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Baywatch Motor Lodge

4.0 star property

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a view of the beach.
Accessible Studio with Seaview
Studio with Seaview
Restaurant
Beach

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry room
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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7 Evans Street, Timaru, 7910
  • Place, Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Caroline Bay Beach
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, South Canterbury Museum
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Timaru (TIU-Richard Pearse)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Room options

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Four Bedroom Villa

Four Bedroom Villa

  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 10
  • 6 Single Beds and 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Accessible Two Bedroom Unit

Accessible Two Bedroom Unit

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with two beds, a wooden door, a nightstand, and a lamp.

Two Bedroom Suite - Upstairs

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a large window, a TV, a desk, a sofa, and a bed.

Upstairs Studio with Seaview

  • Sea view
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Spa Two Bedroom Suite with Seaview

Spa Two Bedroom Suite with Seaview

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Accessible Studio with Seaview

Accessible Studio with Seaview

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sea view
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Studio with Seaview

Studio with Seaview

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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One Bedroom Suite

One Bedroom Suite

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a desk, and a wardrobe.

Standard Studio

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Baywatch Motor Lodge

Laundry facilities, free newspapers, and a garden are available at this motel. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided.
Baywatch Motor Lodge offers 15 accommodations with hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. Flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary toiletries and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

During your stay at Baywatch Motor Lodge, you're just a quick walk from Caroline Bay Beach. Free WiFi in public areas, free self parking, and breakfast (surcharge) are available.
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self parking
  • Continental breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Amenities include free lobby newspapers and laundry facilities
  • Steps from Caroline Bay Beach and 7 minutes by foot from Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden
Baywatch Motor Lodge offers its guests a garden, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and laundry facilities. Public spaces have free WiFi. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Timaru motel.

For a fee, guests can enjoy continental breakfast daily from 7 AM to 9:00 AM.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

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

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: NZD 15 to 15 for adults and NZD 15 to 15 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 lift

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
  • Hob
  • Microwave

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 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

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 9:30 PM
Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with 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
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.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for NZD 10.0 per night.

Payment types at the property

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 15 to 15 for adults, and NZD 15 to 15 for children
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 10.0 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

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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
The front desk at this property is open daily from 7:00 AM - 9:30 PM.
To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property at least 24 hours prior to arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests will receive an email 48 hours before arrival with check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

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

Baywatch Motor Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 74 out of 127 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 31 out of 127 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 14 out of 127 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 127 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 127 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room immaculate, hosts lovely
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

AG

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very friendly welcome lovely room with great sky Tv.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Duncan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shannon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kirsty

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great location!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gayla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice view of the Bay from my upstairs Seaview room; the staff is very kind and willing to help.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

DP

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The view from the room was marvellous and is close to walkway to Caroline Park.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Simone

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Warm and friendly Hosts, Gorgeous Dog!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Grant

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good place close to town, great views.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stuart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very clean and we were very happy with the awesome view
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great service, excellent location and great views. Very clean and tidy will definitely book again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jane

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great view and spacious
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

DEREK

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

1 night stay

2nd visit. Lovely place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Phill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great staff. Fantastic shower pressure. Very clean and great Bay view
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great outlook very comfortable bed and facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Holiday

Comfortable & great location
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and helpful staff. Great view of the waterfront
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hosts at the Baywatch are amazing. Lively, fun, informative and mad a great hot breakfast brought to our room. The view was beautiful to the ocean. Great park nearby. Wonderful stay and will come again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous view of Caroline Bay! Clean and you can walk up just a few blocks to a nice restaurant. Spacious sea view room.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Theuns

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The friendly staff. Facility is great, we will recommend and will re-stay. The toilet fills every hour which was a bit annoying during the night.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay. Overlooking the bay and sea. Railway noise insignificant despite overlooking the line . No road noise despite being on SH1. Accidentally left items behind- very helpful hosts solved the problem. Great location walking to beach by and town. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Ahmad Zamri

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nice place. Bathroom is not my preference. Dual tap and dial knob for shower. For $200 bucks and you have to pay for internet is too much.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great view of bay from room 15 . Perfect 2 bedroom and living space for 3 people. No road noise. Train noise not significant for us. Warm and cosy on a cold day.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Xiao

Liked: Staff & service
NA
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025