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The Fort Timaru

Hotel 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.

G
Graeme
From
United States
The room was cozy and clean. The share facilities were very clean and modern.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 160 reviews
Price from
$85.97
1 night, 2 adults

Stay Timaru

Hotel in Timaru

Located in Timaru and with Caroline Bay Beach reachable within a 12-minute walk, Stay Timaru has express check-in and check-out, non-smoking rooms, a garden, free WiFi throughout the property and a...

m
maceci
From
United States
great location. Very organized, great instructions for you to check in, room clean and was able to get fan since my room had the afternoon sun and got a bit warm
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 141 reviews
Price from
$73.70
1 night, 2 adults

Comfort Hotel Benvenue

Hotel in Timaru

Located in Timaru, a 8-minute walk from Caroline Bay Beach, Comfort Hotel Benvenue has accommodations with a fitness center, private parking, a restaurant and a bar.

R
Robert
From
New Zealand
Excellent access to Caroline Bay. Room was large and very comfortable. We thought it would be noisy being close to main road but the room was surprisingly quiet
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
Good - What previous guests thought, 474 reviews
Price from
$107.72
1 night, 2 adults

The Grosvenor Hotel

Hotel in Timaru

Located in a restored historic building in the center 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.

D
Dave
From
New Zealand
Room was excellent, staff friendly and helpfull,
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 900 reviews
Price from
$94.83
1 night, 2 adults

Timaru TOP 10 Holiday Park

Timaru

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

L
Lisa
From
United States
Well appointed kitchen, nice size, great porch, very quiet. Location pretty close to town, could walk. Grocery store close by. Most restaurants downtown. Washer and dryer worked well. We used the BBQ 3 nights, great!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,051 reviews
Price from
$62.99
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.

Z
Zhongyang
From
China
The room is cozy and the atmosphere is amazing. Thanks for the considerate and kind service.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 171 reviews
Price from
$121.97
1 night, 2 adults

Coastal Ridge Apartments

Timaru

Located 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.

P
Phawat
From
Thailand
Great service and host Nice decorated room The staff let us took the lemon
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 193 reviews
Price from
$130.39
1 night, 2 adults

Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge

Timaru

The centrally located Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge offers accommodations with a private balcony or patio and king-size beds.

H
Hana
From
New Zealand
Fantastic location accross the road from Caroline Bay, great value, super clean and friendly, helpful hosts.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 491 reviews
Price from
$119.86
1 night, 2 adults

ASURE Ashley Motor Lodge

Timaru

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

Y
YT
From
New Zealand
Comfortable accommodation for family of 4, neat and tidy, convenient location and friendly staff. Nice kitchenette, comfy beds and lovely bathroom.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 185 reviews
Price from
$146.60
1 night, 2 adults

Seaside Retreat

Timaru

Seaside Retreat offers accommodations in Timaru, a 6-minute walk from Caroline Bay Beach. This beachfront property offers access to a patio, free private parking, and free Wifi.

S
Sam
From
Australia
Check-in was smooth and the 11 AM check-out provided ample time for a relaxed departure The house was very clean with beautiful sea views, just steps from the beach and lighthouse. The shower featured strong water pressure, enhancing the overall comfort of the stay.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 6 reviews
Price from
$108.23
1 night, 2 adults
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 141 reviews

Popular with guests booking hotels in Timaru

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
Good - What previous guests thought, 474 reviews

Popular with guests booking hotels in Timaru

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 900 reviews

Popular with guests booking hotels in Timaru

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 160 reviews

Hotels located in the center of Timaru

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 367 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 $118.65 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 449 reviews

Harbor View Motel is a modern complex centrally located 1640 feet from Timaru CBD and 328 feet from beautiful Caroline Bay. Free parking and free limited WiFi is provided.

From $130.28 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 447 reviews

Located in Timaru, a 8-minute walk from Caroline Bay Beach, Bay City Motor Lodge provides accommodations with free WiFi and free private parking. This 4-star motel offers luggage storage space.

From $126.56 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
Good - What previous guests thought, 474 reviews

Located in Timaru, a 8-minute walk from Caroline Bay Beach, Comfort Hotel Benvenue has accommodations with a fitness center, private parking, a restaurant and a bar.

From $119.68 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 accommodations offers satellite TV.

From $119.11 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 900 reviews

Located in a restored historic building in the center 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 $117.35 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 309 reviews

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

From $92.77 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 $62.99 per night

Best hotels with breakfast in Timaru and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 514 reviews

A 10-minute walk from Caroline Bay Beach in Timaru, The Sanctuary & Spa Plus FREE Breakfast offers accommodations with access to spa facilities.

From $112.24 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 136 reviews

Providing a garden, BARNES STREET BNB provides accommodations in Timaru. Featuring garden and inner courtyard views, this apartment also provides guests with free Wifi.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 33 reviews

Providing a garden, Location and luxury in Timaru provides accommodations in Timaru. This property offers access to a patio, free private parking, and free Wifi.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 39 reviews

Featuring a garden, Beauty on The Bay - Best location in Timaru! features accommodations in Timaru. Offering free private parking, the apartment is a 5-minute walk from Caroline Bay Beach.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 157 reviews

Art Deco Beauty on The Bay Hill offers accommodations in Timaru, a 6-minute walk from Caroline Bay Beach. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking, and free Wifi.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.9
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 45 reviews

Nelson Heights Bed & Breakfast offers accommodations in Timaru, a 8-minute walk from Caroline Bay Beach. This bed and breakfast provides free private parking, a shared lounge, and free Wifi.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 141 reviews

Located in Timaru and with Caroline Bay Beach reachable within a 12-minute walk, Stay Timaru has express check-in and check-out, non-smoking rooms, a garden, free WiFi throughout the property and a...

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
Good - What previous guests thought, 100 reviews

Providing garden views, The Ocean Breeze CBD in Timaru provides accommodations, a garden, and a shared lounge. This 4-star bed and breakfast offers a shared kitchen and luggage storage space.

Budget hotels in Timaru and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,224 reviews

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

From $85.90 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 376 reviews

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

From $87.56 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.3
Fair - What previous guests thought, 25 reviews

The Magnolia Villa CBD in Timaru provides accommodations with a garden and a shared lounge.

From $101.93 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 569 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 $91.62 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 178 reviews

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

From $102.50 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 616 reviews

Aspen on King is a 5-minute drive from Caroline Bay and 0.7 mi from central Timaru. This cozy accommodations offers free WiFi access and free on-site parking.

From $113.38 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 27 reviews

Affordable Entire Apartment offers accommodations in Timaru, 1.7 miles from Caroline Bay Beach. This apartment provides free private parking and free Wifi.

From $96.78 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 392 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.

From $52.11 per night

What Guests Said About Timaru:

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
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 $113.38 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 616 reviews
We were situated just outside of the city centre which was perfect. Nice clean room with all the necessities. Bonus TV in the bedroom as well. Nice big bathroom with an added bonus of a spa bath. I would recommend staying at Aspen on King if staying in Timaru.
Guest review by
Deanna
New Zealand
From $85.90 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,224 reviews
quiet despite by a very busy road separate bedroom excellent room service famous bakery across the road good heating for room kitchen and dining area very good close to the swimming pool and Caroline Bay gardens
Guest review by
david
New Zealand
From $126.56 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 447 reviews
Extremely clean and tidy.it was short distance to caroline bay and centre of town.very quiet with double glazing and a good heat pump if you need it.we would stay again
Guest review by
Richard
New Zealand
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 11 reviews
Very spacious for our 3-generation family. Waking distance to Caroline Bay and the fabulous aquatic swimming pool.
Guest review by
Valerie
New Zealand
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 33 reviews
Excellent location overlooking Caroline Bay
Guest review by
Vicki
New Zealand