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1. Ashbury Park Motel

Waimataitai

Jared

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

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

2. Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru

Waimataitai

Zoe

includes taxes & fees

17 Oct - 18 Oct

A hotel room with a large bed, a chair, a balcony with a view, and a window with curtains.

3. Asure Ashley Motor Lodge

Kensington, 3.6 km from Waimataitai

Judy and Jerry

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a view of greenery outside.

4. ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge

Parkside, 2.9 km from Waimataitai

Rachael

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A bar area with wooden flooring, a curved bar counter, and a variety of bottles and glasses on shelves.

5. The Grosvenor

Timaru Central, 2 km from Waimataitai

Ants

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A compact kitchen with a central island, a sink, and a stove. There are two bar stools and a dining table.

6. Anchor Motel

Maori Hill, 0.7 km from Waimataitai

Frances

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A balcony with a glass table and chairs, overlooking a coastal area with palm trees and a clear view of the sea.

7. Panorama Motor Lodge

Timaru Central, 1.4 km from Waimataitai

Ele

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 Oct

A compact kitchen with a microwave, stove, and sink. There is a clock on the wall and a window with blinds.

8. Aspen on King Motel

Parkside, 3.1 km from Waimataitai

Rodney

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

A room with a circular window overlooking a beach, a lamp, and a bed with pillows.

9. The Sea Breeze

Timaru Central, 1.4 km from Waimataitai

Kurt

includes taxes & fees

17 Oct - 18 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a desk, and a view of the street.

10. Bay City Motor Lodge

Maori Hill, 1 km from Waimataitai

Nick

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a balcony with a view.

11. Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge

Maori Hill, 1.2 km from Waimataitai

Robyn

includes taxes & fees

31 Oct - 1 Nov

A coastal building with balconies, labeled "COASTAL RIDGE TIMARU LUXURY ACCOMMODATION."

12. Coastal Ridge Apartments

Kensington, 3.6 km from Waimataitai

Sarah

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

A room with a leather sofa, sheer curtains, and a view of a balcony.

13. Harbour View Motel

Maori Hill, 1 km from Waimataitai

Thomas

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a view of the beach.

14. Baywatch Motor Lodge

Maori Hill, 1 km from Waimataitai

Ross

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A reception area with a glass door, a red door, and a stone pillar.

15. Cedar Lodge Motel

Kensington, 3.6 km from Waimataitai

Lindsay

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, and a television in the adjacent room.

16. Blue Dolphin Motel

Maori Hill, 0.8 km from Waimataitai

Judith

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A conference room with tables and chairs, large windows, and a view of the outdoors.

17. Comfort Hotel Benvenue

Maori Hill, 0.9 km from Waimataitai

Garry

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A building entrance with a green door, two potted plants, and a small window above the door.

18. The Fort. Timaru

Timaru Central, 2.4 km from Waimataitai

Wayne

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

A modern hotel room with a sofa, a small bed, a TV, and a balcony with a view.

19. The Coast Motel

Maori Hill, 0.9 km from Waimataitai

Julie

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

A neatly made bed with patterned bedding and a dark-colored pillow.

20. Aaron Court Motel

Maori Hill, 0.8 km from Waimataitai

mark

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

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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.

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Maori Hill

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

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A garden with a fountain, benches, and a statue.

Timaru Port

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

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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.

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Highfield

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

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Top Waimataitai Hotel Reviews

Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"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."

The Sea Breeze

10/10 Excellent

"We had a fantastic stay at this apartment in Timaru. It has been recently refurbished and is beautifully presented, with everything you could possibly need for a comfortable stay. The location is excellent, just minutes from the main street, with plenty of great restaurants and cafés within easy walking distance. The apartment itself was spotlessly clean and very well equipped. The real highlight, though, was the amazing sea views. They were absolutely incredible and made the stay feel extra special. We would happily stay here again and highly recommend it to anyone visiting Timaru!"

Aaron Court Motel

8/10 Good

"Beds comfortable, beautiful crisp white sheets, linen clean. Nice shower pressure and hot, the room was tired looking, but very clean. Could have done with a small dining table to eat at but this wasn't the end of the world as there was a wee coffee table. The rooms were clean and tidy, but the walls could have done with a wipe down, to remove some marks, as it made the place look tired."

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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Our top choices for Waimataitai hotels

1. Ashbury Park Motel

2. Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru

3. Asure Ashley Motor Lodge

4. ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge

5. The Grosvenor

6. Anchor Motel

7. Panorama Motor Lodge

8. Aspen on King Motel

9. The Sea Breeze

10. Bay City Motor Lodge

11. Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge

12. Coastal Ridge Apartments

13. Harbour View Motel

14. Baywatch Motor Lodge

15. Cedar Lodge Motel

16. Blue Dolphin Motel

17. Comfort Hotel Benvenue

18. The Fort. Timaru

19. The Coast Motel

20. Aaron Court Motel

Where to stay in Waimataitai

Timaru Central

Maori Hill

Timaru Port

Seaview

Highfield

Top Waimataitai Hotel Reviews

Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge

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