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Our top choices for South Canterbury Museum hotels

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

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, (8 reviews)
"This hotel was absolutely outstanding. 5 star +. The rooms were immaculate. Bed was super comfortable. Bathrooms beautiful! I will be coming up with an excuse to visit Timaru to simply stay here again!"
Australia
Dayna
The price is S$179
includes taxes & fees
28 Jul - 29 Jul
The Sea Breeze
Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

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 S$159
includes taxes & fees
17 Jul - 18 Jul
Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge
Exterior

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 S$152
includes taxes & fees
7 Aug - 8 Aug
Coastal Ridge Apartments
Laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds, free WiFi

Asure Ashley Motor Lodge

Asure Ashley Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
Kensington, 1.7 km from South Canterbury Museum
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (180 reviews)
"Large room, upgraded, wonderful innkeepers, comfy bed, very clean and kitchen worked for us! "
United States
Judy and Jerry
The price is S$145
includes taxes & fees
25 Jul - 26 Jul
Asure Ashley Motor Lodge
Reception

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 S$139
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Cedar Lodge Motel
Private kitchenette

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 S$144
includes taxes & fees
15 Aug - 16 Aug
ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge
Laptop workspace, blackout curtains, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

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 S$164
includes taxes & fees
17 Jul - 18 Jul
Harbour View Motel
Balcony view

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, (135 reviews)
"Check in staff very friendly and helpful. Clean and well appointed room. Free parking. Close to restaurants and beach."
Australia
Kylie
The price is S$154
includes taxes & fees
17 Jul - 18 Jul
Panorama Motor Lodge
Private kitchen

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, (568 reviews)
"Very nice and quiet place to stay. We would definitely stay there again."
Australia
Rodney
The price is S$145
includes taxes & fees
27 Jul - 28 Jul
Aspen on King Motel
Mini-fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

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 S$142
includes taxes & fees
26 Jul - 27 Jul
Fitzgerald on King
Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

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 S$111
includes taxes & fees
17 Jul - 18 Jul
Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru
Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

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 S$165
includes taxes & fees
17 Jul - 18 Jul
Baywatch Motor Lodge
Front of property

Ashbury Park Motel

Ashbury Park Motel
4.0 star property
Waimataitai, 2 km from South Canterbury Museum
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (306 reviews)
"Great facilities, very clean and welcoming hosts"
United Kingdom
Kelly
The price is S$132
includes taxes & fees
22 Jul - 23 Jul
Ashbury Park Motel
Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, desk, laptop workspace

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, (79 reviews)
"Parking was great, close to parks and restaurants"
New Zealand
Pamela
The price is S$154
includes taxes & fees
17 Jul - 18 Jul
Bay City Motor Lodge
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served

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 S$129
includes taxes & fees
25 Jul - 26 Jul
The Grosvenor
Private kitchen

Anchor Motel

Anchor Motel
2.5 star property
Maori Hill, 1.4 km from South Canterbury Museum
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (223 reviews)
"Nice clean tidy accommodation, very helpful and pleasant owners."
Australia
John
The price is S$92
includes taxes & fees
23 Jul - 24 Jul
Anchor Motel
WiFi

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 S$115
includes taxes & fees
7 Aug - 8 Aug
Blue Dolphin Motel
Dining

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 S$111
includes taxes & fees
17 Jul - 18 Jul
Comfort Hotel Benvenue
Living area

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 S$119
includes taxes & fees
17 Jul - 18 Jul
The Coast Motel
Property entrance

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 S$100
includes taxes & fees
16 Jul - 17 Jul
The Fort. Timaru
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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
8 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
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Exterior
Coastal Ridge Apartments
3.5 star property
9.6
Exceptional
108 reviews
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Laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds, free WiFi
Asure Ashley Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
180 reviews
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Reception
Cedar Lodge Motel
3.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
134 reviews
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Top South Canterbury Museum Hotel Reviews

Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru

Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru

10/10 Excellent
"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"
Zoe 3-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru

Hotels near other South Canterbury Museum attractions

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 Anchor Motel and Aaron Court 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 Tuhawaiki Point Lighthouse and Timaru Lighthouse. Get outside and spend some time strolling around Ashbury Park, Washdyke Lagoon Wildlife Refuge and Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden. 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.