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Anchor Motel

2.5 star property
Timaru motel in Maori Hill with free parking

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Anchor Motel

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Garden
Five Bedroom House | Balcony
Standard Studio | Laptop workspace, blackout curtains, free rollaway beds, free WiFi
One Bedroom Unit - Sleeps 5 | Laptop workspace, blackout curtains, free rollaway beds, free WiFi
One Bedroom Unit - Sleeps 5 | Bathroom | Towels, soap, shampoo, toilet paper

Overview of Anchor Motel

Reviews
8.0

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping
The price is £94
Price available on 4/5/2024

Check out the area

Map
42 Evans St, Timaru, 7910
  • Popular LocationCaroline Bay Beach6 min walk
  • Popular LocationSouth Canterbury Museum17 min walk
  • Popular LocationTimaru Public Hospital3 min drive
  • AirportTimaru (TIU-Richard Pearse)13 min drive
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Room options

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King Studio | Laptop workspace, blackout curtains, free rollaway beds, free WiFi

King Studio

Highlights

Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Two Bedroom Apartment | Laptop workspace, blackout curtains, free rollaway beds, free WiFi

Superior Two Bedroom Apartment

Highlights

Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Blackout curtains
  • 732 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 3 Single Beds

View all photos for Two Bedroom Apartment

Two Bedroom Apartment | Laptop workspace, blackout curtains, free rollaway beds, free WiFi

Two Bedroom Apartment

Highlights

Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Blackout curtains
  • 732 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 3 Single Beds

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Single Studio | Private kitchenette | Fridge, microwave, electric kettle, toaster

Single Studio

Highlights

Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Standard Studio

Standard Studio | Private kitchenette | Fridge, microwave, electric kettle, toaster

Standard Studio

Highlights

Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • 226 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Bedroom (Unit 9)

Standard Room, 1 Bedroom (Unit 9) | Laptop workspace, blackout curtains, free rollaway beds, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 Bedroom (Unit 9)

Highlights

Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Fridge
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • 517 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed and 3 Single Beds

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Five Bedroom House | Balcony

Five Bedroom House

Highlights

Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Kitchen
Fridge
Dining table
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
5 bedrooms
  • 1938 sq ft
  • Sleeps 10
  • 2 Queen Beds and 6 Single Beds

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One Bedroom Unit - Sleeps 3 | View from room

One Bedroom Unit - Sleeps 3

Highlights

Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
  • 452 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Large One Bedroom Unit | View from room

Large One Bedroom Unit

Highlights

Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
  • 915 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 4 Single Beds

View all photos for One Bedroom Unit - Sleeps 5

One Bedroom Unit - Sleeps 5 | Laptop workspace, blackout curtains, free rollaway beds, free WiFi

One Bedroom Unit - Sleeps 5

Highlights

Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Kitchen
Fridge
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
  • 560 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 3 Single Beds

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About the area

Timaru

Located near the beach, Anchor Motel is in Maori Hill, a neighbourhood in Timaru. South Canterbury Museum and Geraldine Vintage Car and Machinery Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Timaru Lighthouse and Tuhawaiki Point Lighthouse. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing.
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What's nearby

  • Ashbury Park - 6 min walk
  • Caroline Bay Beach - 6 min walk
  • Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden - 11 min walk
  • South Canterbury Museum - 17 min walk
  • Timaru Public Hospital - 3 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Le Cren Street Takeaways - 17 min walk
  • McDonald's - 9 min walk
  • Burger King - 12 min walk
  • Sukhothai Thai Restaurant & Bar - 13 min walk
  • Speights Ale House - 2 min drive

About this property

Anchor Motel

Motel located in Maori Hill
Anchor Motel provides laundry facilities and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self-parking
  • Luggage storage, tour/ticket information and barbecues
Room features
All guest rooms at Anchor Motel have comforts, such as laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and dining tables.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Bathrooms with shampoo
  • 42-inch flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
  • Fridges, microwaves and toasters

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Family friendly

  • Dining table
  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1940
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free rollaway/extra bed

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Dining table
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toaster

More

  • Heating
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of NZD 10 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Free rollaway/extra beds!

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: NZD 10 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

National rating

This property does not have a Qualmark® rating. For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our ratings system.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is Anchor Motel pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of NZD 10 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at Anchor Motel?

As of 25 Apr 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Anchor Motel on 4 May 2024 start from £93.86, 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.

How much is parking at Anchor Motel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Anchor Motel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Anchor Motel?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is Anchor Motel located?

Located in Maori Hill, this motel is within a 10-minute walk of Ashbury Park, Caroline Bay Beach and Timaru Lighthouse. Aigantighe Art Gallery and Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden are also within 15 minutes. Timaru Station is 20 minutes by foot.

Anchor Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 52 out of 171 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 74 out of 171 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 33 out of 171 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 171 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 171 reviews" "

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

anthony

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great unit, friendly owners,
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Dianne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice friendly people. Within walking distance to beach and town
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Dona and Barry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Timaru Summer School
Wonderful welcome, and farewell. Really comftable bed! Roomy Unit that had everything we needed for our stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

John

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Good location, nice big unit.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, thank you
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Falekakala

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Joel

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Pip

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Needs a bit of TLC
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Perry

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

6/10 Okay

sebastian

Travelled with family, Business traveller, Travelled with group
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Smelly
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023