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"Facilities: Complete Hygiene: Clean
Environment: Beautiful, opposite the beach, but because we arrived too late, we didn't go to find the little penguins.
Service: Responsive
Just on the roadside, a little noisy, large space, clean and comfortable."
"Location within walking distance to many restaurants. Outside view great. The room kinda small, had fridge and an electric kettle. The shower had very strong water pressure — a bit intense. Door lock not working, pillow not clean. The parking lot is across the street; I arrived in the evening and it took me a couple of rounds to find it. As a short stopover, it was okay, but not best value."
"The cheapest hotel I've ever stayed along, is actually a motel, clean, parking at the door, and a big supermarket, gas station and McDonald's nearby. The boss and the wife were very enthusiastic and recommended that we go to a nearby port. You can see the blue penguins swim back to the shore when it is dark at 9 pm. Be patient, have a good look, and be close to the sea. Put on glasses. We saw a total of nearly 20"
"Very unexpectedly good!
Ten thousand times better than the imagined motel!
The boss is very enthusiastic, and he sent two bottles of milk when checking-in.
The room is big! There is also a back garden!
Complete facilities, kitchenware, can be made for simple meals.
The bed was very soft. At first, I felt that I must not sleep well. As a result, I slept until I woke up naturally, which was very comfortable!
If you have the opportunity, you will choose this one!
PS can see the stars at night!"
"I was so happy to stay here.
Friendly boss
Spacious kitchen and living room
I tried to spa because I had a bathtub, but I was so tired that I fell asleep.
I have an oven, so I eat Tomahawk steak.
There are a lot of dvd at the front desk, so I think it's good to have dinner and watch a movie."
Located in Timaru, a 15-minute walk from Caroline Bay Beach, The Fort Timaru has accommodations with a shared lounge, free private parking, a terrace and a bar. With free WiFi, this 4-star hotel offers a shared kitchen.
The rooms in the hotel are equipped with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Certain rooms contain a kitchenette with a fridge, a dishwasher and a microwave.
A continental breakfast is available at The Fort Timaru.
The accommodation has a grill.
Richard Pearse Airport is 7.5 miles from the property.
Located in Timaru (Maori Hill), Bay City Motor Lodge is within a 10-minute walk of Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden and Caroline Bay Beach. This motel is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Aigantighe Art Gallery and 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Timaru Lighthouse.
This motel has 3 floors in 1 building and offers designated smoking areas.
Continental breakfasts are available daily from 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include express check-out, luggage storage, and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available onsite.
Make yourself at home in one of the 13 guestrooms, featuring kitchens with stovetops and microwaves. Your room comes with a pillowtop bed. 55-inch Smart televisions with satellite programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Conveniences include desks and separate sitting areas, and housekeeping is provided daily.
"As a place to rest for a short break on the road, it is relatively simple. It is very close to Caroline Beach. It is not very convenient to walk to the town center. It is not very far to see the blue penguin."
"The location is next to the road, so there will be noise at night when cars pass by quickly and the houses here are generally not soundproofed. But if the room is near the parking lot, maybe it can be improved. Everything else is perfect, because there is a living room and an open kitchen, two bedrooms (one with a single bed and one with a double bed), a separate bathroom with dry and wet areas, and a hair dryer, which is a great deal"
"A big bed and two small beds, very suitable for a family holiday. Not far from the supermarket, you can make your own breakfast. The hotel is not far from the sea and the parking is convenient. The boss is very enthusiastic, free to print the rental car and Jetstar's itinerary."
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Trip.com's insights for hotels in Timaru
Plan smarter with Trip.com’s data-backed insights on travel seasons so that you can book your Timaru hotel at the right time!
Which month offers the lowest hotel rates in Timaru?
June is the most affordable month to book a hotel in Timaru, with average nightly rates around ₹ 7,901. Prices peak in January, when rates reach about ₹ 14,537 per night.
(Based on Trip.com data from January 16, 2025 to January 16, 2026.)
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₹ 15,000
₹ 14,537
Jan
₹ 9,113
Feb
₹ 8,905
Mar
₹ 9,531
Apr
₹ 10,443
May
₹ 7,901
Jun
₹ 9,505
Jul
₹ 9,100
Aug
₹ 10,900
Sep
₹ 10,887
Oct
₹ 12,503
Nov
₹ 10,782
Dec
What is the cheapest day of the week for hotels in Timaru?
Hotel rates in Timaru are typically lowest on Tuesday, with average nightly rates around ₹ 9,609. Saturday tends to be the most expensive, averaging ₹ 11,512 per night.
(Based on Trip.com data from January 16, 2025 to January 16, 2026.)