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About the Hotel

8 Evans Street, Timaru, New Zealand, 7910
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Close to Caroline Bay Beach
Great
8.8
9.4
/10
3.0
4.5
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Centrally located 2.5 km from Sacred Heart Bacilica Church, the 4-star Harbour View Motel Timaru features a private art gallery. The motel also provides Wi-Fi available in public areas.

Location

This Timaru hotel boasts prime location a short way from the Aigantighe Art Gallery. The South Canterbury Museum is situated around a 25-minute walk from the accommodation.

Nature lovers will appreciate the proximity to Caroline Bay Beach, which is 450 metres away. The Harbour View Timaru is 10 minutes by car from the Centennial Park.

For those travelling from afar, Richard Pearse airport is 20 minutes' drive away.

Rooms

This modern hotel has 14 rooms with a seating area. A flat-screen TV with satellite channels along with coffee and tea making equipment are provided. Bathrooms, equipped with a separate toilet and a shower, also feature hair dryers and towels.

Eat & Drink

The café The Grindhouse Cafe lies only 1.9 km from Harbour View Motel.

Must-do experiences

  • Stroll the Timaru Botanic Gardens for stunning floral displays.
  • Savor fresh fish and chips at the iconic Caroline Bay Takeaways.
  • Visit the Aigantighe Art Gallery for impressive local artworks.
  • Explore the historic Timaru Port and watch the boats come in.
  • Don't miss the Saturday Farmers' Market for local produce and crafts.
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Harbour View Motel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
King Studio
2 persons
325 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
Double or Twin Studio
2 persons
325 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
One-Bedroom Suite
2 persons
435 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
One-Bedroom Suite Spa Bath
2 persons
435 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
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Facilities

Harbour View Motel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
Facilities: Perfect
9.0/10Review score

General

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Parking
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • No pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Wheelchair access
  • Security
  • Luggage storage
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key access

Sports & Fitness

  • Hiking

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Services

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry

Business

  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots

Facilities for people with disabilities

  • Toilet for disabled
  • Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

  • Beach access

Room features

  • Free Wi-Fi in rooms
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Sitting area
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Dining table
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Sink

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Bedroom

  • Electric blankets

Media

  • Flat-screen TV

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Harbour View Motel Location

8 Evans Street, Timaru, New Zealand, 7910
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8 Evans Street, Timaru, New Zealand, 7910
Nearby
Gallery
Aigantighe Art Gallery
1600 ft
Beach
Caroline Bay
1700 ft
Restaurants
Cactus Fire
1.4 mi
Bay Hill
Bullock Restaurant & Bar
1.3 mi
109 Sophia Street
Saikou Teppanyaki & Whisky Bar
1.2 mi
4A Sefton St East
The Grindhouse Cafe
1.2 mi
333 Stafford Street
Coffee Culture Timaru
1.1 mi
306 Stafford Street
JB's Cafe Ballantynes Timaru
1.1 mi
314 stafford Street Timaru
Zest
1.0 mi
4A Elizabeth Place
Replenish Cafe
1.2 mi
287 Stafford Street
Richard Pearse Family Restaurant
4700 ft
118 Le Cren St
Getting around
City Centre
Timaru15 min  ·  4000 ft
Airports
Richard Pearse Airport (TIU)18 min  ·  7.2 mi
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 14:00-20:00
Check-out
from 05:00-10:00
Guest Parking
Private parking is possible on site for free.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in the hotel rooms for free.
Breakfast
A full breakfast is served at the price of NZD 13.90 per person per day. 
Children & extra beds
There are no extra beds provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Number of rooms:
14

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about Harbour View Motel from previous guests about their experience.
Review score
Based on 203 verified reviews
8.7/10
Great
93%
Recommend
Breakfast
10.0/10
Cleanliness
9.3/10
Comfort
9.3/10
Facilities
9.0/10
Free Wi-Fi
8.3/10
Location
9.0/10
Paid Wi-Fi
8.3/10
Staff
9.1/10
Value for money
8.9/10
Guest reviews
based on 462 reviews
8.8/10
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