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Our top choices for Timaru motels

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

1. The Sea Breeze

The Sea Breeze
2.0 star property
Timaru Central
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (16 reviews)
"Great hotel, close to town and very modern."
United States
Kurt
The price is Rp2.241.308
Rp2.577.504 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
The Sea Breeze
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a view of greenery outside.

2. ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge

ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
Parkside
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (291 reviews)
"Great place to stay. "
Australia
Sheryl lee
The price is Rp1.774.369
Rp2.040.524 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge
A compact kitchen with a microwave, stove, and sink. There is a clock on the wall and a window with blinds.

3. Aspen on King Motel

Aspen on King Motel
4.5 star property
Parkside
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (570 reviews)
"Very nice and quiet place to stay. We would definitely stay there again."
Australia
Rodney
The price is Rp1.755.240
Rp2.018.526 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Aspen on King Motel
A compact kitchen with a central island, a sink, and a stove. There are two bar stools and a dining table.

4. Anchor Motel

Anchor Motel
2.5 star property
Maori Hill
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (232 reviews)
"The owner is lovely,so welcoming and friendly!"
Australia
Rachael
The price is Rp1.081.855
Rp1.244.133 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Anchor Motel
A balcony with a glass table and chairs, overlooking a coastal area with palm trees and a clear view of the sea.

5. Panorama Motor Lodge

Panorama Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
Timaru Central
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (139 reviews)
"Lovely spacious room in a great location. Would stay again in an instant"
Australia
Ele
The price is Rp1.869.521
Rp2.149.996 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
Panorama Motor Lodge
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a balcony with a view.

6. Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge

Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge
4.0 star property
Maori Hill
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (148 reviews)
"Excellent stay!"
Canada
Ivica
The price is Rp2.282.814
Rp2.625.236 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Sept - 13 Sept
Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge
A hotel room with a bed, a TV on a stand, a desk with a chair, and a window with curtains.

7. Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru

Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru
3.5 star property
Waimataitai
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (280 reviews)
"Clean spacious room. Comfortable."
Australia
Toni
The price is Rp1.380.515
Rp1.587.592 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru
A hotel room with a large bed, a chair, a balcony with a view, and a window with curtains.

8. Asure Ashley Motor Lodge

Asure Ashley Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
Kensington
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (181 reviews)
"Large room, upgraded, wonderful innkeepers, comfy bed, very clean and kitchen worked for us! "
United States
Judy and Jerry
The price is Rp1.765.797
Rp2.030.667 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Sept - 13 Sept
Asure Ashley Motor Lodge
A reception area with a glass door, a red door, and a stone pillar.

9. Cedar Lodge Motel

Cedar Lodge Motel
3.0 star property
Kensington
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (134 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 Rp1.671.687
Rp1.922.440 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Sept - 13 Sept
Cedar Lodge Motel
A room with a leather sofa, sheer curtains, and a view of a balcony.

10. Harbour View Motel

Harbour View Motel
2.5 star property
Maori Hill
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (128 reviews)
"Great location, cool view of the port"
Australia
Thomas
The price is Rp1.694.335
Rp1.948.485 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
Harbour View Motel
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a view of the beach.

11. Baywatch Motor Lodge

Baywatch Motor Lodge
4.0 star property
Maori Hill
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (131 reviews)
"great view of the sunrise"
Australia
Ross
The price is Rp2.023.403
Rp2.326.913 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
Baywatch Motor Lodge
A neatly made bed with patterned bedding and a dark-colored pillow.

12. 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 Rp883.345
Rp1.015.852 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Oct - 3 Oct
Aaron Court Motel
A building with a sign indicating a vacancy.

13. Ashbury Park Motel

Ashbury Park Motel
4.0 star property
Waimataitai
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (308 reviews)
"Good place to stay"
Australia
Jared
The price is Rp1.636.317
Rp1.881.765 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
Ashbury Park Motel
A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a desk, and a view of the street.

14. Bay City Motor Lodge

Bay City Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
Maori Hill
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (84 reviews)
"Parking very easy great place to stay "
New Zealand
Nick
The price is Rp1.818.988
Rp2.091.888 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Sept - 12 Sept
Bay City Motor Lodge
A kitchen with a sink, a coffee maker, and a window with a view of greenery.

15. 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 Rp1.763.992
Rp2.028.591 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Fitzgerald on King
A modern hotel room with a sofa, a small bed, a TV, and a balcony with a view.

16. The Coast Motel

The Coast Motel
3.5 star property
Maori Hill
7.8 out of 10, Good, (158 reviews)
"Nice hotel with and a good check-in. "
United States
Gloria
The price is Rp1.555.299
Rp1.788.594 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
The Coast Motel
A modern bar area with a central counter, shelves with bottles, and hanging pendant lights.

17. Northpark Motel

Northpark Motel
3.5 star property
Washdyke
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (80 reviews)
"Clean room friendly staff"
Australia
Cattareeya
The price is Rp1.461.722
Rp1.680.980 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Northpark Motel
A modern building entrance with a glass door, a small outdoor seating area with metal chairs, and a gravel pathway.

18. Andorra Motel

Andorra Motel
3.0 star property
Geraldine
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (318 reviews)
"It was a fantastic motel and highly recommend it. "
Australia
Dianne
The price is Rp1.607.895
Rp1.849.079 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
Andorra Motel
A garden with trees and blue flowers.

19. Four Peaks Motel

Four Peaks Motel
2.5 star property
Geraldine
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (182 reviews)
"Excellent staff, good clean amenities and quiet location. "
Australia
Gary
The price is Rp1.705.343
Rp1.961.144 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
Four Peaks Motel
A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a television, and a view of the outside.

20. ASURE Scenic Route Motor Lodge

ASURE Scenic Route Motor Lodge
4.0 star property
Geraldine
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (320 reviews)
"Room was spacious, location was convenient, walking distance to restaurants, and bathroom was clean."
Singapore
See sin
The price is Rp1.732.412
Rp1.992.274 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Sept - 23 Sept
ASURE Scenic Route Motor Lodge
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Top Timaru Hotel Reviews

ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge

ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge

10/10 Excellent
"Great sized rooms, comfortable beds, nice rooms, very clean. Super easy stop over option"
Rachael 1-night trip
Posted 15 hours ago
ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge

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Timaru Motels information

Number of reviews
3,059
Accommodation
27 Motels
Lowest Price
Rp1.015.852
Highest Price
Rp2.625.236

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Timaru?
If you're having trouble locating a motel in Timaru, expand your search to find motels in the surrounding area or let us help you find something similar from more than 37 hotels and other accommodation options. Simply use our search tools to filter by nightly room rate or cost-saving amenities such as free parking and free breakfast.
What are motels like?
At many motels, you'll often find an outdoor pool and free parking. When you stay at a motel property, you'll usually access your room directly from the car park. Beginning in the early 1950s, customised neon signs often lit up the roadside motels, and examples can still be seen today along historic US Route 66.
What are the best motels in Timaru?
Aaron Court Motel: Enjoy access to the laundry facilities, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru: Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities such as a kitchen. Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge: Enjoy access to the laundry facilities, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Anchor Motel: Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities such as a microwave. Aspen on King Motel: Enjoy access to the terrace, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking.
How many motels are there in Timaru?
You can select from 18 affordable motels in Timaru.
What can I do in Timaru?
In this walkable area, you can explore the spas and enjoy the bars while you're sightseeing. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Caroline Bay Beach, Ashbury Park and Washdyke Lagoon Wildlife Refuge. During your trip, here are some other places to visit: South Canterbury Museum, Botanical Gardens and Aigantighe Art Gallery.
What's the seasonal weather like in Timaru?
Weather can make or break a road trip, so we've gathered some data about year-round temperatures in Timaru to help you plan yours. 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 are my options for getting around Timaru while staying in a motel?
We've gathered some information about local transportation options in Timaru to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Timaru (TIU-Richard Pearse), which is located 6.7 mi (10.7 km) from the heart of the city. If you want to explore the larger area, hop on a train at Timaru Station.

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