Blue Dolphin Motel

Location: 40 Evans Street, Timaru, nz

Star Rating: 3 Stars

Property Type: Motels

About this Property

Important Information

Policies

Check-in: 02:00 PM - 09:30 PM

Check-out: 10:00 AM

Amenities & Facilities

• Offsite parking discounted rates available
• Parking
• Non-smoking rooms
• Terrace
• Family rooms
• Luggage storage
• Fax/photocopying
• Soundproof rooms
• Facilities for disabled guests
• Ironing service
• Non-smoking throughout
• Wheelchair accessible
• Baby safety gates
• Paid WiFi
• Outdoor furniture
• Staff adhere to local safety protocols
• Guest rooms disinfected between stays
• Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
• Fire extinguishers
• First aid kit available
• Invoice provided
• Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
• Smoke alarms
• CCTV outside property
• Television in common areas
• Golfing on site
• Snorkeling on site
• Tennis lessons on site
• Self parking (surcharge)
• Offsite parking discounted rates available
• Internet access
• Housekeeping on request
• Japanese garden
• Secured parking
• Golf cart
• Fishing nearby
• Beach toys
• Bulk dispenser for toiletries
• Paddle boating nearby

Rooms Available

• Family Room

  This spacious, carpeted apartment has a private patio with garden views and an open lounge area with a single bed, a double sofa bed and an arm chair. The dining area has a table and four chairs. There is a fully equipped kitchen with an oven, microwave and tea/coffee making facilities. The room also includes heating and a fan, a separate bathroom with a shower and a toilet, electric blankets opening double glazed windows and a digital satellite TV. Extra bedding and pillows are available. There is a single bed and a double bed in the bedroom.

  Max Occupancy: 5 (4 Adults)

  • Shower
  • TV
  • Fax
  • Hair dryer
  • Kitchenette
  • Radio
  • Refrigerator
  • Seating Area
  • DVD player
  • Fan
  • Toilet
  • Microwave
  • Washing machine
  • Private bathroom
  • Heating
  • Satellite channels
  • Kitchen
  • Private entrance
  • Sofa
  • Alarm clock
  • Dining area
  • Electric kettle
  • Tumble dryer
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Oven
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster
  • Cleaning products
  • Electric blankets
  • Terrace
  • Linen
  • Dining table
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
  • Semi-detached
  • Toilet paper
  • Sofa bed
  • Bottle of water
  • Trash cans
  • Wine glasses
  • Cots
  • Shampoo
  • Conditioner
  • Socket near the bed
  • Smoke alarm

• Two-bedroom apartment - Accessible Split Level

  This split level, accessible apartment has a dining area, seating area and electric kettle.

  Max Occupancy: 7 (7 Adults)

  • Shower
  • TV
  • Fax
  • Hair dryer
  • Kitchenette
  • Radio
  • Refrigerator
  • Seating Area
  • Fan
  • Toilet
  • Microwave
  • Washing machine
  • Private bathroom
  • Heating
  • Satellite channels
  • Private entrance
  • Sofa
  • Alarm clock
  • Dining area
  • Electric kettle
  • Tumble dryer
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster
  • Cleaning products
  • Electric blankets
  • Linen
  • Dining table
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Toilet paper
  • Shower chair
  • Bottle of water
  • Trash cans
  • Wine glasses
  • Cots
  • Shampoo
  • Conditioner
  • Socket near the bed
  • Smoke alarm

• Large One-Bedroom Apartment - Ground Floor

  Featuring a private entrance, this apartment consists of 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer. In the well-equipped kitchenette, guests will find a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and a microwave. Boasting a patio, this apartment also provides a washing machine, a seating area and a flat-screen TV with cable channels. The unit offers 2 beds.

  Max Occupancy: 3 (3 Adults)

  • Shower
  • TV
  • Fax
  • Hair dryer
  • Kitchenette
  • Radio
  • Refrigerator
  • Seating Area
  • Fan
  • Toilet
  • Microwave
  • Washing machine
  • Private bathroom
  • Heating
  • Satellite channels
  • Private entrance
  • Sofa
  • Alarm clock
  • Dining area
  • Electric kettle
  • Tumble dryer
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster
  • Cleaning products
  • Electric blankets
  • Linen
  • Dining table
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
  • Toilet paper
  • Sofa bed
  • Bottle of water
  • Trash cans
  • Wine glasses
  • Cots
  • Shampoo
  • Conditioner
  • Socket near the bed
  • Smoke alarm

• Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchen (apartment 9)

  1 Queen Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

  Balcony/patio with courtyard views

  
  

  Layout - Bedroom and living room

  Internet - WiFi

  Entertainment - Cable channels

  Food & Drink - Kitchen with refrigerator, stovetop, microwave, and cookware/dishware

  Bathroom - Private bathroom, bathtub or shower, free toiletries, and a hair dryer

  Practical - Washing machine and wardrobe or closet; rollaway beds (surcharge) and cribs (surcharge) available on request

  Comfort - Heating

  Accessibility - Wheelchair accessible

  Need to Know - No housekeeping

  Non-Smoking

  Max Occupancy: 1 (1 Adults)

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower
  • TV
  • Hair dryer
  • Kitchenette
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Washing machine
  • Private bathroom
  • Heating
  • Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster
  • Toilet paper
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Balcony or patio
  • No housekeeping
  • Paper towels
  • Ice maker

• Studio

  This studio has a lounge area with a pull-out double sofa bed and a separate queen bed. It also includes a private patio, full kitchen, heater, fan and an private bathroom.

  Max Occupancy: 3 (3 Adults)

  • Shower
  • TV
  • Fax
  • Hair dryer
  • Radio
  • Refrigerator
  • Seating Area
  • Fan
  • Toilet
  • Microwave
  • Washing machine
  • Private bathroom
  • Heating
  • Satellite channels
  • Kitchen
  • Private entrance
  • Sofa
  • Alarm clock
  • Dining area
  • Electric kettle
  • Tumble dryer
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Oven
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster
  • Cleaning products
  • Electric blankets
  • Linen
  • Dining table
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
  • Toilet paper
  • Sofa bed
  • Bottle of water
  • Trash cans
  • Wine glasses
  • Cots
  • Shampoo
  • Conditioner
  • Socket near the bed
  • Smoke alarm

• Two-Bedroom Apartment - Split Level

  This split level apartment includes an open plan kitchen, a lounge room and a dining area.

  Max Occupancy: 6 (6 Adults)

  • Shower
  • TV
  • Fax
  • Hair dryer
  • Kitchenette
  • Radio
  • Refrigerator
  • Seating Area
  • Fan
  • Toilet
  • Microwave
  • Washing machine
  • Private bathroom
  • Heating
  • Satellite channels
  • Kitchen
  • Private entrance
  • Sofa
  • Alarm clock
  • Dining area
  • Electric kettle
  • Tumble dryer
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster
  • Cleaning products
  • Electric blankets
  • Linen
  • Dining table
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Toilet paper
  • Bottle of water
  • Trash cans
  • Wine glasses
  • Cots
  • Shampoo
  • Conditioner
  • Socket near the bed
  • Smoke alarm

• Two-Bedroom Apartment with Bath

  This large ground floor apartment offers a fully equipped kitchen, an open plan lounge room, a dining area and a separate bathroom. Maximum occupancy is 8 (see Hotel Policies).

  Max Occupancy: 5 (5 Adults)

  • Shower
  • TV
  • Fax
  • Hair dryer
  • Radio
  • Refrigerator
  • Seating Area
  • Fan
  • Toilet
  • Microwave
  • Washing machine
  • Private bathroom
  • Heating
  • Satellite channels
  • Kitchen
  • Private entrance
  • Sofa
  • Alarm clock
  • Dining area
  • Electric kettle
  • Tumble dryer
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Oven
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster
  • Cleaning products
  • Electric blankets
  • Terrace
  • Linen
  • Dining table
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
  • Toilet paper
  • Adapted bath
  • Bottle of water
  • Trash cans
  • Wine glasses
  • Cots
  • Shampoo
  • Conditioner
  • Socket near the bed
  • Smoke alarm

• Superior One-Bedroom Apartment

  This spacious apartment includes an open plan kitchen and a lounge/dining area.

  Max Occupancy: 3 (3 Adults)

  • Shower
  • TV
  • Fax
  • Hair dryer
  • Kitchenette
  • Radio
  • Refrigerator
  • Seating Area
  • Fan
  • Toilet
  • Microwave
  • Washing machine
  • Private bathroom
  • Heating
  • Satellite channels
  • Private entrance
  • Sofa
  • Alarm clock
  • Dining area
  • Electric kettle
  • Tumble dryer
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster
  • Cleaning products
  • Electric blankets
  • Linen
  • Dining table
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
  • Toilet paper
  • Bottle of water
  • Trash cans
  • Wine glasses
  • Cots
  • Shampoo
  • Conditioner
  • Socket near the bed
  • Smoke alarm

• One-Bedroom Apartment - Ground Floor

  This apartment has a open plan living area with a full kitchenette and a dining table with 4 chairs. There is a double or a queen bed in the bedroom. You can request your preferred bedding configuration in the Special Requests Box at the time of booking.

  Max Occupancy: 3 (3 Adults)

  • Shower
  • TV
  • Fax
  • Hair dryer
  • Kitchenette
  • Radio
  • Refrigerator
  • Seating Area
  • Fan
  • Toilet
  • Microwave
  • Washing machine
  • Private bathroom
  • Heating
  • Satellite channels
  • Private entrance
  • Sofa
  • Alarm clock
  • Dining area
  • Electric kettle
  • Tumble dryer
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster
  • Cleaning products
  • Electric blankets
  • Linen
  • Dining table
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
  • Toilet paper
  • Sofa bed
  • Bottle of water
  • Trash cans
  • Wine glasses
  • Cots
  • Shampoo
  • Conditioner
  • Socket near the bed
  • Smoke alarm

Guest Reviews

• Clifton (7/5): - Friendly staff Water pipes are loud
• Kristine (10/5): -
• Kerri (7/5): -
• Divesh (10/5): - Everything N/A
• Russell (8/5): -
• Graeme (8/5): - I chose the motel because it was close to where I want, near Caroline Bay Motel was ideal There wasn't anything that disappointed me
• Col (9/5): Most enjoyable stay. Suited our needs welll. - Clean, older style but renovated recently, roomy and quiet.
• helen (8/5): -
• Huia (8/5): Cosy - Good clean units
• Elizabeth (4/5): - The location was ideal When checking in the reception person kept going on and on about strict check out before ten but we hadn't even seen our accommodation
• David (9/5): - Very convenient for everything we needed to do, quiet and rooms we lovely. Water pressure in shower was excellent. Everything was ideal, no complaints
• Beth (8/5): -
• Mei Zh. (8/5): - 交通方便，服务周到，管理人和蔼可亲 淋浴间下水不畅，房间太靠路边，躁声大。
• Margaret (6/5): - Terrible parking
• Rob (7/5): Satisfactory - Good location The place needs a bit of refurbishment
• Sonja (6/5): -
• Sarah (6/5): - It had everything we needed for the night Noisy, the noise between the rooms was significant. The TV from one room could be heard the the next
• Peter (8/5): - Location
• Margaret (8/5): - Good location. Safe parking. Nice and spacious. Trouble with outer door.
• Ross (8/5): - Very clean, comfortable and quiet. N/A
• dawn (9/5): Super glad we chose to stay here. Would definitely stay again. - Super clean, great parking, nice room, amazing shower. We could hear the people in the room next to us while taking a shower. Maybe they were loud or perhaps the walls needed insulation. Very difficult to get out onto the road, would have been good if the back exit wasn’t chained off.
• Nellie (10/5): - Easy access on my journey
• Pritpal (8/5): - Nice and tidy room Staff wasnot friendly at all and not welcoming.
• Lahiru (5/5): - The location was good, but our first impression was very poor. I’m not sure why we were shouted at regarding the vehicle speed, especially since there was no visible speed limit signage. We entered the facility at less than 10 km/h, yet the staff spoke to us loudly about it. That was the first interaction we had with them, and it left us feeling upset for the rest of the day. The location was good, but our first impression was very poor. I’m not sure why we were shouted at regarding the vehicle speed, especially since there was no visible speed limit signage. We entered the facility at less than 10 km/h, yet the staff spoke to us loudly about it. That was the first interaction we had with them, and it left us feeling upset for the rest of the day.
• Stephen (10/5): - Friendly staff make you feel so welcome.warm and comfortable room..great location to explode.. Nothing...all last to our taste..
• Paige (8/5): Great location and very central for me personally it was very clean and all the amenities I needed! - Loved the bedrooms and the upstairs aswell was beautiful The double beds were too firm for me so I slept in the single! But it didn’t phase me too much for one night stay
• Isaiah (7/5): - Shower was crap dribbling out
• Charmaine (7/5): -
• Danielle (8/5): - Great customer service, very friendly and welcoming Parking was very tight and as it's on SH1 there was road noise.
• Kah Cheong (5/5): Good value but our experience was spoiled because the room did not have a washing machine as stated when we booked. It m - Good value. Convenient location. It was clearly stated in the booking facilities details that the room/apartment had a washing machine but it did not and the motel said that laundry was chargeable.
• Claire (10/5): -
• Megzypyne (10/5): -
• raines (7/5): -
• Judith (9/5): -
• Simranjit (9/5): -
• Mika (9/5): 清潔感がありお得 - とても綺麗に掃除されています。 メンテナンスも丁寧にされていました。 シャワールームが簡素 バスルームシンクに染みがあった
• Mohammed Rizhan (8/5): -
• Danielle (10/5): -
• Paul (8/5): Easy and comfortable. - No breakfast sought or provided. Location was very good ... central. It was appropriate for what we were paying.
• Julia (9/5): -
• Ana Luiza (9/5): - Good location. and friendly staff
• Norelle (9/5): - Lovely unit, spacious and comfortable. Very clean.
• Linda (7/5): - Clean and comfortable
• Damith gayanga (4/5): -
• Damith gayanga (6/5): -
• Donelle (9/5): Was very comfortable and convenient for us - Location was great ,the owners were very helpful and friendly Nothing
• Tania (7/5): - Staff and cleanliness Was a bit noisy from adjoining units and bathroom set up isn't great
• Garry (9/5): Clean very comfortable motel on the main route through Timaru. - Clean very comfortable motel on the main route through Timaru. Very friendly and helpful hosts. No downside to our stay.
• Don (10/5): - Room thoroughly clean
• cain (10/5): -
• Wagner (8/5): Good in general - Good place Staffs doesn’t look happy
• Sarah (10/5): -
• Warren (10/5): - Awesome value for money. A great place to stay.
• Derek (9/5): -
• Lynda (10/5): -
• Brad (8/5): - Bed was extremely comfortable Being on the main road, room was a little noisy but not but no unbearable just a low rubble
• Lynda (10/5): -
• Paul (8/5): Good value, a nice welcome and very clean - Very comfortable and clean
• noel (10/5): -
• Smith (10/5): - Clean rooms and accommodating host..
• Rowena (8/5): -
• Jeffrey (7/5): -
• Kaz (4/5): NZ Trip KW - Had to hold shower dial plate to ensure you were able to select the correct water temp, plate needs to be fixed solid to stop any bad burns.
• Karen (9/5): -
• Lynda (10/5): - Comfy beds Friendly staff
• Maureen (4/5): - The place was close to where we needed to go and the bed was comfortable The facilities are outdated and need updating. Be aware that the place is on the main highway and you hear the trucks all hours of the night and day going through town. Noise galore!
• Deborah (10/5): - Homely
• Bronte (7/5): Good location for a short stay but bring earplugs - It had good in room facilities. The main road meant it was a bit noisy. Bit dated
• Melinda (8/5): But apart from the fishy smell it was a great place to stay - Its location was perfect Previous occupants had cooked fish in the unit and it smelt fishy
• lacwisy (9/5): - Logement spacieux, bonne literie. Parking sur place Il manque un peu d'ustensiles de cuisine, mais cela n'a pas entamé notre plaisir à utiliser ce logement. Proche d'une route très passante. À l'intérieur le bruit est très atténué.
• Caroline (5/5): - New carpet and lounge suite. Beds were very comfortable Upstairs second bedroom was very hot and stuffy with a steep staircase. The bathroom was an ensuite so guests from second bedroom had to go through the main bedroom. The toilet/shower room was very cramped.
• Xiaodong (8/5): -
• Lois (6/5): Plenty of space, warm and clean. - N/A Staying as 2 individual people, the toilet bathroom was not satisfactory. Staying as a couple would have been fine.
• Brett (9/5): Had a wonderful stay, I would recommend - There was dual entry to the Motel as one of the main Hwy pass in front, access was great, extremely good value for money , Rooms are very spacious. Definitely would stay again, Accessibility was good.
• Rosina (8/5): we enjoyed our overnight stay - it was the perfect stopover I would stay their again. - The Blue Dolphin was exceptionally clean and spotless. We visited Caroline Bay beach and the motel was within easy walking distance. We were also within walking distance of many of Timaru's restaurants. It was a warm unit. The owners were very helpful. We were four mature adults and the only disadvantage was we had to walk into the downstairs bedroom to enter the shower & toilet.
• Richard (7/5): -
• Helmut (8/5): -
• David (8/5): Good for over night and close to penguins - Full kitchen. Location. Needs refreshing. Needs secure door lock fitted.
• Smeath (7/5): - Was warm and cosy Being right on shw1
• tim (10/5): -
• Jo (6/5): Pretty average accomodation. - Clean. Plenty of room and seating. Good kitchen equipment. Cramped bedroom with little room between beds. Tired-looking bathroom. Noisy, despite retro double-glazing.
• Christine (9/5): Really good value. - The motel suite is two rooms plus bathroom. Older style but very clean and comfortable. Kitchen with cooktop is very provisioned. Table and chairs as well as a three seater couch etc. second stay here and will definitely call again is in the area. Access from the main road is a little tricky but there is a rear entrance which makes up for this. Unaware of the rear entry so if it was mentioned on the booking that would be good. Otherwise all good.
• Kathy (1/5): Didn’t stay unsatisfactory for us I have had a very big operation on my leg and couldn’t climb steps - The coast motel that we got instead lovely people very helpful
• Never (8/5): Good experience - It’s a nice place with great staff
• Michelle (8/5): - Separate bedroom especially as I get up earlier than my husband.
• Pamela (10/5): Great stay and food nearby - Location,very clean.good shower and bathroom,warm and welcoming
• Eleanor (7/5): -
• Leonard (9/5): Great staff and great value - Frfiendly hosts and very clean
• Dekota (10/5): Comfy warm room and friendly staff - The staff have excellent communication they made sure to email me and call me prior for confirmation as I stated I potentially might not be able to make it for check in cut off time property is conveniently close to the main township if you wanna eat out or stop in some local bars room was good clean comfortable can't complain Nothing really I'm a simple person as long as essentials are met I'm good
• Andrew (9/5): -
• George (10/5): It is a great unit, excellent location and very comfortable - Was a comfortable unit Nothing
• Master (7/5): -
• Larry (7/5): Well located 2 bedroom 2 storey unit. - Four of us stayed in a 2 storey 2bedroom unit. Older style but clean and very comfortable beds. Good location. There was car parking but it wasn't designated and was on a first come first served basis. The only bathroom had to be accessed through the main bedroom. The photos make the unit look bigger than it actually is.
• Brian (9/5): Comfortable and enjoyable. - The staff were very helpful when we required anything and were ready to share local knowledge of what was happening around the town. The rooms was comfortable and large and everything needed was supplied. Enjoyed the stay. I do not think they can change it but the bathroom sink and mirror in the inside the main bedroom we found a little strange however not a major issue. Still thoroughly enjoyed the stay with value for money.
• GRAHAM (6/5): One night and gone. Slept ok, used ear plugs - The motel was good, recently refurbished interiors and well located. The location beside SH1 on a low descent to traffic lights meant traffic was slowing and starting right outside our room. The trucks using exhaust brakes were especially noisy.
• Salinder (8/5): It was good stay - The location was good and easy access to restaurants, Caroline bay beaches and easy to go towards lake tekapo routes. The accommodations were good, very comfortable and clean. The host wasn't pleasant as they were very rude, we asked for a fan and the reply wasn't nice and also their door knob was not working so the way the host assisted was as if we were getting scolded. But I see with the rest people they were good so is it something like racism here.
• Marilyn (10/5): Great stay and value for money - Large updated rooms
• Nicholas (8/5): -
• Johan (7/5): -
• Glenda (9/5): - Quiet. Comfortable.

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