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The Grosvenor

3.0 star property
Hotel with a casino, near Caroline Bay Beach

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Front of property – evening/night
Executive Room, Non Smoking
Bar (on property)
Casino
Reception

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
The current price is NZ$156
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec

Explore the area

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26 Cains Terrace, Timaru
  • Place, South Canterbury Museum
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Caroline Bay Beach
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Timaru Public Hospital
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Airport, Timaru (TIU-Richard Pearse)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Room options

Suite

  • Sleeps 2

Standard King Room

  • Sleeps 2

Superior Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Standard Room, Non Smoking (Single Room with 1 Single Bed)

Standard Room, Non Smoking (Single Room with 1 Single Bed)

7.8 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Superior Room, Non Smoking

Superior Room, Non Smoking

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite

Suite

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Executive Room, Non Smoking

Executive Room, Non Smoking

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(18 reviews)

Highlights

Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
In-room safe
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Executive Room

  • Sleeps 2

About the area

Timaru

At The Grosvenor, you'll be 0.9 km (0.6 mi) from Caroline Bay Beach and 6.3 km (3.9 mi) from DB Brewery. Highlights at this hotel include a casino, a restaurant and free self-parking. .The restaurant, TGB, is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. For a drink, you can stop by the hotel's own lounge bar. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. Full breakfast is available on weekdays between 7:00 AM and 9:00 AM and on weekends between 7:30 AM and 9:30 AM. .Sights within a 10-minute walk of this 3-property class Timaru Central hotel include Te Ana Maori Rock Art Centre and South Canterbury Museum.

What's nearby

  • South Canterbury Museum - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Caroline Bay Beach - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Ashbury Park - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Timaru Public Hospital - 20 min walk - 1.7 km

Getting around

  • Timaru Station - 3 min walk
  • Timaru (TIU-Richard Pearse) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Burger King - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Coffee Culture - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Noodle Canteen - ‬6 min walk

About this property

The Grosvenor

Hotel with a casino, near Caroline Bay Beach
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. There's an onsite business centre.

Public spaces have free WiFi. Event space at this hotel measures 1787 square feet (166 square metres) and includes conference space. The Grosvenor also features a casino, laundry facilities, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Self parking is free.

This 3-star Timaru hotel is smoke free.

  • 49 guestrooms or units
  • 1787 sq ft of conference space
  • 166 sq. m of conference space
  • Casino
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Grosvenor offers 49 accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include a shower, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Timaru hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include telephones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.

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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

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekends; NZD 13 to 24 for adults and NZD 13 to 24 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • TGB

Things to do

  • 18 slot machines
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Casino (2,422 square foot of space)
  • Gaming table

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 1,787 square feet of conference space
  • Business centre

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service

More

  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
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 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed for Christmas Day and New Year's Day:
  • Bar/lounge
  • Business centre
  • Casino
  • Dining venue
  • Front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Meeting facilities

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 not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

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.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately NZD 13.00 to 24.00 for adults and NZD 13.00 to 24.00 for children
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • 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
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
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, American Express and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

National rating

Rating provided by Qualmark®, source of official star ratings for accommodation in New Zealand.

Property is also known as

Grosvenor Hotel Timaru
Grosvenor Timaru
The Grosvenor Hotel
The Grosvenor Timaru
The Grosvenor Hotel Timaru

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Grosvenor?

The Grosvenor offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Grosvenor?

As of 3 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Grosvenor on 30 Nov 2025 start from NZ$155.52, 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.

Is parking available at The Grosvenor?

Yep, The Grosvenor has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to The Grosvenor?

Yep, The Grosvenor is a short 12-minute walk from Caroline Bay Beach.

Does The Grosvenor serve breakfast?

Yep, full breakfast is served weekdays from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM and on weekends from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Grosvenor?

No, The Grosvenor does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Grosvenor?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. The dining venue is closed on Christmas Day and New Year's Day.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Grosvenor?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Grosvenor?

No, only service animals are allowed.

The Grosvenor Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 232 out of 799 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 336 out of 799 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 153 out of 799 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 57 out of 799 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 21 out of 799 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Nice room, clean and quiet, personable staff. My disappointment stems from a simple issue with the TV - was not able to choose a station or show other than what was pre determined. A small issue perhaps, but dammed annoying.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

OLIVIA

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff,enjoyed a late cheak out . Clean bed and bathroom. Comfortable large room and bathroom. Opening windows.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Character hotel with a fantastic old style elevator
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

We thought their upgrades to the room had been carried out with taste. All staff in all areas where great and friendly. The bar manager was very professional and we thought went out of her way to help. Other items that might help improve. Handle in shower cubicle, would help a person with mobility problems. Repair wheel chair ramp.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location with good parking. Quiet but not far from the main road and shopping streets. Some views depending on your room. Nice character hotel. Bathroom could have been a little better but goof for an older building.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

One night stay, after a long day.

Quaint room, and we were totally beat after driving all day. Was sad we missed out on the restaurant, but we settled in and hot shower + right to sleep. Nice bed, and good little fridge to keep our road snacks for the next day. My only qualm about this place is we paid for an Executive room, and the photos online are -quite- stretched. It's a very - small room. And there is *No, soundproofing - so whoever had the cart of dishes at 6am. Thanks for that. I'd stay here again because the front desk staff were so nice! and it's a convenient location. Good amount of Parking too. Right in front of the Building. Not much open late at night, if you're hungry. But it's a nice place for a stopover or a weekend roadtrip in our book.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ramon

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to a fabulous beach to view the tiny blue penguins .. and in the central city close to shops. Great restaurant and happy staff
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Asher

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay well priced
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacques

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A beautifully renovated old building, with the perfect mixture of timeless classic architecture and modern amenities. Loved the original elevator, was quite charming, and faster than some modern elevators we’ve used. The rooms were tastefully decorated with a modern bathroom. Being on the top floor was amazing, as we had views of the ocean and port, right from the bed. The quaint restaurant was warm and inviting with its exposed brick walls. Service was top notch.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Annette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great parking, spacious room and good location to shops. Our view of the port was great too.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Janet

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nowhere in shower to stand soap, shampoo etc.. The breakfast service was non existent. If the doors to the lift(old manual) didn’t get closed properly it didn’t work.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andy

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trevor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
very nice place to stay, quiet and the restaurant food is good Very clean and great new rooms
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frazer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Spacious, modern room, friendly staff and central to downtown Timaru. Would recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Lloyd

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
great position.no information in room for tv,-local attractions-nowhere to hang clothes in room or bathroom,and shower a bit awkward for older people but would be happy to stay there again as it represents great value
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Ernest

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

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

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s a grand old hotel with lovely ceilings in the foyer in particular. The receptionists are very pleasant and welcoming. I was in a very nicely refurbished room on the second floor. Very comfortable and clean, and a really good shower with very good water pressure. I slept well, and enjoyed being close to cafes and the railway station. All in all a really nice place to stay. It will be my first choice next time I travel to Timaru.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful old hotel tastefully renovated. Easy walking distance to shops, restaurants etc but we dined in and had a magnificent meal.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The grosvenor has a unique charm that’s inviting. The room was clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Twyla

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were so friendly and amazing! Our room was big and clean! Our bed so comfy after a long day of hiking! The restaurant provided us with delicious meals! We were all so pleased and so full!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

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

Overall really good.

On arrival the reception area did not appeal too much. However the receptionist was very welcoming and friendly. Our room was on the second floor and we were so pleased with it. The whole floor has been recently refurbished and our room at the front was lovely.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeni

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely (part) restored hotel in very convenient location. Very comfortable roomy room.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne

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

Excellent Southern hospitality and kindness

We stayed 2 nights at the Grosvenor for the first and last night of our 14-day cycling holiday. Staff were extremely friendly and hospitable. Moreover they went out of their way to help us. First by allowing us to store our bike boxes, second by providing us with a bucket to clean our muddy bikes when we returned and third and most importantly helping us to catch our plane on time. We had booked a van through Timaru Taxis. However when we rang the company past our scheduled pickup time they advised us that they do not operate vans on the weekend. With less than an hour to spare prior to bag drop off Carol, one of the staff members, asked her husband to transport us and our boxes to the airport. Without their kindness we would have been stranded in Timaru for another day. Super grateful for everything
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing stay, highly recommended
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025