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Baywatch Motor Lodge

4.0 star property
Beach motel in Timaru with free parking

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Accessible Studio with Seaview | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
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Four Bedroom Villa | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
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Four Bedroom Villa | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Baywatch Motor Lodge, in the heart of Maori Hill, offers a quiet retreat with a garden setting. Guests appreciate the practical touches like in-room WiFi, laundry facilities, and luggage storage. The tranquil atmosphere consistently earns praise from those who've stayed here.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included

Room options

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Four Bedroom Villa | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Four Bedroom Villa

Highlights

Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
4 bedrooms
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
  • 40 sq m
  • 4 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 10
  • 6 Twin Beds and 2 Queen Beds

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Accessible Two Bedroom Unit | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Accessible Two Bedroom Unit

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • 30 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Two Bedroom Suite - Upstairs | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Two Bedroom Suite - Upstairs

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • 30 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Upstairs Studio with Seaview | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Upstairs Studio with Seaview

Highlights

Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Microwave
Stovetop
  • 20 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Spa Two Bedroom Suite with Seaview | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Spa Two Bedroom Suite with Seaview

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Blackout drapes/curtains
Jetted bathtub
Hair dryer
  • 30 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Accessible Studio with Seaview | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Accessible Studio with Seaview

Highlights

Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Microwave
Stovetop
  • 20 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Studio with Seaview | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Studio with Seaview

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Jetted bathtub
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • 20 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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One Bedroom Suite | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

One Bedroom Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Economy Room

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Microwave
Stovetop
Electric kettle
Satellite channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Economy Studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Microwave
Stovetop
Electric kettle
Satellite channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Located near the beach, Baywatch Motor Lodge is in Maori Hill, a neighborhood in Timaru. South Canterbury Museum and Te Ana Maori Rock Art Centre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Botanical Gardens and Pleasant Point Museum and Railway.
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Map
7 Evans Street, Timaru, 7910

What's nearby

  • Caroline Bay Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Ashbury Park - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • South Canterbury Museum - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Timaru Public Hospital - 4 min drive - 1.8 miles

Getting around

  • Timaru Station - 17 min walk
  • Timaru (TIU-Richard Pearse) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Burger King - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Coffee Culture - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Noodle Canteen - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Baywatch Motor Lodge

Upscale motel located in Maori Hill
Baywatch Motor Lodge provides amenities like a garden and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self parking
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), free newspapers, and luggage storage
Room features
All guestrooms at Baywatch Motor Lodge include amenities such as free WiFi.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Free toiletries and hair dryers
  • Flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Microwaves, stovetops, and electric kettles

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  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: NZD 6 to 18 for adults and NZD 6 to 18 for children

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Direct access to the beach
  • Garden

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Stovetop

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 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 ahead of time 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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are available for NZD 10.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately NZD 6 to 18 for adults, and NZD 6 to 18 for children
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 10.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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 and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

Property is also known as

Baywatch Motor Lodge Timaru
Baywatch Motor Lodge
Baywatch Motor Timaru
Baywatch Motor
Baywatch Motor Lodge Motel
Baywatch Motor Lodge Timaru
Baywatch Motor Lodge Motel Timaru

Frequently asked questions

Is Baywatch Motor Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Baywatch Motor Lodge?

Self parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at Baywatch Motor Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Baywatch Motor Lodge?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Baywatch Motor Lodge located?

Offering direct access to the beach, this Maori Hill motel is within a 10-minute walk of Caroline Bay Beach and Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden. Ashbury Park and Aigantighe Art Gallery are also within 15 minutes. Timaru Station is 17 minutes by foot.

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