Is this Blue Dolphin Motel pet-friendly for guests?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Check the guest reviews to learn what guests had to share.

What time is check-in & check-out at Blue Dolphin Motel?

Check-in time for Blue Dolphin Motel starts counting from 2:00 PM and check-out is until 10:00 AM. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

Does the Blue Dolphin Motel have a swimming pool?

No, this Blue Dolphin Motel does not have a swimming pool. Check the Facility Overview section for details about the pool and other available facilities.

How much does it cost per night to stay in Blue Dolphin Motel?

Best-rates for the Blue Dolphin Motel starts from $72 per night with includes Pet Friendly, Designated Smoking Area, Wheelchair Accessible, Accessibility, Guest Services, Sports/Activities, Fireplace/Heating, Parking, Balcony/Terrace, Security/Safety, Laundry, View, Child Friendly, Internet with all other facilities. matches every traveler with their perfect accommodation, whether you are traveling with a group, friends, family, or pets.

Is Blue Dolphin Motel a family-friendly place to stay?

Based on the information we have received from the owner or our partner, this is considered to be a family-friendly property. Families have rated this hotel 4 stars or guests have recommended them suitable for families. As reported by the owner or manager, the hotel has specified that children are welcome. Please see details about suitability for your family or inquire with the property to learn more.

Is the Blue Dolphin Motel wheelchair accessible or offer services for disabled guests?

Based on the information received from our partner, the Blue Dolphin Motel is wheelchair accessible. Likewise, there is an elevator specified as being available at the property. Specific accessibility details may be addressed in the property details section of this page.

What is the minimum night stay policy for the Blue Dolphin Motel?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, the Blue Dolphin Motel indicates 1 day stay policy at this hotel. Guests are cautioned that the minimum stay policy may differ based on seasonality or availability and may be at the discretion of the owner or manager.

What cancellation policy is in place for Blue Dolphin Motel?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, details for the cancellation policy for the Blue Dolphin Motel are as follows: Free cancellation Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the property description. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

Blue Dolphin Motel | Hotel in Timaru

| 7.6 (1238 Reviews) | Pet Friendly 8 Bathrooms 35 Guests

Hotel in Timaru

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.

Blue Dolphin Motel is located in Timaru.

This 13 Bedrooms Hotel is suitable for tourists and travelers. It has several amenities that would guarantee your comfort. These amenities include: Wheelchair Accessible, Accessibility, Guest Services, and several others. This is a 4 star rated property and has over 1238 reviews with the average score of 7.6 . Coming to Timaru and needing a place to stay? Be it for work or for leisure, consider staying at this Hotel for your next visit, you will surely love it.

You can check the reviews and description of this 13 Bedrooms Hotel if you want to learn more about this place in Timaru. These details are authentic, as they are provided by our partner, booking.com.

This Blue Dolphin Motel in Timaru is well equipped and has all facilities that have been listed below. Please note that these details were shared to us by booking.com for the listed “Blue Dolphin Motel”. We solely rely on their shared details and are regarded as “accurate”. If you have any concerns about the information or accuracy describing this Hotel, please let us know.

Amenities

Parking

Pet Friendly

Designated Smoking Area

View

Wheelchair Accessible

Balcony/Terrace

Accessibility

Security/Safety

Sports/Activities

Fireplace/Heating

Guest Services

Child Friendly

Internet

Laundry

Facility Overview

Parking

Private Parking

Parking on site

Accessible parking

Street parking

Parking

Free parking

Accessibility

Toilet with grab rails

Wheelchair accessible

Activities

Windsurfing

Snorkeling

Canoeing

Tennis court

Golf course (within 2 miles)

Mini golf

Beach

Fishing

Entertainment

Baby safety gates

General

Heating

Smoke-free property

Pet friendly

Paid Wifi

Designated smoking area

Wifi in all areas

Facilities for disabled guests

Family rooms

Soundproof rooms

Non-smoking rooms

Guest Services

Daily housekeeping

Fax/Photocopying

Baggage storage

Ironing service

Laundry

Invoice provided

Internet

Wifi

Internet

Outdoors

Terrace

Garden

Sun deck

Outdoor furniture

Security/Safety

CCTV in common areas

CCTV outside property

Fire extinguishers

Smoke alarms

Guest accommodation disinfected between stays

Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay

Linens, towels, and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines

Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against coronavirus

First aid kits available

Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities

Policies

Check-in

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation

Pet Policy

Pets are allowed upon request and charges may apply.

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.

Reviews

Value for money:

8.47

Location:

8.5

Staff:

8.52

Facilities:

7.89

Comfort:

8.33

Cleanliness:

8.66

nadrake

Aug 29, 2025 07:00:00 AM

Review Score: 8

New Zealand

Reviewer Type: Couple

Travel Purpose: leisure

Positive: Great location and staff. Very clean!

Negative: The pillows were terrible.

Summary: Good value motel

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Room Arrangement

Room Info	Facilities
Studio Room Type: Studio Room Size: 30 m² 1 Sofa bed Bed 1 Queen bed(s) Bed	Bathroom Private bathroom, Bathtub or shower, Shower, Toilet, Towels, Toilet paper, Shampoo, Conditioner, Free toiletries, Hairdryer Media & Technology Cable channels, Flat-screen TV, Radio, Fax, TV, Satellite channels General Heating, Carpeted, Iron, Ironing facilities, Fan, Private entrance, Trash cans, Smoke Alarm, Electric blankets Kitchen Washing machine, Cleaning products, Dining table, Toaster, Wine glasses, Electric kettle, Kitchen, Microwave, Stovetop, Kitchenware, Oven, Dryer, Refrigerator, High chair Living Area Sitting area, Dining area, Sofa Outdoors Patio, Outdoor furniture Bedroom Alarm clock, Linens, Childrens' cribs, Wardrobe or closet View Inner courtyard view, Garden view Accessibility Entire unit located on ground floor Room Amenities Non-feather pillow, Sofa bed, Socket near the bed Food & Drink Bottle of water
Two-Bedroom Apartment - Split Level Room Type: Apartment Room Size: 44 m² 1 Twin bed(s) Bed 1 Queen bed(s) Bed 1 Twin bed(s) Bed 1 Queen bed(s) Bed	Bathroom Private bathroom, Bathtub or shower, Shower, Toilet, Towels, Toilet paper, Shampoo, Conditioner, Free toiletries, Hairdryer Media & Technology Cable channels, Flat-screen TV, Radio, Fax, TV, Satellite channels General Heating, Carpeted, Iron, Ironing facilities, Fan, Private entrance, Trash cans, Smoke Alarm, Electric blankets Kitchen Kitchenette, Washing machine, Cleaning products, Dining table, Toaster, Wine glasses, Electric kettle, Kitchen, Microwave, Stovetop, Kitchenware, High chair, Dryer, Refrigerator Living Area Sitting area, Dining area, Sofa Outdoors Patio Bedroom Alarm clock, Linens, Childrens' cribs, Wardrobe or closet Accessibility Entire unit located on ground floor, Upper floors accessible by stairs only Food & Drink Bottle of water Room Amenities Non-feather pillow, Socket near the bed View Inner courtyard view
Two-Bedroom Apartment with Bath Room Type: Apartment Room Size: 59 m² 1 Sofa bed Bed 2 Twin bed(s) Bed 1 Queen bed(s) Bed	Bathroom Private bathroom, Bathtub or shower, Bathtub, Shower, Toilet, Towels, Toilet paper, Shampoo, Conditioner, Free toiletries, Hairdryer Media & Technology Cable channels, Flat-screen TV, Radio, Fax, TV, Satellite channels General Soundproof, Heating, Carpeted, Iron, Ironing facilities, Fan, Private entrance, Trash cans, Smoke Alarm, Electric blankets Kitchen Washing machine, Cleaning products, Dining table, Toaster, Wine glasses, Electric kettle, Kitchen, Microwave, Stovetop, Kitchenware, Oven, Dryer, Refrigerator, High chair Living Area Sitting area, Dining area, Sofa Outdoors Patio, Terrace View View, Quiet street view, Garden view Bedroom Alarm clock, Linens, Childrens' cribs, Wardrobe or closet Accessibility Adapted bath, Entire unit located on ground floor Food & Drink Bottle of water Room Amenities Non-feather pillow, Socket near the bed
Superior One-Bedroom Apartment Room Type: Apartment Room Size: 32 m² 1 Twin bed(s) Bed 1 King bed(s) Bed	Bathroom Private bathroom, Bathtub or shower, Shower, Toilet, Towels, Toilet paper, Shampoo, Conditioner, Free toiletries, Hairdryer Media & Technology Cable channels, Flat-screen TV, Radio, Fax, TV, Satellite channels General Heating, Carpeted, Iron, Ironing facilities, Fan, Private entrance, Trash cans, Smoke Alarm, Electric blankets Kitchen Kitchenette, Washing machine, Cleaning products, Dining table, Toaster, Wine glasses, Electric kettle, Stovetop, Microwave, Kitchenware, High chair, Dryer, Refrigerator Living Area Sitting area, Dining area, Sofa Outdoors Patio Bedroom Wardrobe or closet, Alarm clock, Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft), Linens, Childrens' cribs Accessibility Entire unit located on ground floor Food & Drink Bottle of water Room Amenities Non-feather pillow, Socket near the bed View Inner courtyard view
Family Room Room Type: Family Room Size: 40 m² 2 Twin bed(s) Bed 1 Queen bed(s) Bed	Bathroom Private bathroom, Bathtub or shower, Shower, Toilet, Towels, Toilet paper, Shampoo, Conditioner, Free toiletries, Hairdryer Media & Technology Cable channels, Flat-screen TV, Radio, Fax, TV, DVD player, Satellite channels General Soundproof, Heating, Carpeted, Iron, Ironing facilities, Fan, Private entrance, Trash cans, Smoke Alarm, Electric blankets Kitchen Kitchenette, Washing machine, Cleaning products, Dining table, Toaster, Wine glasses, Electric kettle, Kitchen, Microwave, Stovetop, Kitchenware, Oven, Dryer, Refrigerator, High chair Living Area Sitting area, Dining area, Sofa Outdoors Patio, Terrace, Outdoor furniture View View, Mountain view, Quiet street view, Garden view Bedroom Alarm clock, Linens, Childrens' cribs, Wardrobe or closet Accessibility Entire unit located on ground floor Building Characteristics Semi-detached Room Amenities Non-feather pillow, Sofa bed, Socket near the bed Food & Drink Bottle of water
One-Bedroom Apartment - Ground Floor Room Type: Apartment Room Size: 32 m² 1 Twin bed(s) Bed 1 Queen bed(s) Bed	Bathroom Private bathroom, Bathtub or shower, Shower, Toilet, Towels, Toilet paper, Shampoo, Conditioner, Free toiletries, Hairdryer Media & Technology Cable channels, Flat-screen TV, Radio, Fax, TV, Satellite channels General Heating, Carpeted, Iron, Ironing facilities, Fan, Private entrance, Trash cans, Smoke Alarm, Electric blankets Kitchen Kitchenette, Washing machine, Cleaning products, Dining table, Toaster, Wine glasses, Electric kettle, Stovetop, Microwave, Kitchenware, High chair, Dryer, Refrigerator Living Area Sitting area, Dining area, Sofa Outdoors Patio Bedroom Alarm clock, Linens, Childrens' cribs, Wardrobe or closet Accessibility Entire unit located on ground floor Room Amenities Non-feather pillow, Sofa bed, Socket near the bed Food & Drink Bottle of water View Inner courtyard view
Two-bedroom apartment - Accessible Split Level Room Type: Apartment Room Size: 51 m² 2 Twin bed(s) Bed 1 Queen bed(s) Bed 2 Twin bed(s) Bed 1 Queen bed(s) Bed 1 Sofa bed Bed	Bathroom Private bathroom, Bathtub or shower, Shower, Toilet, Towels, Toilet paper, Walk-in shower, Shampoo, Conditioner, Free toiletries, Hairdryer Media & Technology Cable channels, Flat-screen TV, Radio, Fax, TV, Satellite channels General Heating, Carpeted, Iron, Ironing facilities, Fan, Private entrance, Trash cans, Smoke Alarm, Electric blankets Kitchen Kitchenette, Washing machine, Cleaning products, Dining table, Toaster, Wine glasses, Electric kettle, Stovetop, Microwave, Kitchenware, High chair, Dryer, Refrigerator Living Area Sitting area, Dining area, Sofa Outdoors Patio Bedroom Alarm clock, Linens, Childrens' cribs, Wardrobe or closet Accessibility Entire unit wheelchair accessible, Entire unit located on ground floor, Upper floors accessible by stairs only, Shower chair Food & Drink Bottle of water Room Amenities Non-feather pillow, Socket near the bed View Inner courtyard view
Large One-Bedroom Apartment - Ground Floor Room Type: Apartment Room Size: 32 m² 1 Twin bed(s) Bed 1 Queen bed(s) Bed	Bathroom Private bathroom, Bathtub or shower, Shower, Toilet, Towels, Toilet paper, Shampoo, Conditioner, Free toiletries, Hairdryer Media & Technology Cable channels, Flat-screen TV, Radio, Fax, TV, Satellite channels General Heating, Carpeted, Iron, Ironing facilities, Fan, Private entrance, Trash cans, Smoke Alarm, Electric blankets Kitchen Kitchenette, Washing machine, Cleaning products, Dining table, Toaster, Wine glasses, Electric kettle, Stovetop, Microwave, Kitchenware, High chair, Dryer, Refrigerator Living Area Sitting area, Dining area, Sofa Outdoors Patio Bedroom Alarm clock, Linens, Childrens' cribs, Wardrobe or closet Accessibility Entire unit located on ground floor Room Amenities Non-feather pillow, Sofa bed, Socket near the bed Food & Drink Bottle of water View Inner courtyard view

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