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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.

G
Gilpin
From
United Kingdom
Great place. Very clean and good facilities for a weary cyclist.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 195 reviews
Price from
US$86.99
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.

D
Donna
From
New Zealand
Very clean Quiet and the staff were lovely.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
Good - What previous guests thought, 469 reviews
Price from
US$108.99
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.

R
Ru Ngahetau
From
New Zealand
Staff were friendly, room was luxurious, the elevator was cool and the restaurant downstairs had yummy food
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 883 reviews
Price from
US$95.96
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, 1,041 reviews
Price from
US$63.74
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.

H
Harriet
From
United Kingdom
A really great place to recuperate after a long flight and break up journey from christchurch to Dunedin. Loved the stained glass windows. Exceptionally comfortable bed. Fantastic having a kitchen to prepare food. We received a really lovely welcome and our daughter loved the toys provided and settled right in. Thank you!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 168 reviews
Price from
US$123.42
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.

K
Kapeaporter
From
New Zealand
The scenery, the room was beautiful, the view was gorgeous everything was clean and i would definitely be going back
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 196 reviews
Price from
US$137.94
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....

J
John Dafydd
From
Denmark
Nice clean motel with a partial view towards the bay. Rooms were modern and the family 2 bed was quite big. Staff were friendly. There was a car charging port available at no charge, which was really appreciated.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 496 reviews
Price from
US$121.28
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.

C
Chaim
From
Israel
The host was very friendly and obliging and the room was nicely furnished and very spacious and comfortable
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 198 reviews
Price from
US$148.34
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.

F
Fiona
From
New Zealand
So clean and modern with all the bits we needed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 16 reviews
Price from
US$109.52
1 night, 2 adults

Beach Bungalow

Timaru

Beach Bungalow is a recently renovated holiday home in Timaru, near Caroline Bay Beach. This beachfront property offers access to free WiFi and free private parking.

Z
Zofia
From
Australia
Great. Well equipped kitchen and everything very comfy and spacious. Great setting and location.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 8 reviews
Price from
US$103.72
1 night, 2 adults
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 134 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
Good - What previous guests thought, 469 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 195 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 883 reviews

Hotels located in the centre of Timaru

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 361 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$142.78 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 449 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.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 468 reviews

Set in Timaru, 600 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$129.80 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
Good - What previous guests thought, 469 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.

From US$103.72 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 914 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$115.89 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
Good - What previous guests thought, 103 reviews

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

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 883 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$118.75 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 306 reviews

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

From US$100.82 per night

Best hotels with breakfast in Timaru and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 542 reviews

Situated in Timaru and only less than 1 km from Caroline Bay Beach, The Sanctuary & Spa Plus FREE Breakfast features accommodation with sea views, free WiFi and free private parking.

From US$161.09 per night

Situated just 2.3 km from Caroline Bay Beach, The Park on Wai-iti provides accommodation in Timaru with access to a garden, a shared lounge, as well as luggage storage space.

From US$161.09 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 37 reviews

Featuring garden views, Location and luxury in Timaru provides accommodation with a garden, around 700 metres from Caroline Bay Beach.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 44 reviews

Set in Timaru and only 500 metres from Caroline Bay Beach, Beauty on The Bay - Best location in Timaru! offers accommodation with sea views, free WiFi and free private parking.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 164 reviews

Situated in Timaru, within 600 metres of Caroline Bay Beach, Art Deco Beauty on The Bay Hill offers accommodation with air conditioning.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 134 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 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 9 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 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 9 reviews

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

Budget hotels in Timaru and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.3
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 461 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$75.33 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,223 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$84.60 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 380 reviews

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

From US$69.48 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 573 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$98.51 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 170 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$119.95 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 595 reviews

Aspen on King is a 5-minute drive from Caroline Bay and 1.2 km from central Timaru. This cosy accommodation offers free WiFi access and free on-site parking.

From US$118.79 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 389 reviews

April and Ian Clifford welcome you to Glenmark Holiday Park located just a 3-minute drive south from central Timaru and only an hour’s drive from the ski fields at Lake Tekapo.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 184 reviews

Just a 5-minute drive from Phar Lap Raceway at Washdyke, Northpark Motel offers free Wi-Fi and an onsite bar and restaurant. All guest rooms feature a fridge and a flat-screen TV with cable channels.

From US$98.51 per night

What guests said about Timaru:

10

The town looks more developed than we visited Timaru 53...

The town looks more developed than we visited Timaru 53 years ago. Thought the development was far more progressive than Dunedin where we lived between 1970 and 1973. Enjoyed visiting the Art Gallery and the beach
Guest review by
Govindasamy
Australia
10

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

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

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

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

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From US$118.75 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 883 reviews
This is the Hotel Queen Elisabeth stayed in when visiting Timaru in 1977. We stayed in a disability room with lots of space a suitable shower for my needs and comfortable bed. This was on the 3rd floor but apparently from what our friends told us the 2nd floor had photos of Queen Elizabeth on their doors. So guessing that was the floor she stayed in. It was very handy to have a full working bar and restaurant on site and very busy it was.
Guest review by
Maureen
Australia
From US$100.82 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 306 reviews
To our surprise we had a three bedroom house at the rear of the complex. Excellent accomodation, spacious, clean and well maintained. Motel is walking distance to Caroline Bay and there are a number of Hotels and Cafes close by. Staff were very helpfull on arrival.
Guest review by
Pete
New Zealand
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,041 reviews
staff very helpful, lovely clean accommodation, and convenient to supermarket and other shopping. 5 minutes to Caroline bay. Value for money with children's activities on site. Always stay at top 10 when we come to Timaru.
Guest review by
Marlene
New Zealand
From US$161.09 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 542 reviews
Lovely room with views of Caroline Bay, loved the cookie jars..too much. The spa was my highlight... especially once I discovered the lights, Gerald was polite and nice. Would definitely recommend and stay again
Guest review by
Marlene Winter
New Zealand
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 449 reviews
great location, close to Caroline Bay to watch the shows at the carnival which was the reason we came to Timaru.
Guest review by
MICHAEL
New Zealand