Blue Dolphin Motel | Hotel in Timaru

| 7.6 (1238 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: Parking, Pet Friendly, Designated Smoking Area, and several others. This is a 4 star rated property and has over 1238 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 PetFriendly 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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40 Evans Street, Timaru, 7910, New Zealand

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

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
nadrake
Aug 29, 2025 07:00:00 AM
Review Score:   8
New Zealand
Reviewer Type: Couple
Travel Purpose: leisure
Positive: Great location and staff. Very clean!
Negative: The pillows were terrible.
Summary: Good value motel
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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

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

Media & Technology

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

General

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

Kitchen

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

Living Area

Sitting area, Dining area, Sofa

Outdoors

Patio, Outdoor furniture

Bedroom

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

View

Inner courtyard view, Garden view

Accessibility

Entire unit located on ground floor

Room Amenities

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

Food & Drink

Bottle of water
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

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

Media & Technology

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

General

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

Kitchen

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

Living Area

Sitting area, Dining area, Sofa

Outdoors

Patio

Bedroom

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

Accessibility

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

Food & Drink

Bottle of water

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

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

Media & Technology

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

General

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

Kitchen

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

Living Area

Sitting area, Dining area, Sofa

Outdoors

Patio, Terrace

View

View, Quiet street view, Garden view

Bedroom

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

Accessibility

Adapted bath, Entire unit located on ground floor

Food & Drink

Bottle of water

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

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

Media & Technology

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

General

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

Kitchen

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

Living Area

Sitting area, Dining area, Sofa

Outdoors

Patio

Bedroom

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

Accessibility

Entire unit located on ground floor

Food & Drink

Bottle of water

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

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

Media & Technology

Cable channels, Flat-screen TV, Radio, Fax, TV, DVD player, Satellite channels

General

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

Kitchen

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

Living Area

Sitting area, Dining area, Sofa

Outdoors

Patio, Terrace, Outdoor furniture

View

View, Mountain view, Quiet street view, Garden view

Bedroom

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

Accessibility

Entire unit located on ground floor

Building Characteristics

Semi-detached

Room Amenities

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

Food & Drink

Bottle of water
One-Bedroom Apartment - Ground Floor
Room Type: Apartment
Room Size: 32 m2
1 Twin bed(s) Bed
1 Queen bed(s) Bed

Bathroom

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

Media & Technology

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

General

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

Kitchen

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

Living Area

Sitting area, Dining area, Sofa

Outdoors

Patio

Bedroom

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

Accessibility

Entire unit located on ground floor

Room Amenities

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

Food & Drink

Bottle of water

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

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

Media & Technology

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

General

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

Kitchen

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

Living Area

Sitting area, Dining area, Sofa

Outdoors

Patio

Bedroom

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

Accessibility

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

Food & Drink

Bottle of water

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

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

Media & Technology

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

General

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

Kitchen

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

Living Area

Sitting area, Dining area, Sofa

Outdoors

Patio

Bedroom

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

Accessibility

Entire unit located on ground floor

Room Amenities

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

Food & Drink

Bottle of water

View

Inner courtyard view

FAQ's

Is this Blue Dolphin Motel pet-friendly for guests?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Check the guest reviews to learn what guests had to share.

What time is check-in & check-out at Blue Dolphin Motel?

Check-in time for Blue Dolphin Motel starts counting from 2:00 PM and check-out is until 10:00 AM. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

Does the Blue Dolphin Motel have a swimming pool?

No, this Blue Dolphin Motel does not have a swimming pool. Check the Facility Overview section for details about the pool and other available facilities.

How much does it cost per night to stay in Blue Dolphin Motel?

Best-rates for the Blue Dolphin Motel starts from $72 per night with includes Fireplace/Heating, Guest Services, Child Friendly, Internet, Laundry, Parking, Pet Friendly, Designated Smoking Area, View, Wheelchair Accessible, Accessibility, Security/Safety, Sports/Activities, Balcony/Terrace with all other facilities. PetFriendly is committed to making every traveler feel comfortable and have the best stay, whether they are traveling solo, with a date, with a pet, or as a family.

Is Blue Dolphin Motel a family-friendly place to stay?

Based on the information we have received from the owner or our partner, this is considered to be a family-friendly property. Families have rated this hotel 4 stars or guests have recommended them suitable for families. As reported by the owner or manager, the hotel has specified that children are welcome. Please see details about suitability for your family or inquire with the property to learn more.

Is the Blue Dolphin Motel wheelchair accessible or offer services for disabled guests?

Based on the information received from our partner, the Blue Dolphin Motel is wheelchair accessible. Likewise, there is an elevator specified as being available at the property. Specific accessibility details may be addressed in the property details section of this page.

What is the minimum night stay policy for the Blue Dolphin Motel?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, the Blue Dolphin Motel indicates 1 day stay policy at this hotel. Guests are cautioned that the minimum stay policy may differ based on seasonality or availability and may be at the discretion of the owner or manager.

What cancellation policy is in place for Blue Dolphin Motel?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, details for the cancellation policy for the Blue Dolphin Motel are as follows: Free cancellation Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the property description. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

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