Best Timaru Hotels
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1. Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru
• Rooms start at SEK 803 per night, with a 8.3/10 rating from 75 reviews.
• Located 0.33 km from Ashbury Park
2. Asure Avenue Motor Lodge
• Rooms start at SEK 1,121 per night, with a 8.9/10 rating from 73 reviews.
• The Golf course, Private parking, and Luggage storage are frequently highlighted by guests.
3. Anchor Motel
• Standard room rates range from SEK 371 to SEK 2,425. Currently rated 8.3/10 from 48 guest reviews.
• Just 0.2 km from Caroline Bay Trust Aoraki Centre
4. The Grosvenor Hotel
• Standard room rates range from SEK 937 to SEK 1,400. Currently rated 7.8/10 from 114 guest reviews.
• Ideally located near Heritage Place, just 0.15 km away
5. Aaron Court Motel
• Starting around SEK 518. Guests have rated it 6.9/10 stars, based on 95 reviews.
• The Golf course, Diving, and Skiing are frequently highlighted by guests.
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Hotels in Timaru
"Nice room, it was exactly like the pictures and description. Price performance value was good, they turned the heater on before arrival and there was a heated blanked. Friendly and very helpful staff and you can park infornt of your room. Only negative thing was the little hole in the window in the bathroom. I wish you and your family the best."
Very Good
51 reviews
8.3/10
1 night
From SEK 383
75
Hotels in Parkside,Timaru
"Location is not very easy to find
Inundated in the middle of a private house
Older equipment
But more complete
🈶 Induction cooker can cook noodles and eggs
Each room leads to the backyard.
But the backyard is a grand one.
No privacy.
Objectively speaking, there is not much to play in this place.
Impression of passing by"
Very Good
73 reviews
8.9/10
1 night
From SEK 961
21
Hotels in Maori Hill,Timaru
"I thoroughly enjoyed my 2 nights stay. Friendly staff, nice warm clean unit with a great outlook. Bed was comfortable which isn't always the case in a Motel . A garage for my car below my unit was very handy"
96 reviews
6.9/10
1 night
From SEK 472
52
Hotels in Maori Hill,Timaru
"As a place to rest for a short break on the road, it is relatively simple. It is very close to Caroline Beach. It is not very convenient to walk to the town center. It is not very far to see the blue penguin."
Very Good
61 reviews
8.4/10
1 night
From SEK 1,201
99+
Hotels in Maori Hill,Timaru
"Temporary decision to go to Timaru, so I read the review of this house, very good, fixed three rooms, two bedrooms, the kitchen can cook, but the landlord said that the booking shown on the booking is two people, let me again The cost of paying a child, I said, I understand the rules of accommodation in New Zealand, specially selected three people, as for the booking how to determine, I do not know, the landlord is not embarrassed, just say good."
Very Good
48 reviews
8.4/10
1 night
From SEK 928
73
Hotels in Kensington,Timaru
"Good value for money! The room was bright, the bed was large, comfortable, and clean, and it had a big bathtub and shower facilities. The only minor drawback was that the kettle had plastic components inside."
Great
51 reviews
9.2/10
1 night
From SEK 906
36
Hotels in Kensington,Timaru
"A good place to live for one night. The room is big enough for a family. You get basic cooking facilities in the small kitchen. Everything is clean and well maintained."
Very Good
47 reviews
8.6/10
1 night
From SEK 963
64
Hotels in Maori Hill,Timaru
"An old New Zealand woman received us very unfriendly. It is estimated that there were Chinese guests who made her dissatisfied before. The old lady's English pronunciation was not accurate. She sent milk to molk. I didn't understand it at all. I took a table against us. They all said that New Zealand's service industry is very good. But I have experienced it myself, and the Chinese service industry is much worse than it is."
Good
52 reviews
7.7/10
1 night
From SEK 663
81
Hotels in Waimataitai,Timaru
"The hotel passing by by car in New Zealand is very good, parking is very convenient, the service is also very good, clean and hygienic is particularly satisfactory, the price is more suitable, the surrounding supermarkets can buy vegetables by themselves, and it is a very good trip to come back to cook."
Very Good
75 reviews
8.3/10
1 night
From SEK 701
69
Hotels in Timaru
"Location within walking distance to many restaurants. Outside view great. The room kinda small, had fridge and an electric kettle. The shower had very strong water pressure — a bit intense. Door lock not working, pillow not clean. The parking lot is across the street; I arrived in the evening and it took me a couple of rounds to find it. As a short stopover, it was okay, but not best value."
Good
114 reviews
7.8/10
1 night
From SEK 825
Trip.com's insights for hotels in Timaru
Plan smarter with Trip.com’s data-backed insights on travel seasons, so you can book your Timaru hotel at the right time.
Which month offers the lowest hotel rates in Timaru?
Hotel prices in Timaru are typically lowest in June, averaging around SEK 822 per night, while February sees the highest rates at about SEK 1,578 per night.
(Based on Trip.com data from May 10, 2025 to May 10, 2026.)
(Based on Trip.com data from May 10, 2025 to May 10, 2026.)
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SEK 1,000
SEK 2,000
SEK 1,176
May
SEK 822
Jun
SEK 1,003
Jul
SEK 947
Aug
SEK 1,134
Sep
SEK 1,133
Oct
SEK 1,274
Nov
SEK 1,092
Dec
SEK 1,007
Jan
SEK 1,578
Feb
SEK 1,110
Mar
SEK 971
Apr
What is the cheapest day of the week for hotels in Timaru?
Friday offers the lowest average hotel rates in Timaru at around SEK 1,020 per night, while Wednesday tends to be the most expensive, averaging SEK 1,391 per night.
(Based on Trip.com data from May 10, 2025 to May 10, 2026.)
(Based on Trip.com data from May 10, 2025 to May 10, 2026.)
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SEK 500
SEK 1,000
SEK 1,500
SEK 1,195
Mon
SEK 1,091
Tue
SEK 1,391
Wed
SEK 1,127
Thu
SEK 1,020
Fri
SEK 1,069
Sat
SEK 1,051
Sun
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7.9/10
4 reviewThe Fort Guesthouse Timaru
Hotel near Timaru Port, Timaru
Top choice among guests booking hotels in Timaru
Located in Timaru, a 15-minute walk from Caroline Bay Beach, The Fort Timaru has accommodations with a shared lounge, free private parking, a terrace and a bar. With free WiFi, this 4-star hotel offers a shared kitchen.
The rooms in the hotel are equipped with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Certain rooms contain a kitchenette with a fridge, a dishwasher and a microwave.
A continental breakfast is available at The Fort Timaru.
The accommodation has a grill.
Richard Pearse Airport is 7.5 miles from the property.
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8.8/10
47 reviewCedar Lodge Motel
Hotel near Kensington, Timaru
Top choice among guests booking hotels in Timaru
With a stay at Cedar Lodge Motel in Timaru (Kensington), you'll be steps from Botanical Gardens and 10 minutes by foot from Timaru Public Hospital. This motel is 0.8 mi (1.2 km) from Otipua Wetland and 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Patiti Point.
Make use of convenient amenities, which include complimentary wireless internet access and barbecue grills.
Continental breakfasts are available daily from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, luggage storage, and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available onsite.
Make yourself at home in one of the 15 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring refrigerators and microwaves. Rooms have private furnished patios. 32-inch flat-screen televisions with satellite programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Private bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.
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8.3/10
49 reviewAshbury Park Motel
Hotel near Waimataitai, Timaru
Top choice among guests booking hotels in Timaru
With a stay at Ashbury Park Motel in Timaru (Waimataitai), you'll be steps from Ashbury Park and 14 minutes by foot from Dashing Rocks Beach. This motel is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Caroline Bay Beach and 0.8 mi (1.4 km) from Timaru Lighthouse.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as bicycles to rent, or other amenities including complimentary wireless internet access and barbecue grills.
Featured amenities include luggage storage and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available onsite.
Make yourself at home in one of the 8 guestrooms, featuring kitchens with refrigerators and stovetops. Rooms have private balconies. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Conveniences include microwaves and coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping is provided daily.
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8.6/10
23 reviewBay City Motor Lodge
Hotel near Maori Hill, Timaru
Top choice among guests booking hotels in Timaru
Located in Timaru (Maori Hill), Bay City Motor Lodge is within a 10-minute walk of Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden and Caroline Bay Beach. This motel is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Aigantighe Art Gallery and 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Timaru Lighthouse.
This motel has 3 floors in 1 building and offers designated smoking areas.
Continental breakfasts are available daily from 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include express check-out, luggage storage, and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available onsite.
Make yourself at home in one of the 13 guestrooms, featuring kitchens with stovetops and microwaves. Your room comes with a pillowtop bed. 55-inch Smart televisions with satellite programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Conveniences include desks and separate sitting areas, and housekeeping is provided daily.
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8.9/10
75 reviewAspen on King
Hotel near Parkside, Timaru
Top choice among guests booking hotels in Timaru
With a stay at Aspen on King Motel in Timaru (Parkside), you'll be a 3-minute walk from Botanical Gardens and 6 minutes by foot from Timaru Public Hospital. This motel is 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Te Ana Maori Rock Art Centre and 1 mi (1.5 km) from Patiti Point.
Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access. Additional amenities at this motel include a picnic area, barbecue grills, and bicycle tour information.
Continental breakfasts are available daily from 8:30 AM to 1:00 PM for a fee.
Featured amenities include luggage storage and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available onsite.
Make yourself at home in one of the 30 individually furnished guestrooms, featuring refrigerators and microwaves. Satellite programming and DVD players are provided for your entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Bathrooms feature showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and coffee/tea makers.
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7.6/10
42 reviewComfort Hotel Benvenue
Hotel near Maori Hill, Timaru
Top choice among guests booking hotels in Timaru
With a stay at Comfort Hotel Benvenue in Timaru (Maori Hill), you'll be within a 10-minute walk of Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden and Ashbury Park. This hotel is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Caroline Bay Beach and 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Timaru Lighthouse.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as a fitness center, or other amenities including complimentary wireless internet access and tour/ticket assistance.
Enjoy a meal at the restaurant, or stay in and take advantage of the hotel's room service (during limited hours). Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. Cooked-to-order breakfasts are served on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include a business center, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Event facilities at this hotel consist of a conference center and meeting rooms. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
Make yourself at home in one of the 30 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and minibars. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include desks and complimentary weekday newspapers, and housekeeping is provided daily.
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8.3/10
31 reviewNorthpark Motel
Hotel near Washdyke, Timaru
Top choice among guests booking hotels in Timaru
With a stay at Northpark Motel in Timaru (Washdyke), you'll be within a 15-minute walk of DB Brewery and Washdyke Lagoon Wildlife Refuge. This motel is 2 mi (3.2 km) from Ashbury Park and 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from Dashing Rocks Beach.
Satisfy your appetite with local cuisine at Ascot Sportshouse & Eater, a family restaurant which features a bar/lounge. Dining is also available at the coffee shop/cafe.
Featured amenities include express check-in, express check-out, and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available onsite.
Make yourself at home in one of the 28 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and microwaves. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms feature showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as desks and electric kettles.
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7.5/10
12 reviewThe Coast Motel
Hotel near Maori Hill, Timaru
Top choice among guests booking hotels in Timaru
Located in Timaru (Maori Hill), The Coast Motel is within a 10-minute walk of Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden and Aigantighe Art Gallery. This motel is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Caroline Bay Beach and 0.5 mi (0.7 km) from Timaru Lighthouse.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and tour/ticket assistance.
Continental breakfasts are available daily for a fee.
Featured amenities include laundry facilities and a safe deposit box at the front desk. Free self parking is available onsite.
Make yourself at home in one of the 11 guestrooms featuring microwaves and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Conveniences include coffee/tea makers and free tea bags/instant coffee, and housekeeping is provided daily.
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8.8/10
16 reviewFitzgerald on King
Hotel near Parkside, Timaru
Top choice among guests booking hotels in Timaru
Located in Timaru (Parkside), Fitzgerald on King is within a 5-minute walk of Botanical Gardens and Timaru Public Hospital. This motel is 1.1 mi (1.7 km) from South Canterbury Museum and 1.6 mi (2.5 km) from Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden.
This motel offers designated smoking areas.
Featured amenities include complimentary newspapers in the lobby, luggage storage, and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available onsite.
Make yourself at home in one of the 14 guestrooms, featuring kitchens with ovens and stovetops. Flat-screen televisions with satellite programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Conveniences include phones, as well as microwaves and electric kettles.
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8.4/10
50 reviewPanorama Motor Lodge
Hotel near Timaru
Top choice among guests booking hotels in Timaru
With a stay at Panorama Motor Lodge in Timaru (Timaru Central), you'll be steps from Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden and 9 minutes by foot from South Canterbury Museum. This motel is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Te Ana Maori Rock Art Centre and 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Aigantighe Art Gallery.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as a hot tub or take in the view from a terrace.
Continental breakfasts are available daily from 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include luggage storage and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available onsite.
Make yourself at home in one of the 30 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Conveniences include phones, as well as microwaves and coffee/tea makers.
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FAQs About Timaru Hotels
What are the best places to stay in Timaru?
Some of the best places to stay in Timaru are near popular attractions like Caroline Bay Association, Heritage Place and Timaru - Little blue penguins, offering easy access to key sights and amenities.
What are the top hotels in Timaru near Caroline Bay Association?
Some of the top hotels in Timaru near Caroline Bay Association include Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge (from SEK 1,183), Anchor Motel (from SEK 371) and Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru (from SEK 803), all offering easy access to Caroline Bay Association, making them ideal for visitors looking to explore the area.
Where can I find the best hotels in Timaru?
Timaru has some of the best hotels for you to select. Whether you're traveling for business or on a vacation, Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru (from SEK 803), Asure Avenue Motor Lodge (from SEK 1,121) and Anchor Motel (from SEK 371) are preferred hotels.
What's the best pet-friendly accommodation in Timaru?
Bay City Motor Lodge (from SEK 1,013) allows pets. Take your pets with you during your stay!
Where can you find hotels with excellent breakfast in Timaru?
Asure Avenue Motor Lodge (from SEK 1,121),Asure Ashley Motor Lodge (from SEK 994) and Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge (from SEK 1,183) provide high-quality breakfast. Start your day with fresh, delicious breakfast!
Where can I find the best hotel discounts in Timaru?
Trip.com provides various promotions and discounts for users all year round. You can check the promotions page to see what promotions are available on Trip.com.
Timaru Hotels Info
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Total properties
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Weekday Avg. Price
SEK 1,200
Weekend Avg. Price
SEK 1,190
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