Blue Dolphin Motel | Hotel in Timaru

| 7.6 (1223 Reviews) |   Pet Friendly  8 Bathrooms  35 Guests
Timaru Hotel | Blue Dolphin Motel

Hotel in Timaru

Blue Dolphin Motel is a 5-minute walk from Timaru’s town center and a 5-minute drive from Timaru Bus Depot. All units have a full kitchen and an open plan living area. Guests enjoy free Wi-Fi access for the first 24 hours of their stay. The heated guest rooms are equipped with electric blankets and satellite TV. The kitchen comes with a stove, a fridge and a microwave. The property offers laundry facilities and barbecue equipment. Free off-street parking is provided. Timaru Blue Dolphin Motel is a 5-minute walk from Caroline Bay Playground and Boardwalk. It is an 11-minute walk from Aigantighe Art Gallery and an hour’s drive from Oamaru.

Blue Dolphin Motel is located in Timaru.

This 13 Bedrooms Hotel is suitable for tourists and travelers. It has several amenities that would guarantee your comfort. These amenities include: Security/Safety, Internet, Laundry, and several others. This is a 4 star rated property and has over 1223 reviews with the average score of 7.6 . Coming to Timaru and needing a place to stay? Be it for work or for leisure, consider staying at this Hotel for your next visit, you will surely love it.

You can check the reviews and description of this 13 Bedrooms Hotel if you want to learn more about this place in Timaru. These details are authentic, as they are provided by our partner, booking.com.

This Blue Dolphin Motel in Timaru is well equipped and has all facilities that have been listed below. Please note that these details were shared to us by booking.com for the listed “Blue Dolphin Motel”. We solely rely on their shared details and are regarded as “accurate”. If you have any concerns about the information or accuracy describing this Hotel, please let us know.

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Amenities

Parking
Pet Friendly
Designated Smoking Area
View
Wheelchair Accessible
Balcony/Terrace
Accessibility
Security/Safety
Sports/Activities
Fireplace/Heating
Guest Services
Child Friendly
Internet
Laundry

Facility Overview

Parking
  • Private Parking
  • Free parking
  • Street parking
  • Parking
  • Parking on site
  • Accessible parking
Accessibility
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible
Activities
  • Tennis court
  • Fishing
  • Canoeing
  • Windsurfing
  • Snorkeling
  • Beach
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
  • Mini golf
Entertainment
  • Baby safety gates
General
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Smoke-free property
  • Wifi in all areas
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Family rooms
  • Pet friendly
  • Designated smoking area
  • Paid Wifi
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Heating
Guest Services
  • Ironing service
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Baggage storage
  • Fax/Photocopying
  • Laundry
  • Invoice provided
Internet
  • Wifi
  • Internet
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Sun deck
Security/Safety
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • Smoke alarms
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
  • Guest accommodation disinfected between stays
  • Linens, towels, and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
  • Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against coronavirus
  • Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
  • First aid kits available

Policies

Check-in
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation
Pet Policy
Pets are allowed upon request and charges may apply.

If you expect to arrive outside reception opening hours, please inform blue dolphin motel in advance, using the contact details found on the booking confirmation, for guests staying for more than 2 nights, the property is able to provide a drop off service to the airport or bus depot. this service is only available upon request.please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. you can use the special requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation, guests are required to show a photo id and credit card upon check-in. please note that all special requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Reviews

Value for money:
8.47
Location:
8.5
Staff:
8.52
Facilities:
7.89
Comfort:
8.33
Cleanliness:
8.66
Christine
Nov 23, 2025 08:00:00 AM
Review Score:   5
New Zealand
Reviewer Type: Extended Group
Travel Purpose: leisure
Positive: Good location
Negative: That the bathroom was in one of the bedrooms meaning that the other person had to come through your room to go to the toilet.
Summary: Was just passable
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Room Arrangement

Room Info Facilities
Studio
Room Type: Studio
Room Size: 30 m2
1 Sofa bed Bed
1 Queen bed(s) Bed
Studio

Bathroom

Toilet paper, Hairdryer, Shower, Towels, Free toiletries, Shampoo, Conditioner, Bathtub or shower, Private bathroom, Toilet

Media & Technology

Satellite channels, Radio, Flat-screen TV, TV, Cable channels

Kitchen

Kitchen, Stovetop, Washing machine, Electric kettle, Cleaning products, Microwave, Refrigerator, Toaster, Dining table, Wine glasses, High chair, Dryer, Kitchenware, Oven

Living Area

Sofa, Sitting area, Dining area

General

Electric blankets, Carpeted, Trash cans, Fan, Heating, Private entrance, Smoke Alarm

Outdoors

Outdoor furniture, Patio

Bedroom

Linens, Childrens' cribs, Alarm clock, Wardrobe or closet

View

Garden view, Inner courtyard view

Accessibility

Entire unit located on ground floor

Room Amenities

Sofa bed, Socket near the bed, Non-feather pillow
Two-Bedroom Apartment - Split Level
Room Type: Apartment
Room Size: 44 m2
1 Twin bed(s) Bed
1 Queen bed(s) Bed
1 Twin bed(s) Bed
1 Queen bed(s) Bed

Bathroom

Toilet paper, Hairdryer, Shower, Towels, Free toiletries, Shampoo, Conditioner, Bathtub or shower, Private bathroom, Toilet

Media & Technology

Satellite channels, Radio, Flat-screen TV, TV, Cable channels

Kitchen

Kitchen, Stovetop, Washing machine, Electric kettle, Cleaning products, Microwave, Kitchenette, Refrigerator, Toaster, Dining table, Wine glasses, High chair, Dryer, Kitchenware

Living Area

Sofa, Sitting area, Dining area

General

Electric blankets, Carpeted, Trash cans, Fan, Heating, Private entrance, Smoke Alarm

Outdoors

Patio

Bedroom

Linens, Childrens' cribs, Alarm clock, Wardrobe or closet

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only, Entire unit located on ground floor

Room Amenities

Non-feather pillow, Socket near the bed

View

Inner courtyard view
Two-Bedroom Apartment with Bath
Room Type: Apartment
Room Size: 59 m2
1 Sofa bed Bed
2 Twin bed(s) Bed
1 Queen bed(s) Bed
Two-Bedroom Apartment with Bath

Bathroom

Toilet paper, Hairdryer, Shower, Towels, Free toiletries, Shampoo, Conditioner, Bathtub or shower, Bathtub, Private bathroom, Toilet

Media & Technology

Satellite channels, Radio, Flat-screen TV, TV, Cable channels

Kitchen

Kitchen, Stovetop, Washing machine, Electric kettle, Cleaning products, Microwave, Refrigerator, Toaster, Dining table, Wine glasses, High chair, Dryer, Kitchenware, Oven

Living Area

Sofa, Sitting area, Dining area

General

Electric blankets, Soundproof, Carpeted, Trash cans, Fan, Heating, Private entrance, Smoke Alarm

Outdoors

Terrace, Patio

View

Garden view, Quiet street view, View

Bedroom

Linens, Childrens' cribs, Alarm clock, Wardrobe or closet

Accessibility

Adapted bath, Entire unit located on ground floor

Room Amenities

Non-feather pillow, Socket near the bed
Superior One-Bedroom Apartment
Room Type: Apartment
Room Size: 32 m2
1 Twin bed(s) Bed
1 King bed(s) Bed

Bathroom

Toilet paper, Hairdryer, Shower, Towels, Free toiletries, Shampoo, Conditioner, Bathtub or shower, Private bathroom, Toilet

Media & Technology

Satellite channels, Radio, Flat-screen TV, TV, Cable channels

Kitchen

Stovetop, Washing machine, Electric kettle, Cleaning products, Microwave, Kitchenette, Refrigerator, Toaster, Dining table, Wine glasses, High chair, Dryer, Kitchenware

Living Area

Sofa, Sitting area, Dining area

General

Electric blankets, Carpeted, Trash cans, Fan, Heating, Private entrance, Smoke Alarm

Outdoors

Patio

Bedroom

Linens, Childrens' cribs, Alarm clock, Wardrobe or closet, Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft)

Accessibility

Entire unit located on ground floor

Room Amenities

Non-feather pillow, Socket near the bed

View

Inner courtyard view
Family Room
Room Type: Family
Room Size: 40 m2
2 Twin bed(s) Bed
1 Queen bed(s) Bed
Family Room

Bathroom

Toilet paper, Hairdryer, Shower, Towels, Free toiletries, Shampoo, Conditioner, Bathtub or shower, Private bathroom, Toilet

Media & Technology

Satellite channels, Radio, Flat-screen TV, TV, Cable channels

Kitchen

Kitchen, Stovetop, Washing machine, Electric kettle, Cleaning products, Microwave, Kitchenette, Refrigerator, Toaster, Dining table, Wine glasses, High chair, Dryer, Kitchenware, Oven

Living Area

Sofa, Sitting area, Dining area

General

Electric blankets, Soundproof, Carpeted, Trash cans, Fan, Heating, Private entrance, Smoke Alarm

Outdoors

Outdoor furniture, Terrace, Patio

View

Garden view, Quiet street view, View, Mountain view

Bedroom

Linens, Childrens' cribs, Alarm clock, Wardrobe or closet

Accessibility

Entire unit located on ground floor

Building Characteristics

Semi-detached

Room Amenities

Sofa bed, Socket near the bed, Non-feather pillow
One-Bedroom Apartment - Ground Floor
Room Type: Apartment
Room Size: 32 m2
1 Twin bed(s) Bed
1 Queen bed(s) Bed

Bathroom

Toilet paper, Hairdryer, Shower, Towels, Free toiletries, Shampoo, Conditioner, Bathtub or shower, Private bathroom, Toilet

Media & Technology

Satellite channels, Radio, Flat-screen TV, TV, Cable channels

Kitchen

Stovetop, Washing machine, Electric kettle, Cleaning products, Microwave, Kitchenette, Refrigerator, Toaster, Dining table, Wine glasses, High chair, Dryer, Kitchenware

Living Area

Sofa, Sitting area, Dining area

General

Electric blankets, Carpeted, Trash cans, Fan, Heating, Private entrance, Smoke Alarm

Outdoors

Patio

Bedroom

Linens, Childrens' cribs, Alarm clock, Wardrobe or closet

Accessibility

Entire unit located on ground floor

Room Amenities

Sofa bed, Socket near the bed, Non-feather pillow

View

Inner courtyard view
Two-bedroom apartment - Accessible Split Level
Room Type: Apartment
Room Size: 51 m2
2 Twin bed(s) Bed
1 Queen bed(s) Bed
2 Twin bed(s) Bed
1 Queen bed(s) Bed
1 Sofa bed Bed

Bathroom

Toilet paper, Hairdryer, Walk-in shower, Shower, Towels, Free toiletries, Shampoo, Conditioner, Bathtub or shower, Private bathroom, Toilet

Media & Technology

Satellite channels, Radio, Flat-screen TV, TV, Cable channels

Kitchen

Stovetop, Washing machine, Electric kettle, Cleaning products, Microwave, Kitchenette, Refrigerator, Toaster, Dining table, Wine glasses, High chair, Dryer, Kitchenware

Living Area

Sofa, Sitting area, Dining area

General

Electric blankets, Carpeted, Trash cans, Fan, Heating, Private entrance, Smoke Alarm

Outdoors

Patio

Bedroom

Linens, Childrens' cribs, Alarm clock, Wardrobe or closet

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only, Entire unit wheelchair accessible, Shower chair, Entire unit located on ground floor

Room Amenities

Non-feather pillow, Socket near the bed

View

Inner courtyard view
Large One-Bedroom Apartment - Ground Floor
Room Type: Apartment
Room Size: 32 m2
1 Twin bed(s) Bed
1 Queen bed(s) Bed

Bathroom

Toilet paper, Hairdryer, Shower, Towels, Free toiletries, Shampoo, Conditioner, Bathtub or shower, Private bathroom, Toilet

Media & Technology

Satellite channels, Radio, Flat-screen TV, TV, Cable channels

Kitchen

Stovetop, Washing machine, Electric kettle, Cleaning products, Microwave, Kitchenette, Refrigerator, Toaster, Dining table, Wine glasses, High chair, Dryer, Kitchenware

Living Area

Sofa, Sitting area, Dining area

General

Electric blankets, Carpeted, Trash cans, Fan, Heating, Private entrance, Smoke Alarm

Outdoors

Patio

Bedroom

Linens, Childrens' cribs, Alarm clock, Wardrobe or closet

Accessibility

Entire unit located on ground floor

Room Amenities

Sofa bed, Socket near the bed, Non-feather pillow

View

Inner courtyard view
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