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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.

M
Michelle
From
Canada
Beautifully renovated church. Interesting and unique. Host was so helpful and provided a delicious breakfast for our last leg of travels. 🙏🏻
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 177 reviews
Price from
$124.98
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.

S
Stephanie
From
United States
Beautiful clean room and well equipped
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 193 reviews
Price from
$133
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.

M
Michael
From
Australia
Property was good. Nice welcome but some misleading information. Room on third floor. Hard climb up stairs with heavy bags- no lift
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 476 reviews
Price from
$122.81
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.

S
Straker
From
New Zealand
Everything
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 169 reviews
Price from
$123.80
1 night, 2 adults

Affordable Entire Apartment

Timaru

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

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 11 reviews
Price from
$99.16
1 night, 2 adults

Cbay 1 Bedroom Suite

Timaru

Cbay 1 Bedroom Suite offers accommodations in Timaru, a 9-minute walk from Caroline Bay Beach. This property offers access to a patio, free private parking, and free Wifi.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 9 reviews
Price from
$95.05
1 night, 2 adults

2 bedroom Apartment@Boutique Barn House Farm Stay

Timaru

Offering a garden, 2 bedroom Apartment@Boutique Barn House Farm Stay offers accommodations in Timaru. The apartment features both Wifi and private parking free of charge.

W
Wendy
From
New Zealand
Quite, great veiws, close to Timaru
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 81 reviews
Price from
$87.13
1 night, 2 adults

Unit 46a

Timaru

This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking, and free Wifi. Outdoor seating is also available at Unit 46a.

A
Aaron
From
New Zealand
Very modern, spacious unit with some great facilities such as filtered water dispenser, Netflix and very good Wifi connection. Nice and quiet area with a comfortable bed and excellent shower.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.9
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 63 reviews
Price from
$114.42
1 night, 2 adults

Blue Stone

Timaru

Featuring a garden, Blue Stone features accommodations in Timaru. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking, and free Wifi.

E
Eileen
From
United States
it was a pastoral heaven. at night I saw two shooting stars in a star soaked sky. beautifully decorated. our host, Sharyn, was delightful! friendly, helpful, and gracious.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 15 reviews
Price from
$114.42
1 night, 2 adults

Nelson Heights Bed & Breakfast

Timaru

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.

H
Hilary
From
United Kingdom
Beautiful room with the most comfortable bed.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.9
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 45 reviews
Price from
$111.48
1 night, 2 adults
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  • Comfort Hotel Benvenue

    Timaru
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
    Good - What previous guests thought, 477 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.

  • The Grosvenor Hotel

    Timaru
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
    Good - What previous guests thought, 924 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.

  • The Coast Motel

    Timaru
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
    Good - What previous guests thought, 318 reviews

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

  • Aaron Court Motel

    Timaru
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.2
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 442 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.

  • Blue Dolphin Motel

    Timaru
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,240 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.

  • Anchor Motel

    Timaru
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
    Good - What previous guests thought, 373 reviews

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

  • Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru

    Timaru
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 562 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.

  • Ashbury Park Motel

    Timaru
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 189 reviews

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

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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 361 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.

  • Harbour View Motel

    Timaru
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 453 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.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 444 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.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 944 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.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 482 reviews

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

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 14 reviews

    ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge offers accommodations in Timaru, 1.5 miles from Caroline Bay Beach. The condo hotel also features free Wifi, free private parking, and facilities for disabled guests.

  • Aspen on King

    Timaru
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 653 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.

  • Fitzgerald on King

    Timaru
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 327 reviews

    Boasting apartments with free Wi-Fi and a fully equipped kitchen, Fitzgerald on King is a 5-minute drive from Caroline Bay. Free on-site parking is available.

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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 29 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, 35 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, 149 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.

  • Stay Timaru

    Timaru
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 151 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...

  • Matildas Apartment

    Timaru
    Breakfast options

    Offering free private parking, Matildas Apartment is a 13-minute walk from Caroline Bay Beach. Outdoor seating is also available at the apartment.

  • Cottage on Matilda

    Timaru
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 3 reviews

    Cottage on Matilda offers accommodations in Timaru, a 13-minute walk from Caroline Bay Beach. This villa provides free private parking, private check-in and check-out, and free Wifi.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 9 reviews

    Cbay 1 Bedroom Suite offers accommodations in Timaru, a 9-minute walk from Caroline Bay Beach. This property offers access to a patio, free private parking, and free Wifi.

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  • Avg. price/night: $99.75
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 562 reviews
    Location to party we were attending
    Guest review by
    Kaylene
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $117.35
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 944 reviews
    Perfect location
    Guest review by
    Deb
    Young couple
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 57 reviews
    Well presented, very quiet location.
    Guest review by
    Shaun
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $183.48
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 453 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: $120.24
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
    Good - What previous guests thought, 924 reviews
    The location is handy to the CBD and the receptionist was warm and friendly
    Guest review by
    Tam
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $87.27
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 824 reviews
    Location was good room was very clean nice place would book here agsin
    Guest review by
    Shiree
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $87.27
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 824 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, 149 reviews
    Great location - awesome view, really lovely place to stay.
    Guest review by
    Natalie
    Travelers with friends
  • Avg. price/night: $117.81
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 284 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: $120.24
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
    Good - What previous guests thought, 924 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: $53.39
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
    Good - What previous guests thought, 408 reviews
    Nice location friendly staff well priced good place to stay.
    Guest review by
    Tony
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $117.35
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 944 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
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 361 reviews
    The location is one of the better ones in TImaru. There's a good choice of them so location becomes one of the measures to decide where to stay for a stopover. It's close to cafes and restaurants which is helpful too.
    Guest review by
    James
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $128.50
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 177 reviews
    The perfect getaway - warm welcome to a beautiful space that's private but close to town and shops. Gorgeous location, and the unique design, high ceilings, stained glass windows and skylights made for a lovely stay. Mel and Greg couldn't have been more attentive, even going to the shop to suit our allergy needs on short notice. Hosts were also super generous with tips on where to eat/drink and places to see nearby. Wouldn't hesitate to book again and felt like we made friends in the process. A+
    Guest review by
    Tom
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $116.18
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 653 reviews
    Location, close to city centre.
    Guest review by
    Rukshana
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $95.05
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
    Good - What previous guests thought, 318 reviews
    Convenient location on main road, close to Caroline Bay and city centre.
    Guest review by
    CAMILIA
    Young couple