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Bay City Motor Lodge

3.0 star property
Motel with free parking, 8-minute walk to Caroline Bay Beach

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Superior Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Balcony | Living area
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Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Kitchen
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
The current price is AU$187
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov

Explore the area

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10-14 Evans Street, Timaru, 7910
  • Place, Caroline Bay Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Ashbury Park
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, South Canterbury Museum
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Timaru (TIU-Richard Pearse)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Studio, Accessible, Ground Floor

Standard Studio, Accessible, Ground Floor

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Blackout curtains
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Executive Studio, Balcony | Living area

Executive Studio, Balcony

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Deluxe Studio, Jetted Tub

Deluxe Studio, Jetted Tub

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Balcony

Superior Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Balcony

Superior Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Balcony

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Fridge
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 3 Twin Beds

View all photos for Classic Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Jetted Tub, Ground Floor

1 bedroom, pillow-top beds, desk, laptop workspace

Classic Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Jetted Tub, Ground Floor

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Blackout curtains
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Superior Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Balcony

Superior Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Balcony

Superior Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Balcony

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Mini-fridge
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Basic Studio

Basic Studio

Basic Studio

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Blackout curtains
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Classic Studio, Jetted Tub, Ground Floor

1 bedroom, pillow-top beds, desk, laptop workspace

Classic Studio, Jetted Tub, Ground Floor

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Blackout curtains
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

About the area

Timaru

At Bay City Motor Lodge you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden and Caroline Bay Beach. Highlights at this motel include free self-parking, and in-room kitchens and free WiFi. .This motel has free WiFi in public areas, express check-out and luggage storage. Additionally, you'll find laundry facilities and a front desk safe. Each morning continental breakfast is served between 6:00 AM and 9:00 AM. There's also the convenience of limited parking. .Places within a 15-minute walk of this 3-property class Maori Hill motel include Aigantighe Art Gallery and Ashbury Park.
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What's nearby

  • Caroline Bay Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Timaru Lighthouse - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Ashbury Park - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • South Canterbury Museum - 14 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • Timaru Station - 16 min walk
  • Timaru (TIU-Richard Pearse) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Burger King - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Coffee Culture - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Noodle Canteen - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Bay City Motor Lodge

Motel with free parking, 8-minute walk to Caroline Bay Beach
Bay City Motor Lodge offers its guests laundry facilities, express check-out, and a front desk safe. Public spaces have free WiFi. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Timaru motel.

  • 1 building
  • 13 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Smoking in designated areas
Bay City Motor Lodge offers 13 accommodations with a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board. This accommodation offers separate sitting areas and includes desks. Beds feature pillowtop mattresses. Accommodation at this 3-star motel has kitchens with stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. 55-inch Smart televisions come with premium satellite channels. Additionally, rooms include free toiletries and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking (max 1 space per unit)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: NZD 5 to 5 for adults and NZD 5 to 5 for children

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • High-pile carpet in room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch smart TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 7:30 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2.5 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 7:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 7:30 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.

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 5 to 5 for adults and NZD 5 to 5 for children
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.5 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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds, rollaway/extra beds and high chair
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and outdoor lighting
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds, rollaway/extra beds and high chair. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, Union Pay, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and outdoor lighting in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

National rating

Rating provided by Qualmark®, source of official star ratings for accommodation in New Zealand.

Property is also known as

Bay City Motor Lodge Timaru
Bay City Motor Timaru
Bay City Motor Lodge Motel
Bay City Motor Lodge Timaru
Bay City Motor Lodge Motel Timaru

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Bay City Motor Lodge?

Bay City 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 Bay City Motor Lodge?

As of 30 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bay City Motor Lodge on 12 Nov 2025 start from AU$186.58, 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 Bay City Motor Lodge?

Yep, Bay City Motor Lodge has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited (max 1 space per unit).

Are there any beaches close to Bay City Motor Lodge?

Yep, Bay City Motor Lodge is a short 8-minute walk from Caroline Bay Beach.

Does Bay City Motor Lodge serve breakfast?

Yep, continental brekkie is available daily from 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Bay City Motor Lodge?

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

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

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

Are pets allowed at Bay City Motor Lodge?

No, pets are not allowed.