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The Coast Motel

3.5 star property
Motel with free parking, 8-minute walk to Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden

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Superior House, 3 Bedrooms, City View | Living area | Flat-screen TV
Superior House, 3 Bedrooms, City View | Private kitchen | Microwave, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle, toaster
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Standard Studio, Non Smoking (Studio 3 sleeps 2) | Premium bedding, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds
Superior House, 3 Bedrooms, City View | Living area | Flat-screen TV

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Breakfast available
  • Business services
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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28 Evans Street, Timaru, 7910
  • Place, Caroline Bay Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, South Canterbury Museum
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Timaru (TIU-Richard Pearse)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Studio, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (Studio 7 sleeps up to 2) | Premium bedding, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Standard Studio, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (Studio 7 sleeps up to 2)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Premium bedding, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Standard Studio, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (Studio 6 sleeps up to 3)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Studio, Non Smoking (Studio 9) | Premium bedding, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Standard Studio, Non Smoking (Studio 9)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchenette | Premium bedding, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchenette

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Bed

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Family Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchenette | Premium bedding, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Family Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchenette

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Twin Bed, 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Studio, Non Smoking (Studio 3 sleeps 2) | Premium bedding, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Standard Studio, Non Smoking (Studio 3 sleeps 2)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Standard Room, Non Smoking (Studio 1 sleeps 2)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Studio, Non Smoking (Studio 5 sleeps 2) | Premium bedding, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Standard Studio, Non Smoking (Studio 5 sleeps 2)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Standard Room, Non Smoking (Studio 2 sleeps up to 3)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Studio, Non Smoking (Studio 4 sleeps up to 3)

Premium bedding, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Standard Studio, Non Smoking (Studio 4 sleeps up to 3)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 1 Double Bed

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Superior House, 3 Bedrooms, City View | Living area | Flat-screen TV

Superior House, 3 Bedrooms, City View

  • 3 bedrooms
  • City view
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Double Bed and 3 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Timaru

Located in Maori Hill, The Coast Motel is within a 10-minute walk of popular sights such as Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden and Aigantighe Art Gallery. The 11 rooms at this 3.5-star motel include microwaves, coffee makers, and flat-screen TVs.
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What's nearby

  • Ashbury Park - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Caroline Bay Beach - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Timaru Lighthouse - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • South Canterbury Museum - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Timaru Station - 2 min drive
  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 119 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Burger King - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Kfc - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Coffee Culture - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Sopheze - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min walk

About this property

The Coast Motel

Motel with free parking, 8-minute walk to Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden
Guests of The Coast Motel enjoy free WiFi in public areas, meeting rooms, and laundry facilities. You can put free parking to good use if you drive. Front-desk staff can assist with securing valuables and tours/tickets. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls. Additional amenities include barbecue grills and a garden.
Guests can enjoy free WiFi and flat-screen TVs. Beds sport premium bedding and bathrooms offer free toiletries. Microwaves, coffee makers, and ironing boards are also standard.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available for a fee: NZD 12 per person

Family friendly

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Built in 1982
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

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

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:30 AM - 9 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for free
  • Dogs only
  • Pet weight must not exceed 33 lbs per pet
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Cribs/infant beds are available for NZD 15.0 per stay

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately NZD 12.00 per person
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 15.0 per stay

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

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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit
  • Check-in: 2 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Homestead Lodge Motel Timaru
Homestead Lodge Motel
Homestead Timaru
The Coast Motel Motel
Homestead Lodge Motel
The Coast Motel Timaru
The Coast Motel Motel Timaru

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at The Coast Motel?

The Coast Motel offers free cancellation on certain room rates. To learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at The Coast Motel?

As of Jan 17, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Coast Motel on Jan 18, 2026 start from $79.49, 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.

What's there to see within easy reach of The Coast Motel?

This motel is situated in Maori Hill within a 10-minute walk of Ashbury Park, Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden, and Timaru Lighthouse. You'll also find South Canterbury Museum and Aigantighe Art Gallery less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at The Coast Motel?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the motel.

Does The Coast Motel include a casino on the premises?

No, The Coast Motel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Coast Motel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

What do couples enjoy most about The Coast Motel?

Couples staying at this motel will value amenities like premium bedding, kitchens in some guestrooms, as well as a garden.

Does The Coast Motel have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this motel.

Does The Coast Motel feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

The Coast Motel offers continental breakfast each morning for a surcharge though there is no restaurant.

Does The Coast Motel allow pets to stay free of charge?

Yes, dogs stay free at The Coast Motel and the property also provides food and water bowls.

Are there connecting rooms at The Coast Motel?

No, this motel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from The Coast Motel?

The closest major airport to The Coast Motel is Timaru (TIU-Richard Pearse), which is 7.1 mi away (13 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at The Coast Motel?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at The Coast Motel.

The Coast Motel Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 41 out of 156 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 68 out of 156 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 32 out of 156 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 156 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 156 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Marthessa

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Nothing unique. The people were lovely and it was clean. It was in a 'tired' condition. I'm a light sleeper and didn't realise the noise that was generated by the neighbours and traffic.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
A great motel, very friendly staff, clean and tidy. Handy to town and Hospital, easy parking. It was a bonus being able to have my wee Cavoodle to stay. Highly recommended
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Peter

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Amenities
Nothing excited us about the property at all. Very noisy place.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Hellen

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great property, very convenient
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

David

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Dog friendly, had a unit beside a grassed area for toileting our boy. Unfortunately front unit on the main highway so traffic noise very loud even though the windows were double glazed. Very nice hosts, Donna couldn't have been more helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

David B

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Jill

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Old and dated.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Gloria, salinas

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Nice hotel with and a good check-in.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Teneinnang

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Jen

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A good place to put your head down with comfortable beds and a little kitchen area. The shower was good. The parking was very good for our needs being two vehicles and a trailer plenty of room for security and fencing. The outside Area is all concrete so don’t expect a garden the rooms were very good. A little noise from the main road at night.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Single-glazed windows right on SH1 meant I could hear every truck throughout the night. Terrible sleep! Also, the walls were thin so I could also hear the snorer next door. The shower was terrible... I could go on. However, I find in these situations that the manager is not the owner, and so has no ability to upgrade the property. The owner takes their lease payments and the manager apologises on their behalf. The manager of this property was very efficient and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Gillian

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Family stay

The room was good and a central location.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2021

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Clean & tidy. It was in a good location. Room was tired and needed updating. Not keen on doing dishes in bathroom sink. Shower box very small. Wouldn't stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great for the family!

We enjoyed our stay. It was very comfortable with plenty of space for the family.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2021

6/10 Okay

Brent

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

1st time stay in 28yrs

Great place, being a lite sleeper not tye best room to be in, nothing wrong with cindition, service or venue
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The motel is very clean and tidy, it is convenient to the city but also to places around, the staff are friendly and helpful. the only minuses could be road noise if the unit is near the street, but it is not intrusive. The showers water supply and control could be improved. I was happy with my stay and have used this motel many times.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2021

8/10 Good

Keith

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good for a short stay in Timaru

Homestead Lodge Motel met our expectations for a comfortable stay in Timaru. Fair value for the price.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place but a shame about the double bed was horrible major roll together nice and tidy rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

8/10 Good

AL

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

COMFORTABLE MOTEL

You have to call beforehand if you will arrive late since the Reception closes at night. They will give you instructions about your room no. and where to get the key. Overall it was a good stay and roomy enough for 3 people. I just wish though they'd put blackout curtains instead of vertical blinds since the glass facade is too big
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

4/10 Poor

Andrew

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Passing through only, not a destination

Very basic, very dates
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff. Great location to restaurants and town. Spacious rooms with good kitchenettes
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Back motel less traffic noise. Didn't like the stairs as 3 year old kept going to the edge with a big drop off
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

8/10 Good

Wayne

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good budget motel

Good budget motel on main road so quite noisy. Didnt have huge expectations because it was cheap so pleasantly surprised.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

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