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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.
HN
Australia
Location
7.3
Scored 7.3
Good
Rated good
903 reviews
Price from₪ 383.36per night
Comfort Hotel Benvenue
Hotel in Timaru
Just 5 minutes’ walk from Caroline Bay Beach, Comfort Hotel Benvenue features a restaurant, a bar and a fitness centre. It offers rooms with free WiFi and flat-screen satellite TV.
Sue
New Zealand
Thought there would be road noise but pleasantly surprised.
7.2
Scored 7.2
Good
Rated good
366 reviews
Price from₪ 381.84per night
Aspen on King
Timaru
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.
Tracey
New Zealand
Handy to town and beach
8.6
Scored 8.6
Fabulous
Rated fabulous
684 reviews
Price from₪ 412.48per night
Baywatch Motor Lodge
Timaru
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....
Deborah
New Zealand
Central location was great and view over Caroline Bay beautiful.
8.4
Scored 8.4
Very good
Rated very good
746 reviews
Price from₪ 414.84per night
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....
Jack
New Zealand
Great comfy bed
8.8
Scored 8.8
Fabulous
Rated fabulous
395 reviews
Price from₪ 451.76per night
Aaron Court Motel
Timaru
Aaron Court Motel is located in Timaru, 2 hours' drive from Christchurch and Dunedin. Free WiFi is provided and all rooms have freeview TV.
Deidre
New Zealand
Lovely staff. Good older motel, but very clean and tidy with a carport. Comfortable bed.
6.8
Scored 6.8
Pleasant
Rated pleasant
301 reviews
Price from₪ 246.93per night
Cedar Lodge Motel
Timaru
Cedar Lodge Motel offers spacious, self-contained accommodation on the ground floor. Guests can choose between a studio, 1-bedroom apartment or 2-bedroom apartment. Cedar Lodge Motel boasts a garden.
Karen
New Zealand
Very comfortable beds and very clean - friendly team
9.2
Scored 9.2
Superb
Rated superb
272 reviews
Price from₪ 399.62per night
The Ocean Breeze CBD
Timaru
Located in Timaru, 200 metres off the SH 1 highway in the Canterbury region, The Ocean Breeze CBD provides accommodation with free WiFi.
Shane
New Zealand
The atmosphere of the house
7.3
Scored 7.3
Good
Rated good
196 reviews
Price from₪ 269.37per night
BARNES STREET BNB
Timaru
Located in Timaru in the Canterbury region, BARNES STREET BNB has a garden. This apartment provides air-conditioned accommodation with free WiFi.
Craig
New Zealand
Really well set up😄
9.1
Scored 9.1
Superb
Rated superb
94 reviews
Price from₪ 347.94per night
Pleasant View Bed & Breakfast
Timaru
Overlooking Caroline Bay, Pleasant View Bed & Breakfast is a 5-minute drive from Highfield Golf Course.
Sue
New Zealand
What a great place to stay, breakfast was fabulous the view was amazing and Rosemary and her husband were awesome.
9.5
Scored 9.5
Exceptional
Rated exceptional
151 reviews
Price from₪ 379.37per night
What guests said about Timaru:
- 10Scored 10
Timaru was larger than I realised but staying in Caroline...
Timaru was larger than I realised but staying in Caroline Bay area was fabulous as close to the hub of activity / cafe. Played golf at Timaru and whilst the course is 18 holes, it was very flat but 2 or 3 of the holes, around the lake, were interesting. Had dinner at Pier 64 which was absolutely excellentVersfeld - 10Scored 10
It was easy to get around Timaru.
It was easy to get around Timaru. All roads are well sign posted and the roads are in great condition. We used Timaru as base to visit other tourist attractions nearby and our stay at Glenie Cottage BnB was a perfect location to relax after our touring around. The town is clean and tidy, as much of New Zealand is. We loved the unique Steampunk Museum. The adventure playground at Carolyn Bay would be a child's dream come true. Timaru, you have designed a top notch adventure playground to cater for all children. A must visit for families with children. Well done! As an older couple we were impressed with the amazing boardwalk that allowed us to walk around with ease and read the information boards on display. This is a credit to the town.
JulieAustralia - 10Scored 10
Our accomodation was amazing the owner paid so much...
Our accomodation was amazing the owner paid so much attention to detail. A bag of rocky road chocolate just to mention one. The apartment was more than we expected and reasonably priced. We ate a tv the Japanese restaurant just a block away it was superb. I’d never been to Timaru before and would certainly recommend.
MurrayNew Zealand - 10Scored 10
Lovely old city with some classic old buildings and stores.
Lovely old city with some classic old buildings and stores. Nice cafes and restaurants. Easy to get around with call up public transport and cheap. Lovely Caroline Bay and penguins. Nice in the evening to see them come ashore. Good choice of dining places from Asian to Customary. Nice Indian restaurant. I ate most of my meals at the hotel which had a good selection and well presented. A games room at the hotel for those that like that sort of thing. Nice friendly staff.
LeslieNew Zealand - 8.0Scored 8.0
Best playground for kids, even teens would enjoy it.
Best playground for kids, even teens would enjoy it. Great flying fox and a hamster wheel for silly adults. Shops are interesting.. not plastic malls. Coffee houses everywhere. Aorangi Park is an excellent event stadium too.PattonNew Zealand - 8.0Scored 8.0
Timaru was a lovely little town , we spent most of our time...
Timaru was a lovely little town , we spent most of our time at the Caroline Bay Carnival & visited other Towns in the region on day trips . We did find the lack of Restaurants & bars that were open over the New Year period a problem which made it difficult to find places to eat & drink & obviously our accommodation was not what we had expected of a Hotel stay . Other than that Timaru was a good trip as my partner had never been there before & we would definitely visit again but stay somewhere else
De LautourNew Zealand
Explore guest reviews of hotels in Timaru
- 9.2Scored 9.2SuperbRated superb· 133 reviewsThe Terrace Apartment is a Harbour-Side sea cottage, it overlooks the Port of Timaru. The apartment has extensive views to the South & North, but vision is restricted to the East because of a huge Silo. You soon get used to the Silo, as the Harbour Views, watching ships come & go & the Tugs busily plying their trade of pushing & pulling ships into the wharfs takes over your line of sight. The Town Centre of Timaru is 260metres walk & there are 2 pubs within that range.
Capt. Robert McKay GrayAustralia - From ₪ 379.37 per night9.5Scored 9.5ExceptionalRated exceptional· 151 reviewsThe accommodation was roomier and more comfortable than expected .The location was quiet and next to a lovely coastal stroll as well as being right beside Caroline Bay. We saw dolphins in the bay which the host went out of her way to show to us. The hosts were friendly and welcoming and the breakfast was very tasty and well cooked. The orange juice was an unexpected treat and the bread for the toast freshly made. We’d definitely recommend and return to.
BerylUnited Kingdom - From ₪ 453.06 per night7.3Scored 7.3GoodRated good· 903 reviewsGreat Friendly Staff & guests, being from Christchurch it was nice to have stayed in a heritage Building as ours are gone, will be awesome when the refirbishment is finished - We had a Grosvenor Hotel in the City which had international acts preform, with its share of Locals, Fond memories. Next time i stay i would try for a balcony option on the coastal side. Hold on to your History as you dont realy appreciate it until it's gone.MikeNew Zealand
- From ₪ 285.83 per night8.7Scored 8.7FabulousRated fabulous· 352 reviewsIt was close (walking distance) to the activities I had planned for the weekend. It is close to the shopping area of Timaru, but a block or two from the main street, in a quiet street. There was good off-street parking, although this was being sealed that particular weekend. The staff were helpful in arranging adjacent parking out of the contractor's way. The unit was spacious, well fitted out and comfortable and had good heating.
JonesNew Zealand - From ₪ 434.93 per night8.6Scored 8.6FabulousRated fabulous· 684 reviewsWonderful 2 night stay. Unit was spotless, well appointed and cosy. Sky TV, spa bath, our room had all we could ask for. Located close to restaurants and Caroline Bay with it's boardwalk walkways, it was a perfect stay. Our host's were courteous and friendly, Kris and I would definately recommend Aspen on King to anyone looking for a quiet, comfortable stay in Timaru.JohnNew Zealand
- 9.8Scored 9.8ExceptionalRated exceptional· 77 reviewsStunning property! Beautifully decorated and so well equipped. Felt like a home away from home. Fabulous view and so handy to walk to town and Caroline Bay. Hosts were very helpful and friendly and we appreciated the welcome card and chocolates.JennyNew Zealand
- From ₪ 446.71 per night7.2Scored 7.2GoodRated good· 366 reviewsComfortable bed. Underfloor heating. Extra towels were no problem when asked for. Note to all motels/hotels - if women are washing their hair, 1 towel is not enough!JulieNew Zealand
- From ₪ 451.76 per night8.8Scored 8.8FabulousRated fabulous· 395 reviewsLocation good for convenience with cafes, restaurants and the main shopping area all in walking distance. Caroline Bay right across the road which is lovely.RichardNew Zealand
- From ₪ 446.71 per night7.2Scored 7.2GoodRated good· 366 reviewsSpacious room even with a portacot which was great thank you. Great parking available and easy access to room, town and Caroline Bay.
GeoffreyNew Zealand - 7.2Scored 7.2GoodRated good· 340 reviewsVery clean and comfortable and pet friendly. Was able to bring my elderly rabbit who I didn't want to leave at home. Friendly host.SusanNew Zealand
- From ₪ 347.94 per night7.5Scored 7.5GoodRated good· 177 reviewsHad 3 beds for 4 people as often motels come with 2 double beds for 4 people. Nice location, close to penguins and Caroline Bay.
Tina travelsNew Zealand - 9.8Scored 9.8ExceptionalRated exceptional· 77 reviewsVery good location. Very nicely restored in a good complex. Close to everything. Beautifully presented. Overlooks Caroline Bay.JohnAustralia
- From ₪ 280.60 per night7.7Scored 7.7GoodRated good· 1,013 reviewsHotel older style ,but everything worked,and comfortable. close to all eateries and town.
RobertNew Zealand - From ₪ 280.60 per night7.7Scored 7.7GoodRated good· 1,013 reviewsThe location was great for us being so handy to Caroline bay and the swimming pools.ClaireNew Zealand
- From ₪ 439.98 per night8.4Scored 8.4Very goodRated very good· 300 reviewsSo convenient to Caroline Bay activities, great restaurants and cbd shopping.ChristineNew Zealand
- From ₪ 553.61 per night8.7Scored 8.7FabulousRated fabulous· 362 reviewsGreat location across the road from Caroline Bay. Layout of bedroom was greatCherylNew Zealand
- From ₪ 345.70 per night7.1Scored 7.1GoodRated good· 319 reviewsClose to Caroline Bay where we were attending a function over the weekend.DENISENew Zealand
- From ₪ 209.89 per night8.9Scored 8.9FabulousRated fabulous· 1,029 reviewsClose to Caroline bay Pak n save just a five min walkSusanNew Zealand
- From ₪ 453.06 per night7.3Scored 7.3GoodRated good· 903 reviewsThe hotel was very dated but also very clean.BobUnited States
- From ₪ 439.98 per night8.4Scored 8.4Very goodRated very good· 300 reviewsGreat location across from Caroline BaymalcolmNew Zealand
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