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Featured Hostels in Timaru

The Grosvenor
Front of property - evening/night

The Grosvenor

3.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (762)
"Beautiful hotel room, charming view, friendly and helpful staff. We wished we were staying longer!"
The price is AU$119
includes taxes & fees
1 Feb - 2 Feb
The Grosvenor
Ashbury Park Motel
Front of property

Ashbury Park Motel

4.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (269)
"Good value if you’re just needing somewhere to sleep and shower, very clean and comfy. "
The price is AU$161
includes taxes & fees
15 Jan - 16 Jan
Ashbury Park Motel
Panorama Motor Lodge
Studio | Balcony view

Panorama Motor Lodge

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (94)
"Good stay for an overnight trip in Timaru. Bed was beautifully firm and towels were nice and fluffy. Good that we had a kitchen space to meal prep for further travel days. Location was perfect for Caroline bay , a little road noise but it didn’t worry us. "
The price is AU$187
includes taxes & fees
10 Jan - 11 Jan
Panorama Motor Lodge
Comfort Hotel Benvenue
Efficiency, Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

Comfort Hotel Benvenue

3.5 star property
7.6 out of 10, Good, (154)
"good location "
The price is AU$135
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan
Comfort Hotel Benvenue
Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru
One Bedroom Family Unit with Kitchen

Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru

3.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (217)
"Such a great place to stay! Highly recommend. Clean (I mean that shower was gleaming!), very spacious, private, good price and location. Next time we need to stay in Timaru. I'll definitely be booking here. Thanks!"
The price is AU$128
includes taxes & fees
19 Jan - 20 Jan
Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru
Aaron Court Motel
Mini-fridge, microwave, stovetop, toaster

Aaron Court Motel

2.0 star property
7.4 out of 10, Good, (43)
"The property was well priced. It is an older property but I thought was good value."
The price is AU$99
includes taxes & fees
19 Jan - 20 Jan
Aaron Court Motel
ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge
Executive Studio | Private kitchenette

ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge

3.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (247)
"Great room, great service!"
The price is AU$187
includes taxes & fees
10 Jan - 11 Jan
ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge
Harbour View Motel
Front of property

Harbour View Motel

2.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (80)
"Property was clean and rooms spacious. "
The price is AU$151
includes taxes & fees
31 Jan - 1 Feb
Harbour View Motel
Cedar Lodge Motel
Two Bedroom Unit | Private kitchen

Cedar Lodge Motel

3.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (98)
"Large spacious bedrooms. Well stocked kitchen."
The price is AU$194
includes taxes & fees
2 Feb - 3 Feb
Cedar Lodge Motel
Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge
One Bedroom Unit

Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge

2.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (107)
"From the moment we arrived we were welcomed by the host who gave us some amazing tips for exploring the area and surrounds. Without her advice we wouldn’t have taken the route we did. "
The price is AU$198
includes taxes & fees
6 Feb - 7 Feb
Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge
Aspen on King Motel
Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Family non-spa)

Aspen on King Motel

4.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (513)
"A very comfortable, roomy, clean stay with enough supplies to cook your own stovetop food. We loved relaxing on the balcony listening to birds in this quiet neighborhood an easy walk from downtown. Manager was very friendly."
The price is AU$154
includes taxes & fees
4 Feb - 5 Feb
Aspen on King Motel
Baywatch Motor Lodge
Accessible Studio with Seaview

Baywatch Motor Lodge

4.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (102)
"Good place close to town, great views."
The price is AU$182
includes taxes & fees
6 Feb - 7 Feb
Baywatch Motor Lodge
Anchor Motel
Garden

Anchor Motel

2.5 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (183)
"Very friendly check-in. The lady at reception was very nice and helpful with our questions being our first visit to Timaru. Walked to the lighthouse then to the penguins. Returned late at night and had an awesome sleep in a very comfortable warm bed. The room is not fancy but perfect for the price and you just need somewhere to sleep. "
The price is AU$108
includes taxes & fees
17 Jan - 18 Jan
Anchor Motel
Asure Ashley Motor Lodge
Spa

Asure Ashley Motor Lodge

3.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (152)
"Good hotel at reasonable price"
The price is AU$163
includes taxes & fees
20 Jan - 21 Jan
Asure Ashley Motor Lodge
Fitzgerald on King
Balcony view

Fitzgerald on King

2.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (66)
"Great place to stay"
The price is AU$171
includes taxes & fees
2 Feb - 3 Feb
Fitzgerald on King
Northpark Motel
Superior Studio | Shared kitchen facilities

Northpark Motel

3.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (55)
"Good motel"
The price is AU$143
includes taxes & fees
10 Jan - 11 Jan
Northpark Motel
Bay City Motor Lodge
Superior Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Balcony | Living area

Bay City Motor Lodge

3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (65)
"Could do better job with everything. "
Bay City Motor Lodge
Stay Timaru
Room 8 - Budget Queen - Shared Facilities

Stay Timaru

1.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (5)
"The only thing was that I was used to a firmer mattress. And maybe an extra pillow would have been helpful."
Stay Timaru
The Coast Motel
Superior House, 3 Bedrooms, City View | Private kitchen

The Coast Motel

3.5 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (147)
"A good place to put your head down with comfortable beds and a little kitchen area. The shower was good. The parking was very good for our needs being two vehicles and a trailer plenty of room for security and fencing. The outside Area is all concrete so don’t expect a garden the rooms were very good. A little noise from the main road at night."
The price is AU$133
includes taxes & fees
6 Feb - 7 Feb
The Coast Motel
The Sanctuary Beach Side
Street view

The Sanctuary Beach Side

3.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (16)
"Lovely and warm. "
The Sanctuary Beach Side
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Other property types in Timaru

Coastal Ridge Apartments
Executive Studio | View from room

Coastal Ridge Apartments

3.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (88)
"Clean and comfortable. Friendly staff. Parking. Could hear some noise from another apartment, but nothing major!"
The price is AU$237
includes taxes & fees
2 Feb - 3 Feb
Coastal Ridge Apartments
Blue Dolphin Motel
WiFi, wheelchair access

Blue Dolphin Motel

3.5 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (140)
"Handy to Town Centre. Had everything we needed. Would stay again"
The price is AU$143
includes taxes & fees
24 Jan - 25 Jan
Blue Dolphin Motel
Sun Soaked Lookout Timaru
Fridge, microwave, oven, dishwasher

Sun Soaked Lookout Timaru

9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (47)
"Great stay. House nice and warm. Everything we needed."
Sun Soaked Lookout Timaru
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Frequently asked questions

Should I stay in a hostel in Timaru?
Hostels are a great way to stay for a good value, so you can save your money for going out. If you’re hoping to treat your taste buds while you’re here, you can check out the bars.
What is a hostel?
No two hostels look exactly the same, but these dormitory-style accommodations all feature shared rooms (though many have private options too), budget-friendly prices and a social environment.
What are the best hostels in Timaru?
While you’re deciding on a place to stay, have a look at this top hostel in Timaru: Stay Timaru - You can take advantage of free WiFi and free parking, as well as laundry facilities. Rooms come with towels, showers and linens.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Timaru?
Good weather’s definitely a plus when you’re discovering new places, so here are some stats about the local climate: The hottest months are usually February and January, with an average temperature of 7°C, while the coldest months are July and August, with an average of -3°C. The rainiest months in Timaru are May, September, December and July, with each month seeing an average of 360 mm of rainfall.
What is there to see and do in Timaru?
Depending on what you’re interested in, you might appreciate these things around Timaru. Get out into nature with places such as Caroline Bay Beach, Ashbury Park and Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden. Cultural attractions include South Canterbury Museum. Visit landmarks such as Timaru Lighthouse.
What's the best way to get to and around Timaru while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in and around Timaru in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is Timaru (TIU-Richard Pearse), located 6.7 mi (10.7 km) from the city centre. After you’ve arrived, you may want to use public transport to get around. If you’re looking to see more of the area, head over to Timaru Station to hop on a train.