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Bay City Motor Lodge

3.0 star property
Eco-certified motel in Timaru with free parking

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Enjoy a comfortable stay with a spacious layout, sliding glass door to an outdoor area with marina views, and a cozy seating area.
Enjoy a serene beachside escape with access to the ocean.
Surrounded by lush greenery and a calm water body, this serene setting offers a peaceful escape.
Relax in a serene garden setting surrounded by lush greenery and a central fountain.
Traditional home with a gabled roof and covered porch, set amidst a well-manicured lawn and lush greenery.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Kitchen
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Laundry
The current price is RM439
RM504 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Jul - 26 Jul

Room options

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1 bedroom, pillow-top beds, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Studio, Accessible, Ground Floor

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Blackout curtains
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

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1 bedroom, pillow-top beds, desk, laptop workspace

Classic Studio, Jetted Tub, Ground Floor

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Blackout curtains
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Living area

Executive Studio, Balcony

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

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1 bedroom, pillow-top beds, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Studio, Jetted Tub

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Basic Studio

1 bedroom, pillow-top beds, desk, laptop workspace

Basic Studio

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Blackout curtains
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Superior Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Balcony

1 bedroom, pillow-top beds, desk, laptop workspace

Superior Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Balcony

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Fridge
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 3 Single Beds

View all photos for Classic Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Jetted Tub, Ground Floor

1 bedroom, pillow-top beds, desk, laptop workspace

Classic Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Jetted Tub, Ground Floor

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Premium bedding
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Superior Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Balcony

1 bedroom, pillow-top beds, desk, laptop workspace

Superior Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Balcony

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Mini-fridge
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Single Beds
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About the area

Map
10-14 Evans Street, Timaru, 7910

What's nearby

  • Caroline Bay Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Ashbury Park - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • South Canterbury Museum - 14 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Timaru Public Hospital - 4 min drive - 2.9 km

Getting around

  • Timaru Station - 16 min walk
  • Timaru (TIU-Richard Pearse) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Burger King - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Kfc - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Columbus Coffee - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Coffee Culture Timaru - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Arthur St Cafe - ‬17 min walk

About this property

Bay City Motor Lodge

Eco-certified motel near Caroline Bay Beach
Located close to Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden and Timaru Lighthouse, Bay City Motor Lodge provides laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this motel include:
  • Free self-parking
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), express check-out and a front desk safe
  • Luggage storage
Room features
All guest rooms at Bay City Motor Lodge include thoughtful touches, such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and separate sitting areas.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hairdryers
  • 55-inch Smart TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, separate sitting areas and kitchens

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking (max 1 space per unit)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 12:30 PM to 1:00 PM for a fee: NZD 8.90 to 13.90 for adults and NZD 8.90 to 13.90 for children

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • High-pile carpet in room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch smart TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 7:30 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2.5 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 7:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 7:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately NZD 8.90 to 13.90 for adults and NZD 8.90 to 13.90 for children
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.5 per cent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds, rollaway/extra beds and high chair
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and outdoor lighting
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

National rating

Rating provided by Qualmark®, source of official star ratings for accommodation in New Zealand.

Property is also known as

Bay City Motor Lodge Timaru
Bay City Motor Timaru
Bay City Motor Lodge Motel
Bay City Motor Lodge Timaru
Bay City Motor Lodge Motel Timaru

Frequently asked questions

Is Bay City Motor Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Bay City Motor Lodge?

As of 11 Jul 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bay City Motor Lodge on 25 Jul 2025 start from RM 438.56, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Bay City Motor Lodge?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Bay City Motor Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 7:30 PM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Bay City Motor Lodge?

Checkout is at 10 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Bay City Motor Lodge located?

Located in Maori Hill, this eco-certified motel is within a 10-minute walk of Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden and Caroline Bay Beach. Aigantighe Art Gallery and Ashbury Park are also within 15 minutes. Timaru Station is 16 minutes by foot.

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Bay City Motor Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 65 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 24 out of 65 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 65 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 65 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 65 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

Great place to stay , good parking , 2 bedrooms nice and roomy
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10

Clean convenient good facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10

Great people at the reception, great service, great rooms for the price. Great views. A overall very good experience
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10

Easy and close spot to walk to beach and town
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10

Central location - close to food and supermarket. Lovely staff
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

8/10

I usually stay here when I visit Timaru. It is clean and comfortable and not overly pricey
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

8/10

Could do better job with everything.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10

Place was pleasant. Unfortunately roadworks going on in the area and losing power in the morning. Would have been nice to have been advised of the power outage so that we could have made a cuppa and not feel like we had no choice but to check out early
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10

Good! Like always
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

6/10

disappointed with the welcome , did not want non NZ people in the motel .
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10

Great place to stay, handy to everything
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

6/10

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

8/10

Very good accommodation. Unfortunately the guest in front of my room were super loud and not respectful. Although not really the motel fault.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

8/10

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10

Only downside is the roadwork.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

8/10

Clean and tidy, also convenient, only spoilt by road works restricting access to the property.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10

Lovely friendly owner. Convenient location, tidy unit with everything we needed.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

8/10

Nice Property but of our 10 day South Island tour was the most expensive encounterd I guess there must have been a Clog Dancing conference that night.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

4/10

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Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

6/10

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023