About this property

Anchor Motel & Timaru Backpackers offers self-contained accommodations just 5 minutes’ walk from Caroline Bay Beach. Our motel is centrally located and we offer spacious and fully equipped units for you to enjoy. From a Single Studio, Standard Studio, One Bedroom Units to Two Bedroom Apartments, we're sure to have something to suit everyone. Timaru town center is less than 5 minutes’ drive from Anchor Motel & Timaru Backpackers. Free off-street car parking and secure garage space are available. Guests have access to a shared laundry, luggage storage and free barbecue facilities.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.1 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

    • Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.4)

    • Free Private Parking Available On Site


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 king bed
1 queen bed
1 twin bed
and
1 king bed
3 twin beds
and
1 queen bed
Bedroom 1
2 twin beds
Bedroom 2
1 king bed
Bedroom 3
1 king bed
Bedroom 4
2 twin beds
Bedroom 5
2 twin beds
4 twin beds
and
1 queen bed
2 twin beds
and
1 queen bed
1 twin bed
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • John
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Its location and pets are allowed . We were in late and the lights and heating was on older property but comfortable
  • Wright
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Bed was comfy. Cooking facilities were great. Room was clean and presented well.
  • Rupali
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Very spacious 2-bedroom unit with equipped kitchen and comfortable beds.
  • Kevin
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Cheerful helpful staff. The studio had the key in the door and the heater on for my arrival.
  • Wendy
    Australia Australia
    Great one night stop over. Warm comfy bed, clean and tidy
  • Ellen
    Ireland Ireland
    The accommodation was large and spacious. Beds were comfortable
  • Tera
    New Zealand New Zealand
    The location was in a decent place it has 2 points of entry front and back driveway. Studio Room perfect for a solo traveler, Staff/Owner Awsome real easy going.
  • Karen
    New Zealand New Zealand
    We were upgraded to a 2 bedroom unit which was much appreciated from the 1 bedroom room we had booked. No extra charged. Loved being able to have the dogs in the room with us. Room had everything we needed.
  • Henk
    New Zealand New Zealand
    It was a stand alone selfcontained unit, but inside everything was perfect.
  • Jessie
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Great room for our 1 night stay. The staff were lovely and were so accomodating to our early check in needs. Very affordable, the bed was super comfy too!

Area info

House rules

Anchor Motel takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 9:00 PM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Crib upon request
NZD 30 per child, per night

Prices for cribs aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
Accepted payment methods
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The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Guests arriving outside front desk opening hours are kindly requested to inform the hotel in advance. Contact details can be found in the booking confirmation.

Please inform Anchor Motel of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

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