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Our top choices for Timaru Port hotels

A hotel lobby with wooden doors, a glass table with a vase of flowers, and a colorful wall unit.

1. The Grosvenor

The Grosvenor
3.0 star property
Timaru Central, 0.4 km from Timaru Port
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (850 reviews)
"Loved my stay. Great hotel with lovely rooms."
Australia
Ants
The price is AU$134
includes taxes & fees
7 Nov - 8 Nov
The Grosvenor
A residential area with modern houses, a street, and a view of the ocean.

2. The Sea Breeze

The Sea Breeze
2.0 star property
Timaru Central, 0.7 km from Timaru Port
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (19 reviews)
"Great hotel, close to town and very modern."
United States
Kurt
The price is AU$199
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
The Sea Breeze
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a bench by the window, a flat-screen TV, a mirror, and a bathroom with a sink and toilet.

3. The Fort. Timaru

The Fort. Timaru
3.0 star property
Timaru Central, 0.8 km from Timaru Port
7.6 out of 10, Good, (22 reviews)
"Backpacker style accommodation at premium rate."
New Zealand
Wayne
The price is AU$107
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
The Fort. Timaru
A balcony with a glass table and chairs, overlooking a coastal area with palm trees and a clear view of the sea.

4. Panorama Motor Lodge

Panorama Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
Timaru Central, 0.7 km from Timaru Port
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (142 reviews)
"Great stay! Plenty of parking. Thanks much!"
United States
David
The price is AU$168
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Panorama Motor Lodge
A room with a leather sofa, sheer curtains, and a view of a balcony.

5. Harbour View Motel

Harbour View Motel
2.5 star property
Maori Hill, 1 km from Timaru Port
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (130 reviews)
"Great location, cool view of the port"
Australia
Thomas
The price is AU$165
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Harbour View Motel
A compact kitchen with a microwave, stove, and sink. There is a clock on the wall and a window with blinds.

6. Aspen on King Motel

Aspen on King Motel
4.5 star property
Parkside, 1.7 km from Timaru Port
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 AU$193
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Aspen on King Motel
A building with a sign indicating a vacancy.

7. Ashbury Park Motel

Ashbury Park Motel
4.0 star property
Waimataitai, 1.8 km from Timaru Port
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (308 reviews)
"Good place to stay"
Australia
Jared
The price is AU$121
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Ashbury Park Motel
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a view of greenery outside.

8. ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge

ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
Parkside, 1.7 km from Timaru Port
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (296 reviews)
"Great sized rooms, comfortable beds, nice rooms, very clean. Super easy stop over option"
Australia
Rachael
The price is AU$155
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a view of the beach.

9. Baywatch Motor Lodge

Baywatch Motor Lodge
4.0 star property
Maori Hill, 1 km from Timaru Port
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (132 reviews)
"Very nice villa with plenty of room and beds. Would happily book there again. And very reasonably priced."
Australia
Nicola
The price is AU$181
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Baywatch Motor Lodge
A hotel room with two beds, a dining table, a ceiling fan, and a large window with a view.

10. Comfort Hotel Benvenue

Comfort Hotel Benvenue
3.5 star property
Maori Hill, 1.1 km from Timaru Port
7.8 out of 10, Good, (184 reviews)
"All good"
United States
Helen
The price is AU$121
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Comfort Hotel Benvenue
A neatly made bed with patterned bedding and a dark-colored pillow.

11. Aaron Court Motel

Aaron Court Motel
2.0 star property
Maori Hill, 1.2 km from Timaru Port
6.8 out of 10, (146 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 AU$79
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Aaron Court Motel
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a balcony with a view.

12. Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge

Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge
4.0 star property
Maori Hill, 1 km from Timaru Port
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 AU$194
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge
A large, two-story brick building with a symmetrical facade, large windows, and a central entrance with a porch.

13. Bay City Motor Lodge

Bay City Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
Maori Hill, 1 km from Timaru Port
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (85 reviews)
"Was perfect! Really enjoyed my stay"
New Zealand
Nick
The price is AU$155
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Bay City Motor Lodge
A hotel room with a bed, a TV on a stand, a desk with a chair, and a window with curtains.

14. Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru

Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru
3.5 star property
Waimataitai, 1.6 km from Timaru Port
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (280 reviews)
"Manager was very welcoming and friendly. Rooms were perfect for our families needs and were quite spacious. Surprisngly not noisy, despite being on the main road and a handy location to shops/parks/Caroline Bay"
Australia
Zoe
The price is AU$113
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru
A reception area with a glass door, a red door, and a stone pillar.

15. Cedar Lodge Motel

Cedar Lodge Motel
3.0 star property
Kensington, 2.3 km from Timaru Port
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 AU$155
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Cedar Lodge Motel
A breakfast tray with toast, orange juice, cereal, eggs, and a bowl of fruit.

16. Coastal Ridge Apartments

Coastal Ridge Apartments
3.5 star property
Kensington, 2.3 km from Timaru Port
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 AU$175
includes taxes & fees
7 Nov - 8 Nov
Coastal Ridge Apartments
A hotel room with a large bed, a chair, a balcony with a view, and a window with curtains.

17. Asure Ashley Motor Lodge

Asure Ashley Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
Kensington, 2.3 km from Timaru Port
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (183 reviews)
"Great rooms and very tidy and clean. Worth every penny."
Australia
Kyle
The price is AU$160
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Asure Ashley Motor Lodge
A kitchen with a sink, a coffee maker, and a window with a view of greenery.

18. Fitzgerald on King

Fitzgerald on King
2.5 star property
Parkside, 1.7 km from Timaru Port
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (79 reviews)
"Excellent staff and location"
Australia
Paul
The price is AU$175
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Fitzgerald on King
A compact kitchen with a central island, a sink, and a stove. There are two bar stools and a dining table.

19. Anchor Motel

Anchor Motel
2.5 star property
Maori Hill, 1.3 km from Timaru Port
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (235 reviews)
"Lovely for solo travellor"
Australia
Frances
The price is AU$95
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
Anchor Motel
A modern hotel room with a sofa, a small bed, a TV, and a balcony with a view.

20. The Coast Motel

The Coast Motel
3.5 star property
Maori Hill, 1.2 km from Timaru Port
7.8 out of 10, Good, (159 reviews)
"It was easy access and the room was great."
Australia
Julie
The price is AU$139
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
The Coast Motel
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Compare top hotels in Timaru Port

A hotel lobby with wooden doors, a glass table with a vase of flowers, and a colorful wall unit.

The Grosvenor

3.0 star property
Timaru Central, 0.4 km from Timaru Port
View
A residential area with modern houses, a street, and a view of the ocean.

The Sea Breeze

2.0 star property
Timaru Central, 0.7 km from Timaru Port
View
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a bench by the window, a flat-screen TV, a mirror, and a bathroom with a sink and toilet.

The Fort. Timaru

3.0 star property
Timaru Central, 0.8 km from Timaru Port
View
A balcony with a glass table and chairs, overlooking a coastal area with palm trees and a clear view of the sea.

Panorama Motor Lodge

3.0 star property
Timaru Central, 0.7 km from Timaru Port
View
A room with a leather sofa, sheer curtains, and a view of a balcony.

Harbour View Motel

2.5 star property
Maori Hill, 1 km from Timaru Port
View
8.0
Very good
850 reviews
9.8
Exceptional
19 reviews
7.6
Good
22 reviews
8.8
Excellent
142 reviews
9.2
Wonderful
130 reviews
The price is AU$134
includes taxes & fees
7 Nov - 8 Nov
The price is AU$199
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
The price is AU$107
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
The price is AU$168
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
The price is AU$165
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
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Our guide on where to stay in Timaru Port

Find the best Timaru Port areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A coastal city with a beach, a port with ships, and industrial buildings.

Timaru Central

If you're spending some time in Timaru Central, South Canterbury Museum and Te Ana Maori Rock Art Centre are top sights worth seeing.

Seaview

Though Seaview may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like South Canterbury Museum and Timaru Lighthouse.

Maori Hill

While visiting Maori Hill, you might make a stop by sights like Timaru Lighthouse and Ashbury Park.

Highfield

While Highfield isn't home to many top sights, Aigantighe Art Gallery and Ashbury Park are some notable places to visit nearby.

West End

While West End isn't home to many top sights, Aigantighe Art Gallery and South Canterbury Museum are some notable places to visit nearby.

Top Timaru Port Hotel Reviews

Recent Reviews in Timaru Port

Panorama Motor Lodge

Panorama Motor Lodge

10/10 Excellent
"Perfect location and lovely view. Very friendly and informative reception clerk. We opted to pay a small fee for breakfast. It was delivered to our room. Lovely stay."
Brian 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Panorama Motor Lodge

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Timaru Port?
Travellers will be sure to enjoy their time in Timaru's Timaru Port neighbourhood. Are you looking for Timaru Port travel tips? Make sure that you visit Caroline Bay Beach and Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden while you're in the neighbourhood.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Timaru Port, will I receive a refund?
Yes! Most hotel bookings are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view the top deals on offer in Timaru Port.
What is there to do around this Timaru neighbourhood?
A few attractions you might want to check out while you're in Timaru Port are Caroline Bay Beach and Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden. While you're out sightseeing in Timaru, make sure that you visit other sights such as Te Ana Maori Rock Art Centre or South Canterbury Museum.