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A modern building with a covered porch, large windows, and outdoor seating.

A reception desk with a clock, a television, and a sign indicating the office is unattended.

A reception area with a closed door, a wheelchair accessibility sign, and a security camera above.

A compact hotel room with a kitchenette, a shower, and a large mirror.

1. The Waimate Lodges

Waimate

£90

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A hotel room with a large bed, a chair, a balcony with a view, and a window with curtains.

A compact kitchen with a microwave, sink, and cabinets.

A two-story house with a balcony, large windows, and an air conditioning unit.

A compact living space with a dining area, kitchenette, and a sofa.

2. Asure Ashley Motor Lodge

Kensington

Kyle

£84

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 Oct

A coastal building with balconies, labeled "COASTAL RIDGE TIMARU LUXURY ACCOMMODATION."

A modern apartment with a living room, dining area, and kitchen.

A hotel room with a large window offering a city view, a bed with a patterned pillow, and a chair.

A modern hotel room with a kitchen area, a dining table with chairs, and a view of the outdoors.

3. Coastal Ridge Apartments

Kensington

Sarah

£92

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A bar area with wooden flooring, a curved bar counter, and a variety of bottles and glasses on shelves.

A historic building with arched windows and a classic facade, likely a hotel, with a well-lit street in front.

A gaming area with a large screen, comfortable seating, and slot machines.

A hotel lobby with wooden doors, a glass table with a vase of flowers, and a colorful wall unit.

4. The Grosvenor

Timaru Central

Ants

£69

includes taxes & fees

7 Nov - 8 Nov

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a view of greenery outside.

A hallway leading to a room with a sliding glass door, a doormat with the text "It's you!", and a view of the outside through the door.

A compact kitchen with a sink, a microwave, and a refrigerator.

A balcony with a table and chairs, large sliding glass doors, and a clear view of the surrounding area.

5. ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge

Parkside

Rachael

£89

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A reception area with a glass door, a red door, and a stone pillar.

A compact kitchenette with a microwave, kettle, and a small refrigerator.

A dining area with a black table, white chairs, a framed picture on the wall, and a kitchen in the background.

A room with a bed, a desk with a laptop, a leather sofa, and a window with curtains.

6. Cedar Lodge Motel

Kensington

Lindsay

£74

includes taxes & fees

7 Nov - 8 Nov

A building entrance with a green door, two potted plants, and a small window above the door.

A hallway with a checkered floor, a staircase, and a sign indicating a meeting room.

A modern kitchen with a wooden table, stainless steel appliances, and a large window offering a view of the outside.

A conference room with a wooden table and black chairs, two pendant lights, a door, and a window with a view of a building.

7. The Fort. Timaru

Timaru Central

Wayne

£56

includes taxes & fees

7 Nov - 8 Nov

A neatly made bed with patterned bedding and a dark-colored pillow.

A building with multiple garages and a red staircase leading to a balcony.

A small, compact living space with a kitchenette, a sofa, a television, and a patterned rug.

A motel sign with a 'No Vacancy' notice, a digital TV service sign, and a price range for rooms.

8. Aaron Court Motel

Maori Hill

mark

£45

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

A balcony with a glass table and chairs, overlooking a coastal area with palm trees and a clear view of the sea.

A modern kitchen with a built-in microwave, a sink, and a painting of a forest.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a TV.

A modern room with a large window, a dining area, and a kitchen.

9. Panorama Motor Lodge

Timaru Central

Ele

£88

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A compact kitchen with a microwave, stove, and sink. There is a clock on the wall and a window with blinds.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a microwave, and a small kitchenette.

An outdoor seating area with wicker chairs and a round table, a brick wall, and a glass door leading to a parking lot.

A modern living room with a TV, two leather chairs, a coffee table, and a kitchen in the background.

10. Aspen on King Motel

Parkside

Rodney

£101

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a balcony with a view.

A reception area with a wooden counter, a clock, a framed picture, and a desk with a computer and various items.

A modern room with a dining table, chairs, a sofa, a TV, and a balcony with a view.

A hotel room with a bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a chair, and a window with curtains.

11. Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge

Maori Hill

Robyn

£99

includes taxes & fees

31 Oct - 1 Nov

A room with a circular window overlooking a beach, a lamp, and a bed with pillows.

A living room with a large window, a sofa, a coffee table, and a wall-mounted artwork.

A modern room with a round table and six chairs, a bed, a small bedside table, and two framed pictures on the wall.

A sign welcoming to SEA BREEZE with a NO VACANCY message.

12. The Sea Breeze

Timaru Central

Kurt

£99

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 Oct

A compact kitchen with a central island, a sink, and a stove. There are two bar stools and a dining table.

A compact living space with a kitchenette, a dining area, a seating area with a coffee table, and a television.

An outdoor deck with a glass-top table and metal chairs, surrounded by a wooden fence.

A compact hotel room with a kitchenette, a sofa, a small table, and a TV.

13. Anchor Motel

Maori Hill

Frances

£64

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a TV on a stand, a desk with a chair, and a window with curtains.

A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a chair. There is a painting on the wall and a window with curtains.

A parking lot with a building in the background.

A balcony with a glass table and metal chairs, overlooking a parking area and trees.

14. Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru

Waimataitai

Zoe

£61

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

A conference room with tables and chairs, large windows, and a view of the outdoors.

A reception area with a glass desk, a vase with flowers, and a sign reading "Comfort Hotel".

A modern waiting area with comfortable seating, large windows, and a reception desk.

A hotel room with two beds, a dining table, a ceiling fan, and a large window with a view.

15. Comfort Hotel Benvenue

Maori Hill

Helen

£57

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A building with a sign indicating a vacancy.

A motel sign indicating a vacancy, with an entrance via Pringle St.

A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a small kitchenette, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

A compact living space with a kitchenette, a dining area, and a seating area with a sofa and chairs.

16. Ashbury Park Motel

Waimataitai

Jared

£70

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A room with a leather sofa, sheer curtains, and a view of a balcony.

A modern office space with two transparent chairs and a black desk.

A modern kitchen with a dining area, featuring a central island, dark cabinetry, and a stainless steel range hood.

A modern building with a flat facade, a small garden area with rocks and plants, and a parking lot with a white car.

17. Harbour View Motel

Maori Hill

Thomas

£89

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a desk, and a view of the street.

A serene pond surrounded by lush greenery and trees.

A covered garden area with a central fountain, surrounded by benches and well-maintained hedges.

A beach with clear turquoise water and a sandy shore.

18. Bay City Motor Lodge

Maori Hill

Nick

£76

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a view of the beach.

A table with a bottle of red wine and two wine glasses.

A coastal residential area with houses, a sandy beach, and people engaging in water activities.

A patio with a bench and potted plants, overlooking a beach and ocean.

19. Baywatch Motor Lodge

Maori Hill

Nicola

£90

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 Oct

A modern hotel room with a sofa, a small bed, a TV, and a balcony with a view.

A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a window with curtains, and a view of greenery outside.

A kitchen with a stainless steel refrigerator, a microwave, and an oven.

20. The Coast Motel

Maori Hill

Julie

£71

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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Top Otaio Hotel Reviews

Asure Ashley Motor Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Well above expectations. Great to have 2 separate bedrooms. Very spacious unit. Highly recommend."

Baywatch Motor Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Very nice villa with plenty of room and beds. Would happily book there again. And very reasonably priced."

The Sea Breeze

10/10 Excellent

"Great location, lovely modern and clean room with friendly staff"

Comfort Hotel Benvenue

8/10 Good

"All good"

ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"N/a"

Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"The hostess was extremely informative, friendly and accommodating. The complex is centrally located, just off SH1 and there is very little noise during the night. It is easy to get around Timaru."

Anchor Motel

10/10 Excellent

"Lovely for solo travellor"

Coastal Ridge Apartments

8/10 Good

"J"

Bay City Motor Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room, great view from top floor and nice to be close to mai centre."

More cheap stays in Otaio

Aaron Court Motel

27 Evans St Timaru Canterbury

£45

28 Oct - 29 Oct

includes taxes & fees

6.8/10 (143 reviews)

Anchor Motel

42 Evans St Timaru

£64

11 Oct - 12 Oct

includes taxes & fees

8.2/10 Very good! (233 reviews)

Harbour View Motel

8 Evans Street Timaru SOUTH ISLAND

£89

28 Oct - 29 Oct

includes taxes & fees

9.2/10 Wonderful! (129 reviews)

The Waimate Lodges

5-7 Timaru Road Waimate

£90

13 Oct - 14 Oct

includes taxes & fees

Fitzgerald on King

7-9 Princess Street Timaru

£98

7 Nov - 8 Nov

includes taxes & fees

9/10 Wonderful! (78 reviews)

The Sea Breeze

28 The Bay Hill Timaru Canterbury Region

£99

16 Oct - 17 Oct

includes taxes & fees

9.8/10 Exceptional! (19 reviews)

Frequently asked questions

What is the best area to stay in Otaio?

The best area to stay in Otaio is the Otaio Valley itself, particularly around the Otaio River.This area is generally rural, characterised by rolling hills, farmland, and the natural beauty of the Otaio River flowing through it. Accommodation options often consist of secluded lodges, farm stays, or boutique retreats that offer privacy and direct access to the natural surroundings. It's a place where you can enjoy the quiet of the countryside.Couples looking for a peaceful escape will find the Otaio Valley ideal. Many lodges here offer private settings, often with views of the valley or river, making them superb for a relaxing break away from the hustle and bustle. Activities like gentle walks along the riverbanks or simply unwinding in a tranquil setting are readily available.For those seeking a quiet retreat, the Otaio Valley provides an excellent base. The focus here is on relaxation and connection with nature, with opportunities for stargazing, birdwatching, or simply enjoying the expansive landscape.

When is the best time to go to Otaio?

The best time to go to Otaio is during the summer months, from December to February, when the weather is warm and sunny, superb for outdoor activities.Couples looking for an active holiday will find this period ideal. You'll be able to enjoy hiking and cycling through the scenic landscapes of the Otaio Gorge or along the nearby coastline. The warmer temperatures also make it pleasant for exploring the local vineyards and enjoying outdoor dining at the area's excellent restaurants.Solo travellers seeking adventure and natural beauty will also appreciate the summer. With longer daylight hours, there's more time to explore the walking tracks, try some fishing in the Otaio River, or simply relax on the beaches.

Can I cancel my hotel reservation on Expedia?

You can cancel your hotel reservation on Expedia, though it depends on the cancellation policy of your booking. Most bookings are refundable if canceled within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. Be sure to check your booking confirmation for the exact cancellation policy. If free cancellation is available, you can cancel directly through your Expedia account by logging in, going to "My Trips", and selecting your reservation. To find flexible deals, filter your search by "Fully refundable property" for hotels in Otaio.

How much is the nightly rate at a Otaio hotel?

Prices for hotels in Otaio often vary, but you can find a great deal from £45 on Expedia. All sorts of factors affect price, such as the time of year or the days of the week you choose for your stay. Find the best deals by being flexible with your dates, and sort search results by "Price: low to high" for the cheapest rate.

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Our top choices for Otaio hotels

1. The Waimate Lodges

2. Asure Ashley Motor Lodge

3. Coastal Ridge Apartments

4. The Grosvenor

5. ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge

6. Cedar Lodge Motel

7. The Fort. Timaru

8. Aaron Court Motel

9. Panorama Motor Lodge

10. Aspen on King Motel

11. Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge

12. The Sea Breeze

13. Anchor Motel

14. Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru

15. Comfort Hotel Benvenue

16. Ashbury Park Motel

17. Harbour View Motel

18. Bay City Motor Lodge

19. Baywatch Motor Lodge

20. The Coast Motel

Top Otaio Hotel Reviews

Asure Ashley Motor Lodge

Baywatch Motor Lodge

The Sea Breeze

Comfort Hotel Benvenue

ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge

Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge

Anchor Motel

Coastal Ridge Apartments

Bay City Motor Lodge

More cheap stays in Otaio

Aaron Court Motel

Anchor Motel

Harbour View Motel

The Waimate Lodges

Fitzgerald on King

The Sea Breeze

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