Spacious motel accommodation in Timaru within easy walking distance to Caroline Bay, Timaru City Centre, and a selection of restaurants and bars as well as Tennis Centre, CB Aquatic Complex and the Aigantighe Art Gallery.
Guests can enjoy stunning panoramic views at this modern 15-unit motel, conveniently located in the heart of Timaru. Some units offer breathtaking views of Caroline Bay and the Pacific Ocean, making it a top choice for accommodation in Timaru.
Our motor lodge is about 2 hours and 10 minutes south of Christchurch. You can easily do day trips to Lake Tekapo and Mt Cook, while enjoying the comfort of a stay in our Timaru accommodation.
Accommodation at Baywatch
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Our motel caters for both family and corporate clients, comprising of deluxe suites including studios, honeymoon suites with spa baths and executive suites. Choose our venue for your accommodation needs in Timaru.
We also have 1 and 2-bedroom units plus a 4-bedroom villa, perfect for all types of stays in Timaru accommodations.
All units have their own kitchen facilities and some with awesome views of Caroline Bay and the Pacific Ocean.
All 15 of our delightfully spacious motel unit’s feature:
- Kitchenettes or Full kitchen facilities
- Showers or spa baths
- Sky TV Channels including Sport & Movies
- Comfortable beds with electric blankets
- Wheelchair accessible unit
- Heater
- Hairdryer
- Cooked/continental/light breakfasts available
- Complimentary newspaper
- Off-street parking
- Non-smoking units
- Visa, most major credit cards, EFTPOS
- Corporate workstations with WiFi
- On-site laundry
- Families welcome
- Central location to all amenities, shops, restaurants, etc
- Sunny site
- Inspection welcome
- Experienced friendly owners
- FREE WIFI
Fax available via the reception area, and the laundry features full laundry facilities, as well as filtered water. All units are serviced daily and are non-smoking.
Dog Friendly Accommodation Timaru
Our accommodation is dog friendly with quiet rooms and privacy. We are located in the heart of Timaru, close to all the ideal places for pet-friendly accommodation in Timaru. There is easy access to local parks, dog walking tracks and Caroline Bay (which dogs can access in the winter months). T&C apply – Pet must be approved prior to stay with all up to date vaccinations required.
Timaru Attractions
This busy coastal South Island port and holiday resort is a gateway to the mountains, lakes and rivers of the Central South Island. The town is known for its elegant Victorian and Edwardian buildings, made of volcanic bluestone. Timaru’s focal point is beautiful Caroline Bay. This well-equipped and safe swimming beach is bordered by a 20ha reserve which has children’s playgrounds, gardens, tennis courts, an aviary, a skating rink and plenty of carparking.
Every Christmas/New Year the beach hosts Timaru’s popular summer carnival – three weeks of fun and frivolity. The region’s history can be explored at the South Canterbury Museum or wander through the Aigantighe Gallery or Timaru’s lovely Botanic Garden. Activities in the Timaru district include horse riding, mountain biking, golf and fishing. In winter there are several ski fields within reach – try heli-skiing or glacier skiing for something a bit different.
Awards
Baywatch Motor Lodge has been granted the Booking.com Awards for 2024.
We are proud to have received this award as it represents all the hard work we have put in to providing the highest quality accommodation. We of course think that Baywatch is one of the very best Motels in New Zealand but to have that confirmed by our wonderful guests is extremely satisfying. We would like to thank everyone who has stayed at our accommodation in Timaru and look forward to welcoming those who wish to visit in the future.
Our Location
Looking for accommodation in Timaru with the perfect central base? Baywatch Motor Lodge places you right in the heart of South Canterbury, just steps from Caroline Bay and close to many top attractions.
While staying with us, you can easily explore local highlights such as the CBay Swimming Complex, the historic Landing Services Building, the Aigantighe Art Gallery, the South Canterbury Museum, and the renowned Timaru rose gardens.
Our Timaru motel is also ideally located for day trips to some of the South Island’s most popular destinations:
- Dunedin – 197 km south
- Christchurch – 164 km north
- Aoraki / Mt Cook – 203 km west
- Queenstown – 330 km southwest
- Lake Tekapo – 104 km west
- Oamaru – 84 km south
Whether you’re here for a short stay or an extended holiday, Baywatch Motor Lodge offers comfort, convenience, and one of the best places to stay near Caroline Bay.
