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Panorama Motor Lodge

3.0 star property
Travelers relax in the spa tub or soak up sunshine on outdoor furniture at this peaceful lodge with scenic views of Timaru Central

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Panorama Motor Lodge offers a tranquil retreat overlooking Timaru Central. Guests can unwind in the soothing spa tub or enjoy breakfast outdoors with a view. The lodge provides free in-room WiFi to stay connected and convenient luggage storage for easier travel.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry room
  • Housekeeping
The current price is £93
includes taxes & fees
26 Mar - 27 Mar

Room options

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Studio | Blackout curtains, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Studio

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Superior One Bedroom Suite | Balcony view

Superior One Bedroom Suite

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • Bay view
  • 409 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Two Bedroom Suite | Blackout curtains, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Two Bedroom Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 603 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Single Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed

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Deluxe One Bedroom Suite | Blackout curtains, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe One Bedroom Suite

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • Bay view
  • 409 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Accessible studio | Blackout curtains, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Accessible studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Sauna studio | Blackout curtains, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Sauna studio

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Internal studio | Blackout curtains, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Internal studio

  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
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About the area

Located in Timaru Central, a neighbourhood in Timaru, Panorama Motor Lodge is in the entertainment district and near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Caroline Bay Beach and Ashbury Park, while South Canterbury Museum and Te Ana Maori Rock Art Centre are cultural highlights. Botanical Gardens and Pleasant Point Museum and Railway are also worth visiting. Visit our Timaru travel guide
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52 The Bay Hill, Timaru, 7910

What's nearby

  • One of the many sights in New Zealand, this rose garden is found in Timaru, a small town in the south island of New zealand
    Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Caroline Bay Beach
    7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • South Canterbury Museum
    10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Ashbury Park
    11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Timaru Lighthouse
    11 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Timaru Station
    11 min walk
  • Timaru (TIU-Richard Pearse)
    16 min drive

Restaurants

  • Burger King
    4 min walk
  • Kfc
    20 min walk
  • Sopheze
    8 min walk
  • Old Bank Cafe And Bar
    6 min walk
  • The Bay Hill
    1 min walk

About this property

Panorama Motor Lodge

Motel located in Timaru Central
A terrace, laundry facilities and a hot tub are just a few of the amenities provided at Panorama Motor Lodge. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self-parking
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), outdoor furniture and luggage storage
Room features
All guest rooms at Panorama Motor Lodge have amenities, such as free WiFi, dining tables and sound-insulated walls.
More amenities include:
  • Heating and fans
  • Bathrooms with hairdryers and shampoo
  • 40-inch flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, fridges and microwaves

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: NZD 17.50 for adults and NZD 17.50 for children

Things to do

  • Hot tub

Family friendly

  • Dining table
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

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
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • 2 floors
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

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

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Fan
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 3 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 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 at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance 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

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 30.0 per night.
Cots (infant beds) are available for NZD 30.0 per stay

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately NZD 17.50 for adults and from NZD 17.50 for children
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 30.0 per stay
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 30.0 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3 per cent

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
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Panorama Motor Lodge TIMARU
Panorama Motor TIMARU
Panorama Motor
Panorama Motor Lodge Motel
Panorama Motor Lodge Timaru
Panorama Motor Lodge Motel Timaru

Frequently asked questions

Is Panorama Motor Lodge pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Panorama Motor Lodge?

As of 20 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Panorama Motor Lodge on 26 Mar 2026 start from £93, 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 Panorama Motor Lodge?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Panorama Motor Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Panorama Motor Lodge?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Panorama Motor Lodge located?

Located in Timaru Central, this motel is within a 10-minute walk of Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden and South Canterbury Museum. Caroline Bay Beach and Te Ana Maori Rock Art Centre are also within 15 minutes. Timaru Station is 11 minutes by foot.

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Reviews

Panorama Motor Lodge Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.2

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 68 out of 126 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 38 out of 126 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 16 out of 126 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 126 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 126 reviews

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Rosie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and comfortable and great central location
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice apartment with sea view. Washing machine facilities on site. Lovely hosts. Choice of bars/restaurants next door. Easy walk to see blue penguins at dusk. Would be happy to stay here for a week.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Sue

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was in a great location walking distance to restaurants and town
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Highly recommend staying here, Gorgeous views, spacious rooms, everything you need. will definitely stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Liz

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good facilities, clean, welcoming
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Reece

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great spot
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Only stayed one night but excellent room with a nice view and very spacious. Great location and easy walk to drinking and dining options.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place, very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shaaron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The accommodation was very convenient to town and restaurants at the end of carpark over road to Carolyn bay just excellent. Was a wonderful view and lady was very helpful and friendly and made a lovely continental breakfast, recommend to all
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Good location

The location was very good.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Sammie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
nice location, walkable to the little penguins, which we unfortunately missed.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good place to stay in Timaru Centerally located
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location for the sea and restaurants, good kitchen, very well set up.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Iain B

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
One night transit stay. Room needs refresh. furniture old. Value for money. Goos location with good restaurants located in front of motel
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vicki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Well maintained and spacious with good heating and other facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Terrific accomodation! Very friendly and efficient receptionist. Large apartment with beautiful bay view and balcony. Free on-site parking. Laundry room for guests. Excellent restaurants located next to Panorama Motor Lodge property. Bonus:"Bay Hill" park across the street provides huge area for safe jogging and recreation/relaxation. We were especially thrilled to see several Blue Penguins march onto shore during nesting season. Highly recommend this property!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and modern. We loved the kitchenette!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gustaf

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location and views. Several restaurants in the same block. Nice walk downtown.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ole

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

Great place!

A very nice place indeed. Great location with lots of bars and restaurants within walking distance. Friendly and professional crew. We loved it!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rob

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

Service beyond your usual.

Super helpful service even called me post checkout offering to courier a jacket to us that we'd left behind in the room. Good operators.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Eve

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Location good Rooms noisy by road
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and convenient
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenience of getting to many areas, shopping dinning etc.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

Thanks for a good stay

Good stay for an overnight trip in Timaru. Bed was beautifully firm and towels were nice and fluffy. Good that we had a kitchen space to meal prep for further travel days. Location was perfect for Caroline bay , a little road noise but it didn’t worry us.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Denyse

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location but very noisy traffic overnight. Room was well equipped and very comfortable. Would also benefit from compendium in the room with info on local area, instructions re heater operation etc.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024