Located in the entertainment district, Panorama Motor Lodge is a great choice for a stay in Timaru. The Hot tub makes for a relaxing end to the day, and freebies such as WiFi and self-parking are added perks.
Languages
English
At a glance
Hotel size
30 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors
Arriving/Leaving
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 time is 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
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free uncovered on-site self-parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
On-site parking includes off-street options
Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Continental breakfast (surcharge) each morning 8:00 AM–9:30 AM
What to do
Beach nearby
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Facilities
Terrace
Hot tub
Outdoor furniture
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Room amenities
Be entertained
40-inch flat-screen TV
Satellite TV channels
Home comfort
Heating
Fan
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Blackout curtains
Soundproofed rooms
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Soap and shampoo
Hairdryer
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Phone
Food and drink
Fridge
Microwave
Stovetop
Toaster
Cookware, dishes and utensils
Dining table
Free tea bags/instant coffee
More
Daily housekeeping
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Continental breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately NZD 17.50 for adults and NZD 17.50 for children
Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 3 per cent
Children & extra beds
Cots/infant beds are available for NZD 30.0 per stay
Rollaway beds are available for NZD 30.0 per night
Policies
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms. These are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have lifts.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Cashless transactions are available.
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
Frequently asked questions
Does Panorama Motor Lodge offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Panorama Motor Lodge does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Panorama Motor Lodge?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Panorama Motor Lodge?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Panorama Motor Lodge?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM. Contactless check-out is available.
What is there to do at Panorama Motor Lodge and nearby?
Panorama Motor Lodge has 1 hot tub.
What's the area around Panorama Motor Lodge like?
Panorama Motor Lodge is a short 10-minute walk from South Canterbury Museum and 10 minutes' walk from Caroline Bay Beach.
Panorama Motor Lodge Reviews
Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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9.2/10
Cleanliness
9.0/10
Staff & service
8.8/10
Amenities
8.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.6/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
8/10 Very good
20 Dec 2024
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.
Verified traveller
1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
14 Jun 2024
Renata
Renata, 2-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
9 Jun 2024
Great location but very noisy traffic overnight. Room was well equipped and very comfortable.
Would also benefit from compendium in the room with info on local area, instructions re heater operation etc.
Denyse
Denyse, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
19 Apr 2024
Host was great, we arrived late and our unit was warm and lit, so appreciated that.
Tania
Tania, 1-night romance trip
Verified Wotif guest review
8/10 Very good
31 Mar 2024
Will be back
Noel
Noel, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
11 Mar 2024
Great location for the sea and restaurants, good kitchen, very well set up.
Nancy
Nancy, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
6 Mar 2024
Very good place to stay in Timaru
Centerally located
David
David, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
28 Feb 2024
Convenience of getting to many areas, shopping dinning etc.
Catherine
Catherine, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
3 Feb 2024
The property was well situated and had lovely views over Caroline Bay. The unit needs to be refurbished including carpet replacement. The owner was friendly and helpful.
Mark
Mark, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
28 Jan 2024
Location good
Rooms noisy by road
Eve
Eve, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
23 Jan 2024
Right on the bay. Beautiful room on 4th floor. Needed to carry bags up flight of stairs. Very nice inside. Could not figure out how to work TV. No instructions. The carnival was going on at the time so was very festive, but quiet a night. Enjoyed our stay here.
Deborah
Deborah, 2-night trip
Verified Travelocity guest review
10/10 Exceptional
7 Jan 2024
Great place
Michael
Michael, 1-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review
10/10 Exceptional
7 Jan 2024
Chris
Chris, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
5 Jan 2024
Marama
Marama, 1-night trip
Verified Lastminute guest review
10/10 Exceptional
18 Dec 2023
Catherine
Catherine, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
8 Dec 2023
Tracy
Tracy, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
2/10 Poor
29 Oct 2023
The property is below average and not somewhere I will stay again
Michael
Michael, 1-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review
10/10 Exceptional
11 Sep 2023
Kay
Kay, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
10 Sep 2023
Robyn
Robyn, 1-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review
10/10 Exceptional
27 Aug 2023
Very clean and convenient
Alison
Alison, 2-night romance trip
Verified Wotif guest review
8/10 Very good
6 Aug 2023
Enjoyed our short stay
Gavin
Gavin, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Wotif guest review
10/10 Exceptional
31 Jul 2023
Fantastic views, so handy to town, very clean and quiet
Megan
Megan, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
23 Jul 2023
Mike
Mike, 1-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review
6/10 Good
18 Jun 2023
not very soundproof units/(could hear neighbouring units flushing toilets.)
be aware the property requests you use a credit card to pay and then charge additional fees for using a credit card. be aware prices quoted on Expedia are not in local NZD they are in USD but they don't disclose that until you go to pay
Bruce
Bruce, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
13 Apr 2023
Great room, very spacious! It had everything we needed and then some!