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Anchor Motel

★★★ 42 Evans Street, Timaru, NZ

7.7 guest rating· 565 reviews

About this hotel

Centrally Located Accommodation

Anchor Motel & Timaru Backpackers offers self-contained units just a short stroll from Caroline Bay Beach. With a variety of unit options available, from Single Studios to Two Bedroom Apartments, there is something for every guest to enjoy.

Convenient Amenities

Enjoy the convenience of free off-street car parking and secure garage space during your stay. Additionally, guests have access to shared laundry facilities, luggage storage, and complimentary barbecue facilities.

Close to Town Centre

Located less than a 5-minute drive from Timaru town centre, Anchor Motel & Timaru Backpackers provides easy access to local attractions and dining options.

Book your stay at Anchor Motel & Timaru Backpackers now for a comfortable and convenient accommodation experience.

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One-Bedroom Apartment (sleeps 5)

Sleeps 5 · 52 m² · 3× Twin bed, Queen bed

  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchen
  • Shower
  • TV
  • Refrigerator

Spacious apartment with a kitchen and lounge area that leads to a large patio.

Five-Bedroom House

Sleeps 11 · 180 m² · 2× Twin bed

  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Additional bathroom
  • Kitchen
  • Shower

This stand alone, renovated holiday home has a private entrance, 2 satellite TVs and 2.5 bathrooms.

Standard Family Room

Sleeps 4 · 43 m² · 2× Twin bed, Queen bed

  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchenette
  • Shower
  • TV
  • Refrigerator

This quiet family room has a separate lounge, dining and kitchen area. It has satellite TV and a private bathroom.

Large One-Bedroom Apartment

Sleeps 6 · 85 m² · 4× Twin bed, Queen bed

  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchen
  • Shower
  • TV
  • Refrigerator

This spacious family room features a kitchenette/dining area and a separate lounge which opens to a large balcony. It has satellite TV and a private bathroom.

Standard One Bedroom

Sleeps 4 · 48 m² · King bed, 3× Twin bed

  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Private bathroom
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee
  • Free WiFi
  • Shower

<p><strong>1 King Bed and 3 Twin Beds</strong></p><p>517 sq feet </p><br/><p><b>Layout</b> - Bedroom </p><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi 25+ Mbps </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - 42-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Refrigerator, microwave, electric kettle, and toaster</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Blackout drapes/curtains and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Shower, towels, and a hair dryer (on request)</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Laptop workspace, iron/ironing board (on request), and dining table; rollaway beds (free) available on request</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Daily housekeeping and heating</p><p><b>Need to Know</b> - No cribs (infant beds) available, toothbrush and toothpaste not available</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>

Deluxe One Bedroom

Sleeps 3 · 42 m² · King bed, Twin bed

  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchenette
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee
  • Free WiFi

<p><strong>1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed</strong></p><p>452 sq feet </p><br/><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi 25+ Mbps </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - 42-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Kitchenette with refrigerator, stovetop, microwave, and cookware/dishware</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Blackout drapes/curtains and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Shower, towels, and a hair dryer (on request)</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Laptop workspace, iron/ironing board (on request), and wardrobe or closet; rollaway beds (free) available on request</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Daily housekeeping and heating</p><p><b>Need to Know</b> - No cribs (infant beds) available, toothbrush and toothpaste not available</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>

Two-Bedroom Apartment

Sleeps 5 · 68 m² · 2× Twin bed, Double bed

  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchen
  • Shower
  • TV
  • Hair dryer

This apartment features a private balcony with view, a kitchenette and a spacious lounge/dining area.

One Bedroom Family

Sleeps 5 · 52 m² · Queen Bed, 3× Twin bed

  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchen
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee
  • Free WiFi

<p><strong>1 Queen Bed and 3 Twin Beds</strong></p><p>560 sq feet </p><br/><p><b>Layout</b> - Bedroom </p><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi 25+ Mbps </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - 42-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Kitchen with refrigerator, stovetop, oven, and microwave</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Blackout drapes/curtains and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Shower, towels, and a hair dryer (on request)</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Laptop workspace, iron/ironing board (on request), and wardrobe or closet; rollaway beds (free) available on request</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Daily housekeeping and heating</p><p><b>Need to Know</b> - No cribs (infant beds) available, toothbrush and toothpaste not available</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>

Studio

Sleeps 1 · 15 m² · Twin bed

  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchenette
  • Shower
  • TV
  • Refrigerator

This small room includes an private bathroom, a microwave, toaster, jug and private entrance.

Single Studio

Sleeps 1 · 15 m² · Twin bed

  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchenette
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee
  • Free WiFi

<p><strong>1 Twin Bed</strong></p><p>161 sq feet </p><br/><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi 25+ Mbps </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - 42-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Kitchenette with refrigerator, microwave, electric kettle, and toaster</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Blackout drapes/curtains and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Shower, towels, and a hair dryer (on request)</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Laptop workspace, iron/ironing board (on request), and dining table</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Daily housekeeping and heating</p><p><b>Need to Know</b> - Toothbrush and toothpaste not available, no cribs (infant beds) or rollaway/extra beds available</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>

Amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Free Parking
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Pets allowed
  • Golf course
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
  • BBQ facilities
  • Cashless payment available
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Delivered food - securely covered
  • Designated smoking area
  • Fax/photocopying
  • Fire extinguishers
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  • First aid kit available
  • Food delivered to guest room
  • Guest rooms disinfected between stays
  • Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
  • Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
  • Heating
  • Key access
  • Laundry
  • Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
  • Luggage storage
  • Sanitized tableware & silverware
  • Smoke alarms
  • Staff adhere to local safety protocols

Location

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42 Evans Street, Timaru, NZ

Check-in
from 02:00 PM to 09:00 PM
Check-out
until 10:00 AM

What guests say7.7565 reviews

+ Friendly staff+ Great locationCleanliness issuesLimited amenities
Cleanliness6.6
Service9.1
Location8.6
Room Quality7.1
Amenities7.1
Value for Money8.1

value for money,

8.0

park the car the front of your room

N/A

Bing · AU · 2026-04-04

Guest review

7.0

Dated but clean and comfortable

Humbar · NZ · 2026-04-03

Enjoyed my one night stay and will be staying on my return trip.

9.0

Roomy, well equipped, older style motel. Excellent value for money. friendly helpful staff. Great location

Traffic noise but being beside a busy road that's unavoidable.

Chris · NZ · 2026-03-31

Guest review

8.0

Very clean, staff were great, friendly and helpful.

Wifi was on the slow side.

Martin · GB · 2026-03-25

Ok value for last minute.

8.0

Close to shops.

Shower was ineffective.

Wendy · AU · 2026-03-24

Good to know

Guests arriving outside front desk opening hours are kindly requested to inform the hotel in advance. Contact details can be found in the booking confirmation. 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.

A deposit may be required at the property.

Parking

Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

Pets

Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

Internet

WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Groups

No special conditions apply for groups.

Children and extra bed policy

Children of any age are allowed.

Children up to and including 2 years old stay for NZD 30 per person per night when using an available cot.

Children up to and including 17 years old stay for NZD 30 per person per night when using an existing bed.

You haven't added any extra beds.

Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.