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The Fort. Timaru

3.0 star property
Guesthouse in Timaru with free breakfast

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Premier Suite, Courtyard View | In-room dining
Property entrance
Business Double Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi
Courtyard
Laundry room

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services

Explore the area

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66 Stafford St, Timaru, Canterbury, 7910
  • Place, South Canterbury Museum
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Timaru Public Hospital
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Caroline Bay Beach
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Airport, Timaru (TIU-Richard Pearse)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Double Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi

Standard Double Room

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

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Superior Double Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi

Superior Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Classic Double Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi

Classic Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Comfort Double Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi

Comfort Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premier Double Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi

Premier Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Business Double Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi

Business Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premier Suite, Courtyard View | Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi

Premier Suite, Courtyard View

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Double Classic W/ Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2

Double Deluxe W/ Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi

Standard Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi

Queen Deluxe W/ Ensuite

  • Sleeps 2

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi

One Bedroom Suite W/ Ensuite

  • Sleeps 4

Queen Classic + W/ Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2

Queen Premier (basin, Shower) W/ Shared Toilet

  • Sleeps 3

About the neighborhood

Timaru

Located in Timaru Central within a 5-minute walk of Te Ana Maori Rock Art Centre, The Fort. Timaru is within a 15-minute stroll of South Canterbury Museum. This 3-star guesthouse has 13 guestrooms and offers conveniences like free breakfast, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • South Canterbury Museum - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Timaru Public Hospital - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Botanical Gardens - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Caroline Bay Beach - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Timaru Station - 5 min walk
  • Timaru (TIU-Richard Pearse) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Burger King - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Coffee Culture - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Noodle Canteen - ‬9 min walk

About this property

The Fort. Timaru

Guesthouse in Timaru with free breakfast
The Fort. Timaru features free WiFi in public areas, meeting rooms, and microwave in a common area. A stay here includes free parking. Additional amenities include a refrigerator in a common area, laundry facilities, and barbecue grills.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 42-inch Smart TVs with satellite channels.

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Property amenities

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 secured, uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Virtual front desk

Business services

  • Coworking space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Communal living room
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Electric bike charging

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 42-inch smart TV with satellite channels

More

  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 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

There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and smart lock details; access will be through a private entrance
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your passport after booking
If you are planning to arrive after 3:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Private entrance, smart lock

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-6:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
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. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

National rating

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

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see near The Fort. Timaru?

This guesthouse is situated in Timaru Central within a 10-minute walk of South Canterbury Museum and Te Ana Maori Rock Art Centre. You'll also find Caroline Bay Beach and Botanical Gardens less than a mile away.

How much does it cost to stay at The Fort. Timaru?

As of Nov 26, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Fort. Timaru on Nov 30, 2025 start from $74.02, 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.

Is there parking available at The Fort. Timaru?

Yes, secured self parking is offered for free at the guesthouse. Electric bike charging is also available for guests.

Does The Fort. Timaru include a casino at the property?

No, The Fort. Timaru doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Fort. Timaru?

No, there is no indoor pool at this guesthouse.

Is The Fort. Timaru a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this guesthouse will value amenities like a smart TV, kitchens in some accommodations, as well as free breakfast.

Does The Fort. Timaru have a hot tub?

No, this guesthouse doesn't have a spa tub.

Does The Fort. Timaru have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

The Fort. Timaru offers free continental breakfast each morning though there is no restaurant.

Does The Fort. Timaru allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Fort. Timaru.

Are there connecting rooms at The Fort. Timaru?

No, this guesthouse doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from The Fort. Timaru?

The closest major airport to The Fort. Timaru is Timaru (TIU-Richard Pearse), which is 8.2 mi away (20 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The Fort. Timaru?

No, there aren't any accommodations with balconies at The Fort. Timaru.