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Panorama Motor Lodge

Property class: 3
3-star motel in Timaru Central

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A balcony with a glass table and chairs, overlooking a coastal area with palm trees and a clear view of the sea.
A modern kitchen with a built-in microwave, a sink, and a painting of a forest.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a TV.
A modern living room with a grey sofa, a coffee table, and a TV. There is a dining area with a table and chairs.
A modern room with a large window, a dining area, and a kitchen.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Free WiFi
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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52 The Bay Hill, Timaru, 7910
  • Place, Caroline Bay Beach
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, South Canterbury Museum
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Ashbury Park
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Timaru (TIU-Richard Pearse)
    ‪26 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Studio

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk, and a bathroom.

Studio

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Superior One Bedroom Suite

A balcony with a glass table and chairs, overlooking a coastal area with palm trees and a clear view of the sea.

Superior One Bedroom Suite

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • Bay view
  • 409 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Two Bedroom Suite

A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a desk, a painting, and a window with curtains.

Two Bedroom Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 603 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe One Bedroom Suite

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a TV, and a balcony with a view of buildings.

Deluxe One Bedroom Suite

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • Bay view
  • 409 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Accessible studio

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a TV.

Accessible studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Sauna studio

A sauna room with wooden walls and benches.

Sauna studio

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Internal studio

A bedroom with a bed, a chair, a bedside table, a lamp, a painting on the wall, and a window with curtains.

Internal studio

  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Timaru

Timaru Central stay.You'll be steps from Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden and within a 10-minute walk of South Canterbury Museum with a stay at this Timaru Central motel. Also, Caroline Bay Beach is within half a mile (1 km) and Te Ana Maori Rock Art Centre is within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Caroline Bay Beach - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • South Canterbury Museum - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Ashbury Park - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Te Ana Maori Rock Art Centre - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Timaru Station - 11 min walk
  • Timaru (TIU-Richard Pearse) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Burger King - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Black & Coffee - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Sopheze - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Benny's Again! Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Kfc - ‬20 min walk

About this property

Panorama Motor Lodge

3-star motel in Timaru Central
Panorama Motor Lodge offers its guests a hot 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.

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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

  • Hot 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
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • 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 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 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
This property enforces quiet hours from 9:00 PM to 8:00 AM
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds, rollaway/extra beds, and sofa beds
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
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 is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds, rollaway/extra beds, and sofa beds. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Union Pay, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

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.

Property class

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

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 (16-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 Aug 16, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Panorama Motor Lodge on Aug 21, 2026 start from $122, 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.

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 11-minute walk from Caroline Bay Beach and 2.1 mi (9-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. 75 out of 138 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 42 out of 138 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 17 out of 138 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 138 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 138 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Ele

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely spacious room in a great location. Would stay again in an instant
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tracey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely room, clean and comfortable. The spa bath a nice bonus to relax in. Parking easy and the staff friendly. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Dayle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely view of Caroline bay. Easy walk to beach and food options nearby.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marcel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice view
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No breakfast, but great spot with good off-street parking
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Rosie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and comfortable and great central location
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nola

Great location. Good parking. Clean. Staff excellent. Will stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Sue

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was in a great location walking distance to restaurants and town
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Edgardo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff, room and location
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Highly recommend staying here, Gorgeous views, spacious rooms, everything you need. will definitely stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Gavin

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed our short stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gordon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Fantastic . Everything was first class. staff were kind and welcoming . comfortable bed excellent stay.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

John

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location but the building is getting very tired and needs maintenance urgently....I have stayed here since it was brand new.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great service, cosey room with spa bath, just what my partner and I needed and great dining options right beside the motel
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and spacious
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice apartment with sea view. Washing machine facilities on site. Lovely hosts. Choice of bars/restaurants next door. Easy walk to see blue penguins at dusk. Would be happy to stay here for a week.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liz

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good facilities, clean, welcoming
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place, very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael

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

10/10 Excellent

Reece

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great spot
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Only stayed one night but excellent room with a nice view and very spacious. Great location and easy walk to drinking and dining options.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good place to stay in Timaru Centerally located
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic views, so handy to town, very clean and quiet
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location for the sea and restaurants, good kitchen, very well set up.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Good location

The location was very good.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024