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Panorama Motor Lodge

3.0 star property
3-star motel in Timaru Central

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Panorama Motor Lodge

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Studio | Balcony view
Superior One Bedroom Suite | Terrace/patio
Blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Superior One Bedroom Suite | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker
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Overview of Panorama Motor Lodge

Reviews
8.8

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Hot TubHot TubHot Tub
  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping

Check out the area

Map
52 The Bay Hill, Timaru, 7910
  • Popular LocationCaroline Bay Beach7 min walk
  • Popular LocationSouth Canterbury Museum10 min walk
  • Popular LocationTimaru Public Hospital3 min drive
  • AirportTimaru (TIU-Richard Pearse)14 min drive

Room options

Studio

  • 323 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Accessible studio

  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

One Bedroom Suite

  • 409 sq ft
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Two Bedroom Suite

  • 603 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Deluxe One Bedroom Suite

  • 409 sq ft
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Sauna studio

  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Superior One Bedroom Suite

  • 409 sq ft
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Internal studio

  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Timaru

Timaru Central stay.You'll be steps from Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden and within a 10-minute walk of Caroline Bay Beach with a stay at this Timaru Central motel. South Canterbury Museum and Aigantighe Art Gallery are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden - 6 min walk
  • Caroline Bay Beach - 7 min walk
  • South Canterbury Museum - 10 min walk
  • Ashbury Park - 18 min walk
  • Timaru Public Hospital - 3 min drive

Getting around

  • Timaru Station - 11 min walk
  • Timaru (TIU-Richard Pearse) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • Le Cren Street Takeaways - 18 min walk
  • McDonald's - 3 min drive
  • Burger King - 5 min walk
  • Sukhothai Thai Restaurant & Bar - 4 min walk
  • Speights Ale House - 12 min walk

About this property

Panorama Motor Lodge

3-star motel in Timaru Central
Panorama Motor Lodge offers its guests a spa tub, a terrace, and laundry facilities. Public spaces have free WiFi. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Timaru motel.

  • 30 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Terrace
  • Smoking in designated areas
Panorama Motor Lodge offers 30 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. 40-inch flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and fans. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Dining table
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: NZD 17.50 for adults and NZD 17.50 for children

Things to do

  • Spa tub

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toaster

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Fan
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 3 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
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 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 30.0 per night.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for NZD 30.0 per stay.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately NZD 17.50 for adults and NZD 17.50 for children
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 30.0 per stay
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 30.0 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3 percent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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 and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, Union Pay, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. Contactless check-out is available.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

National rating

This property does not have a Qualmark® rating. For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

Property is also known as

Panorama Motor Lodge TIMARU
Panorama Motor TIMARU
Panorama Motor
Panorama Motor Lodge Motel
Panorama Motor Lodge Timaru
Panorama Motor Lodge Motel Timaru

Frequently asked questions

How close is Panorama Motor Lodge to the airport?

Panorama Motor Lodge is 7.7 mi (15-min drive) away from the Timaru (TIU-Richard Pearse) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Panorama Motor Lodge?

As of May 2, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Panorama Motor Lodge on May 4, 2024 start from $98.17, excluding 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.

Does Panorama Motor Lodge have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Panorama Motor Lodge.

How close is Panorama Motor Lodge to the beach?

This motel is a short 7-minute walk from Caroline Bay Beach and 2.1 mi (8-min drive) from Dashing Rocks Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Panorama Motor Lodge offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Panorama Motor Lodge, but continental breakfast is offered for a fee of NZD 17.50 for adults and NZD 17.50 for children. It's available every day from 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Panorama Motor Lodge?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at Panorama Motor Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Panorama Motor Lodge?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Panorama Motor Lodge have a pool?

Panorama Motor Lodge does not have a pool.

Does Panorama Motor Lodge have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Panorama Motor Lodge to downtown Timaru?

Panorama Motor Lodge is 0.5 mi away from Timaru.

Panorama Motor Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 43 out of 85 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 29 out of 85 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 12 out of 85 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 85 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 85 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Eve

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Location good Rooms noisy by road
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Deborah, Sandy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Right on the bay. Beautiful room on 4th floor. Needed to carry bags up flight of stairs. Very nice inside. Could not figure out how to work TV. No instructions. The carnival was going on at the time so was very festive, but quiet a night. Enjoyed our stay here.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marama

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

2/10 Terrible

Michael

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property is below average and not somewhere I will stay again
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023