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About
Blue Dolphin Motel is a 5-minute walk from Timaru’s town center and a 5-minute drive from Timaru Bus Depot. All units have a full kitchen and an open plan living area. Guests enjoy free Wi-Fi access for the first 24 hours of their stay. The heated guest rooms are equipped with electric blankets and satellite TV. The kitchen comes with a stove, a fridge and a microwave. The property offers laundry facilities and barbecue equipment. Free off-street parking is provided. Timaru Blue Dolphin Motel is a 5-minute walk from Caroline Bay Playground and Boardwalk. It is an 11-minute walk from Aigantighe Art Gallery and an hour’s drive from Oamaru.
850 Reviews
- Cleanliness
- 8.6
- Staff
- 8.1
- Location
- 8.3
What Guests Say
- “Tidy and warm.Comfy bed.”
- “Good location. Everything was clean and neat.Have everything needed for stay.”
Top Amenities
- Free Parking
- Accessible Rooms / Facilities
- Pets Allowed
- Beachfront
- Non-Smoking Rooms
Room Options
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1/4Large One-Bedroom Apartment - Ground Floor
- Alarm clock
- Bath or Shower
- Carpeting
- Children's high chair
1/4One-Bedroom Apartment - Ground Floor
- Alarm clock
- Bath or Shower
- Carpeting
- Children's high chair
1/4Two-bedroom apartment - Accessible Split Level
- Accessible bath/shower
- Accessible room
- Alarm clock
- Bath or Shower
1/2Family Room
- Alarm clock
- Balcony
- Bath or Shower
- Carpeting
1/4Two-Bedroom Apartment with Bath
- Accessible bath/shower
- Alarm clock
- Balcony
- Bath or Shower
1/4Superior One-Bedroom Apartment
- Alarm clock
- Bath or Shower
- Carpeting
- Children's high chair
1/4Studio
- Alarm clock
- Bath or Shower
- Carpeting
- Children's high chair
1/4Two-Bedroom Apartment - Split Level
- Alarm clock
- Bath or Shower
- Carpeting
- Children's high chair
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What Guests Loved
Based on 850 reviews
Pros +
- Tidy and warm.Comfy bed.
- Good location. Everything was clean and neat.Have everything needed for stay.
- Location was good
Cons -
- Tight parking areas, pull out bed not easy to pull out and uncomfortable.
- Staff was very rude. We couldn’t connect with wifi which they have provided. We all have tried and it didn’t work from each of our mobile. When we informed staff, she said you are doing wrong , no other guest complaint us and didn’t agree and generate new one again while checking out. We again tried and then also it didn’t work and we asked staff to try and then she was also unable to connect. Later she realised it was some system issue.We were only expecting staff should apologize but she didn’t apologize and was rude.
- Cleanliness - everything was dusty, especially the wardrobes and drawersTowels were smelling badThe elderly receptionist (him) was quite rude and not very friendly in his welcome.The front door and its lock are not secure, the door is very looseThe bed is not comfortable, blankets are not soft to use
Tidy and warm.Comfy bed.
Tight parking areas, pull out bed not easy to pull out and uncomfortable.
Good location. Everything was clean and neat.Have everything needed for stay.
Staff was very rude. We couldn’t connect with wifi which they have provided. We all have tried and it didn’t work from each of our mobile. When we informed staff, she said you are doing wrong , no other guest complaint us and didn’t agree and generate new one again while checking out. We again tried and then also it didn’t work and we asked staff to try and then she was also unable to connect. Later she realised it was some system issue.We were only expecting staff should apologize but she didn’t apologize and was rude.
Location was good
Cleanliness - everything was dusty, especially the wardrobes and drawersTowels were smelling badThe elderly receptionist (him) was quite rude and not very friendly in his welcome.The front door and its lock are not secure, the door is very looseThe bed is not comfortable, blankets are not soft to use
Big enough for 2 ppl. Next to the busy road, but still fine with sound proofing after closing all windows and door.
We stayed at room number 4, a bit far for loading the luggage from carpark with steps. The receptionist with expressionless face, stopping others to ask question or to talk with.
Having a bath everything was clean great separate bathroom and toiletLounge, kitchen etc had everything we needed for a nights stipover
There was a bit of a tired feeling to paintwork etc. no fans in bathroom or kitchenRight on busy road so bit noisy at night worked perfectly well for an overnight stay. Kitchen a bit cramped if we had been cooking meals for family
Really large rooms. Sitting room/kitchen, bedroom and shower all great size.
Parking area was a bit small, turning round especially, although to be fair there are two exits so you don't need to turn round.Bit strange that the wash basin was at the foot of the bed, but not a problem as I was alone.
Room was warm and clean, although sheets Abit stained but still okLocation very central, near supermarket as wellWifi strong
Receptionist couple were not the friendliest individuals and they hate to repeat themselvesOtherwise, a decent place.
on-site laundry, kitchenette
located on highway with loud traffic. hot water valve in bathroom too hot. overall, a worn out facility.
Off street parking was a bonus. The location was excellent. Value for money was good. The 2 bedroom feature was excellent for our needs.
Comfortable sized unit, nice and clean, ideal for one night stopover.
Wash basin in separate location to shower was abit unusual but not a massive problem.
Beds were comfortable the unit was clean
Location of bathroom, it was like a train going through the bedroom at night every time the sliding door moved and the fact that you had to walk through a bedroom to get to it, it is too small. The stairs are too steep one of our ladies slipped down the stairs in the middle of the night.
Spacious and well-equipped. Great location.
A bit dated but very practical
Clean, comfy bed, good location close to Caroline Bay, back row unit away from road noise
quiet despite by a very busy roadseparate bedroomexcellent room servicefamous bakery across the roadgood heating for roomkitchen and dining area very goodclose to the swimming pool and Caroline Bay gardens
no recycling
Comfortable bed
Cold and couldn’t find heating
Nice big lounge and room, had what was needed and the bed was great
Very clean, comfortable.
TV reception not great
Would not recommend
Although there were hardly any other people staying there we had a room beside a noisy service area. No decent TV and limited WIFI.
Road works made access difficult. One sky channel. Advised due to atmospheric conditions when not a cloud in sky.
Beds comfortable, clean, but access not good and main Rd noisy.
Amenities & Policies
Amenities
Swimming & Soaking
- Beachfront
Transportation
- Free Parking
- Accessible parking
Health & Safety
- Health Services
- Daily disinfection
Accessibility
- Handicapped Rooms/Facilities
- Accessible toilet
- Facilities for disabled guests available
- Wheelchair accessible
Kid Friendly
- Family Friendly
General
- Pets Allowed
- No Smoking Rooms/Facilities
Guest policies
| Check-in | After 2:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Check-out | Before 10:00 AM |
| Parking | Free parking is available. |
| Children & Extra Beds | Children of all ages are welcome. Children of age 0 to 2 can stay with cot, subject to additional charges. Children of age 2 and above can stay with extra bed, subject to additional charges. |
| Pets | Pets are allowed upon request. Charges may apply. |
| Room Rates | All rates displayed are for two guests unless otherwise noted. |
Important info
If you expect to arrive outside reception opening hours, please inform Blue Dolphin Motel in advance, using the contact details found on the booking confirmation. For guests staying for more than 2 nights, the property is able to provide a drop off service to the airport or bus depot. This service is only available upon request.Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation. Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Location
40 Evans Street, Timaru
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