Northpark Motel

3.5 star property

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Sports bar
Property entrance
Superior Studio | Shared kitchen facilities
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Lobby sitting area

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Bar
  • Laundry room
  • Housekeeping
The current price is NZ$182
includes taxes & fees
28 June - 29 June

Explore the area

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Cnr Hilton Highway & Washdyke Flat Road, Timaru, 7910
  • Place, Washdyke Lagoon Wildlife Refuge
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, DB Brewery
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, South Canterbury Museum
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Airport, Timaru (TIU-Richard Pearse)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Studio

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • 21 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Superior Studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Family Studio, Multiple Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 21 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Timaru

At Northpark Motel you'll be within just a 15-minute stroll of DB Brewery and Washdyke Lagoon Wildlife Refuge. Highlights at this motel include a restaurant, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .The family restaurant, Ascot Sportshouse & Eater, serves local cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and laundry facilities. .With a stay at this 3.5-property class Washdyke motel, you'll be 3.4 km (2.1 mi) from Dashing Rocks Beach and 3.5 km (2.2 mi) from Ashbury Park.

What's nearby

  • Washdyke Lagoon Wildlife Refuge - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • DB Brewery - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Caroline Bay Beach - 13 min drive - 5.1 km
  • Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden - 19 min drive - 8.3 km
  • South Canterbury Museum - 19 min drive - 8.7 km

Getting around

  • Timaru Station - 10 min drive
  • Timaru (TIU-Richard Pearse) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Burger King - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Sopheze - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Benny's Again! Restaurant - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Kfc - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Old Bank Cafe And Bar - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Northpark Motel

Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. Northpark Motel also features laundry facilities, express check-in, and express check-out. Self parking is free.

This 3.5-star Timaru motel is smoke free.

  • 28 guestrooms or units
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Northpark Motel offers 28 accommodations with a hairdryer and free toiletries. Televisions come with satellite channels. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and microwaves. Bathrooms include a shower.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

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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

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Ascot Sportshouse & Eater

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Lift
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laundry detergent
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2.5 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 8:30 AM - 7:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside normal check-in hours will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; 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
At check-in, guests must provide either a negative COVID-19 test result or a record of full COVID-19 vaccination
Negative COVID-19 test result requirement applies to all guests aged 12 and over, and test must have been administered no more than 72 hours prior to check-in; COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 12 and over; guests must have received complete vaccination at least 3 days prior to check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code, front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.5 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

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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector and a security system
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and American Express. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector and a security system in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. At check-in, guests must provide either a negative COVID-19 test result, or a record of full COVID-19 vaccination. The negative COVID-19 test result requirement applies to all guests aged 12 and over, and the test must have been administered no more than 72 hours prior to check-in. COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 12 and over; guests must have received complete vaccination at least 3 days prior to check-in.

Property Registration Number 121-177-404

We should mention

  • 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

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Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Northpark Motel?

Yep, Northpark Motel has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at Northpark Motel?

As of 27 Jun 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Northpark Motel on 28 Jun 2026 start from NZ$182, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Are there any beaches close to Northpark Motel?

The closest beach to Northpark Motel is Caroline Bay Beach (3.8 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Northpark Motel?

No, Northpark Motel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Northpark Motel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves local cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Northpark Motel?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Northpark Motel?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Northpark Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 32 out of 80 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 34 out of 80 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 80 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 80 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 80 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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8/10 Good

Debbie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, staff lovely
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean with comfortable bed. Enjoyed restaurant at location and close to town
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Annette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Welcomed to check in early and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Karin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and clean and quiet
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Fleur

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Was a great place to stay, clean friendly the restaurant had amazing food
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ross

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Really convenient, great staff and plenty of dinning options.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

Joy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Our room was very good and kept very nice by cleaners each day. Access to restaurant underneath is a bonus.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Conveniently on thr main road. Really appreciated the lift to get upstairs
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Arahina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good price , great food
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
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6/10 Okay

Janna

Liked: Staff & service
Great staff and room was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Laetitia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice people lived the place going bck again today
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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8/10 Good

Johan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay, loved having the option of a lift, room was a tad small but was all good
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
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8/10 Good

Joy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Office and cleaning staff very helpful and friendly. Great being so close to a good restaurant.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
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8/10 Good

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was close to food and had a restaurant downstairs
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Fran

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Having the restaurant right next door was great, service and food was amazing. The room we had at the hotel was lovely and quiet and very clean. We would certainly return again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
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8/10 Good

Aaron

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

Good

Good motel
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
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6/10 Okay

Jeni

Liked: Amenities
Good clean room but location long way out of town in industrial setting.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
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8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean tidy room. Apart from the bed being too hard for my liking very nice place
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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8/10 Good

Rebeca

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is on top of a bar and near to a store. Super convenient.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
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8/10 Good

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I wasn’t a huge fan of the stairs lol but we had a really good stay. It suited our needs really well
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
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6/10 Okay

CHI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean and average
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
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4/10 Poor

HUI MIN

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amentities can be improved.
Verified

8/10 Good

Janice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The assistant was very helpful especially care of my bike and use of the lift.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Industrial area and staff at the nearby hotel who do not tell the truth
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023