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Highest rated hotelBay Viaduct Motor Lodge – 4.7
Average 4 star hotel price$183 per night

Your guide to finding the best hotels in Timaru, New Zealand

Make the most of your time in Timaru by finding a hotel that suits your needs. We’ve created a list of some of Timaru's best hotels, from luxurious to more modest hotels.

Best time to visit Timaru

Timaru is an interesting destination any time of year, but depending on your interests and what you're hoping to do, some times may be better than others. Low and high season in Timaru

Busiest month(s): October sees the most visitors to Timaru, which means the average price per night reaches $171. If you’re travelling during this time, budget for higher costs than quieter seasons, when average nightly prices fall to $142.

Quietest month(s): Enjoy savings on hotel rooms and avoid peak season prices by visiting in July, when the average rate per night average is $142.

The most expensive month to stay in Timaru is October, when you should be prepared to spend around $171 on your hotel. Throughout the year, weekend rates hover around $146 per night, and peak on Saturday. During the week, you’ll spend on average $146 for a night’s stay, while Monday is usually the cheapest day of the week to book a room.

Where to stay in Timaru

With Skyscanner, it's easy to find the best Timaru hotels at a rate you want. The best-rated hotels in Timaru

If you're looking to enjoy the absolute best of the city, book one of its top-rated hotels.

Popular hotels in Timaru

The ASURE Ashley Motor Lodge, Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge, Timaru TOP 10 Holiday Park, Aspen On King, and Grosvenor Hotel are just some of the hotels available to you in Timaru, providing plenty of services and amenities to make your stay a comfortable one.

Things to do in Timaru

At the center of the city, enjoy well-known attractions and things to do like the Famlan Farm Park. Food lovers will find authentic local cuisine, creative spins on classics, and flavors from around the globe at spots like Bay Hill Brewery Bar, The Oxford, Zest, The Speight’s Ale House, and Coffee Culture Timaru.

Finding cheap hotels in Timaru: FAQs

In Timaru, the expected average temperature in June is 7°C. The warmest month is typically February, which averages 19°C. The coolest month is July, with temperatures averaging 4°C. The rainiest month is December, and the driest month is September.
You can always cancel or amend your hotel reservation if you need to, but look out for hotels in Timaru with free cancellation or flexible booking options if you want to protect your money. Some hotels allow you to cancel and get your money back if your plans change.
Of course - the cheapest hotel deal we found within the next seven days is $83 per night. If you need somewhere in the next 24 hours, we've found you somewhere to stay for $83 per night.
The average price of a hotel during the week is $160 per night, and the average price on weekends is $162. Overall, it looks like the cheapest day to stay in Timaru could be Friday.
The nearest airport to Timaru is Timaru Airport (TIU), which is 10.7km from the city centre.
We crunched some numbers on our calendar and found that Friday is the cheapest day to stay in Timaru. And the most expensive day seems to be Wednesday
The average price of a 3-star hotel in Timaru is currently around $141 per night. And the cheapest 3-star hotel we found is $85 per night.
The average price of a 4-star hotel in Timaru is currently around $193 per night. And the cheapest 4-star hotel we found is $106 per night.
If you're hitting up Timaru with kids in tow, try Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru, or Asure Ashley Motor Lodge.