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Our top choices for Waimataitai hotels

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

1. Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru

Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru
3.5 star property
Waimataitai
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (283 reviews)
"Was nice and tidy"
Australia
Bryan
The price is Rp1.407.564
Rp1.618.699 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru
A building with a sign indicating a vacancy.

2. 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 Rp1.363.529
Rp1.568.114 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Ashbury Park Motel
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a balcony with a view.

3. Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge

Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge
4.0 star property
Maori Hill, 1.2 km from Waimataitai
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (150 reviews)
"Great place, very welcoming. Reception gave a map to help us plan our trip south the next day which was very useful. Oh, and within walking distance of penguin nesting across the park."
Australia
Stephen
The price is Rp2.023.462
Rp2.326.981 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge
A compact kitchen with a microwave, stove, and sink. There is a clock on the wall and a window with blinds.

4. Aspen on King Motel

Aspen on King Motel
4.5 star property
Parkside, 3.1 km from Waimataitai
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (572 reviews)
"Very nice and quiet place to stay. We would definitely stay there again."
Australia
Rodney
The price is Rp2.112.937
Rp2.429.878 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 Nov
Aspen on King Motel
A coastal building with balconies, labeled "COASTAL RIDGE TIMARU LUXURY ACCOMMODATION."

5. Coastal Ridge Apartments

Coastal Ridge Apartments
3.5 star property
Kensington, 3.6 km from Waimataitai
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (113 reviews)
"One of the bests stays I’ve experienced, ticks all the boxes and then some.. thank you !"
Australia
Sarah
The price is Rp1.830.277
Rp2.104.819 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 Nov
Coastal Ridge Apartments
A hotel lobby with wooden doors, a glass table with a vase of flowers, and a colorful wall unit.

6. The Grosvenor

The Grosvenor
3.0 star property
Timaru Central, 2 km from Waimataitai
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (851 reviews)
"Loved my stay. Great hotel with lovely rooms."
Australia
Ants
The price is Rp1.563.516
Rp1.798.043 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Nov - 8 Nov
The Grosvenor
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a view of the beach.

7. Baywatch Motor Lodge

Baywatch Motor Lodge
4.0 star property
Maori Hill, 1 km from Waimataitai
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (133 reviews)
"Great spot to stay and I was made to feel welcomed when I went to check in. Will definitely stay here again."
Australia
Steven
The price is Rp2.043.811
Rp2.350.383 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Baywatch Motor Lodge
A residential area with modern houses, a street, and a view of the ocean.

8. The Sea Breeze

The Sea Breeze
2.0 star property
Timaru Central, 1.4 km from Waimataitai
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (21 reviews)
"Absolutely top notch from the lovely lady at reception to the great views perfect stay, great location lovely apartment will stay again 🙂"
Australia
Anthony
The price is Rp2.207.316
Rp2.538.413 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 Nov
The Sea Breeze
A balcony with a glass table and chairs, overlooking a coastal area with palm trees and a clear view of the sea.

9. Panorama Motor Lodge

Panorama Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
Timaru Central, 1.4 km from Waimataitai
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (142 reviews)
"Great stay! Plenty of parking. Thanks much!"
United States
David
The price is Rp1.841.167
Rp2.117.388 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 Nov
Panorama Motor Lodge
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a view of greenery outside.

10. ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge

ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
Parkside, 2.9 km from Waimataitai
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (297 reviews)
"Great sized rooms, comfortable beds, nice rooms, very clean. Super easy stop over option"
Australia
Rachael
The price is Rp1.788.335
Rp2.056.585 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 Nov
ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge
A hotel room with a large bed, a chair, a balcony with a view, and a window with curtains.

11. Asure Ashley Motor Lodge

Asure Ashley Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
Kensington, 3.6 km from Waimataitai
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (183 reviews)
"Great rooms and very tidy and clean. Worth every penny."
Australia
Kyle
The price is Rp1.702.406
Rp1.957.767 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 Nov
Asure Ashley Motor Lodge
A room with a leather sofa, sheer curtains, and a view of a balcony.

12. Harbour View Motel

Harbour View Motel
2.5 star property
Maori Hill, 1 km from Waimataitai
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (130 reviews)
"Great location, cool view of the port"
Australia
Thomas
The price is Rp1.873.375
Rp2.154.381 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 Nov
Harbour View Motel
A reception area with a glass door, a red door, and a stone pillar.

13. Cedar Lodge Motel

Cedar Lodge Motel
3.0 star property
Kensington, 3.6 km from Waimataitai
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (135 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 Rp1.710.670
Rp1.967.271 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Cedar Lodge Motel
A hotel room with two beds, a dining table, a ceiling fan, and a large window with a view.

14. Comfort Hotel Benvenue

Comfort Hotel Benvenue
3.5 star property
Maori Hill, 0.9 km from Waimataitai
7.8 out of 10, Good, (184 reviews)
"All good"
United States
Helen
The price is Rp1.351.581
Rp1.554.318 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Comfort Hotel Benvenue
A compact kitchen with a central island, a sink, and a stove. There are two bar stools and a dining table.

15. Anchor Motel

Anchor Motel
2.5 star property
Maori Hill, 0.7 km from Waimataitai
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (235 reviews)
"Lovely for solo travellor"
Australia
Frances
The price is Rp1.065.448
Rp1.225.265 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Anchor Motel
A display of 'earththerapy' soap bars and a rolled towel.

16. Bay City Motor Lodge

Bay City Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
Maori Hill, 1 km from Waimataitai
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (85 reviews)
"Was perfect! Really enjoyed my stay"
New Zealand
Nick
The price is Rp1.791.445
Rp2.060.162 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Bay City Motor Lodge
A kitchen with a sink, a coffee maker, and a window with a view of greenery.

17. Fitzgerald on King

Fitzgerald on King
2.5 star property
Parkside, 3.1 km from Waimataitai
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (79 reviews)
"Excellent staff and location"
Australia
Paul
The price is Rp2.156.221
Rp2.479.654 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 Nov
Fitzgerald on King
A neatly made bed with patterned bedding and a dark-colored pillow.

18. Aaron Court Motel

Aaron Court Motel
2.0 star property
Maori Hill, 0.8 km from Waimataitai
6.8 out of 10, (147 reviews)
"Lovely and quiet even though on the main road. We were able to check in early, which was very much appreciated. Easy parking and within walking distance to foods and the penguins."
Australia
Rebecca
The price is Rp959.702
Rp1.103.657 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Aaron Court Motel
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a bench by the window, a flat-screen TV, a mirror, and a bathroom with a sink and toilet.

19. The Fort. Timaru

The Fort. Timaru
3.0 star property
Timaru Central, 2.4 km from Waimataitai
7.6 out of 10, Good, (22 reviews)
"Backpacker style accommodation at premium rate."
New Zealand
Wayne
The price is Rp1.233.378
Rp1.418.385 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
The Fort. Timaru
A kitchen with a stainless steel refrigerator, a microwave, and an oven.

20. The Coast Motel

The Coast Motel
3.5 star property
Maori Hill, 0.9 km from Waimataitai
7.8 out of 10, Good, (159 reviews)
"It was easy access and the room was great."
Australia
Julie
The price is Rp1.750.524
Rp2.013.154 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
The Coast Motel
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Compare popular hotels in Waimataitai

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A building with a sign indicating a vacancy.
Ashbury Park Motel
4.0 star property
8.6
Excellent
308 reviews
View
A hotel room with a bed, a TV on a stand, a desk with a chair, and a window with curtains.
Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru
3.5 star property
8.6
Excellent
283 reviews
View
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a view of greenery outside.
ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
297 reviews
View
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a balcony with a view.
Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge
4.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
150 reviews
View
A residential area with modern houses, a street, and a view of the ocean.
The Sea Breeze
2.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
21 reviews
View

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.

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.

Maori Hill

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

A garden with a fountain, benches, and a statue.
Photo by Paolo Corrales
Open Photo by Paolo Corrales

Timaru Port

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

Highfield

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

Top Waimataitai Hotel Reviews

ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge

ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge

10/10 Excellent
"The owner was extremely accommodating and a pleasure to deal with. A genuinely nice person couldn’t highly recommend enough staying at this property."
Glen 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge

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.