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Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Self-parking included
  • Kitchenette
  • Washing machine
  • Garden
  • Internet access
  • Cots available
The current price is NZ$154
includes taxes & fees
22 May - 23 May

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40 Evans Street, Timaru
  • Place, Ashbury Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Caroline Bay Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Aigantighe Art Gallery
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Timaru (TIU-Richard Pearse)
    ‪16 min drive‬

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Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Apartment 6)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Single Beds and 2 Double Beds

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Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Apartment 5)

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 7
  • 3 Single Beds, 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Living area

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (Apartment 7)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchen (I Bdrm Apartments 2,3,& 4)

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchen (apartment 9)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Single Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Living area

Standard Studio, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Excec. Studio Apartment)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Living area

Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Apartment 1)

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Single Beds and 1 Queen Bed

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Living area

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Apartments 8 &10)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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About the area

Timaru

Located near the beach, Blue Dolphin Motel is in Maori Hill, a neighbourhood in Timaru. Ashbury Park and Caroline Bay Beach reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Botanical Gardens and Pleasant Point Museum and Railway. Looking to get your feet wet? Snorkelling, windsurfing and fishing adventures can be found near the property.
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What's nearby

  • Ashbury Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Caroline Bay Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Timaru Lighthouse - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Aigantighe Art Gallery - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • South Canterbury Museum - 18 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Burger King - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Kfc - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Sopheze - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪The Bay Hill - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Old Bank Cafe And Bar - ‬16 min walk

About this property

Blue Dolphin Motel

This smoke-free apartment building features WiFi in public areas, dry cleaning and laundry facilities. Self parking is free. Other amenities include a garden. Each apartment provides a TV with cable channels, plus a kitchenette with a fridge, a stovetop and a microwave. Added amenities include a washing machine, WiFi and a coffee/tea maker. Housekeeping is not available.
Blue Dolphin Motel offers 11 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and free toiletries. Accommodation at this 3.5-star apartment has kitchenettes with fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include baths or showers.

This Timaru apartment provides wireless Internet access for a surcharge. Cable televisions are provided.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 9:30 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 3 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 9:30 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 9 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 15.0 per day.
Cots (infant beds) are available for NZD 5.0 per day

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for in-room wireless Internet: NZD 2 per day (rates may vary)
  • Fee for wireless Internet in public areas: NZD 2 per day (rates may vary)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 5.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 15.0 per day
  • 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

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; cash is not accepted
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards

National rating

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

Frequently asked questions

Is Blue Dolphin Motel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Blue Dolphin Motel?

As of 4 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Blue Dolphin Motel on 22 May 2026 start from NZ$154, 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 Blue Dolphin Motel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Blue Dolphin Motel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 9:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Blue Dolphin Motel?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Does Blue Dolphin Motel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle.

Where is Blue Dolphin Motel located?

Located in Maori Hill, this apartment building is within a 10-minute walk of Ashbury Park, Timaru Lighthouse and Aigantighe Art Gallery. Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden and South Canterbury Museum are also within 1 mile (2 km). Timaru Station is 27 minutes by foot.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

Blue Dolphin Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 54 out of 170 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 76 out of 170 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 25 out of 170 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 170 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 170 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Check-in

9.0/10

Communication

8.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
Lovely place to stay clean roomspace waz excellent
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jia-Chang

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
Nice rooms with full equipped kitchenware.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Meral

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Great location. Clean rooms and everything you need in the kitchen.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Douglas

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great location and good transport options
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great place, good bang for your buck. We had a 2 story family room that was really comfortable. It's a bit on the older side, but in good shape! We really enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Bridget

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
It was close to town and cosy & warm when we arrived.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Carthik

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Staff could be a bit more friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barrie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We stayed for one night. The owner was really pleasant & helpful with Laundry room. Very clean and comfortable. Good seats for relaxing.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Gillian

Liked: Cleanliness, communication
Room was well resourced although couldn’t find an iron or ironing board- comfortable and clean
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nice room lovely owners will definitely be going back there Thank you Blair,Aimee and the 3 lil terrorist kids
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Philippa

Liked: Cleanliness
Great value for money
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

4/10 Poor

Sue

Disliked: Communication
Have stayed here before, found the unit dated, shower, toilet area very old, requires modernisation
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Clean & Tidy, Staff helpful, easy walk to town, restaurants, Beach. would recommend it to anyone visiting Timaru.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Yvonne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
Handy to Town Centre. Had everything we needed. Would stay again
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Budget option for Timaru, friendly host and spacious two-bedroom unit. Odd placement of the only bathroom - an en suite of the main bedroom. Adequate kitchen with plenty of dishes. Showing its age and budget style but fine for an overnight stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Price was very reasonable so over all it was a very good stay, the 2 bedroom unit was very comfortable and the managers were very helpful, would stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

a great choice in timaru

great value motel, loads of room, close to park/beach.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Nice, clean, easy parking, easy walk into town. I would recommend this place.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Vivienne

Liked: Cleanliness, communication
It was comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kimmy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We love staying here! Its our third time now and they never disappoint!! Will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Comfortable beds, cleanliness of rooms
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Nice clean room and upstairs and downstairs bedroom. Was very nice to stay here.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carole

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
We were near the beach and able to walk to the botanical gardens. We stopped to eat on the way back. Room was spotlessly clean. Bed was very comfortable. Good facilities.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautifully clean, warm and comfy
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Comfortable, clean and cosy
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024