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Our top choices for South Canterbury Museum hotels

In-room safe, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, soundproofing

1. The Sea Breeze

The Sea Breeze
2.0 star property
Timaru Central, 0.6 km from South Canterbury Museum
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (12 reviews)
"Clean tidy & good value"
Australia
Brett
The price is RM502
RM578 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
The Sea Breeze
Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

2. Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge

Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge
4.0 star property
Maori Hill, 0.9 km from South Canterbury Museum
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (146 reviews)
"Excellent stay!"
Canada
Ivica
The price is RM441
RM507 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge
Exterior

3. Coastal Ridge Apartments

Coastal Ridge Apartments
3.5 star property
Kensington, 1.7 km from South Canterbury Museum
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (108 reviews)
"Wonderful staff!"
Australia
Scott
The price is RM438
RM504 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Aug - 16 Aug
Coastal Ridge Apartments
Reception

4. Cedar Lodge Motel

Cedar Lodge Motel
3.0 star property
Kensington, 1.7 km from South Canterbury Museum
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (134 reviews)
"Love to stay with them as this was my second time with them…. There is nothing to complain about as went perfectly and making my journey enjoyable…. Looking forward to staying with them again"
Australia
Simran
The price is RM381
RM438 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Aug - 13 Aug
Cedar Lodge Motel
Private kitchenette

5. ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge

ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
Parkside, 1 km from South Canterbury Museum
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (287 reviews)
"Great place to stay. "
Australia
Sheryl lee
The price is RM414
RM476 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Aug - 15 Aug
ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge
Laptop workspace, blackout curtains, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

6. Harbour View Motel

Harbour View Motel
2.5 star property
Maori Hill, 1 km from South Canterbury Museum
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (127 reviews)
"Clean room, friendly staff, close to everything"
New Zealand
theresa
The price is RM434
RM499 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Aug - 2 Aug
Harbour View Motel
Balcony view

7. Panorama Motor Lodge

Panorama Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
Timaru Central, 0.7 km from South Canterbury Museum
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (136 reviews)
"Lovely spacious room in a great location. Would stay again in an instant"
Australia
Ele
The price is RM425
RM489 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Aug - 8 Aug
Panorama Motor Lodge
Private kitchen

8. Aspen on King Motel

Aspen on King Motel
4.5 star property
Parkside, 1.1 km from South Canterbury Museum
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (569 reviews)
"Very nice and quiet place to stay. We would definitely stay there again."
Australia
Rodney
The price is RM412
RM474 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
Aspen on King Motel
Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

9. Baywatch Motor Lodge

Baywatch Motor Lodge
4.0 star property
Maori Hill, 1.1 km from South Canterbury Museum
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (129 reviews)
"Great motel with good size room and kitchenette. It was hard to heat the room but we had an enjoyable stay"
Australia
Sally
The price is RM472
RM542 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Jul - 1 Aug
Baywatch Motor Lodge
Mini-fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

10. Fitzgerald on King

Fitzgerald on King
2.5 star property
Parkside, 1.1 km from South Canterbury Museum
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (76 reviews)
"Excellent staff and location"
Australia
Paul
The price is RM389
RM447 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Jul - 31 Jul
Fitzgerald on King
Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

11. Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru

Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru
3.5 star property
Waimataitai, 1.7 km from South Canterbury Museum
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 RM317
RM364 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Aug - 2 Aug
Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru
Front of property

12. Ashbury Park Motel

Ashbury Park Motel
4.0 star property
Waimataitai, 2 km from South Canterbury Museum
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (307 reviews)
"Great facilities, very clean and welcoming hosts"
United Kingdom
Kelly
The price is RM372
RM428 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Jul - 1 Aug
Ashbury Park Motel
Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, desk, laptop workspace

13. Bay City Motor Lodge

Bay City Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
Maori Hill, 1 km from South Canterbury Museum
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (80 reviews)
"Parking very easy great place to stay "
New Zealand
Nick
The price is RM459
RM528 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Aug - 8 Aug
Bay City Motor Lodge
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served

14. The Grosvenor

The Grosvenor
3.0 star property
Timaru Central, 0.3 km from South Canterbury Museum
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (849 reviews)
"Loved my stay. Great hotel with lovely rooms."
Australia
Ants
The price is RM361
RM415 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Aug - 23 Aug
The Grosvenor
Private kitchen

15. Anchor Motel

Anchor Motel
2.5 star property
Maori Hill, 1.4 km from South Canterbury Museum
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (224 reviews)
"Nice clean tidy accommodation, very helpful and pleasant owners."
Australia
John
The price is RM209
RM240 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug
Anchor Motel
WiFi

16. Blue Dolphin Motel

Blue Dolphin Motel
3.5 star property
Maori Hill, 1.3 km from South Canterbury Museum
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (170 reviews)
"Clean and tidy great location great hosts "
Australia
Judith
The price is RM285
RM363 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Aug - 8 Aug
Blue Dolphin Motel
Dining

17. Comfort Hotel Benvenue

Comfort Hotel Benvenue
3.5 star property
Maori Hill, 1.1 km from South Canterbury Museum
7.8 out of 10, Good, (183 reviews)
"Comfortable and clean. Very handy location."
Australia
Jude
The price is RM348
RM400 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Aug - 2 Aug
Comfort Hotel Benvenue
Property entrance

18. The Fort. Timaru

The Fort. Timaru
3.0 star property
Timaru Central, 0.4 km from South Canterbury Museum
7.6 out of 10, Good, (22 reviews)
"Backpacker style accommodation at premium rate."
New Zealand
Wayne
The price is RM248
RM285 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Aug - 7 Aug
The Fort. Timaru
Living area

19. The Coast Motel

The Coast Motel
3.5 star property
Maori Hill, 1.2 km from South Canterbury Museum
7.8 out of 10, Good, (158 reviews)
"Nice hotel with and a good check-in. "
United States
Gloria
The price is RM353
RM406 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Jul - 1 Aug
The Coast Motel
Free WiFi, bed sheets

20. Aaron Court Motel

Aaron Court Motel
2.0 star property
Maori Hill, 1.3 km from South Canterbury Museum
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 RM183
RM210 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Aaron Court Motel
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Compare popular hotels close to South Canterbury Museum

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
In-room safe, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, soundproofing
The Sea Breeze
2.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
12 reviews
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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge
4.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
146 reviews
View
Exterior
Coastal Ridge Apartments
3.5 star property
9.6
Exceptional
108 reviews
View
Reception
Cedar Lodge Motel
3.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
134 reviews
View
Private kitchenette
ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
287 reviews
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Top South Canterbury Museum Hotel Reviews

The Sea Breeze

The Sea Breeze

10/10 Excellent
"Great location with Ocean Views nearby cafes and restaurants. Ideal for my needs"
Glen 1-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
The Sea Breeze

Other attractions near South Canterbury Museum

Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden

9.0/10 (52 reviews)
You can find out about the history of Timaru with a visit to Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden. Visit the area's spas or simply enjoy its bars.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around South Canterbury Museum?
South Canterbury Museum is located in a welcoming area of Timaru that travellers like for its bars. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 25 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
What's the best place to stay near South Canterbury Museum?
Adjacent to South Canterbury Museum, The Grosvenor is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a casino and a restaurant. Other good choices within a short distance include Aaron Court Motel and Anchor Motel.
How many hotels will I be able to find close to South Canterbury Museum?
Expedia has 25 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from South Canterbury Museum.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near South Canterbury Museum, will I receive a refund?
Yes, most hotel room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before check in. If your reservation is non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best options available near South Canterbury Museum.
What can I see and do near South Canterbury Museum?
Learn about local history at Timaru Lighthouse and Tuhawaiki Point Lighthouse. Get outside and spend some time strolling around Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden, Ashbury Park and Botanical Gardens. Lounge by the water at Caroline Bay Beach and Dashing Rocks Beach.
How can I get to South Canterbury Museum?
If you want to venture outside of the area, ride aboard one of the trains from Timaru Station. There may not be many public transport options to choose from near South Canterbury Museum so consider renting a car to see more of the area.