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The Fort Timaru

Hotel in Timaru

Situated in Timaru, 1.3 km from Caroline Bay Beach, The Fort Timaru features accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking, a terrace and a bar.

J
John
From
Australia
Easy non contactless access any queries were answered promptly
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 150 reviews
Price from
US$86.17
1 night, 2 adults

Stay Timaru

Hotel in Timaru

Situated in Timaru and with Caroline Bay Beach reachable within 1 km, Stay Timaru features express check-in and check-out, non-smoking rooms, a garden, free WiFi throughout the property and a shared...

A
Antonio
From
Spain
Sheila was amazing. That lady is something else 😊
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 148 reviews
Price from
US$73.87
1 night, 2 adults

Comfort Hotel Benvenue

Hotel in Timaru

Situated in Timaru, 700 metres from Caroline Bay Beach, Comfort Hotel Benvenue features accommodation with a fitness centre, private parking, a restaurant and a bar.

S
Sarah
From
United Kingdom
Brilliant location and the staff was excellent
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
Good - What previous guests thought, 475 reviews
Price from
US$107.97
1 night, 2 adults

The Grosvenor Hotel

Hotel in Timaru

Located in a restored historic building in the centre of Timaru, The Grosvenor Hotel is just a 2-minute walk from the Intercity bus terminal. It is a 15-minute walk to Caroline Bay Beach.

B
Barbara
From
Australia
The bed was so comfortable! We just stayed for a night and it was exactly what we needed.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 903 reviews
Price from
US$95.05
1 night, 2 adults

Timaru TOP 10 Holiday Park

Timaru

Offering full access to park facilities, Timaru TOP 10 Holiday Park provides bright accommodation with balcony, toaster and electric kettle. Highfield Golf Course is a 3-minute drive away.

S
Scott_NZL
From
Saudi Arabia
Good cabins separated from other rooms which makes them nice and quiet. All facilities were clean and well maintained. Heater in the room quickly got the place toasty.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,057 reviews
Price from
US$63.14
1 night, 2 adults

Kingsdown Manor B&B Timaru

Timaru

Kingsdown Manor B&B Timaru is a recently renovated bed and breakfast in Timaru, where guests can make the most of its seasonal outdoor swimming pool and garden.

J
Jesmund Jeah Jun
From
Malaysia
Booked the suite with very modern cottage athetistics. You can tell the owners poured their heart and soul into the place. It came with all kinds of amenities, always a plus. The owner (Mel) was so attentive and so sweet, she gave my mum a rose to go! The place is beautiful and so adorable! Super comfy bed. Got to try some local jams and relish with the breakfast. Beautiful sunrise. 100% recommended.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 172 reviews
Price from
US$122.26
1 night, 2 adults

Coastal Ridge Apartments

Timaru

Situated in Timaru, Coastal Ridge Apartment offers free WiFi. All rooms boast a kitchenette and a private bathroom. Off-street parking and laundry facilities are available.

D
Donna
From
New Zealand
Loved the size of our room, Bed was super comfy. Had a great view as we where on the top story. Staff at reception when I checked in was super friendly and made you feel very welcome, loved the spa bath in our room and the amazing pressure in the shower.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 191 reviews
Price from
US$130.11
1 night, 2 adults

Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge

Timaru

The centrally located Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge offers accommodation with a private balcony or patio and king-size beds. All accommodation features a kitchenette and an smart TV with streaming services....

P
Pauline
From
United Kingdom
Very welcoming friendly host, took time to explain local area and suggested good stop offs on our return trip
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 490 reviews
Price from
US$120.14
1 night, 2 adults

ASURE Ashley Motor Lodge

Timaru

Asure Ashley Motor Lodge offers apartment-style accommodation just 3 minutes’ drive from Timaru town centre. Free cable TV and free WiFi is provided.

L
Laurence
From
United Kingdom
Well laid out, good facilities and very clean. Very friendly and helpful staff.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 184 reviews
Price from
US$146.94
1 night, 2 adults

Seaside Retreat

Timaru

Situated in the vicinty of Caroline Bay Beach in Timaru, Seaside Retreat is a holiday home, which features a private beach area and garden.

D
David
From
United States
This is a superb cottage close to one of the beaches in Timaru. The cottage is very well appointed, very spacious, and has everything we needed. The location is excellent, with a great sea view, and sunrise views, and it is very quiet and peaceful. We especially enjoyed the excellent shower and the fireplace!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews
Price from
US$108.49
1 night, 2 adults
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  • Popular with guests booking hotels in Timaru

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 148 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hotels in Timaru

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
    Good - What previous guests thought, 475 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hotels in Timaru

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 903 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hotels in Timaru

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 150 reviews

Hotels located in the centre of Timaru

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 362 reviews

    Panorama Motor Lodge is close to cafés and restaurants, is only a 3-minute walk to the CBD and has panoramic sea or city views from most units.

    From US$118.93 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 450 reviews

    Harbour View Motel is a modern complex centrally located 500 metres from Timaru CBD and 100 metres from beautiful Caroline Bay. Free parking and free limited WiFi is provided.

    From US$141.78 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 445 reviews

    Set in Timaru, 700 metres from Caroline Bay Beach, Bay City Motor Lodge offers accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. This 4-star motel offers luggage storage space.

    From US$126.85 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.9
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 46 reviews

    Located in Timaru in the Canterbury region, with Caroline Bay Beach nearby, Nelson Heights Bed & Breakfast provides accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
    Good - What previous guests thought, 475 reviews

    Situated in Timaru, 700 metres from Caroline Bay Beach, Comfort Hotel Benvenue features accommodation with a fitness centre, private parking, a restaurant and a bar.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 920 reviews

    Offering free on-site parking, Baywatch Motor Lodge is just 5 minutes’ drive from the Port of Timaru and Timaru’s shops and restaurants. All accommodation offers satellite TV. Some feature a spa bath.

    From US$114.80 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 148 reviews

    Situated in Timaru and with Caroline Bay Beach reachable within 1 km, Stay Timaru features express check-in and check-out, non-smoking rooms, a garden, free WiFi throughout the property and a shared...

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.0
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 99 reviews

    Located within less than 1 km of Caroline Bay Beach in Timaru, The Ocean Breeze CBD provides accommodation with seating area.

    From US$154.98 per night

Best hotels with breakfast in Timaru and nearby

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

    Matildas Apartment is set in Timaru. The air-conditioned accommodation is 1.1 km from Caroline Bay Beach, and guests can benefit from private parking available on site and free WiFi.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 4 reviews

    Located in Timaru in the Canterbury region, Cottage on Matilda has a garden.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 903 reviews

    Located in a restored historic building in the centre of Timaru, The Grosvenor Hotel is just a 2-minute walk from the Intercity bus terminal. It is a 15-minute walk to Caroline Bay Beach.

    From US$95.05 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
    Good - What previous guests thought, 310 reviews

    The Coast Motel offers 11 rooms (serviced daily) to cater for singles, couples, families and business travellers.

    From US$92.99 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 13 reviews

    Boasting garden views, Cbay 1 Bedroom Suite features accommodation with a garden, around 800 metres from Caroline Bay Beach. This property offers access to a patio, free private parking and free WiFi.

    From US$87.82 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 38 reviews

    Boasting garden views, Cbay 2 bedroom Suite features accommodation with a garden and a patio, around less than 1 km from Caroline Bay Beach.

    From US$97.58 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.2
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 449 reviews

    Aaron Court Motel is located in Timaru, 2 hours' drive from Christchurch and Dunedin. Free WiFi is provided and all rooms have freeview TV.

    From US$74.62 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,232 reviews

    Blue Dolphin Motel is a 5-minute walk from Timaru’s town centre and a 5-minute drive from Timaru Bus Depot. All units have a full kitchen and an open plan living area.

    From US$86.10 per night

Budget hotels in Timaru and nearby

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 373 reviews

    Anchor Motel & Timaru Backpackers offers self-contained accommodation just 5 minutes’ walk from Caroline Bay Beach.

    From US$90.92 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.4
    Passable - What previous guests thought, 25 reviews

    Located in Timaru, 1.1 km from Caroline Bay Beach, The Magnolia Villa CBD has a garden, parking on-site and rooms with free WiFi access.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 857 reviews

    Situated in Timaru, 1.4 km from Caroline Bay Beach, The Hibernian Studio Apartments - 4 Latter Street features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and barbecue facilities.

    From US$80.46 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 26 reviews

    Set in Timaru and only 600 metres from Caroline Bay Beach, Near Caroline Bay, Timaru offers accommodation with sea views, free WiFi and free private parking.

    From US$134.89 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 150 reviews

    Situated in Timaru, 1.3 km from Caroline Bay Beach, The Fort Timaru features accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking, a terrace and a bar.

    From US$92.37 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 565 reviews

    Just 5 minutes’ drive from Caroline Bay Beach, this motel offers rooms and apartments featuring a spa bath and a fully equipped kitchen. Guests enjoy free Wi-Fi access.

    From US$97.58 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 181 reviews

    Situated just 5 minutes’ drive from Timaru town centre, Ashbury Park Motel offers spacious apartments with cooking facilities and free Wi-Fi.

    From US$102.75 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.8
    Passable - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews

    Situated in Timaru and only 1.2 km from Caroline Bay Beach, Handy Location - 3brd home! features accommodation with garden views, free WiFi and free private parking.

What guests said about Timaru:

  • 10.0

    Timaru is a delightful town set in mid Canterbury, and is...

    Timaru is a delightful town set in mid Canterbury, and is strategically located so one can enjoy day trips inland. The town itself is prosperous. Caroline Bay is a delight, and has been developed to be a destination for families in particular. There are a range of eateries to cater for different tastes and pockets! An interesting range of cultural attractions worth viewing too.
    Guest review by
    Mark
    New Zealand
  • 8.0

    A pleasant town to visit with good restaurants and boutique...

    A pleasant town to visit with good restaurants and boutique shops. The Thai Sukhothai restaurant is one of the best in New Zealand. Bustling port exporting logs, cement and seafood. Good beaches are a runaway hit with young families.
    Guest review by
    Correia
  • 10.0

    Timaru is big enough to have a variety of shopping and...

    Timaru is big enough to have a variety of shopping and things to do, especially if you are a first-time visitor. I go there occasionally for my work, but I enjoy walking around the central business area to look at the old buildings and long established businesses. There is a somewhat "comfortable/established" air about the place, that would have me happily relocating to live and work there permanently if my circumstances were different. The natural features of the countryside, wild eastern beaches and mountain foothills are all available with a hour or so by car. Worth exploring!
    Guest review by
    Jones
    New Zealand
  • 10.0

    The first thing I want to mention is the Tesla charging...

    The first thing I want to mention is the Tesla charging station. There is several charging terminals in Timaru which is very important for traveling in South Island by electric cars. We didn’t see penguins , seals and sea lions in Timaru because we didn’t have enough time to stay there and not very lucky. The sand in Caroline bay beach is very soft and clear. If you can come in summer, you can enjoy the beach walk and may luckily see penguins and seals in the evening on the beach.
    Guest review by
    Cathy
  • 10.0

    We had a lovely time and being in timaru it is the starting...

    We had a lovely time and being in timaru it is the starting point to other places close by oamaru dunedin Queenstown wanaka the beautiful pools in tekapo mount cook and so many adventures along the way oh and don't forget to visit the rainbow lolly factory in oamaru
    Guest review by
    Cherie
    New Zealand
  • 8.0

    The sculpture park was beautiful - very interesting to walk...

    The sculpture park was beautiful - very interesting to walk around. We went to try and see the blue penguins at night but only one came ashore! The people in in the information centre were extremely helpful.
    Guest review by
    Tracy
    Australia

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  • From US$95.05 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 903 reviews
    Was very nice and relaxing peaceful, the staff were lovely and very accommodating. Beautiful hotel very cosy and warm, we loved the old lift too. The rooms have been renovated to a very high standard, we enjoyed our stay here. I look forward to visiting the restaurant and bar, sometime again when I am in Timaru again. Not too far from many local attractions, like Caroline bay and the town too
    Guest review by
    Tania Broadley
    New Zealand
  • From US$112.50 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 502 reviews
    - atmosphere in the old building is nice - self service check-in - bathrooms were clean - big clean kitchen including oatmeal breakfast and coffee/tea - although overrated, it was one of the cheapest options in timaru
    Guest review by
    Johannes
    Germany
  • From US$126.28 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 629 reviews
    Our unit was as described and well equipped, clean and warm. We were only there for one night to attend a new event at Caroline Bay parkrun, but I wouldn’t hestitate to stay on future visits.
    Guest review by
    Julia
    New Zealand
  • From US$114.80 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 920 reviews
    The closeness to Caroline Bay. The hotel was clean, and the woman at the desk very pleasant. Beds were comfortable. Nice to have a kitchen to make tea.
    Guest review by
    Jennifer
    New Zealand
  • From US$63.14 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,057 reviews
    Spacious clean cabin, with good kitchen facilities. Located about 10 minutes inland Caroline Bay, so well off the busy SH1.
    Guest review by
    Terri
    United Kingdom