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Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru

3.5 star property
Motel in Timaru with free parking

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One Bedroom Family Unit with Kitchen
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Balcony
One Bedroom Family Unit with Kitchen | Living room
Exterior

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Laundry room
  • Housekeeping
  • Kitchen
The current price is AU$129
includes taxes & fees
8 Feb - 9 Feb

Explore the area

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65-67 Evans Street, Timaru, 7910
  • Place, Ashbury Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Caroline Bay Beach
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, South Canterbury Museum
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Timaru (TIU-Richard Pearse)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Room options

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

2 Bedroom Apartment with Kitchen & Spa Bath

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Private indoor hot tub
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Kitchen
Fridge
Dining table
LCD TV
Portable fan
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 3 Single Beds and 1 Queen Bed

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One Bedroom Family Unit with Kitchen | Living area

One Bedroom Family Unit with Kitchen

Highlights

Balcony
Private indoor hot tub
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Dining table
LCD TV
Portable fan
  • Park view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Single Beds and 1 King Bed

View all photos for One Bedroom Unit with Kitchen

Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

One Bedroom Unit with Kitchen

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Private indoor hot tub
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Dining table
LCD TV
Portable fan
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 King Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

King Studio with Spa Bath

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Private indoor hot tub
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Dining table
LCD TV
Portable fan
Separate bath and shower
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Queen Studio with Spa Bath

Queen Studio with Spa Bath

Highlights

Private indoor hot tub
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Dining table
LCD TV
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double or Twin Room, Multiple Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Private indoor hot tub
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Dining table
LCD TV
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

About the area

Timaru

Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru places you steps from Ashbury Park and within a 10-minute stroll of Caroline Bay Beach. Highlights at this motel include free self-parking, and in-room kitchens and indoor private hot tubs. .This motel offers free WiFi in public areas, a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services. Additionally, you'll find laundry facilities and luggage storage. There's also the convenience of free extended parking. .Sights within a 15-minute walk of this Waimataitai motel include Timaru Lighthouse and Aigantighe Art Gallery.
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What's nearby

  • Ashbury Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Timaru Lighthouse - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Caroline Bay Beach - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden - 14 min walk - 1.3 km
  • South Canterbury Museum - 4 min drive - 3.3 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Burger King - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Kfc - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Benny's Again! Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Coffee Culture - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Sopheze - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru

Motel in Timaru with free parking
Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru offers its guests a garden, laundry facilities, and dry cleaning/laundry services. WiFi is free in public spaces. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star Timaru motel.

  • 14 guestrooms or units
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Garden
  • Smoking in designated areas
Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru offers 14 accommodations with indoor private hot tubs and coffee/tea makers. Accommodation at this 3.5-star motel has kitchens with fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include a separate bath and shower with a deep soaking bath, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. 32-inch LCD televisions come with satellite channels. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and portable fans. 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

  • Free extended parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Things to do

  • Playground

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
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

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
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

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

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.

  • 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 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 major credit cards, debit cards and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a security system
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. This property accepts major credit cards, Visa, Mastercard, debit cards and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a security system in all accommodation.

National rating

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

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru?

Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru?

As of 7 Feb 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru on 8 Feb 2026 start from AU$128.78, 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 Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru?

Yep, Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru has a free self car park and free extended parking.

Are there any beaches close to Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru?

Yep, Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru is a short 9-minute walk from Caroline Bay Beach.

Are there hot tubs in the rooms at Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru?

Yep, all rooms come with private hot tubs.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru?

No, Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru?

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

Are pets allowed at Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru?

No, pets are not allowed.

Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 112 out of 255 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 107 out of 255 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 22 out of 255 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 255 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 255 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes lovely soft bed
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Lynne, rangiora

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Stanislavs

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clark

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the kitchen area. It made our stay so much easier. There was also a great laundry room. It was nice having clean clothes again 😌
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

ANN

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a very short stay for us very happy with our accommodation.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Tony

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Robert

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
This is a value property…a bit dated, you need patience with the shower and a fair bit of road noise for a non-city person.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Che

Travelled with family and small children
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Photos provided wasnt the same to the room i was in could only have a 10 min shower then have no hot water couldnt run a hot spa bath, no complimentary milk, black mould on all backing of curtains and around window sills and door frames glass. When booking total was $420 for 2 adults 3 kids then was told to pay $180 extra for the kids to stay, bed was hard as a rock, heaters didnt provide much heat but was ok, limited towels told to reuse towels. Havw taken photo's and will be taking the matter further
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Nick

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I’m just happy
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Ross

Good motel
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Kay

Business traveller
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Friendly check-in and was upgraded to larger room . Was ok . Very dated property and could do with upgrade otherwise all ok for a one night stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

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

8/10 Good

Jen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Spa jets should be at other end, can’t lie back & relax, taps are in the way. Still enjoyed it though. Very clean, beautiful unit. Very quiet & peaceful. Thank you, Jen & Robbie
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was amazing stay with the spa bath👍
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Ruci

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Gayle

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very tidy condition and very friendly staff. It really needs modernizing as still in the 80s era. Over all tho a nice experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paula

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

Happy with our choice

Warm comfy unit,full kitchen which is always a bonus. Clean and tidy, will stay again
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Staff & service
Convenient to everything
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

David

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lee-Anne

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Offered everything we needed for the night.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025