Kitchenette, Electric kettle, Dining table, Refrigerator
Accessibility
Entire unit located on ground floor
About this property
Anchor Motel & Timaru Backpackers offers self-contained accommodation just 5 minutes’ walk from Caroline Bay Beach. Our motel is centrally located and we offer spacious and fully equipped units for you to enjoy. From a Single Studio, Standard Studio, One Bedroom Units to Two Bedroom Apartments, we're sure to have something to suit everyone.
Timaru town centre is less than 5 minutes’ drive from Anchor Motel & Timaru Backpackers. Free off-street car parking and secure garage space are available.
Guests have access to a shared laundry, luggage storage and free barbecue facilities.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.4 for a two-person trip.
“It was clean and covered our needs. The staff were exceptional, helpful in every way .”
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Rosie
New Zealand
“Yes we arrived late as our advise. Got a phone call saying light would be on and door unlocked heater on. Fantastic. So we entered as did the cat. We actually enjoyed having the cat...but it growled when it was put out the door.”
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Pam
New Zealand
“When we arrived at 10.00 there was a note for us at the office, found our room and the lights were on, the heater going, the tv going. We felt very welcomed.”
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Mahendra
New Zealand
“I have stayed before
Here
Always good experience”
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Yulene
New Zealand
“Lovely hostess, clean, comfortable had everything you need”
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Megan
New Zealand
“It’s just a good comfortable place to stay with a pet”
Salter
Australia
“Arrived late, Rachel was very welcoming and accommodating. She warmed the room for us before our arrival which was nice and toasty coming out of a freezing evening.
The unit was immaculately clean. It was spacious, the most comfortable king bed....”
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John
New Zealand
“Its location and pets are allowed . We were in late and the lights and heating was on older property but comfortable”
Wright
New Zealand
“Bed was comfy. Cooking facilities were great. Room was clean and presented well.”
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Rupali
New Zealand
“Very spacious 2-bedroom unit with equipped kitchen and comfortable beds.”
Property surroundings
House rules
Anchor Motel takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 14:00 to 21:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 08:00 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
NZD 30 per child, per night
Prices for cots are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
There are no extra beds available at this property.
All cots are subject to availability.
Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Accepted payment methods
Cash
The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property
Guests arriving outside reception opening hours are kindly requested to inform the hotel in advance. Contact details can be found on the booking confirmation.
Please inform Anchor Motel in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
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