Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 11, 2026
Richard
Richard, 1-night trip
The Grosvenor
3.0 star property
Hotel with casino, near Caroline Bay Beach
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Located near Caroline Bay Beach, The Grosvenor offers a vibrant retreat with a casino featuring 18 slot machines and VIP room. Savor breakfast, lunch, or dinner at the on-site restaurant TGB and stay connected with in-room WiFi.
Reviews
8.08.0 out of 10
Very good
Popular amenities
- Free WiFi
- Bar
- Laundry facilities
- Non-smoking
Main amenities (12)
Main amenities (12)
- Daily housekeeping
- Near the beach
- Casino
- Restaurant and bar/lounge
- Breakfast available
- Room service
- Business center
- Front-desk safe
- Laundry service
- Self-serve laundry
- Conference space
- Luggage storage
Feel at home (6)
Feel at home (6)
- Private bathroom
- Television
- Daily housekeeping
- Laundry facilities
- Coffee/tea maker
- Free self parking
The current price is $91
$91
$105 total
includes taxes & fees
May 17 - May 18
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Suite
9.89.8 out of 10
Exceptional
6 reviews
(6 reviews)
- 30 sq m
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 2
- 1 Queen Bed
- Free WiFi
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Executive Room, Non Smoking
9.69.6 out of 10
Exceptional
23 reviews
(23 reviews)
- 17 sq m
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 2
- 1 King Bed
- Free WiFi
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Economy Double Room
10.010.0 out of 10
Exceptional
1 review
(1 review)
- 13 sq m
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 2
- 1 Double Bed
- Free WiFi
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About the neighborhood
26 Cains Terrace, Timaru
What's nearby
- South Canterbury Museum - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
- Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
- Caroline Bay Beach - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
- Ashbury Park - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
- Timaru Lighthouse - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
Getting around
- Timaru (TIU-Richard Pearse) - 16 min drive
- Timaru Station - 3 min walk
Restaurants
- Burger King - 10 min walk
- Sopheze - 3 min walk
- Kfc - 4 min drive
- Istanbul Turkish Kebabs - 2 min walk
- Old Bank Cafe And Bar - 3 min walk
About this property
The Grosvenor
The Grosvenor features a casino and puts you within a 15-minute walk of Caroline Bay Beach. For a bite to eat, guests can check out TGB, which serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Also, this hotel is within a short drive of DB Brewery. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.
At a glance
Hotel size
- 49 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
- Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
- Express check-out available
- Minimum check-in age: 18
- Check-out time is 10 AM
- Contactless check-out available
- Late check-out subject to availability
Special check-in instructions
- The property charges 2.5 percent for credit card payments
- The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
- Front desk staffed during limited hours
- This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
- Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Required at check-in
- Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
- Government-issued photo ID may be required
- Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
- No cribs (infant beds)
Pets
- Pets not allowed
Internet
- Free WiFi in public areas
- Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
- Free uncovered onsite self parking
Other information
- Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
- Full breakfast (surcharge) 7:00 AM–9:00 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM–9:30 AM on weekends
- Restaurant
- Bar/lounge
- Room service (limited hours)
What to do
- Pool table
- Beach nearby
Working away
- Business center
- Conference space (1787 square feet)
Services
- Front desk (limited hours)
- Dry cleaning/laundry services
- Luggage storage
Facilities
- Safe-deposit box at front desk
- Casino
- Casino gaming table
- 18 casino slot machines
- Casino VIP room
- Banquet hall
Room amenities
Be entertained
- 32-inch flat-screen TV
- Digital TV channels
Home comfort
- Coffee/tea maker
- Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
- Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
- Private bathroom
- Shower only
- Free toiletries
- Hair dryer
- Towels
- Toilet paper
Stay connected
- Desk
- Free WiFi
- Free local calls
More
- Daily housekeeping
- In-room safe
Special features
Dining
TGB - This restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Awards and affiliations
Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
- Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately NZD 13.00 to 24.00 for adults, and NZD 13.00 to 24.00 for children
- Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
- Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 2.5 percent
Renovations and closures
The following facilities are closed on Christmas Day and New Year's Day:
- Bar/lounge
- Business center
- Casino
- Dining venue(s)
- Front desk
- Laundry facilities
- Meeting facilities
Policies
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club
Cashless transactions are available.
National rating
Rating provided by Qualmark®, source of official star ratings for accommodation in New Zealand.
Also known as
Grosvenor Hotel Timaru
Grosvenor Timaru
The Grosvenor Hotel
The Grosvenor Timaru
The Grosvenor Hotel Timaru
Frequently asked questions
Does The Grosvenor offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Grosvenor does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at The Grosvenor?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at The Grosvenor?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Grosvenor?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Express check-out and contactless check-out are available.
Is there an onsite casino at The Grosvenor?
Yes, the 2422 square-foot casino features 18 slot machines and 1 gaming table.
What is there to do at The Grosvenor and nearby?
The Grosvenor has a casino.
Are there restaurants at or near The Grosvenor?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, TGB.
What's the area around The Grosvenor like?
The Grosvenor is a short 3-minute walk from Timaru Station and 6 minutes' walk from South Canterbury Museum.
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Reviews
The Grosvenor Reviews
8.0
Very Good
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8.2
Cleanliness
8.2
Location
8.4
Staff & service
7.2
Property conditions & facilities
Guest review summary
What guests liked
- Parking was easy and free, with some rooms offering great views of the surrounding area. (7 reviews)
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Popular mentions
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Elevator
Bar
Outdoor
Reviews
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 1, 2026
Rooms are clean and modern with nice high ceilings, lots of natural light in the bathroom. Location was very quiet Saturday night, easy parking across the street.
Julie
Julie, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 17, 2025
Fantastic staff, clean, big room, meals are excellent
Stephanie
Stephanie, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 27, 2025
Absolutely loved my stay here, the staff were amazing and the room was very clean, neat and tidy with everything I needed plus the location was great! Would definitely stay here again
Clinton
Clinton, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jan 10, 2026
Very friendly and helpful staff. Rooms comfortable. Central location with parking.
Joy
Joy, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 9, 2026
Staff were very friendly and helpful. The room was recently upgraded and very clean and functional.
Gina
Gina, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Nov 28, 2025
Very clean and the people were incredibly helpful. Excellent pub and restaurant pub
Tracey
Tracey, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 12, 2025
very nice place to stay, quiet and the restaurant food is good
Very clean and great new rooms
Trevor
Trevor, 1-night trip
Verified
4/10 Fair
Feb 5, 2026
Bordering on terrible. Who writes the reviews - friends & family of the owners? Two stars rather than one as the room was a good size, the laundry facilities were great and the breakfast was nice. But basic in the extreme with no hands towels or tissues, loo that was difficult to flush and the killer: isalmost next to atraintrack and the noisy poo rt.
ANNE
ANNE, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 27, 2025
Great parking, spacious room and good location to shops. Our view of the port was great too.
Annette
Annette, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
May 7, 2025
Close to a fabulous beach to view the tiny blue penguins .. and in the central city close to shops. Great restaurant and happy staff
Ramon
Ramon, 1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Aug 8, 2023
Great food at the Pub!
Troy
Troy, 1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Oct 1, 2025
Friendly staff,enjoyed a late cheak out . Clean bed and bathroom. Comfortable large room and bathroom. Opening windows.
OLIVIA
OLIVIA, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 26, 2024
Thank you, we were only in for one night, but enjoyed the use of the warm, clean room with all ammenities covered. Will definitely stay again.
Shane
Shane, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 23, 2024
Beautiful hotel room, charming view, friendly and helpful staff. We wished we were staying longer!
Katherine
Katherine, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 8, 2025
Spacious, modern room, friendly staff and central to downtown Timaru. Would recommend!
Frazer
Frazer, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 10, 2025
Lovely (part) restored hotel in very convenient location. Very comfortable roomy room.
Jeni
Jeni, 1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Oct 10, 2025
The room and its fixtures were all brand new so while the building looks old with its ancient lift the rooms were very modern which was nice!! As a side note, The town is very sleepy so don’t expect much activity, hustle n bustle after 5 pm and Sundays most shops etc are closed.
Sunny
Sunny, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 10, 2024
Staff very helpful and were pleased with our clean room. Very comfy beds
Angela
Angela, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 25, 2024
Very happy with my stay, short but no issues, nicely appointed room.
Benjamin
Benjamin, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 24, 2025
The grosvenor has a unique charm that’s inviting.
The room was clean and comfortable.
Emily
Emily, 1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
May 9, 2024
Good stay.
We had a refurbished room - bed excellent.
Meals were very good.
Would stay again.
Alan
Alan, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 26, 2025
Beautiful old hotel tastefully renovated. Easy walking distance to shops, restaurants etc but we dined in and had a magnificent meal.
Stephen
Stephen, 1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Jan 27, 2025
Nice hotel with a renovated upper level which we stayed in. Room was very spacious. Convenient location & easy free parking.
Casey
Casey, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 20, 2024
Great location
Great location. Quiet room with blackout curtains.
Very impressed with meals at restaurant
Sharlene
Sharlene, 1-night trip