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Our top choices for Watlington hotels

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a view of the beach.

1. Baywatch Motor Lodge

Baywatch Motor Lodge
4.0 star property
Maori Hill, 2.3 km from Watlington
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (132 reviews)
"Very nice villa with plenty of room and beds. Would happily book there again. And very reasonably priced."
Australia
Nicola
The price is SAR 380
SAR 437 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
Baywatch Motor Lodge
A balcony with a glass table and chairs, overlooking a coastal area with palm trees and a clear view of the sea.

2. Panorama Motor Lodge

Panorama Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
Timaru Central, 2.1 km from Watlington
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (139 reviews)
"Lovely spacious room in a great location. Would stay again in an instant"
Australia
Ele
The price is SAR 380
SAR 437 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Oct - 17 Oct
Panorama Motor Lodge
A bar area with wooden flooring, a curved bar counter, and a variety of bottles and glasses on shelves.

3. The Grosvenor

The Grosvenor
3.0 star property
Timaru Central, 2.2 km from Watlington
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (850 reviews)
"Loved my stay. Great hotel with lovely rooms."
Australia
Ants
The price is SAR 310
SAR 358 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Nov - 8 Nov
The Grosvenor
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a balcony with a view.

4. Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge

Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge
4.0 star property
Maori Hill, 2 km from Watlington
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (150 reviews)
"The hostess was extremely informative, friendly and accommodating. The complex is centrally located, just off SH1 and there is very little noise during the night. It is easy to get around Timaru."
Australia
Robyn
The price is SAR 427
SAR 496 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge
A room with a circular window overlooking a beach, a lamp, and a bed with pillows.

5. The Sea Breeze

The Sea Breeze
2.0 star property
Timaru Central, 2.1 km from Watlington
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (19 reviews)
"Great hotel, close to town and very modern."
United States
Kurt
The price is SAR 455
SAR 523 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Oct - 17 Oct
The Sea Breeze
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a view of greenery outside.

6. ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge

ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
Parkside, 1.4 km from Watlington
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (296 reviews)
"Great sized rooms, comfortable beds, nice rooms, very clean. Super easy stop over option"
Australia
Rachael
The price is SAR 372
SAR 429 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge
A hotel room with a bed, a TV on a stand, a desk with a chair, and a window with curtains.

7. Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru

Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru
3.5 star property
Waimataitai, 2.5 km from Watlington
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (280 reviews)
"Manager was very welcoming and friendly. Rooms were perfect for our families needs and were quite spacious. Surprisngly not noisy, despite being on the main road and a handy location to shops/parks/Caroline Bay"
Australia
Zoe
The price is SAR 250
SAR 293 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru
A compact kitchen with a central island, a sink, and a stove. There are two bar stools and a dining table.

8. Anchor Motel

Anchor Motel
2.5 star property
Maori Hill, 2.3 km from Watlington
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (233 reviews)
"Lovely for solo travellor"
Australia
Frances
The price is SAR 275
SAR 317 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
Anchor Motel
A compact kitchen with a microwave, stove, and sink. There is a clock on the wall and a window with blinds.

9. Aspen on King Motel

Aspen on King Motel
4.5 star property
Parkside, 1.7 km from Watlington
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (571 reviews)
"Very nice and quiet place to stay. We would definitely stay there again."
Australia
Rodney
The price is SAR 436
SAR 501 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Aspen on King Motel
A hotel room with a large bed, a chair, a balcony with a view, and a window with curtains.

10. Asure Ashley Motor Lodge

Asure Ashley Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
Kensington, 1.6 km from Watlington
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (183 reviews)
"Great rooms and very tidy and clean. Worth every penny."
Australia
Kyle
The price is SAR 372
SAR 428 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Asure Ashley Motor Lodge
A room with a leather sofa, sheer curtains, and a view of a balcony.

11. Harbour View Motel

Harbour View Motel
2.5 star property
Maori Hill, 2.2 km from Watlington
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (129 reviews)
"Great location, cool view of the port"
Australia
Thomas
The price is SAR 348
SAR 400 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Oct - 17 Oct
Harbour View Motel
A building with a sign indicating a vacancy.

12. Ashbury Park Motel

Ashbury Park Motel
4.0 star property
Waimataitai, 3 km from Watlington
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (308 reviews)
"Good place to stay"
Australia
Jared
The price is SAR 273
SAR 318 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
Ashbury Park Motel
A coastal building with balconies, labeled "COASTAL RIDGE TIMARU LUXURY ACCOMMODATION."

13. Coastal Ridge Apartments

Coastal Ridge Apartments
3.5 star property
Kensington, 1.6 km from Watlington
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (113 reviews)
"One of the bests stays I’ve experienced, ticks all the boxes and then some.. thank you !"
Australia
Sarah
The price is SAR 384
SAR 448 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Coastal Ridge Apartments
A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a desk, and a view of the street.

14. Bay City Motor Lodge

Bay City Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
Maori Hill, 2.2 km from Watlington
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (85 reviews)
"Was perfect! Really enjoyed my stay"
New Zealand
Nick
The price is SAR 327
SAR 376 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Oct - 17 Oct
Bay City Motor Lodge
A reception area with a glass door, a red door, and a stone pillar.

15. Cedar Lodge Motel

Cedar Lodge Motel
3.0 star property
Kensington, 1.6 km from Watlington
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (135 reviews)
"A perfect stopover on the way to Christchurch. Clean and quiet, lots of room and easy to get in and out on the main road."
Australia
Lindsay
The price is SAR 340
SAR 390 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Cedar Lodge Motel
A conference room with tables and chairs, large windows, and a view of the outdoors.

16. Comfort Hotel Benvenue

Comfort Hotel Benvenue
3.5 star property
Maori Hill, 2.2 km from Watlington
7.8 out of 10, Good, (184 reviews)
"All good"
United States
Helen
The price is SAR 246
SAR 283 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Comfort Hotel Benvenue
A building entrance with a green door, two potted plants, and a small window above the door.

17. The Fort. Timaru

The Fort. Timaru
3.0 star property
Timaru Central, 2.1 km from Watlington
7.6 out of 10, Good, (22 reviews)
"Backpacker style accommodation at premium rate."
New Zealand
Wayne
The price is SAR 249
SAR 287 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
The Fort. Timaru
A neatly made bed with patterned bedding and a dark-colored pillow.

18. Aaron Court Motel

Aaron Court Motel
2.0 star property
Maori Hill, 2.3 km from Watlington
6.8 out of 10, (144 reviews)
"It's only a stopover not a holiday good for the money you get what you pay for."
Australia
mark
The price is SAR 196
SAR 225 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Oct - 18 Oct
Aaron Court Motel
A modern hotel room with a sofa, a small bed, a TV, and a balcony with a view.

19. The Coast Motel

The Coast Motel
3.5 star property
Maori Hill, 2.2 km from Watlington
7.8 out of 10, Good, (159 reviews)
"It was easy access and the room was great."
Australia
Julie
The price is SAR 305
SAR 355 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
The Coast Motel
A kitchen with a sink, a coffee maker, and a window with a view of greenery.

20. Fitzgerald on King

Fitzgerald on King
2.5 star property
Parkside, 1.8 km from Watlington
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (78 reviews)
"Excellent staff and location"
Australia
Paul
The price is SAR 416
SAR 482 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Fitzgerald on King
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Where to stay in Watlington

Find the best Watlington areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
A coastal city with a beach, a port with ships, and industrial buildings.

Timaru Central

While visiting Timaru Central, you might make a stop by sights like South Canterbury Museum and Te Ana Maori Rock Art Centre.

Maori Hill

While visiting Maori Hill, you might make a stop by sights like Timaru Lighthouse and Ashbury Park.

Seaview

Seaview might not have many top sights, but South Canterbury Museum and Timaru Lighthouse are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

A garden with a fountain, benches, and a statue.
Photo by Paolo Corrales
Open Photo by Paolo Corrales

Timaru Port

While visiting Timaru Port, you might make a stop by sights like Caroline Bay Beach and Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden.

West End

West End might not have many top sights, but Aigantighe Art Gallery and South Canterbury Museum are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Top Watlington Hotel Reviews

Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge

Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge

10/10 Excellent
"Great place, very welcoming. Reception gave a map to help us plan our trip south the next day which was very useful. Oh, and within walking distance of penguin nesting across the park."
Stephen 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge

Frequently asked questions

What is Watlington like?
Travelers to the Watlington neighborhood in Timaru will be sure to enjoy their stay.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Watlington, will I receive a refund?
Yes! The majority of hotel room reservations are refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to view the best deals in Watlington.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Watlington?
For additional details about rescheduling or cancelling your trip to Watlington, head over to our customer service page.
What are the top things to see and do in Watlington?
Aigantighe Art Gallery, South Canterbury Museum, and Botanical Gardens are just a few of the places to visit in and around Watlington. Otipua Wetland and Te Ana Maori Rock Art Centre are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Timaru.