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The Sea Breeze

2.0 star property
Motel perfectly located for exploring Timaru

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Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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28 The Bay Hill, Timaru, Canterbury Region, 7910
  • Place, Caroline Bay Beach
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, South Canterbury Museum
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Ashbury Park
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, Timaru (TIU-Richard Pearse)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Room options

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  • Harbor view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Apartment, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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  • Ocean view
  • 26 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Apartment, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • 60 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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. Caroline Bay Beach and Te Ana Maori Rock Art Centre are also within half a mile (1 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 - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Ashbury Park - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Timaru Lighthouse - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Timaru Station - 10 min walk
  • Timaru (TIU-Richard Pearse) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Burger King - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Sopheze - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Kfc - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Istanbul Turkish Kebabs - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Old Bank Cafe And Bar - ‬6 min walk

About this property

The Sea Breeze

Motel perfectly located for exploring Timaru
Public spaces have free WiFi. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Timaru motel.

  • 13 guestrooms or units
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Smoking in designated areas
The Sea Breeze offers 13 accommodations with safes and hair dryers. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Kitchenettes offer microwaves and cookware/dishes/utensils.

Bathrooms include showers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided weekly.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Hand-held showerhead
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Crib (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 5:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code, front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for NZD 50 per night.

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.

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 50 per night

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 debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

National rating

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

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Sea Breeze to the airport?

The Sea Breeze 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 The Sea Breeze?

As of May 21, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Sea Breeze on May 22, 2026 start from $159, 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 The Sea Breeze have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Sea Breeze.

How close is The Sea Breeze to the beach?

This motel is a short 10-minute walk from Caroline Bay Beach and 2.1 mi (9-min drive) from Dashing Rocks Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Sea Breeze offer free breakfast?

The Sea Breeze does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Sea Breeze?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at The Sea Breeze?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Sea Breeze?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does The Sea Breeze have a pool?

The Sea Breeze does not have a pool.

Does The Sea Breeze have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is The Sea Breeze to downtown Timaru?

The Sea Breeze is 0.5 mi away from Timaru.

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