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Our top choices for Waimataitai hotels

A hotel room with a bed, a TV on a stand, a desk with a chair, and a window with curtains.

1. Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru

Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru
3.5 star property
Waimataitai
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (280 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 RM315
RM363 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru
A building with a sign indicating a vacancy.

2. 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 RM361
RM415 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
Ashbury Park Motel
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a view of greenery outside.

3. ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge

ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
Parkside, 2.9 km from Waimataitai
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (295 reviews)
"Great sized rooms, comfortable beds, nice rooms, very clean. Super easy stop over option"
Australia
Rachael
The price is RM425
RM489 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge
A compact kitchen with a microwave, stove, and sink. There is a clock on the wall and a window with blinds.

4. Aspen on King Motel

Aspen on King Motel
4.5 star property
Parkside, 3.1 km from Waimataitai
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (571 reviews)
"Very nice and quiet place to stay. We would definitely stay there again."
Australia
Rodney
The price is RM473
RM544 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
Aspen on King Motel
A bar area with wooden flooring, a curved bar counter, and a variety of bottles and glasses on shelves.

5. The Grosvenor

The Grosvenor
3.0 star property
Timaru Central, 2 km from Waimataitai
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (850 reviews)
"Loved my stay. Great hotel with lovely rooms."
Australia
Ants
The price is RM350
RM403 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Oct - 17 Oct
The Grosvenor
A hotel room with a large bed, a chair, a balcony with a view, and a window with curtains.

6. Asure Ashley Motor Lodge

Asure Ashley Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
Kensington, 3.6 km from Waimataitai
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (182 reviews)
"Great rooms and very tidy and clean. Worth every penny."
Australia
Kyle
The price is RM408
RM470 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
Asure Ashley Motor Lodge
A room with a circular window overlooking a beach, a lamp, and a bed with pillows.

7. The Sea Breeze

The Sea Breeze
2.0 star property
Timaru Central, 1.4 km from Waimataitai
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (19 reviews)
"Great hotel, close to town and very modern."
United States
Kurt
The price is RM494
RM569 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
The Sea Breeze
A room with a leather sofa, sheer curtains, and a view of a balcony.

8. Harbour View Motel

Harbour View Motel
2.5 star property
Maori Hill, 1 km from Waimataitai
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (129 reviews)
"Great location, cool view of the port"
Australia
Thomas
The price is RM420
RM483 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Harbour View Motel
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a view of the beach.

9. Baywatch Motor Lodge

Baywatch Motor Lodge
4.0 star property
Maori Hill, 1 km from Waimataitai
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (131 reviews)
"great view of the sunrise"
Australia
Ross
The price is RM424
RM488 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
Baywatch Motor Lodge
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a balcony with a view.

10. Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge

Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge
4.0 star property
Maori Hill, 1.2 km from Waimataitai
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (149 reviews)
"The hostess was extremely informative, friendly and accommodating. The complex is centrally located, just off SH1 and there is very little noise during the night. It is easy to get around Timaru."
Australia
Robyn
The price is RM504
RM579 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge
A balcony with a glass table and chairs, overlooking a coastal area with palm trees and a clear view of the sea.

11. Panorama Motor Lodge

Panorama Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
Timaru Central, 1.4 km from Waimataitai
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (139 reviews)
"Lovely spacious room in a great location. Would stay again in an instant"
Australia
Ele
The price is RM412
RM474 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Panorama Motor Lodge
A coastal building with balconies, labeled "COASTAL RIDGE TIMARU LUXURY ACCOMMODATION."

12. Coastal Ridge Apartments

Coastal Ridge Apartments
3.5 star property
Kensington, 3.6 km from Waimataitai
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (112 reviews)
"One of the bests stays I’ve experienced, ticks all the boxes and then some.. thank you !"
Australia
Sarah
The price is RM466
RM535 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
Coastal Ridge Apartments
A reception area with a glass door, a red door, and a stone pillar.

13. Cedar Lodge Motel

Cedar Lodge Motel
3.0 star property
Kensington, 3.6 km from Waimataitai
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (135 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 RM370
RM426 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Cedar Lodge Motel
A compact kitchen with a central island, a sink, and a stove. There are two bar stools and a dining table.

14. Anchor Motel

Anchor Motel
2.5 star property
Maori Hill, 0.7 km from Waimataitai
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (233 reviews)
"Lovely for solo travellor"
Australia
Frances
The price is RM306
RM351 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Oct - 9 Oct
Anchor Motel
A conference room with tables and chairs, large windows, and a view of the outdoors.

15. Comfort Hotel Benvenue

Comfort Hotel Benvenue
3.5 star property
Maori Hill, 0.9 km from Waimataitai
7.8 out of 10, Good, (184 reviews)
"All good"
United States
Helen
The price is RM267
RM307 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Comfort Hotel Benvenue
A neatly made bed with patterned bedding and a dark-colored pillow.

16. Aaron Court Motel

Aaron Court Motel
2.0 star property
Maori Hill, 0.8 km from Waimataitai
6.8 out of 10, (143 reviews)
"It's only a stopover not a holiday good for the money you get what you pay for."
Australia
mark
The price is RM213
RM244 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Aaron Court Motel
A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a desk, and a view of the street.

17. Bay City Motor Lodge

Bay City Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
Maori Hill, 1 km from Waimataitai
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (85 reviews)
"Was perfect! Really enjoyed my stay"
New Zealand
Nick
The price is RM379
RM436 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
Bay City Motor Lodge
A kitchen with a sink, a coffee maker, and a window with a view of greenery.

18. Fitzgerald on King

Fitzgerald on King
2.5 star property
Parkside, 3.1 km from Waimataitai
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (78 reviews)
"Excellent staff and location"
Australia
Paul
The price is RM476
RM547 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Fitzgerald on King
A building entrance with a green door, two potted plants, and a small window above the door.

19. The Fort. Timaru

The Fort. Timaru
3.0 star property
Timaru Central, 2.4 km from Waimataitai
7.6 out of 10, Good, (22 reviews)
"Backpacker style accommodation at premium rate."
New Zealand
Wayne
The price is RM276
RM318 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
The Fort. Timaru
A modern hotel room with a sofa, a small bed, a TV, and a balcony with a view.

20. The Coast Motel

The Coast Motel
3.5 star property
Maori Hill, 0.9 km from Waimataitai
7.8 out of 10, Good, (159 reviews)
"It was easy access and the room was great."
Australia
Julie
The price is RM360
RM414 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
The Coast Motel
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Where to stay in Waimataitai

Find the best Waimataitai areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A coastal city with a beach, a port with ships, and industrial buildings.

Timaru Central

If you're spending some time in Timaru Central, South Canterbury Museum and Te Ana Maori Rock Art Centre are top sights worth seeing.

Maori Hill

While visiting Maori Hill, you might make a stop by sights like Timaru Lighthouse and Ashbury Park.

A garden with a fountain, benches, and a statue.
Photo by Paolo Corrales
Open Photo by Paolo Corrales

Timaru Port

While visiting Timaru Port, you might make a stop by sights like Caroline Bay Beach and Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden.

Seaview

Though Seaview may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like South Canterbury Museum and Timaru Lighthouse.

Highfield

While Highfield isn't home to many top sights, Aigantighe Art Gallery and Ashbury Park are some notable places to visit nearby.

Top Waimataitai Hotel Reviews

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 hours ago
The Sea Breeze

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Waimataitai?
Guests are sure to enjoy their time checking out all that Timaru's Waimataitai neighbourhood has to offer. Make sure that you visit Ashbury Park and Dashing Rocks Beach as part of your Waimataitai travel plans.
Where is the best place to stay in Waimataitai?
For your stay in Waimataitai, Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru is one of the top choices based on our traveller data. Another good choice for your stay in the neighbourhood is Ashbury Park Motel.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Waimataitai, will I receive a refund?
Yes, most room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best options available in Waimataitai.
What is there to do in this Timaru neighbourhood?
A few attractions you might want to check out while you're in Waimataitai are Ashbury Park and Dashing Rocks Beach. While you're out sightseeing in Timaru, make sure that you visit other sights such as Timaru Lighthouse or Aigantighe Art Gallery.

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