Baywatch Motor Lodge

4.0 star property
Beach Timaru motel in Maori Hill with free parking
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
December 2024
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Accessible Studio with Seaview
Studio with Seaview
Four Bedroom Villa
Four Bedroom Villa
Beach

Reviews

8.6 out of 10

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
    Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
    Housekeeping
  • Laundry
    Laundry
  • Parking included
    Parking included
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
7 Evans Street, Timaru, 7910
  • Caroline Bay Beach
    2 min walk
  • Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden
    7 min walk
  • Ashbury Park
    10 min walk
  • Timaru (TIU-Richard Pearse)
    14 min drive

Room options

Four Bedroom Villa

Highlights

Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
4 bedrooms
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 10
  • 6 Single Beds and 2 Queen Beds

Accessible Two Bedroom Unit

Highlights

Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

One Bedroom Suite Upstairs - Unit 6

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Microwave
Stovetop
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

One Bedroom Suite

Highlights

Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Spa Two Bedroom Suite with Seaview

Highlights

Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Blackout curtains
Jetted bath
Hairdryer
  • 30 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

Accessible Studio with Seaview

Highlights

Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Microwave
Stovetop
  • 20 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Two Bedroom Suite - Upstairs

Highlights

Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

Upstairs Studio with Seaview

Highlights

Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Microwave
Stovetop
  • 20 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Studio

Highlights

Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Microwave
Stovetop
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Studio with Seaview

Highlights

Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Jetted bath
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • 20.0 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Timaru

Baywatch Motor Lodge places you steps from Caroline Bay Beach and within a 10-minute stroll of Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden. Highlights at this beach motel include free in-room WiFi. .This motel offers free WiFi in public areas, a garden and free newspapers in the lobby. Additionally, you'll find laundry facilities and luggage storage. Each morning continental breakfast is served between 7 AM and 9:00 AM. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Places within a 15-minute walk of this 4-property class Maori Hill motel include Ashbury Park and Aigantighe Art Gallery.

What's nearby

  • Caroline Bay Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Ashbury Park - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Timaru Lighthouse - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Timaru Public Hospital - 3 min drive - 2.7 km

Getting around

  • Timaru Station - 17 min walk
  • Timaru (TIU-Richard Pearse) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Burger King - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Kfc - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Columbus Coffee - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Coffee Culture Timaru - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Arthur St Cafe - ‬18 min walk

About this property

Baywatch Motor Lodge

Beach Timaru motel in Maori Hill with free parking
Baywatch Motor Lodge offers its guests a garden, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and laundry facilities. Public spaces have free WiFi. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Timaru motel.

  • 15 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Garden
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Smoking in designated areas
Baywatch Motor Lodge offers 15 accommodations with a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board. Flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Additionally, rooms include free toiletries and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: NZD 6 to 18 for adults and NZD 6 to 18 for children

Family friendly

  • Cot (surcharge)
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Direct access to the beach
  • Garden

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Cot (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for NZD 10.0 per night.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately NZD 6 to 18 for adults and NZD 6 to 18 for children
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 10.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our ratings system.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Baywatch Motor Lodge?

Baywatch Motor Lodge offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Baywatch Motor Lodge?

As of 21 Nov 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Baywatch Motor Lodge on 27 Nov 2024 start from NZ$187.17, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Baywatch Motor Lodge?

Yep, Baywatch Motor Lodge has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Baywatch Motor Lodge?

Yep, Baywatch Motor Lodge is a short 2-minute walk from Caroline Bay Beach.

Is Baywatch Motor Lodge family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities, as well as cots/infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Baywatch Motor Lodge is a hit with families.

Does Baywatch Motor Lodge serve breakfast?

You bet, continental brekkie is offered daily between 7 AM and 9:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Baywatch Motor Lodge?

No, Baywatch Motor Lodge does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Baywatch Motor Lodge?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Baywatch Motor Lodge?

No, pets are not allowed.

Baywatch Motor Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 55 out of 99 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 27 out of 99 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 99 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 99 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 99 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Richard

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and helpful staff. Great view of the waterfront
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Holiday
Comfortable & great location
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chirag

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great view of bay from room 15 . Perfect 2 bedroom and living space for 3 people. No road noise. Train noise not significant for us. Warm and cosy on a cold day.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

4/10 Poor

John

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice clean place but noisy.
Very noisy location. Highway one side. Train track on the other. But I reckon most if not all motels in Timaru suffer highway noise.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay. Overlooking the bay and sea. Railway noise insignificant despite overlooking the line . No road noise despite being on SH1. Accidentally left items behind- very helpful hosts solved the problem. Great location walking to beach by and town. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous view of Caroline Bay! Clean and you can walk up just a few blocks to a nice restaurant. Spacious sea view room.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Moira

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely spot but the noise from running taps of other rooms constantly woke us up. Right on the train but that did not bother us as only a few a day.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

John

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great outlook very comfortable bed and facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tom

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great front of house service and extremely comfortable beds
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
friendly helpful owners/management. A parking space specifically for my motel. Warm with a great view.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sueann

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was cold and the heater was broken it would only work on the lowest heat. Not enough blankets on the bed. Poorly maintained
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly Welcome. Lovely room and great outdoor area
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Great view of the port. There is a train track nearby
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2021

8/10 Good

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rob, Christchurch

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome service from arrival until checkout. Great view
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2020

8/10 Good

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
orking port view !
A bit of a walk to town center, the gardens and beach are a sort walk and fun to stroll on your way to town center. The train runs just below your window, didn’t interrupt sleeping.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

Chun-Kuei

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
recent stay
Very helpful staff and convenient location
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019