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Panorama Motor Lodge

3.0 star property

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Studio | Balcony view
Deluxe One Bedroom Suite | Blackout curtains, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Exterior
Two Bedroom Suite | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker
Studio | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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52 The Bay Hill, Timaru, 7910
  • Place, Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Caroline Bay Beach
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, South Canterbury Museum
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Timaru (TIU-Richard Pearse)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Room options

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Studio | Blackout curtains, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Studio

7.0 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Superior One Bedroom Suite | Balcony view

Superior One Bedroom Suite

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 38 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Two Bedroom Suite | Blackout curtains, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Two Bedroom Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 56 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Single Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed

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Deluxe One Bedroom Suite | Blackout curtains, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe One Bedroom Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 38 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Accessible studio | Blackout curtains, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Accessible studio

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

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Sauna studio | Blackout curtains, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Sauna studio

  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Internal studio | Blackout curtains, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Internal studio

  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About this property

Panorama Motor Lodge

Suburban motel in Timaru with free parking
Access to hot tub, laundry facilities and free self-parking are available at this motel. WiFi in public areas is free.
Panorama Motor Lodge offers 30 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and microwaves.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. 40-inch flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and fans. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Recreational amenities at the motel include Access to hot tub.
During your stay at Panorama Motor Lodge, you're just a quick walk from Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden. 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
  • Amenities include laundry facilities and a terrace
  • Steps from Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden and 10 minutes on foot from South Canterbury Museum
Panorama Motor Lodge offers its guests a hot tub, a terrace, and laundry facilities. Public spaces have free WiFi. 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 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM.

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
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: NZD 17.50 for adults and NZD 17.50 for children

Things to do

  • Hot tub

Family friendly

  • Dining table
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • 2 floors
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

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

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Fan
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 3 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 30.0 per night.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for NZD 30.0 per stay.

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 17.50 for adults and from NZD 17.50 for children
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 30.0 per stay
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 30.0 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3 per cent

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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
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 48 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 must contact the property in advance for 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

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Panorama Motor Lodge TIMARU
Panorama Motor TIMARU
Panorama Motor
Panorama Motor Lodge Motel
Panorama Motor Lodge Timaru
Panorama Motor Lodge Motel Timaru

Reviews

Panorama Motor Lodge Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 63 out of 116 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 35 out of 116 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 16 out of 116 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 116 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 116 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Liz

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good facilities, clean, welcoming
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Stephen

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Reece

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great spot
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Highly recommend staying here, Gorgeous views, spacious rooms, everything you need. will definitely stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vicki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Well maintained and spacious with good heating and other facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rob

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

Service beyond your usual.

Super helpful service even called me post checkout offering to courier a jacket to us that we'd left behind in the room. Good operators.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ikko

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good service and friendly
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shaaron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The accommodation was very convenient to town and restaurants at the end of carpark over road to Carolyn bay just excellent. Was a wonderful view and lady was very helpful and friendly and made a lovely continental breakfast, recommend to all
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

dianne

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

8/10 Good

Sammie, Diamond bar

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
nice location, walkable to the little penguins, which we unfortunately missed.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Only stayed one night but excellent room with a nice view and very spacious. Great location and easy walk to drinking and dining options.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and modern. We loved the kitchenette!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

SHANE

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Good location

The location was very good.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charles

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

Would stay again

Check-in was quick, and friendly. Room was clean and well equipped. Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great service, cosey room with spa bath, just what my partner and I needed and great dining options right beside the motel
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Thanks for a good stay

Good stay for an overnight trip in Timaru. Bed was beautifully firm and towels were nice and fluffy. Good that we had a kitchen space to meal prep for further travel days. Location was perfect for Caroline bay , a little road noise but it didn’t worry us.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bradley, Dunrobin

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

XIAOBAI

This place is very close to the beach and parking is not bad. Yet you need to pay attention to your arrival time. No late than 8pm or you have to figure your way to contact them — no off-hour checkin guidance. Staffs are very rude. If you decide not to renew your stay, check out at 10 am or before — they won’t give you any warning before threatening to charge late fee.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Graeme

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed in a sauna room which was very pleasant. Dined at the nearby Pier 64, which was nice. Short walk to see the Penguins!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place, very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gustaf

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location and views. Several restaurants in the same block. Nice walk downtown.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Renata

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024