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Cedar Lodge Motel

3.0 star property

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Enjoy meals in the kitchen with a stainless steel range and adjacent dining area featuring a geometric centerpiece.
Cozy living space with a kitchenette, sofa, and coffee table.
Relax in a spacious room with a large bed, sofa, and desk, perfect for work or unwinding.
Guests enter through door 6, where a seating area with a table and chairs awaits.
Enjoy cooking in this well-equipped kitchen with a stove, microwave, and sink.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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36 King Street, Timaru, 7910
  • Timaru Public Hospital
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • South Canterbury Museum
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Caroline Bay Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Timaru (TIU-Richard Pearse)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard One Bedroom Unit

Standard One Bedroom Unit | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Standard One Bedroom Unit

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

View all photos for Superior One Bedroom Unit

Superior One Bedroom Unit | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Superior One Bedroom Unit

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Two Bedroom Unit

Two Bedroom Unit | Living area | 32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels, TV

Two Bedroom Unit

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed

View all photos for Studio Queen

Studio Queen | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Studio Queen

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About this property

Cedar Lodge Motel

Motel with free parking, steps from Botanical Gardens
This motel features dry cleaning, laundry facilities and barbecues. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided.
Cedar Lodge Motel offers 15 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Rooms open to furnished patios. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Fridges and microwaves are provided.

This Timaru motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and free toiletries. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

During your stay at Cedar Lodge Motel, you're just a quick walk from Botanical Gardens. Enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking, plus breakfast (surcharge).
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self-parking
  • Continental breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry and luggage storage
  • Steps from Botanical Gardens and 10 minutes on foot from Timaru Public Hospital
As a guest of Cedar Lodge Motel, you'll find barbecue grills, laundry facilities, and dry cleaning/laundry services. WiFi is free in public spaces. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Timaru motel.

For a fee, guests can enjoy a continental breakfast daily from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: NZD 15 for adults and NZD 15 for children

Family friendly

  • Free cot
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 2 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

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.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately NZD 15.00 for adults and from NZD 15.00 for children

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, debit cards and cash
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, 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 - 8:00 PM.
To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property at least 24 hours prior to arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests arriving after 8:00 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with check-in information. 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

  • One child aged 2 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our ratings system.

Property is also known as

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Cedar Lodge Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 89 out of 119 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 26 out of 119 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 119 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 119 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 119 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cory

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janice, Rangiora

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay, very nice motel.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clair

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and updated. Everything we needed
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jenny

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This property was clean and comfortably for our overnight stay. A big bonus with this property is the free laundry on sight
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Fahad, Ithaca

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff. Good size rooms. Smooth check in process. Some rooms has smell.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The manager was so lovely. Room and grounds very clean and lovely gardens. Was staying for work and the motel was exactly what I needed. Would recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kousik

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gem of a property! Well maintained and in a lovely location. Friendly staff!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Robbie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Meng

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

VINITA

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Large spacious bedrooms. Well stocked kitchen.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Hayley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff were absolutely amazing and so was the room itself. Just had a funny smell outside.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
My toddler and I had a great stay. It was warm, clean and tidy and the porta cot was fantastic! The staff also gave us a box of toys for her to play with and she loved the whole trip.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alister

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

Great stay

Great place to stay - clean comfy well positioned, quiet and great beds Recommend it as a place to stay
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Abdul

Liked: Amenities
A seamless checkin with very helpful staff. Bed was awesome and felt very rested overnight
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

narissa

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked the affordability for 3 beds especially 2 king size beds and kitchen facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

William, Grove Hill

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a quiet spot given it is right next to the highway. The service was amazing! Such a great place for families because it is so close to the botanic gardens and the playgrounds there.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Gwen

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024