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Comfort Hotel Benvenue

3.5 star property
Hotel in Timaru with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Dining
Efficiency, Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking
Lobby
Efficiency, Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking
Lobby

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Gym
  • Breakfast available
  • Parking available
  • Business services
The current price is AU$137
includes taxes & fees
31 Jan - 1 Feb

Explore the area

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16 - 22 SH1 (Evans Street), Timaru, 7910
  • Place, Caroline Bay Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Ashbury Park
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, South Canterbury Museum
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Timaru (TIU-Richard Pearse)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Efficiency, Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Minibar, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Efficiency, Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

Standard Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

Standard Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Efficiency, Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

Efficiency, Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

Efficiency, Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Executive Suite

Minibar, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Executive Suite

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Suite

Family Suite

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Timaru

At Comfort Hotel Benvenue you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden and Ashbury Park. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, a bar/lounge and a conference centre. .This business-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas and a fitness centre, and has a business centre. Added amenities include laundry facilities, dry cleaning/laundry services and free newspapers in the lobby. Cooked-to-order breakfast is available on weekdays between 6:30 AM and 9:00 AM. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Places within a 15-minute walk of this 3.5-property class Maori Hill hotel include Aigantighe Art Gallery and Timaru Lighthouse.

What's nearby

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

Getting around

  • Timaru Station - 2 min drive
  • Timaru (TIU-Richard Pearse) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Burger King - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Kfc - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Benny's Again! Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Coffee Culture - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Sopheze - ‬15 min walk

About this property

Comfort Hotel Benvenue

Hotel in Timaru with restaurant and bar/lounge
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A business centre and meeting rooms are available.

WiFi is free in public spaces. A fitness centre, tour/ticket assistance, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby are also featured at the business-friendly Comfort Hotel Benvenue. Parking is available for a fee.

  • 30 guestrooms or units
  • Conference rooms
  • Conference centre
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Comfort Hotel Benvenue offers 30 accommodations with minibars and coffee/tea makers. Digital televisions are provided. Bathrooms include a shower, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and complimentary weekday newspapers. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and a ceiling fan. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site (NZD 5 per night)
  • RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Weekday cooked-to-order breakfast available 6:30 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: NZD 10 to 25 for adults and NZD 10 to 25 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Gym

Family friendly

  • In-room cot
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Conference centre
  • Meeting rooms

More

  • Banquet hall

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Free weekday newspapers
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 20

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 10 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 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination
COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 20 and older; guests must have received complete COVID-19 vaccination at least 1 days prior to check-in
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
The hotel restaurant is closed on all public holidays.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 21.00 per night.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

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 cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately NZD 10.00 to 25.00 for adults and NZD 10.00 to 25.00 for children
  • Self-parking fee: NZD 5 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 21.00 per night

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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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, American Express and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination. The COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 20 and over; guests must have received their complete COVID-19 vaccination at least 1 days prior to check-in. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice) guidelines.

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children aged 12 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

National rating

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities and services.

Property is also known as

Benvenue Hotel
Comfort Benvenue
Comfort Benvenue Timaru
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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Comfort Hotel Benvenue?

Comfort Hotel Benvenue offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Comfort Hotel Benvenue?

As of 28 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Comfort Hotel Benvenue on 31 Jan 2026 start from AU$137.01, 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 Comfort Hotel Benvenue?

Yep, Comfort Hotel Benvenue has a self car park for NZD 5 per night. A self car park is also available, for a fee.

Are there any beaches close to Comfort Hotel Benvenue?

The closest beach to Comfort Hotel Benvenue is Caroline Bay Beach (0.7 km).

Is Comfort Hotel Benvenue family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Comfort Hotel Benvenue is a hit with families.

Does Comfort Hotel Benvenue serve breakfast?

Yeah, cooked-to-order breakfast is offered on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 9:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Comfort Hotel Benvenue?

No, Comfort Hotel Benvenue does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Comfort Hotel Benvenue?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Comfort Hotel Benvenue?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Comfort Hotel Benvenue?

No, pets are not allowed.

Comfort Hotel Benvenue Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 50 out of 172 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 63 out of 172 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 37 out of 172 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 21 out of 172 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 172 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Quick stop Good service and clean rooms. Propert getting a little tired but still good
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ange

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great spot for a stop over on the way home.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Thanks for the stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Garry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
would stay again
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Craig

Business traveller
Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Chris, Whanganui

Business traveller
Budget accommodation slightly over priced for location and quality
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

andrew

accessibility onto shower for older guests
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Farhanaaz

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Qing

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
friendly service
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Michael

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wifi was not great, air was not greatest old school fan on roof still hot in room when it was on, noisy could hear people talking in hallway easy and when doors other rooms were closing there doors you could hear traffic on main road dont think windows are double glazed. Room was not ckeaned properly when we arived found 1 packet of unopened chips under bed and a pack of lollies behind a heater.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Kathleen Tracee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
good location
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Shane

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very run down and out dated for the price
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Bobby, invercargill

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Allister

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
it was alright, close to town and bay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joubert

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Vicky

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly and helpful receptionist. Clean and tidy room, with great sea view.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Nadine

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Geoffrey

Business traveller, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place. Clean tidy and conveniently located. Good carpark. Staff were attentive. Chef was very good at meal prep. Can recommend the lamb and the butter chicken!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Peter

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Close to kids park
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brett

Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Brent

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amritpal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Recommended
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Charlotte

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

Good location - fab breakfast

One night stay here. Convenient location, however a bit noisy next to the main road. But then again all motels in this town are next to the main road. Remember ear plugs! Breakfast was great. Staff were amazing, very welcoming
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024