Bay City Motor Lodge

2.5 star property
Timaru motel in Maori Hill with free parking

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Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Living area
Front of property
Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Living area
Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Private kitchen
Reception
Reviews
8.2

Very good

Popular amenities

  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi

Explore the area

Map
10-14 Evans Street, Timaru, 7910
  • Popular LocationCaroline Bay Beach8 min walk
  • Popular LocationAshbury Park11 min walk
  • Popular LocationTimaru Public Hospital3 min drive
  • AirportTimaru (TIU-Richard Pearse)13 min drive

Room options

Studio, Ground Floor

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Classic Studio

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Executive Studio, Balcony

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Deluxe Studio, Jetted Tub

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Studio

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Detached private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
2 bedrooms
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 3 Single Beds

Apartment, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Single Beds

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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 in-room WiFi. .This motel has free WiFi in public areas, luggage storage and a front desk safe. Additionally, you'll find laundry facilities. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Sights within a 15-minute walk of this Maori Hill motel include Aigantighe Art Gallery and Ashbury Park.

What's nearby

  • Caroline Bay Beach - 8 min walk
  • Ashbury Park - 11 min walk
  • Timaru Lighthouse - 12 min walk
  • South Canterbury Museum - 13 min walk
  • Timaru Public Hospital - 3 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Le Cren Street Takeaways - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Sukhothai Thai Restaurant & Bar - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Speights Ale House - ‬17 min walk

About this property

Bay City Motor Lodge

Timaru motel in Maori Hill with free parking
As a guest of Bay City Motor Lodge, you'll find laundry facilities and a front desk safe. Public spaces have free WiFi. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Timaru motel.

  • 12 guestrooms or units
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Smoking in designated areas
Bay City Motor Lodge offers 12 accommodations with a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board. This accommodation offers separate sitting areas. 55-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels and Netflix. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and microwaves.

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 uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping

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
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 55-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 7:30 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 7:30 PM
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and outdoor lighting
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. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, 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.

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 5 June 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bay City Motor Lodge on 16 June 2024 start from AU$154.83, 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.

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.

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.

Bay City Motor Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 58 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 23 out of 58 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 58 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 58 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 58 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Harry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Renata

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good! Like always
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Renata

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very good place
Very good accommodation. Unfortunately the guest in front of my room were super loud and not respectful. Although not really the motel fault.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

R D

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Place was pleasant. Unfortunately roadworks going on in the area and losing power in the morning. Would have been nice to have been advised of the power outage so that we could have made a cuppa and not feel like we had no choice but to check out early
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Renata

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Renata

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Only downside is the roadwork.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Neville

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and tidy, also convenient, only spoilt by road works restricting access to the property.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robyn Anne

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy and close spot to walk to beach and town
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pip

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely friendly owner. Convenient location, tidy unit with everything we needed.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023