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About this property
Comfortable Accommodations: Bay City Motor Lodge in Timaru offers family rooms with air-conditioning, private bathrooms, and modern amenities. Each room includes a kitchenette, work desk, and free WiFi. Convenient Facilities: Guests enjoy free private parking, private check-in and check-out, housekeeping, and luggage storage. Additional features include streaming services, a balcony with sea views, and a dining area. Delicious Breakfast: A continental buffet breakfast is served with juice and fruits, providing a perfect start to the day. Prime Location: Located 10 km from Richard Pearse Airport and an 8-minute walk to Caroline Bay Beach, the motel offers easy access to local attractions. Highly rated for room cleanliness and comfort.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.7 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Free parking
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Breakfast
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Availability
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Room type | Number of guests | |
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Bedroom 1 2 single beds Bedroom 2 1 single bed and 1 large double bed | ||
1 single bed and 1 large double bed | ||
1 single bed and 1 large double bed | ||
1 single bed and 1 large double bed | ||
1 single bed and 1 large double bed | ||
1 large double bed |
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Ian
Australia
“Very friendly, helpful and courteous hosts. Nice location” - Stuart
New Zealand
“We had a wonderful stay the beds were comfortable and the room was very clean. The Bay City is in a great location just a short walk to a lovely beach.” - Hilary
New Zealand
“Was spotless but I have serious arthritis and the room having a spa bath was fantastic but not one that I could use so the staff went the extra mile and gave us a room with a wet shower. Perfect for me.” - Joanna
New Zealand
“Loved the continental breakfast included with our stay and really impressed with the rooms sound proofing considering the closeness to SH1. Will certainly choose to stay again” - Anne
New Zealand
“Very central to all that Timaru has to offer. Lovely staff who contacted us prior to starting checking on our requirements which was very much appreciated.” - Sarah
New Zealand
“Always stay here. Nice spacious units for the family in great location.” - Brian
New Zealand
“comfortable beds, nice an quiet, clean and neatly organised. nicely presented.” - Jim
New Zealand
“Brilliant and friendly staff, option of free breakfast” - Lornél
New Zealand
“New look, friendly service, Netflix in breakfast room. Love the matress!” - Frances
New Zealand
“One of the best beds I've slept in whilst travelling”
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Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
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Cot and extra bed policies
Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.






The fine print
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform Bay City Motor Lodge in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.