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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.

M
Mark
From
United Kingdom
Perfect accommodation for travelling around NZ.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,047 reviews
Price from
US$63.15
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$122.27
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.

D
Donna
From
New Zealand
Loved the size of our room, Bed was super comfy. Had a great view as we where on the top story. Staff at reception when I checked in was super friendly and made you feel very welcome, loved the spa bath in our room and the amazing pressure in the shower.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 193 reviews
Price from
US$137.25
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....

P
Pauline
From
United Kingdom
Very welcoming friendly host, took time to explain local area and suggested good stop offs on our return trip
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 499 reviews
Price from
US$120.15
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.

A
Adam
From
Poland
Big and comfortable place. Parking. Good contact with the owner.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 195 reviews
Price from
US$146.96
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.

L
Lois
From
New Zealand
Absolutely amazing view. Was so lovely to enjoy the fire each night also. Had everything that we needed for our 3 night stay.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 13 reviews
Price from
US$108.50
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 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 7 reviews
Price from
US$102.75
1 night, 2 adults

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 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 18 reviews
Price from
US$87.83
1 night, 2 adults

Unit 46a

Timaru

Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a patio, Unit 46a is set in Timaru. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi.

J
JINZE
From
Hong Kong
I had a wonderful experience at this lovely house. It was very clean and had all the things I needed for a comfortable stay. And there's a fully equipped kitchen and beautiful yard that add to the charm. Easy to access and park. Highly recommend!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 71 reviews
Price from
US$100.75
1 night, 2 adults

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, 184 reviews
Price from
US$86.18
1 night, 2 adults
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 499 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 917 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 914 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 459 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,047 reviews

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Comfort Hotel Benvenue

Timaru
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
Good - What previous guests thought, 471 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$108.50 per night

Aaron Court Motel

Timaru
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.2
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 451 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$63.15 per night

Blue Dolphin Motel

Timaru
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,221 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$86.11 per night

Anchor Motel

Timaru
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 383 reviews

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

Location and luxury in Timaru

Timaru
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 34 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, 42 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, 159 reviews

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

Panorama Motor Lodge

Timaru
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 360 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$118.94 per night

Great access to the city centre. Check these places to stay in Timaru and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
Good - What previous guests thought, 99 reviews

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

From US$112.51 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 885 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$95.06 per night

The Coast Motel

Timaru
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
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$93 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.1
Passable - What previous guests thought, 27 reviews

Located in Timaru, 1.1 km from Caroline Bay Beach, The Magnolia Villa CBD has a garden, parking on-site and rooms with free WiFi access.

From US$112.51 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 571 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$97.59 per night

Ashbury Park Motel

Timaru
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 172 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$102.75 per night

Harbour View Motel

Timaru
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 448 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.

From US$128.59 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 459 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$124.91 per night

Enjoy breakfast in Timaru and nearby

Matildas Apartment

Timaru
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 8 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.

Cottage on Matilda

Timaru
Breakfast options
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.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 18 reviews

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.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 11 reviews

Cbay Executive Accommodation is set in Timaru. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 40 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.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 535 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$112.51 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 29 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.

From US$134.90 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.8
Passable - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews

Situated in Timaru and only 1.2 km from Caroline Bay Beach, Handy Location - 3brd home! features accommodation with garden views, free WiFi and free private parking.

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Avg. price/night: US$97.59
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 571 reviews
Location to party we were attending
Guest review by
Kaylene
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$123.42
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 917 reviews
Perfect location
Guest review by
Deb
Young couple
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 70 reviews
Well presented, very quiet location.
Guest review by
Shaun
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$128.59
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 448 reviews
Wondering place to stay, big living room and bedroom. It was clean and super comfy.
Guest review by
Rebecca Young
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$95.06
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 885 reviews
The location is handy to the CBD and the receptionist was warm and friendly
Guest review by
Tam
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$80.46
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 914 reviews
Location was good room was very clean nice place would book here agsin
Guest review by
Shiree
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$80.46
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 914 reviews
Upon arrival, the heater and light was on and a bag of lollies were left for us. The room and bathroom were exceptionally clean, couldn’t fault anything. The pressure from the shower is like a massage, absolutely awesome. Sky movies and got to watch some Olympics. Great location, plenty of parking.
Guest review by
Kaikatea
Young couple
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 159 reviews
Great location - awesome view, really lovely place to stay.
Guest review by
Natalie
People with friends
Avg. price/night: US$119.43
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 277 reviews
Very nice location very quiet and clean. One of the best locations we stayed at
Guest review by
Craig
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$95.06
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 885 reviews
Location in the city center and good parking place on the other side of the road were excellent. Old charming building with some original old athmosphere.
Guest review by
Road Trippers In N-Z
Family with young children
Avg. price/night: US$52.24
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 390 reviews
Nice location friendly staff well priced good place to stay.
Guest review by
Tony
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$123.42
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 917 reviews
Everything, Debbie and Ray and blaze and lucky made us feel very welcome and at home. So much we are going to stay again.. Our lovely ladies who made our room each day were fantastic, friendly and again can't wait to see them again. Best place to stay x
Guest review by
Carless
Young couple