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Nov 13 - Nov 15
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Nov 20 - Nov 22

Our top choices for Timaru family-friendly hotels

A room with a circular window overlooking a beach, a lamp, and a bed with pillows.

1. The Sea Breeze

The Sea Breeze
2.0 star property
Timaru Central
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (23 reviews)
"Absolutely top notch from the lovely lady at reception to the great views perfect stay, great location lovely apartment will stay again 🙂"
Australia
Anthony
The price is ￥18,344
￥21,507 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 28 - Nov 29
The Sea Breeze
A coastal building with balconies, labeled "COASTAL RIDGE TIMARU LUXURY ACCOMMODATION."

2. Coastal Ridge Apartments

Coastal Ridge Apartments
3.5 star property
Kensington
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (113 reviews)
"One of the bests stays I’ve experienced, ticks all the boxes and then some.. thank you !"
Australia
Sarah
The price is ￥18,317
￥21,092 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 20 - Nov 21
Coastal Ridge Apartments
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a balcony with a view.

3. Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge

Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge
4.0 star property
Maori Hill
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (150 reviews)
"Great place, very welcoming. Reception gave a map to help us plan our trip south the next day which was very useful. Oh, and within walking distance of penguin nesting across the park."
Australia
Stephen
The price is ￥19,135
￥22,034 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a view of greenery outside.

4. ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge

ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
Parkside
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (297 reviews)
"Great sized rooms, comfortable beds, nice rooms, very clean. Super easy stop over option"
Australia
Rachael
The price is ￥15,656
￥18,028 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 20 - Nov 21
ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge
A hotel room with a large bed, a chair, a balcony with a view, and a window with curtains.

5. Asure Ashley Motor Lodge

Asure Ashley Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
Kensington
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (184 reviews)
"What a great hotel. We only had 1 night but my husband chose well . So comfortable, pristine clean and great amenities even a sachet of makeup remover. Bed was so comfortable and shower great. Easy parking . Would definitely stay again."
Australia
Michael
The price is ￥14,950
￥17,193 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Asure Ashley Motor Lodge
A reception area with a glass door, a red door, and a stone pillar.

6. Cedar Lodge Motel

Cedar Lodge Motel
3.0 star property
Kensington
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (135 reviews)
"A perfect stopover on the way to Christchurch. Clean and quiet, lots of room and easy to get in and out on the main road."
Australia
Lindsay
The price is ￥14,707
￥16,913 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Cedar Lodge Motel
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a view of the beach.

7. Baywatch Motor Lodge

Baywatch Motor Lodge
4.0 star property
Maori Hill
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (133 reviews)
"Great spot to stay and I was made to feel welcomed when I went to check in. Will definitely stay here again."
Australia
Steven
The price is ￥17,571
￥20,207 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Baywatch Motor Lodge
A courtyard with a swing set, a chessboard, and a building with a balcony in the background.

8. Aspen on King Motel

Aspen on King Motel
4.5 star property
Parkside
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (572 reviews)
"Very nice and quiet place to stay. We would definitely stay there again."
Australia
Rodney
The price is ￥18,165
￥20,890 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 17 - Nov 18
Aspen on King Motel
A balcony with a glass table and chairs, overlooking a coastal area with palm trees and a clear view of the sea.

9. Panorama Motor Lodge

Panorama Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
Timaru Central
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (142 reviews)
"Great stay! Plenty of parking. Thanks much!"
United States
David
The price is ￥15,829
￥18,204 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 6 - Dec 7
Panorama Motor Lodge
A hotel room with a bed, a TV on a stand, a desk with a chair, and a window with curtains.

10. Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru

Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru
3.5 star property
Waimataitai
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (286 reviews)
"Great room clean tidy & also they did recycling ♻️ which I haven't seen in any other motel 😀 would stay there again s"
Australia
Christina
The price is ￥12,338
￥14,286 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru
A building with a sign indicating a vacancy.

11. Ashbury Park Motel

Ashbury Park Motel
4.0 star property
Waimataitai
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (309 reviews)
"Good place to stay"
Australia
Jared
The price is ￥12,788
￥14,706 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Ashbury Park Motel
A modern bathroom with a glass-enclosed shower, a white sink, and a toilet.

12. Fitzgerald on King

Fitzgerald on King
2.5 star property
Parkside
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (79 reviews)
"Excellent staff and location"
Australia
Paul
The price is ￥17,221
￥19,830 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 6 - Dec 7
Fitzgerald on King
A bar area with wooden flooring, a curved bar counter, and a variety of bottles and glasses on shelves.

13. The Grosvenor

The Grosvenor
3.0 star property
Timaru Central
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (851 reviews)
"Loved my stay. Great hotel with lovely rooms."
Australia
Ants
The price is ￥13,173
￥15,189 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
The Grosvenor
A compact kitchen with a central island, a sink, and a stove. There are two bar stools and a dining table.

14. Anchor Motel

Anchor Motel
2.5 star property
Maori Hill
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (235 reviews)
"Lovely for solo travellor"
Australia
Frances
The price is ￥8,977
￥10,351 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 23 - Nov 24
Anchor Motel
A conference room with tables and chairs, large windows, and a view of the outdoors.

15. Comfort Hotel Benvenue

Comfort Hotel Benvenue
3.5 star property
Maori Hill
7.8 out of 10, Good, (184 reviews)
"All good"
United States
Helen
The price is ￥10,932
￥12,572 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 4 - Dec 5
Comfort Hotel Benvenue
A modern hotel room with a sofa, a small bed, a TV, and a balcony with a view.

16. The Coast Motel

The Coast Motel
3.5 star property
Maori Hill
7.8 out of 10, Good, (159 reviews)
"It was easy access and the room was great."
Australia
Julie
The price is ￥14,900
￥17,157 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
The Coast Motel
A building entrance with a green door, two potted plants, and a small window above the door.

17. The Fort. Timaru

The Fort. Timaru
3.0 star property
Timaru Central
7.6 out of 10, Good, (22 reviews)
"Backpacker style accommodation at premium rate."
New Zealand
Wayne
The price is ￥9,180
￥10,557 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
The Fort. Timaru
A neatly made bed with patterned bedding and a dark-colored pillow.

18. Aaron Court Motel

Aaron Court Motel
2.0 star property
Maori Hill
6.8 out of 10, (147 reviews)
"Lovely and quiet even though on the main road. We were able to check in early, which was very much appreciated. Easy parking and within walking distance to foods and the penguins."
Australia
Rebecca
The price is ￥8,167
￥9,405 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 8 - Dec 9
Aaron Court Motel
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Choose what matters most at family-friendly hotels in Timaru

Breakfast included
Pool

Top Timaru Hotel Reviews

Asure Ashley Motor Lodge

Asure Ashley Motor Lodge

8/10 Good
"What a great hotel. We only had 1 night but my husband chose well . So comfortable, pristine clean and great amenities even a sachet of makeup remover. Bed was so comfortable and shower great. Easy parking . Would definitely stay again."
Michael 1-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Asure Ashley Motor Lodge

Frequently asked questions

What's Timaru like for family-friendly vacations?
The welcoming destination of Timaru is a good choice if you've been thinking about a trip with your kids. The walking trails and jogging trails are just a few things that make this the ideal place for a family vacation. Fly into Timaru (TIU-Richard Pearse), which is located 6.7 mi (10.7 km) from the city center.
What's the best hotel when traveling with kids to Timaru?
Comfort Hotel Benvenue is a hotel with a restaurant and laundry facilities, and it's a top choice on Expedia for families. Other choices for your kid-friendly vacation include Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge and Cedar Lodge Motel.
When's the best time to book a family-friendly vacation in Timaru?
The hottest months are usually February and January with an average temp of 45°F, while the coldest months are July and August with an average of 27°F. The rainiest months in Timaru are May, September, December, and July, with each month seeing an average of 14 inches of rainfall.
What's there to see and do with your family in Timaru?
While you are vacationing in Timaru, you and the family might want to see interesting spots such as Aigantighe Art Gallery and DB Brewery. Make sure you have lots of time for activities like Jacks Point Surfspot and Caroline Bay Beach.
What's the best way for us to get around Timaru?
To see more of the larger area, hop on a train at Timaru Station. Timaru may not have many public transit choices so consider renting a car to explore more.