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Blue Dolphin Motel

Apartment in Timaru with free parking

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Private kitchenette
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Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Parking included
  • Outdoor space
The current price is NZ$152
includes taxes & fees
28 Apr - 29 Apr

Explore the area

Map
40 Evans Street, Timaru
  • Ashbury Park
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Caroline Bay Beach
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Timaru Public Hospital
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Timaru (TIU-Richard Pearse)
    ‪13 min drive‬

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

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

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

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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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)

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

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

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

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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.

What's nearby

  • Ashbury Park - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • South Canterbury Museum - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Caroline Bay Beach - 1 min drive - 0.6 km
  • Timaru Public Hospital - 4 min drive - 3.0 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Burger King - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Kfc - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Columbus Coffee - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Coffee Culture Timaru - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Arthur St Cafe - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Blue Dolphin Motel

Apartment in Timaru with free parking
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.

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Parking included
Outdoor space
Parking available

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

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

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our ratings system.

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 19 April 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Blue Dolphin Motel on 9 May 2025 start from NZ$152.00, 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.

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. 45 out of 144 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 62 out of 144 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 25 out of 144 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 144 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 144 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

9.0/10

Communication

Reviews

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

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

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

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

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

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

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

8/10 Good

Kerri

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Convenient location

Property is a bit dated and traffic noise was loud in the front room. Friendly owners and convenient location.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Catherine

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

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, communication
Nice. Mid week short notice. Exceeded expectations for the price.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Clean tidy and easy to find.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Heather

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

4/10 Poor

Stephen

Liked: Amenities, communication
Too noisy unfortunately next time id look at getting a place further away from main road value for money yes it was good
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joe

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
great
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, communication
Motel was fine - comfortable and clean. Furniture is from the 70's and could be updated - overall value for money.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Hamish

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
It was comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Good location for walking to Caroline Bay. Bakery across road, and short drive to shops. Unit was spacious with new carpet and had separate lounge/dining to bedrooms
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Straightforward and good value
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, communication

Value for money.

One night in a comfy clean bed. Bedroom well placed away from road noise.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jim

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Good location but heavy road noise
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

8/10 Good

Murray

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The Blue Dolphin is a quaint residence right near the arterial route through Timaru; easy to get to. The new owners are progressively renovating the facility so it will be getting a facelift. Spacious, well priced & comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lyn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Lovely owner on arrival.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Reception was very helpful and room was clean. Property needs an uplift. And even with double panel windows can hear traffic although dies down through night.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

6/10 Okay

Kim

Good for a night but wall heater on a timer doesn’t allow for the room to heat up and stay warm
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024