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Bay City Motor Lodge

★★★★ 10-14 Evans Street , Timaru, Timaru, NZ

8.6 guest rating· 713 reviews

About this hotel

Convenient Location

Located just 700 metres from Caroline Bay Beach, Bay City Motor Lodge in Timaru offers a perfect blend of comfort and convenience.

Modern Amenities

Enjoy free WiFi, free private parking, and well-equipped rooms with kitchenettes including a fridge, microwave, and stovetop. Some rooms even boast a balcony with a city view.

Travel-Friendly Services

With a 4-star rating, the motel provides luggage storage space and is situated only 10 km from Richard Pearse Airport, ensuring a hassle-free stay.

Book your stay at Bay City Motor Lodge now for a memorable experience!

Rooms & rates

Studio with Spa Bath

Sleeps 3 · 30 m² · Twin bed, Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchenette

Two-Bedroom Apartment with Sea View

Sleeps 5 · 50 m² · Twin bed, Queen bed

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchenette

Classic Studio, Jetted Tub, Ground Floor

Sleeps 3 · 30 m² · King bed, Twin bed

  • Desk
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchen
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee

Classic Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Jetted Tub, Ground Floor

Sleeps 4 · 40 m² · King bed, 2× Twin bed

  • Desk
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Jetted bathtub

Two-Bedroom Apartment with Balcony

Sleeps 5 · 50 m² · Twin bed, Double bed

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchenette

Apartment with Balcony

Sleeps 5 · 50 m² · Twin bed, Queen bed

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchenette

Studio - Disability Access

Sleeps 3 · 30 m² · Twin bed, Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchenette

Studio with Balcony

Sleeps 3 · 30 m² · Twin bed, Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchenette

Deluxe Suite with Spa Bath

Sleeps 2 · 30 m²

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchenette

Two-Bedroom Apartment

Sleeps 6 · 50 m² · Twin bed, Queen bed

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchenette

Amenities

  • WiFi available
  • Free Parking
  • Accessible parking
  • Private parking
  • Beach
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Designated smoking area
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Fax/photocopying
  • Heating
  • Invoice provided
  • Laundry
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  • Luggage storage
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Smoke alarms
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible

Location

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10-14 Evans Street , Timaru, Timaru, NZ

Check-in
from 02:00 PM to 09:00 PM
Check-out
until 10:00 AM

What guests say8.6713 reviews

+ Comfortable beds+ Friendly staffNo liftNoise from the street
Cleanliness8.2
Service9.2
Location9.2
Room Quality8.6
Amenities8.2
Value for Money8.6

Guest review

10.0

People were great. Spacious. Everything worked well.

Couch was not very comfortable.

James · US · 2026-07-20

Great

10.0

Wonderful friendly lady , very helpful and very welcoming.

Judith · NZ · 2026-07-19

Guest review

8.0

The lights in the lounge and bedrooms were insufficient for reading. The unit could sleep 6 people but there were only 2 cereal bowls .!

Cairns · NZ · 2026-07-14

Guest review

9.0

Great location and very comfortable

Michelle · NZ · 2026-07-13

Great

9.0

Location and space

Maybe a toilet brush supplied would be nice just so you can make sure loo is clean for the next user!! An odd request I know.

Mary · NZ · 2026-07-12

Perfect for my needs, warm clean and comfortable

9.0

The location

Dellwyn · NZ · 2026-06-23

Good to know

Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

A deposit may be required at the property.

Internet

WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Parking

Free private parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is needed).

Children and extra bed policy

Children of any age are allowed.

Children up to and including 2 years old stay for NZD 30 per person per night when using an available cot.

Children up to and including 17 years old stay for NZD 30 per person per night when using an existing bed.

People 2 years old and over stay for NZD 30 per person per night when using an available extra bed.

Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.