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Our top choices for South Canterbury Museum hotels

Executive Studio | Private kitchenette

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, (279 reviews)
"Huge clean room, great amenities in the kitchen and very nice staff. "
United States
Colleen
The price is AU$172
includes taxes & fees
15 Mar - 16 Mar
ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge
Reception

Cedar Lodge Motel

Cedar Lodge Motel
3.0 star property
Kensington, 1.7 km from South Canterbury Museum
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (127 reviews)
"Great place to stay for short term"
United States
AYELEN
The price is AU$149
includes taxes & fees
7 Mar - 8 Mar
Cedar Lodge Motel
Executive Studio with Spa

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, (176 reviews)
"A lovely, comfortable, spacious place to stay."
Australia
Debra
The price is AU$164
includes taxes & fees
8 Mar - 9 Mar
Asure Ashley Motor Lodge
Mini-fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

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 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
Australia
Alistair
The price is AU$160
includes taxes & fees
8 Mar - 9 Mar
Fitzgerald on King
Property entrance

The Fort. Timaru

The Fort. Timaru
3.0 star property
Timaru Central, 0.4 km from South Canterbury Museum
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (12 reviews)
"Great place, close to town"
Australia
Steve
The price is AU$126
includes taxes & fees
3 Apr - 4 Apr
The Fort. Timaru
Pillow-top beds, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Bay City Motor Lodge

Bay City Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
Maori Hill, 1 km from South Canterbury Museum
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (71 reviews)
"The room was spotless and very comfortable. Check in and out was painless with being notified beforehand what our room number was and a drop box to drop key in on leaving."
Australia
Pamela
The price is AU$169
includes taxes & fees
9 Mar - 10 Mar
Bay City Motor Lodge
Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Baywatch Motor Lodge

Baywatch Motor Lodge
4.0 star property
Maori Hill, 1.1 km from South Canterbury Museum
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (124 reviews)
"Room immaculate, hosts lovely "
Australia
Louise
The price is AU$176
includes taxes & fees
12 Mar - 13 Mar
Baywatch Motor Lodge
One Bedroom Family Unit with Kitchen

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, (258 reviews)
"Staff great friendly room tidy"
Australia
Jaroslav
The price is AU$128
includes taxes & fees
28 Mar - 29 Mar
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, (303 reviews)
"Clean and quiet"
United States
Kim
The price is AU$137
includes taxes & fees
10 Mar - 11 Mar
Ashbury Park Motel
Five Bedroom House | Private kitchen

Anchor Motel

Anchor Motel
2.5 star property
Maori Hill, 1.4 km from South Canterbury Museum
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (202 reviews)
"Good stay, location great, staff friendly and spacious room."
Australia
Grant
The price is AU$94
includes taxes & fees
12 Mar - 13 Mar
Anchor Motel
Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchen (apartment 9)

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, (164 reviews)
"Great location. Clean rooms and everything you need in the kitchen."
United States
Meral
The price is AU$130
includes taxes & fees
28 Mar - 29 Mar
Blue Dolphin Motel
Dining

Comfort Hotel Benvenue

Comfort Hotel Benvenue
3.5 star property
Maori Hill, 1.1 km from South Canterbury Museum
7.8 out of 10, Good, (177 reviews)
"Staff were so helpful"
Australia
Gillian
The price is AU$125
includes taxes & fees
6 Mar - 7 Mar
Comfort Hotel Benvenue
Free WiFi, bed sheets

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, (116 reviews)
"Great budget accomodation"
Australia
Rachael
The price is AU$80
includes taxes & fees
18 Mar - 19 Mar
Aaron Court Motel
Garden

Phoenix Motel

Phoenix Motel
4.0 star property
17.8 km from South Canterbury Museum
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (116 reviews)
"Clean rooms and fully equipped "
Germany
Dominik
The price is AU$146
includes taxes & fees
28 Mar - 29 Mar
Phoenix Motel
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Top South Canterbury Museum Hotel Reviews

Blue Dolphin Motel

Blue Dolphin Motel

10/10 Excellent
"Helpful and generous hosts. Really good facilities. Quiet, clean environment and spacious room."
Daniel 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Blue Dolphin Motel

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 visit 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 exploring the galleries in Te Ana Maori Rock Art Centre during your trip to 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 travellers like for its bars. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 24 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
What's 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 traveller data, and this hotel offers a casino and a restaurant. Other good choices within a short distance include Aspen on King Motel and Panorama Motor Lodge.
How many hotels will I be able to find close to South Canterbury Museum?
Expedia has 24 hotels and other accommodation options 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 room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before check in. If your reservation is non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best options available near South Canterbury Museum.
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, Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden and Botanical Gardens. 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, ride aboard one of the trains from Timaru Station. There may not be many public transport options to choose from near South Canterbury Museum so consider renting a car to see more of the area.