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Recommended hotels in Timaru

Breakfast, lunch and dinner served

The Grosvenor

The Grosvenor
3.0 star property
Timaru Central
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (849 reviews)
"Loved my stay. Great hotel with lovely rooms."
Australia
Ants
The price is S$124
includes taxes & fees
20 Jul - 21 Jul
The Grosvenor
Private kitchen

Anchor Motel

Anchor Motel
2.5 star property
Maori Hill
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (222 reviews)
"Nice clean tidy accommodation, very helpful and pleasant owners."
Australia
John
The price is S$89
includes taxes & fees
30 Jul - 31 Jul
Anchor Motel
Laptop workspace, blackout curtains, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Harbour View Motel

Harbour View Motel
2.5 star property
Maori Hill
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (126 reviews)
"Clean room, friendly staff, close to everything"
New Zealand
theresa
The price is S$161
includes taxes & fees
12 Jul - 13 Jul
Harbour View Motel
In-room safe, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, soundproofing

The Sea Breeze

The Sea Breeze
2.0 star property
Timaru Central
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (7 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$176
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
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
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (146 reviews)
"Excellent stay!"
Canada
Ivica
The price is S$157
includes taxes & fees
12 Jul - 13 Jul
Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge
Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru

Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru
3.5 star property
Waimataitai
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (277 reviews)
"Clean tidy a very friendly staff"
Australia
robert
The price is S$108
includes taxes & fees
12 Jul - 13 Jul
Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru
Private kitchenette

ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge

ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
Parkside
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (286 reviews)
"Great place to stay. "
Australia
Sheryl lee
The price is S$145
includes taxes & fees
24 Jul - 25 Jul
ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge
Dining

Comfort Hotel Benvenue

Comfort Hotel Benvenue
3.5 star property
Maori Hill
7.8 out of 10, Good, (183 reviews)
"Comfortable and clean. Very handy location."
Australia
Jude
The price is S$109
includes taxes & fees
12 Jul - 13 Jul
Comfort Hotel Benvenue
Sports bar

Northpark Motel

Northpark Motel
3.5 star property
Washdyke
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (80 reviews)
"Very warm and comfortable, easy to get to and quiet despite being near a busy road. Amazing kitchen facilities with everything you need to cook a meal! "
Australia
Clare
The price is S$107
includes taxes & fees
26 Jul - 27 Jul
Northpark Motel
Private kitchen

Aspen on King Motel

Aspen on King Motel
4.5 star property
Parkside
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$142
includes taxes & fees
20 Jul - 21 Jul
Aspen on King Motel
Property entrance

The Fort. Timaru

The Fort. Timaru
3.0 star property
Timaru Central
7.6 out of 10, Good, (22 reviews)
"Backpacker style accommodation at premium rate."
New Zealand
Wayne
The price is S$95
includes taxes & fees
22 Jul - 23 Jul
The Fort. Timaru
Laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds, free WiFi

Asure Ashley Motor Lodge

Asure Ashley Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
Kensington
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$140
includes taxes & fees
24 Jul - 25 Jul
Asure Ashley Motor Lodge
Balcony view

Panorama Motor Lodge

Panorama Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
Timaru Central
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$152
includes taxes & fees
12 Jul - 13 Jul
Panorama Motor Lodge
Exterior

Coastal Ridge Apartments

Coastal Ridge Apartments
3.5 star property
Kensington
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (107 reviews)
"Clean room, prime location"
Australia
MOSES
The price is S$137
includes taxes & fees
12 Jul - 13 Jul
Coastal Ridge Apartments
Bathroom

Fitzgerald on King

Fitzgerald on King
2.5 star property
Parkside
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (76 reviews)
"Excellent staff and location"
Australia
Paul
The price is S$143
includes taxes & fees
19 Jul - 20 Jul
Fitzgerald on King
Free WiFi, bed sheets

Aaron Court Motel

Aaron Court Motel
2.0 star property
Maori Hill
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 S$71
includes taxes & fees
23 Jul - 24 Jul
Aaron Court Motel
Reception

Cedar Lodge Motel

Cedar Lodge Motel
3.0 star property
Kensington
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (133 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 S$137
includes taxes & fees
1 Aug - 2 Aug
Cedar Lodge Motel
Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Baywatch Motor Lodge

Baywatch Motor Lodge
4.0 star property
Maori Hill
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (127 reviews)
"Room immaculate, hosts lovely "
Australia
Louise
The price is S$149
includes taxes & fees
12 Jul - 13 Jul
Baywatch Motor Lodge
Front of property

Ashbury Park Motel

Ashbury Park Motel
4.0 star property
Waimataitai
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (306 reviews)
"Great facilities, very clean and welcoming hosts"
United Kingdom
Kelly
The price is S$122
includes taxes & fees
31 Jul - 1 Aug
Ashbury Park Motel
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Top Timaru Hotel Reviews

The Sea Breeze

The Sea Breeze

10/10 Excellent
"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!"
Dayna 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
The Sea Breeze

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Timaru Hostels information

Number of reviews
3,513
Accommodation
1 Hostels
Lowest Price
S$71
Highest Price
S$176

Frequently asked questions

Should I stay in a hostel in Timaru?
Hostels are a great way to stay for a good value, so you can save your money for going out. If you're hoping to treat your taste buds while you're here, you can check out the bars.
What is a hostel?
No two hostels look exactly the same, but these dormitory-style accommodations all feature shared rooms (though many have private options too), budget-friendly prices and a social environment.
What are the best hostels in Timaru?
While you're deciding on a place to stay, have a look at this top hostel in Timaru: Stay Timaru - You can take advantage of free Wi-Fi and free parking, as well as laundry facilities. Rooms come with towels, showers and bed sheets.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Timaru?
Good weather's definitely a plus when you're discovering new places, so here are some stats about the local climate: 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 is there to see and do in Timaru?
Depending on what you're interested in, you might like to explore the area around Timaru. Get out into nature with places such as Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden, Caroline Bay Beach and Ashbury Park. Cultural attractions include South Canterbury Museum. Additional attractions include Dashing Rocks Beach, Washdyke Lagoon Wildlife Refuge and DB Brewery.
What's the best way to get to and around Timaru while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in and around Timaru in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is Timaru (TIU-Richard Pearse), located 6.7 mi (10.7 km) from the city centre. After you've arrived, you may want to use public transport to get around. If you're looking to see more of the area, head over to Timaru Station to hop on a train.

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