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Compare 85 hotels close to South Canterbury Museum with room rates, reviews, and availability. Most hotels are fully refundable.

One Bedroom Unit | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge

Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge

4.0 star property
Maori Hill, 0.9 km from South Canterbury Museum
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (126)
"Very clean and staff so helpful and nice"
United States
jennifer
The price is ￥15,688
￥18,274 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 3 - Jan 4, 2026
Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge
Executive Studio | View from room
Coastal Ridge Apartments

Coastal Ridge Apartments

3.5 star property
Kensington, 1.7 km from South Canterbury Museum
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (102)
"Good location for holiday in timaru, close to places we were visiting."
Australia
Michael
The price is ￥15,482
￥18,006 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 12 - Dec 13
Coastal Ridge Apartments
Deluxe Studio Spa | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, stovetop, electric kettle
ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge

ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge

3.0 star property
Parkside, 1 km from South Canterbury Museum
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (261)
"Very spacious apartment, had everything you would need. Staff very helpful, and friendly. Loved our stay."
Australia
Anthony
The price is ￥14,873
￥17,221 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 7 - Dec 8
ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge
Executive Studio with Spa | Laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, free WiFi
Asure Ashley Motor Lodge

Asure Ashley Motor Lodge

3.0 star property
Kensington, 1.7 km from South Canterbury Museum
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (169)
"A lovely, comfortable, spacious place to stay."
Australia
Debra
The price is ￥14,484
￥16,657 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 7 - Dec 8
Asure Ashley Motor Lodge
Two Bedroom Unit | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker
Cedar Lodge Motel

Cedar Lodge Motel

3.0 star property
Kensington, 1.7 km from South Canterbury Museum
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (126)
"Great place to stay for short term"
United States
AYELEN
The price is ￥14,090
￥16,203 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 7 - Dec 8
Cedar Lodge Motel
Studio | Balcony view
Panorama Motor Lodge

Panorama Motor Lodge

3.0 star property
Timaru Central, 0.7 km from South Canterbury Museum
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (116)
"It was in a great location walking distance to restaurants and town"
Australia
Sue
The price is ￥16,117
￥18,535 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 6 - Dec 7
Panorama Motor Lodge
Family Room, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Family Spa Unit) | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker
Aspen on King Motel

Aspen on King Motel

4.5 star property
Parkside, 1.1 km from South Canterbury Museum
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (545)
"Great clean room. Staff very curious and helpful "
Australia
Jo
The price is ￥11,926
￥13,982 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 3 - Jan 4, 2026
Aspen on King Motel
Balcony view
Fitzgerald on King

Fitzgerald on King

2.5 star property
Parkside, 1.1 km from South Canterbury Museum
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (74)
"Have not stayed here for awhile, comfortable, warm and heaps of room"
New Zealand
Brent
The price is ￥14,879
￥17,133 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 4 - Dec 5
Fitzgerald on King
One Bedroom Family Unit with Kitchen | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru

Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru

3.5 star property
Waimataitai, 1.7 km from South Canterbury Museum
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (249)
"It was a very short stay for us very happy with our accommodation. "
Australia
ANN
The price is ￥11,358
￥13,190 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 6 - Dec 7
Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru
Front of property
Ashbury Park Motel

Ashbury Park Motel

4.0 star property
Waimataitai, 2 km from South Canterbury Museum
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (289)
"Great wee place. Management were amazing "
United States
Ange
The price is ￥12,479
￥14,351 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 6 - Dec 7
Ashbury Park Motel
Superior Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Balcony | Living area | 55-inch Smart TV with satellite channels
Bay City Motor Lodge

Bay City Motor Lodge

3.0 star property
Maori Hill, 1 km from South Canterbury Museum
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (66)
"Great place to stay, handy to everything "
New Zealand
Leanne
The price is ￥14,728
￥17,064 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 4 - Dec 5
Bay City Motor Lodge
WiFi, wheelchair access
Blue Dolphin Motel

Blue Dolphin Motel

3.5 star property
Maori Hill, 1.3 km from South Canterbury Museum
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (157)
"We stayed for one night. The owner was really pleasant & helpful with Laundry room. Very clean and comfortable. Good seats for relaxing. "
Australia
Barrie
The price is ￥11,357
￥14,402 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 11 - Dec 12
Blue Dolphin Motel
Front of property - evening/night
The Grosvenor

The Grosvenor

3.0 star property
Timaru Central, 0.3 km from South Canterbury Museum
7.8 out of 10, Good, (808)
"Fantastic staff, clean, big room, meals are excellent "
Australia
Stephanie
The price is ￥11,030
￥12,954 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 3 - Jan 4, 2026
The Grosvenor
Superior House, 3 Bedrooms, City View | Private kitchen | Microwave, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle, toaster
The Coast Motel

The Coast Motel

3.5 star property
Maori Hill, 1.2 km from South Canterbury Museum
7.8 out of 10, Good, (156)
"Nice hotel with and a good check-in. "
United States
Gloria
The price is ￥11,713
￥13,582 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 12 - Dec 13
The Coast Motel
Efficiency, Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking | Minibar, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board
Comfort Hotel Benvenue

Comfort Hotel Benvenue

3.5 star property
Maori Hill, 1.1 km from South Canterbury Museum
7.6 out of 10, Good, (164)
"A great spot for a stop over on the way home. "
Australia
Ange
The price is ￥11,590
￥13,329 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 7 - Dec 8
Comfort Hotel Benvenue
Mini-fridge, microwave, stovetop, toaster
Aaron Court Motel

Aaron Court Motel

2.0 star property
Maori Hill, 1.3 km from South Canterbury Museum
7.0 out of 10, Good, (100)
"The room was very clean and the staff/owners were excellent."
Australia
Janet
The price is ￥7,700
￥8,855 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 7 - Dec 8
Aaron Court Motel
Premier Suite, Courtyard View | In-room dining
The Fort. Timaru

The Fort. Timaru

3.0 star property
Timaru Central, 0.4 km from South Canterbury Museum
7.8 out of 10, Good, (8)
"Great place, close to town"
Australia
Steve
The price is ￥11,119
￥12,885 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 11 - Dec 12
The Fort. Timaru
Garden
Phoenix Motel

Phoenix Motel

4.0 star property
17.8 km from South Canterbury Museum
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (113)
"The place to stay in temuka"
Australia
Steve
The price is ￥13,863
￥15,963 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 7 - Dec 8
Phoenix Motel
Superior Studio | Shared kitchen facilities | Fridge, microwave, electric kettle
Northpark Motel

Northpark Motel

3.5 star property
Washdyke, 4.8 km from South Canterbury Museum
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (67)
"Was a great place to stay, clean friendly the restaurant had amazing food"
Australia
Fleur
The price is ￥12,175
￥14,299 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 7 - Dec 8
Northpark Motel
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Top South Canterbury Museum Hotel Reviews

The Grosvenor

The Grosvenor

10/10 Excellent
"Absolutely loved my stay here, the staff were amazing and the room was very clean, neat and tidy with everything I needed plus the location was great! Would definitely stay here again "
Clinton 1-night trip
Posted 7 days ago
The Grosvenor

Hotels near other South Canterbury Museum attractions

Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden

4.4/5 (33 reviews)
You can find out about the history of Timaru with a trip to Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden. Visit the area's spas, or simply enjoy its bars.
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Te Ana Maori Rock Art Centre

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Te Ana Maori Rock Art Centre in Timaru.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around South Canterbury Museum?
South Canterbury Museum is located in a welcoming area of Timaru that travelers like for its bars. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 22 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.
Where is the best place to stay near South Canterbury Museum?
Adjacent to South Canterbury Museum, The Grosvenor is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a casino and a restaurant. Other good choices within a short distance include Aspen on King Motel and ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge.
How many hotels will I be able to find close to South Canterbury Museum?
Expedia has 22 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from South Canterbury Museum.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near South Canterbury Museum, will I receive a refund?
Yes! Most hotel bookings are refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best deals near South Canterbury Museum.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near South Canterbury Museum?
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What can I see and do near South Canterbury Museum?
Learn about local history at Timaru Lighthouse and Tuhawaiki Point Lighthouse. Get outside and spend some time strolling around Ashbury Park, Washdyke Lagoon Wildlife Refuge, and Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden. Lounge by the water at Caroline Bay Beach and Dashing Rocks Beach.
How can I get to South Canterbury Museum?
If you want to venture outside of the area, hop on a train at Timaru Station. There may not be many public transit choices near by South Canterbury Museum so consider renting a car to see more of the area.