Geraldine Motels

3.0 star property

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Upstairs Studio Unit with Balcony | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Deluxe Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker
Reception
Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Living area | Flat-screen TV

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Laundry room
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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97 Talbot Street, Geraldine, 7930
  • Place, Geraldine Historical Society Museum
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Talbot Forest Scenic Reserve
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Geraldine Observatory
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Timaru (TIU-Richard Pearse)
    ‪27 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Superior Studio

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Deluxe Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 3 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Upstairs Studio Unit with Balcony

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(14 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room

  • Sleeps 5
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Geraldine Motels

This smoke-free motel features laundry facilities, a garden and barbecues. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a picnic area. Housekeeping is available on request.
Geraldine Motels offers 12 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Accommodation at this 3-star motel has kitchens with fridges, stovetops and microwaves. Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries.

This Geraldine motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels. Housekeeping is offered on request and change of towels can be requested.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.
Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Geraldine Motels. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Geraldine Historical Society Museum. Features include free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking, plus laundry facilities. This property offers pet-friendly amenities, such as an off-lead area.
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self-parking
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • On-site recreation includes a playground
  • Just a 5-minute walk from Geraldine Historical Society Museum and 10 minutes on foot from Talbot Forest Scenic Reserve
  • Dogs welcome for a fee (restrictions apply)
  • Pet-friendly amenities are available, including an off-lead area
As a guest of Geraldine Motels, you'll find barbecue grills, a garden, and a picnic area. WiFi is free in public spaces. Self parking is free.

This 3-star Geraldine motel is smoke free.


Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Things to do

  • Playground

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping on request

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 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

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: NZD 20 per accommodation, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • An off-lead area is available
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Pet fee: NZD 20 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
The front desk at this property is open daily from 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM.
Guests arriving after 7:00 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

National rating

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

Property is also known as

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Geraldine Motels Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 193 out of 371 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 135 out of 371 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 33 out of 371 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 371 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 371 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jared

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Large rooms, clean and comfortable, in nice spot next to the river.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Dorothy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, friendly, peaceful relaxing.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Laurie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Geraldine is a great little town with many bright spots including the Geraldine Motel! Our stay was quick, but the Geraldine Motel was perfect for us! Very clean and the owners and staff were so welcoming and friendly!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Judith

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, good facilities & closeness to town.& walking along tje river.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean well situated accommodation.Pleasant staff. Older premises but perfectly good. Very well priced 😀
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very welcoming and helpful, pet friendly, close to town centre. The room was clean and had everything we needed including a tea pot!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Such lovely owners and I really loved the garden area and spacious unit.
Pretty rhododendron in the garden in front of the motel
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Felicity

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms with good supply of tea, coffee and milk. Quiet and a good night’s sleep.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mitchell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect venue for an overnight stay in Geraldine. Great service, walkable to the best food in town and a little playground for our toddlers at the motel
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Comfortable,clean,spacious room. Friendly helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Nina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super clean, very spacious, had everything you need. Great value. Excellent base to explore Peel Forest.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Graeme

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A great choice for a one night stay. No complaints from us.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Short stay but lovely! Great host and clean well appointed room. Thank you!!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, friendly staff , very helpful and accommodating. Quiet spot.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sue

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was a lovely handy location
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Latasha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My favourite place to stay amazing
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and super quiet
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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8/10 Good

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very Good accommodation, very near centre of town & facilities.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
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6/10 Okay

Jorge

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good condition
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Zdenek

Liked: Amenities
Super friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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6/10 Okay

Paul

Large room .A little old fashioned but practical.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay for a overnight stop, had all That we needed.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Belinda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very well equipped kitchen, heaps of hooks and bath rails in bathroom for drying towels, plenty of storage cupboards in bedrooms to put luggage away and very spacious super cosy lounge area. Would happily stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, very friendly staff, perfect location.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jillian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was perfect for our o’night stay, friendly reception, walk into the township around the corner, clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025