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Anchor Motel

2.5 star property
Motel in Timaru with free parking

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Garden
Five Bedroom House | Balcony
Standard Studio | View from room
Five Bedroom House | Living area
Five Bedroom House | Private kitchen

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AU$104
includes taxes & fees
21 Sept - 22 Sept

Explore the area

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42 Evans St, Timaru, 7910
  • Caroline Bay Beach
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • South Canterbury Museum
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Timaru Public Hospital
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Timaru (TIU-Richard Pearse)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Room options

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King Studio | Private kitchenette

King Studio

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Microwave
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Two Bedroom Apartment | View from room

Superior Two Bedroom Apartment

Highlights

Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
  • 68 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 3 Twin Beds

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Two Bedroom Apartment

Two Bedroom Apartment

Highlights

Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
  • 68 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 3 Twin Beds

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Single Studio | Private kitchenette

Single Studio

Highlights

Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Microwave
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Studio | Private kitchenette

Standard Studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Microwave
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard One Bedroom

Standard One Bedroom

Highlights

Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Fridge
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Microwave
  • 48 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 3 Twin Beds

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Five Bedroom House | Balcony

Five Bedroom House

Highlights

Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Kitchen
Fridge
Dining table
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
  • 180 sq m
  • 5 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 11
  • 2 King Beds and 6 Twin Beds

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Deluxe One Bedroom

Deluxe One Bedroom

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Large One Bedroom Unit | View from room

Large One Bedroom Unit

Highlights

Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
  • 85 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 4 Twin Beds

View all photos for One Bedroom Family

One Bedroom Family

One Bedroom Family

Highlights

Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Kitchen
Fridge
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
  • 52 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 3 Twin Beds

About the area

Timaru

At Anchor Motel you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of Ashbury Park and Caroline Bay Beach. Highlights at this motel include free in-room WiFi. .This pet-friendly motel offers free WiFi in public areas, barbecues and tour/ticket assistance. Added amenities include laundry facilities and luggage storage. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Sights within a 15-minute walk of this Maori Hill motel include Timaru Lighthouse and Aigantighe Art Gallery.
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What's nearby

  • Caroline Bay Beach - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • South Canterbury Museum - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Ashbury Park - 1 min drive - 0.8 km
  • Timaru Public Hospital - 4 min drive - 3.3 km

Getting around

  • Timaru Station - 2 min drive
  • Timaru (TIU-Richard Pearse) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Burger King - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Coffee Culture - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Burgerfuel - ‬13 min walk

About this property

Anchor Motel

Motel in Timaru with free parking
Anchor Motel offers its guests barbecue grills, tour/ticket assistance, and laundry facilities. Public spaces have free WiFi. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Timaru motel.

  • 11 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 1940
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Smoking in designated areas
Anchor Motel offers 11 accommodations with blackout curtains. Fridges and microwaves are provided.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). 42-inch flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Family friendly

  • Dining table
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1940
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Dining table
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toaster

More

  • Heating
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:00 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 at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: NZD 10 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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.

  • Pet fee: NZD 10 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 per cent

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, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
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, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

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 Anchor Motel?

Anchor Motel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Anchor Motel?

As of 21 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Anchor Motel on 21 Sept 2025 start from AU$103.65, 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 Anchor Motel?

Yep, Anchor Motel has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Anchor Motel?

Yep, Anchor Motel is a short 6-minute walk from Caroline Bay Beach.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Anchor Motel?

No, Anchor Motel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Anchor Motel?

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

Anchor Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 64 out of 193 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 79 out of 193 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 36 out of 193 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 193 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 193 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Calvyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good ammenities and welcoming staff but spaces for toilet and shower a bit small for old people.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Alison

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Jennifer

Liked: Staff & service
Good space comfy bed, but no iron or ironing board, no tissues and terrible shower.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly service
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Joel

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jodie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

The bed is amazing in room 10

Very friendly check-in. The lady at reception was very nice and helpful with our questions being our first visit to Timaru. Walked to the lighthouse then to the penguins. Returned late at night and had an awesome sleep in a very comfortable warm bed. The room is not fancy but perfect for the price and you just need somewhere to sleep.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shirley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely greeting,clean and tidy room. Bit of road noise but to be expected on a main road.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

shane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Comfortable stay

Comfortable stay as described in room discription
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Ricky

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chirag

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roman

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place to stay in Timaru

Very nice small cabin with private bathroom, TV and comfy bed. There was a fridge, mic.owen and TV in the room as well as heating and heated matress. Everything I needed for a good one night stay in Timaru. Plus the staff was extremely nice and helpfull!!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

Toni

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Physically the room was what I expected. The poor rating relates to a lack of service during my stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ian D

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good victorian style building in nz's least famous seaside town. Came with electric blankets and heaters and it was a good toasty stay in a cold damp country.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check in was great. Great staff. Just very noisy with ten trucks going past.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

anthony

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great unit, friendly owners,
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The motel was clean but dated. The room had a double and 3 single beds which was obviously more than we needed so for a full family would have been excellent value for money. The bathroom was very dated with no shower soap or shampoo, just a bar of soap and a flannel. Its part of a back packers hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Dianne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice friendly people. Within walking distance to beach and town
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Dona and Barry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Timaru Summer School

Wonderful welcome, and farewell. Really comftable bed! Roomy Unit that had everything we needed for our stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

John

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Good location, nice big unit.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023