Anchor Motel | Hotel in Timaru

| 7.7 (410 Reviews) | Pet Friendly 11 Bathrooms 44 Guests

Hotel in Timaru

Anchor Motel & Timaru Backpackers offers self-contained accommodations just 5 minutes’ walk from Caroline Bay Beach. Our motel is centrally located and we offer spacious and fully equipped units for you to enjoy. From a Single Studio, Standard Studio, One Bedroom Units to Two Bedroom Apartments, we're sure to have something to suit everyone. Timaru town center is less than 5 minutes’ drive from Anchor Motel & Timaru Backpackers. Free off-street car parking and secure garage space are available. Guests have access to a shared laundry, luggage storage and free barbecue facilities.

Anchor Motel is located in Timaru.

This 12 Bedrooms Hotel is suitable for tourists and travelers. It has several amenities that would guarantee your comfort. These amenities include: Internet, Laundry, Parking, and several others. This is a 3 star rated property and has over 410 reviews with the average score of 7.7 . Coming to Timaru and needing a place to stay? Be it for work or for leisure, consider staying at this Hotel for your next visit, you will surely love it.

You can check the reviews and description of this 12 Bedrooms Hotel if you want to learn more about this BachRentals place in Timaru. These details are authentic, as they are provided by our partner, booking.com.

This Anchor Motel in Timaru is well equipped and has all facilities that have been listed below. Please note that these details were shared to us by booking.com for the listed “Anchor Motel”. We solely rely on their shared details and are regarded as “accurate”. If you have any concerns about the information or accuracy describing this Hotel, please let us know.

42 Evans Street, Timaru, 7910, New Zealand

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Parking

Pet Friendly

Designated Smoking Area

Security/Safety

Sports/Activities

Fireplace/Heating

Guest Services

Breakfast

Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking

Child Friendly

Internet

Laundry

Facility Overview

Breakfast

Breakfast in the room

Parking

Private Parking

Free parking

Parking

Parking on site

Activities

Golf course (within 2 miles)

General

Pet friendly

Wifi in all areas

Non-smoking rooms

Designated smoking area

Family rooms

Heating

Guest Services

Baggage storage

Daily housekeeping

Laundry

Fax/Photocopying

Internet

Wifi

Free Wifi

Internet

Outdoors

BBQ facilities

Security/Safety

Key access

Fire extinguishers

Smoke alarms

Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay

Guest accommodation disinfected between stays

Linens, towels, and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines

All plates, cutlery, glasses, and other tableware sanitized

Food can be delivered to guest accommodation

Delivered food covered securely

Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and common areas

First aid kits available

Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities

Cashless payment available

Policies

Check-in

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation

Pet Policy

Pets are allowed upon request and charges may apply.

Guests arriving outside front desk opening hours are kindly requested to inform the hotel in advance. contact details can be found in the booking confirmation.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.

Reviews

Value for money:

7.95

Location:

8.31

Staff:

8.8

Facilities:

7.39

Comfort:

7.9

Cleanliness:

8.1

christopher

Apr 17, 2026 07:00:00 AM

Review Score: 10

Australia

Reviewer Type: Solo Traveller

Travel Purpose: leisure

Positive: Fantastic accommodation, the lady was extremely helpful and the room was a great little hut.

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Room Arrangement

Room Info	Facilities
King Studio Room Type: Studio Room Size: 35 m² 1 King bed(s) Bed	Bathroom Shower, Toilet, Shampoo, Free toiletries, Conditioner, Towels, Toilet paper, Body soap, Private bathroom Media & Technology Satellite channels, TV, Flat-screen TV Kitchen Refrigerator, Electric kettle, Microwave, Kitchenette, Toaster, Dining table, Kitchenware, Stovetop General Private entrance, Electric blankets, Carpeted, Key access, Trash cans, Smoke Alarm, Heating Living Area Sofa Bedroom Linens, Alarm clock, Childrens' cribs Accessibility Upper floors accessible by stairs only Room amenities Socket near the bed View Inner courtyard view
Standard Studio Room Type: Studio Room Size: 21 m² 1 Queen bed(s) Bed	Bathroom Shower, Toilet, Shampoo, Free toiletries, Conditioner, Towels, Toilet paper, Body soap, Private bathroom Media & Technology Satellite channels, TV, Flat-screen TV Kitchen Refrigerator, Electric kettle, Microwave, Kitchenette, Toaster, Dining table, Kitchenware, Stovetop General Private entrance, Electric blankets, Carpeted, Key access, Trash cans, Smoke Alarm, Heating Bedroom Linens, Alarm clock, Childrens' cribs Accessibility Upper floors accessible by stairs only, Entire unit located on ground floor Room amenities Socket near the bed View Inner courtyard view
One-Bedroom Apartment (Sleeps 3) Room Type: Apartment Room Size: 42 m² 1 Twin bed(s) Bed 1 King bed(s) Bed	Bathroom Shower, Toilet, Shampoo, Free toiletries, Conditioner, Towels, Toilet paper, Body soap, Private bathroom Media & Technology Satellite channels, TV, Flat-screen TV Kitchen Refrigerator, Electric kettle, Microwave, Kitchenette, Toaster, Dining table, Kitchenware, Stovetop General Private entrance, Electric blankets, Carpeted, Key access, Trash cans, Smoke Alarm, Heating Living Area Sofa, Dining area Bedroom Linens, Wardrobe or closet, Alarm clock, Childrens' cribs Accessibility Upper floors accessible by stairs only, Entire unit located on ground floor Room amenities Socket near the bed, Fold-up bed View Inner courtyard view
Superior Two-Bedroom Apartment Room Type: Apartment Room Size: 68 m²	Bathroom Shower, Toilet, Conditioner, Shampoo, Free toiletries, Hairdryer, Towels, Toilet paper, Body soap, Private bathroom Media & Technology Satellite channels, TV, Flat-screen TV Kitchen Refrigerator, Electric kettle, Microwave, Kitchenette, Toaster, Kitchen, Dining table, Kitchenware, Oven, Stovetop Outdoors Balcony General Private entrance, Electric blankets, Carpeted, Key access, Trash cans, Ironing facilities, Smoke Alarm, Heating Living Area Sofa, Dining area Bedroom Linens, Wardrobe or closet, Alarm clock, Childrens' cribs Accessibility Upper floors accessible by stairs only Room amenities Socket near the bed, Fold-up bed View Inner courtyard view
One-Bedroom Apartment (sleeps 5) Room Type: Apartment Room Size: 52 m² 3 Twin bed(s) Bed 1 Queen bed(s) Bed	Bathroom Shower, Toilet, Shampoo, Free toiletries, Conditioner, Towels, Toilet paper, Body soap, Private bathroom Media & Technology Satellite channels, TV, Flat-screen TV Outdoors Balcony Kitchen Refrigerator, Electric kettle, Microwave, Toaster, Kitchen, Dining table, Kitchenware, Oven, Stovetop General Private entrance, Electric blankets, Carpeted, Key access, Trash cans, Smoke Alarm, Heating Living Area Sofa, Dining area Bedroom Linens, Wardrobe or closet, Alarm clock, Childrens' cribs Accessibility Upper floors accessible by stairs only, Entire unit located on ground floor Room amenities Socket near the bed, Fold-up bed View Inner courtyard view
Five-Bedroom House Room Type: Vacation Home Room Size: 180 m² 1 King bed(s) Bed 2 Twin bed(s) Bed 2 Twin bed(s) Bed 1 King bed(s) Bed 2 Twin bed(s) Bed	Bathroom Shower, Toilet paper, Toilet, Conditioner, Bathtub, Shampoo, Additional bathroom, Free toiletries, Hairdryer, Towels, Guest bathroom, Body soap, Private bathroom Media & Technology Satellite channels, TV, Flat-screen TV, DVD player General Private entrance, Electric blankets, Smoke Alarm, Air conditioning, Carpeted, Key access, Trash cans, Ironing facilities, Hardwood or parquet floors, Heating Outdoors Outdoor furniture, Balcony, Outdoor dining area Kitchen Refrigerator, Electric kettle, Microwave, Toaster, Washing machine, Kitchen, Dryer, Dining table, Kitchenware, Oven, Stovetop, Dishwasher Living Area Sofa, Dining area View View, Inner courtyard view Bedroom Linens, Wardrobe or closet, Alarm clock, Childrens' cribs Accessibility Upper floors accessible by stairs only Room amenities Socket near the bed, Fold-up bed
Large One-Bedroom Apartment Room Type: Family Room Size: 85 m² 4 Twin bed(s) Bed 1 Queen bed(s) Bed	Bathroom Shower, Toilet, Shampoo, Free toiletries, Conditioner, Towels, Toilet paper, Body soap, Private bathroom Media & Technology Satellite channels, TV, Flat-screen TV Outdoors Balcony Kitchen Refrigerator, Electric kettle, Microwave, Toaster, Kitchen, Dining table, Kitchenware, Oven, Stovetop General Private entrance, Electric blankets, Carpeted, Key access, Trash cans, Smoke Alarm, Heating Living Area Sofa, Dining area Bedroom Linens, Alarm clock, Childrens' cribs Accessibility Upper floors accessible by stairs only, Entire unit located on ground floor Room amenities Socket near the bed, Fold-up bed View Inner courtyard view
Standard Family Room Room Type: Family Room Size: 43 m² 2 Twin bed(s) Bed 1 Queen bed(s) Bed	Bathroom Shower, Toilet, Shampoo, Free toiletries, Conditioner, Towels, Toilet paper, Body soap, Private bathroom Media & Technology Satellite channels, TV, Flat-screen TV Kitchen Refrigerator, Electric kettle, Microwave, Kitchenette, Toaster, Dining table, Kitchenware, Stovetop General Private entrance, Electric blankets, Carpeted, Key access, Trash cans, Smoke Alarm, Heating Living Area Sofa, Dining area Bedroom Linens, Wardrobe or closet, Alarm clock, Childrens' cribs Accessibility Upper floors accessible by stairs only, Entire unit located on ground floor Room amenities Fold-up bed View Inner courtyard view
Two-Bedroom Apartment Room Type: Apartment Room Size: 68 m²	Bathroom Shower, Toilet, Conditioner, Shampoo, Free toiletries, Hairdryer, Towels, Toilet paper, Body soap, Private bathroom Media & Technology Satellite channels, TV, Flat-screen TV Outdoors Balcony Kitchen Refrigerator, Electric kettle, Microwave, Toaster, Kitchen, Dining table, Kitchenware, Oven, Stovetop General Private entrance, Electric blankets, Carpeted, Key access, Trash cans, Ironing facilities, Smoke Alarm, Heating Living Area Sofa, Dining area Bedroom Linens, Wardrobe or closet, Alarm clock, Childrens' cribs Accessibility Upper floors accessible by stairs only Room amenities Socket near the bed, Fold-up bed View Inner courtyard view
Studio Room Type: Single Room Size: 15 m² 1 Twin bed(s) Bed	Bathroom Shower, Toilet, Shampoo, Free toiletries, Conditioner, Towels, Toilet paper, Body soap, Private bathroom Media & Technology Satellite channels, TV, Flat-screen TV Kitchen Refrigerator, Electric kettle, Microwave, Kitchenette, Toaster, Dining table, Kitchenware General Private entrance, Electric blankets, Carpeted, Key access, Trash cans, Smoke Alarm, Heating Bedroom Linens, Alarm clock Accessibility Upper floors accessible by stairs only, Entire unit located on ground floor Room amenities Socket near the bed View Inner courtyard view

FAQ's

Is this Anchor Motel pet-friendly for guests?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Check the guest reviews to learn what guests had to share.

What time is check-in & check-out at Anchor Motel?

Check-in time for Anchor Motel starts counting from 2:00 PM and check-out is until 10:00 AM. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

Does the Anchor Motel have a swimming pool?

No, this Anchor Motel does not have a swimming pool. Check the Facility Overview section for details about the pool and other available facilities.

How much does it cost per night to stay in Anchor Motel?

Best-rates for the Anchor Motel starts from $60 per night with includes Breakfast, Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, Pet Friendly, Child Friendly, Internet, Laundry, Parking, Designated Smoking Area, Security/Safety, Sports/Activities, Fireplace/Heating, Guest Services with all additional amenities. BachRentals offers a wide selection of accommodation options suitable for every type of adventurer. Our goal is to connect each guest with their perfect rental, resort, or cabin, guaranteeing a delightful and fulfilling experience complete with all essential facilities.

Is Anchor Motel a family-friendly place to stay?

Based on the information we have received from the owner or our partner, this is considered to be a family-friendly property. Families have rated this hotel 3 stars or guests have recommended them suitable for families. As reported by the owner or manager, the hotel has specified that children are welcome. Please see details about suitability for your family or inquire with the property to learn more.

Is the Anchor Motel wheelchair accessible or offer services for disabled guests?

Based on the information received from our partner, the Anchor Motel has not specified they are wheelchair accessible. Likewise, there is not an elevator specified as being available at the property. Specific accessibility details may be addressed in the property details section of this page.

What is the minimum night stay policy for the Anchor Motel?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, the Anchor Motel indicates 1 day stay policy at this hotel. Guests are cautioned that the minimum stay policy may differ based on seasonality or availability and may be at the discretion of the owner or manager.

What cancellation policy is in place for Anchor Motel?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, details for the cancellation policy for the Anchor Motel are as follows: Free cancellation Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the property description. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

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