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title: "The Coast Motel, Timaru: reviews, location & comparison"
description: "The Coast Motel in Timaru: rated 8.3 by guests, 3.5-star. Amenities, location and nearby alternatives compared side by side."
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retrieved: 2026-10-14
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Motel · ★★★★
# The Coast Motel

Maori Hill, Timaru, New Zealand

8.3 ·  Very good 68 reviews ·  #9 #9 of 14 in Timaru ·  4.0/5 on Google, 112 reviews ·  7.1 Location score
## About The Coast Motel

The Coast Motel is a motel in Maori Hill, Timaru, New Zealand. It holds a 3.5-star rating. Guests rate it 8.3 out of 10 across 68 reviews. Facilities include free parking. It is 160 m from the centre of Timaru. The nearest beach is 300 m away. The nearest airport, Timaru Airport (TIU), is 9.6 km away.

- **Type:** Motel

- **Star rating:** ★★★★

- **Check-in from:** 14:00

- **Check-out until:** 10:00

- **Rooms:** 11

- **Floors:** 1

- **Other stays within 500 m:** 11

28 Evans Street, Maori Hill [coastmotel.nz](http://www.coastmotel.nz/)

## How The Coast Motel scores

Better rated than 27% of hotels in Timaru

-   Guest rating **8.3**
-   Location **7.1**
-   Beach access **9.3**
-   Public transport **3.6**

Timaru average

## Rating on Google

4.0/5

112 Google reviews

-   5★37%
-   4★31%
-   3★19%
-   2★6%
-   1★8%

From the property’s public Google Maps listing. It is shown for reference and is not part of the StayVersus score.

## Amenities

### Internet

-   Wi-Fi

### Parking & transport

-   Free parking

### In the rooms

-   Air conditioning
-   Coffee or tea maker
-   Blackout curtains

Based on the property listing at our booking partner.

## Location

- **Location score:** **7.1**/10

- **Walk grade:** **39**/100 Car recommended

- **Restaurants & cafés within 500 m:** **10**

- **Sights within 1 km:** **1**

<table class="dist" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><tbody data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest beach<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Caroline Bay Beach</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">300 m</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">5 min walk</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest station<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Timaru Station</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">1.3 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">22 min walk</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest airport<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Timaru Airport (TIU)</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">9.6 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">22 min drive</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Distance to the centre<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Timaru</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">160 m</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">3 min walk</span></td></tr></tbody></table>

### Sights nearby

-   Caroline Bay Association440 m
-   South Canterbury Museum1.1 km
-   Te Ana Māori Rock Art1.4 km

## The Coast Motel: in detail

Great care is taken to ensure guests experience comfort through top-notch services and amenities. Remain linked during your visit by utilizing the complimentary internet access available. The motel offers complimentary parking for guests who arrive with their own mode of transport. Reception services featuring express check-in or check-out are available to cater to your requirements. Need some relaxation? Your room features daily housekeeping to make your stay even more comfortable and enjoyable. In limited designated zones, smoking is exclusively permitted. Crafted for coziness, every guestroom provides an array of features, guaranteeing a tranquil night's sleep while maintaining the level of comfort. For a more enjoyable stay, select rooms at motel are equipped with linen service, blackout curtains and air conditioning. At The Coast Motel, a selection of rooms can be found that showcase unique design elements such as a separate living room. For certain chosen rooms, guests can enjoy in-room amusement like television and cable TV as a part of their stay. Rest assured that your hydration needs will be met, as some guestrooms are equipped with a refrigerator, a coffee or tea maker, instant coffee and instant tea. Maintain your cleanliness and comfort using a hair dryer, toiletries and towels available in select guest restrooms. Indulge in the numerous pursuits available at The Coast Motel. During your stay, the motel provides direct access to a beach, ensuring you remain near the sea throughout your visit.

### Compare

## Compare The Coast Motel with nearby hotels

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## Questions about The Coast Motel

### How do guests rate The Coast Motel?

The Coast Motel has a guest rating of 8.3 out of 10 from 68 reviews, which is better than 27% of rated hotels in Timaru.

### What are the check-in and check-out times at The Coast Motel?

Check-in starts at 14:00 and check-out is until 10:00.

### Is there parking at The Coast Motel?

Yes, the listing mentions free parking.

### How far is The Coast Motel from the airport?

The nearest airport, Timaru Airport (TIU), is 9.6 km away in a straight line.

### Is The Coast Motel close to the beach?

The nearest beach is 300 m from the hotel.

### How many rooms does The Coast Motel have?

The Coast Motel has 11 rooms on 1 floors.

Updated 6 Oct 2026. Data: Agoda, Overture Maps, OpenStreetMap, OurAirports and hotels' own websites. We may earn a commission from partner links; it never changes the comparison. [How we score](https://stayversus.com/en/about/)

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