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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.

D
Dean
From
New Zealand
Was in a great part of town for us - close to lots of things we wanted to do. Was clean and very comfortable
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 129 reviews
Price from
£65.56
1 night, 2 adults
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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.

T
TonyLouise
From
Australia
Great location, fabulous room, very friendly staff, highly recommend 👌
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
Good - What previous guests thought, 476 reviews
Price from
£82.15
1 night, 2 adults
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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.

A
Anne
From
Netherlands
Very kind helpfull personel. The old style restaurant, with the hardworking people is cosy like a pub, but and the room was so confortable, brand new with thea, chocolate and coffee distribution. I was here in the 2end week of february 2023
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 924 reviews
Price from
£72.32
1 night, 2 adults
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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.

D
Dominic
From
Switzerland
Really nice Accomodation. Very comfortable and the hosts were lovely. 👍
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 175 reviews
Price from
£93.02
1 night, 2 adults
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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.

J
Julie
From
Australia
Friendly staff, close to town centre. Very clean facilities.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 194 reviews
Price from
£98.99
1 night, 2 adults
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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....

S
Steph
From
New Zealand
Was spacious, so so so comfortable! And the bath!!!!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 480 reviews
Price from
£91.41
1 night, 2 adults
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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.

L
Laurence
From
United Kingdom
Well laid out, good facilities and very clean. Very friendly and helpful staff.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 172 reviews
Price from
£92.15
1 night, 2 adults
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Affordable Entire Apartment

Timaru

Affordable Entire Apartment is located in Timaru. The air-conditioned accommodation is 2.8 km from Caroline Bay Beach, and guests can benefit from on-site private parking and complimentary WiFi.

M
Michelle
From
New Zealand
Great wee house with everything we needed. Great information given about the area by owner. Very helpful and prompt in response. Loved Timaru ❤️ and our stay. Great place
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 13 reviews
Price from
£73.81
1 night, 2 adults
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Cbay 1 Bedroom Suite

Timaru

Boasting garden views, Cbay 1 Bedroom Suite features accommodation with a garden, around 800 metres from Caroline Bay Beach. This property offers access to a patio, free private parking and free WiFi....

S
Stephen
From
New Zealand
Spacious, clean, heated floor in bathroom and comfortable bed.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 9 reviews
Price from
£70.75
1 night, 2 adults
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2 bedroom Apartment@Boutique Barn House Farm Stay

Timaru

Set in Timaru in the Canterbury region, 2 bedroom Apartment@Boutique Barn House Farm Stay offers accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. The property features garden views.

Y
Yang
From
China
The location is not far from Timaru city center. Room is on the farm, cozy,clean and comfortable. The owner's cat and dog are both adorable and very friendly. If you love animals, then this is definitely the right place to stay.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 84 reviews
Price from
£64.86
1 night, 2 adults
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  • Popular with guests booking hotels in Timaru

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 151 reviews

  • Popular with guests booking hotels in Timaru

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 129 reviews

  • Popular with guests booking hotels in Timaru

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
    Good - What previous guests thought, 476 reviews

  • Popular with guests booking hotels in Timaru

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 924 reviews

Hotels located in the centre of Timaru

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 359 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.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 453 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 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 441 reviews

    Set in Timaru, 700 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.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
    Good - What previous guests thought, 476 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.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 938 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.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 924 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.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
    Good - What previous guests thought, 316 reviews

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

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 31 reviews

    Boasting garden views, Cbay 2 bedroom Suite features accommodation with a garden and a patio, around less than 1 km from Caroline Bay Beach.

Budget hotels in Timaru and nearby

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.2
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 444 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.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,238 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.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
    Good - What previous guests thought, 373 reviews

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

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 831 reviews

    Situated in Timaru, 1.4 km from Caroline Bay Beach, The Hibernian Studio Apartments - 4 Latter Street features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and barbecue facilities.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 20 reviews

    Set in Timaru and only 600 metres from Caroline Bay Beach, Near Caroline Bay, Timaru offers accommodation with sea views, free WiFi and free private parking.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 564 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.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 187 reviews

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

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 652 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.

Best hotels with breakfast in Timaru and nearby

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 136 reviews

    Located in Timaru in the Canterbury region, BARNES STREET BNB has a garden. This apartment provides air-conditioned accommodation with free WiFi.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 29 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, 36 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, 150 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 9.9
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 45 reviews

    Located in Timaru in the Canterbury region, with Caroline Bay Beach nearby, Nelson Heights Bed & Breakfast provides accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 151 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...

  • 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, 3 reviews

    Set in Timaru in the Canterbury region, Cottage on Matilda features a garden. This villa provides free private parking, private check-in and check-out and free WiFi.

What guests said about Timaru:

  • 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
  • 10.0

    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
  • 10.0

    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
  • 10.0

    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
  • 8.0

    We liked the shopping.

    We liked the shopping. Lots of cafes, could always get coffee and cake when we wanted it. The museum was superb, interactive and full of interesting facts and exhibits. Amazingly it was all free. We went to the Sunday market which was worth a look. Timaru is easy to get around by car.We didn't use public transport so I can't comment on that
    Guest review by
    Christine
    New Zealand

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  • Aspen on King

    Timaru
    From £92.59 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 652 reviews
    The rooms were well proportioned, clean and very nicely presented. The supplies in both the kitchen and the bathroom were very considered and useful. The king size bed was comfortable and the spa bath was most welcome after a long drive. The location allowed a short walk to into the town centre and easy access to Caroline Bay and the unforgettable blue penguins.
    Guest review by
    Andy
    United Kingdom

  • Art Deco Beauty on The Bay Hill

    Timaru
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 150 reviews
    Beautiful apartment in a lovely location overlooking Caroline Bay. It was very clean, wonderful comfy beds with luxury bedding, fantastically well equipped with everything we needed. The hosts were amazing. There are excellent restaurants a short walk away. We can highly recommend this place you wont be disappointed. 😃
    Guest review by
    Joanna
    United Kingdom

  • Panorama Motor Lodge

    Timaru
    From £95.38 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 359 reviews
    Location excellent for Caroline Bay, plus close to shops, cafes, galleries and restaurants. Also just a short walk to interesting Museum. Our room had a mountain view. It was spacious and well appointed, bed comfortable.
    Guest review by
    Hunter
    Australia

  • Timaru TOP 10 Holiday Park

    Timaru
    From £45.64 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,067 reviews
    Spacious clean cabin, with good kitchen facilities. Located about 10 minutes inland Caroline Bay, so well off the busy SH1.
    Guest review by
    Terri
    United Kingdom

  • Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge

    Timaru
    From £91.41 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 480 reviews
    Central and great location to Caroline Bay and the City
    Guest review by
    Sandy
    New Zealand

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