURE Scenic Route Motor Lodge
Geraldine
  • Family lodge offers free cots, satellite TV, and laundry near Geraldine Observatory?an ideal base.
RM397
RM457 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Sept - 23 Sept
ASURE Scenic Route Motor Lodge
A living room with a sofa, pillows, and a vase of flowers.
A kitchen with wooden floors, white cabinetry, and a dining area with a table and chairs.
A striped bean bag chair on a patio with a brick building in the background.
A spacious living room with a fireplace, a wooden dining table, and a bookshelf filled with books.

10. Coldstream Estate - The Whare

Coldstream Estate - The Whare
Coldstream
  • Serene holiday home creates family memories with free breakfast, beach access, adventures, and kid amenities.
RM735
RM846 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Sept - 12 Sept
Coldstream Estate - The Whare
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Choose what matters most at family-friendly hotels in Timaru

Breakfast included
Pool
All-inclusive
4 stars
5 stars

Top Timaru Hotel Reviews

ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge

ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge

10/10 Excellent
"Great sized rooms, comfortable beds, nice rooms, very clean. Super easy stop over option"
Rachael 1-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge
Anchor Motel

Anchor Motel

10/10 Excellent
"The owner is lovely,so welcoming and friendly!"
Rachael 1-night trip
Posted 9 days ago
Anchor Motel
The Grosvenor

The Grosvenor

8/10 Good
"large spacious suit room. fluffy white towels. mini fridge that was silent. Brillant shower. Helpful friendly staff. Loved the lift it was like stepping back in time. Bar/restaurant staff were very helpful and fun to be around. Would stay again."
Arthur 2-night trip
Posted 12 days ago
The Grosvenor
Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru

Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru

10/10 Excellent
"Clean spacious room. Comfortable."
Toni 2-night trip
Posted 3 weeks ago
Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru
Baywatch Motor Lodge

Baywatch Motor Lodge

10/10 Excellent
"great view of the sunrise"
Ross 1-night trip
Posted 1 month ago
Baywatch Motor Lodge
Asure Ashley Motor Lodge

Asure Ashley Motor Lodge

10/10 Excellent
"Very clean, comfy beds, large, warm, spacious units. Had all amenities needed for an overnight stay or longer. Heat pump was great. Spa bath was lovely and worked. Was great having TV's in both bedrooms as well as in the lounge."
Jude 1-night trip
Posted 1 month ago
Asure Ashley Motor Lodge
Comfort Hotel Benvenue

Comfort Hotel Benvenue

8/10 Good
"Staff were great, the bed was very comfy , room warm and clean - key in the door that’s old school! The hotel overall is a bit tired."
Gregory 1-night trip
Posted 3 months ago
Comfort Hotel Benvenue

Frequently asked questions

What's Timaru like for family-friendly holidays?
The welcoming destination of Timaru is a good choice if you've been thinking about a trip with your children. The walking trails and jogging trails are just a couple of things that make this the ideal place for a family holiday. Fly into Timaru (TIU-Richard Pearse), which is located 6.7 mi (10.7 km) from the city centre.
What's the best family accommodation in Timaru?
Comfort Hotel Benvenue is a hotel with a restaurant and laundry facilities, and it's a top choice on Expedia for families. Other good options for your child-friendly holiday include Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge and Cedar Lodge Motel.
When's the best time to book a family-friendly holiday in Timaru?
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's there to see and do with your family in Timaru?
While you are holidaying in Timaru, you and the family may want to see some interesting spots such as Aigantighe Art Gallery and DB Brewery. Make sure that you have lots of time for activities such as Jacks Point Surfspot and Caroline Bay Beach.
What's the best way for us to get around Timaru?
To see more of the larger area, hop on a train at Timaru Station. Timaru may not have many public transport options to choose from, so consider renting a car to explore more.

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