You’ll always feel at home in South Canterbury.
From beach-side B&Bs, hotels and motels, high country retreats to busy backpackers, there’s something for everyone and you’ll want to stay longer.
Many visitors to South Canterbury enjoy camping in one of our many holiday parks, however you’ll easily find your own level of comfort and luxury at a wide range of hotels, motels, B&Bs and lodges across the region, choices to suit every preference and budget. Standards of cleanliness and presentation are very high and you’ll find hosts both friendly and well informed about the region. High season can be busy, so book early.
Accommodation
Accommodation Types
Stay with us, choose from the many and varied accommodation providers throughout Timaru, Mackenzie and Waimate districts of South Canterbury.

Holiday Parks & Backpackers
Holiday Parks are also known as motor camps or campgrounds and offer much more than just tent or campervan sites. Great value Backpacker options.

Hotels & Motels
Options range from budget to four star, with the special needs of families, large groups or business travellers well catered for.

Lodges & Retreats
Boutique and specialised accommodation offer individuality, flair and warmth of the personal touch.

Responsible Camping
Rules & tips of freedom camping. Leave nothing behind but your footprints
Accommodation Towns
Accommodation Businesses
Find your style, location and budget from these South Canterbury accommodation providers.
Asure Scenic Route Motor Lodge Geraldine
28 Waihi Terrace, Geraldine
Baywatch Motor Lodge
7 Evans Street, Timaru
Discover Tekapo Accommodation
Tekapo Village, Lake Tekapo
Harbour View Motel Timaru
8 Evans Street, Timaru
Magnolia Cottage
69 Keane Road, Pleasant Point
Musterers Accommodation Fairlie
9 Gordon St, Fairlie
Northpark Motel
198 Hilton Highway, Timaru
Phoenix Motel
215 King Street, Timaru
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