The Fort Timaru

Hotels
8 (206 reviews)
66 Stafford Street First floor , Timaru , nz

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Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Non-smoking rooms
Terrace
BBQ facilities
Express check-in/check-out
Non-smoking throughout
Private check-in/check-out
Shared lounge/TV area
Shared kitchen
Adult only
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Review Highlights

Pros:
clean
convenient location
comfortable rooms
Cons:
smoke smell
limited breakfast options
inconsistent room quality

Categories

Cleanliness
7.75
Generally clean, but several reviews mentioned smells of smoke and inconsistent cleanliness.
Service
8.25
Hosts are responsive, but the experience can feel impersonal due to automation.
Location
8.75
Great location near amenities; guests appreciate the accessibility.
Room Quality
8.25
Rooms were comfortable and well-appointed, though some guests expected more from 'deluxe' rooms.
Amenities
7.75
Missing basic amenities such as kettle and coffee facilities which affected the satisfaction.
Value for Money
8.25
Good value for the price, though some amenities were lacking for the expected tier.
Food and Beverage
6.75
Limited breakfast options and some expressed dissatisfaction with food offerings.
Overall Experience
8.25
Experience generally positive with some drawbacks related to amenities and cleanliness.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-06 04:43

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation

Experience 4-star comfort at The Fort Guesthouse Timaru. Relax in rooms equipped with flat-screen TVs and enjoy the convenience of a shared kitchen or kitchenette.

Convenient Amenities

With free WiFi, shared lounge, and free private parking, The Fort Guesthouse Timaru ensures a hassle-free stay. Unwind at the terrace, bar, or barbecue area.

Ideal Location

Located just 1.3 km from Caroline Bay Beach and 12 km from Richard Pearse Airport, our guesthouse offers the perfect blend of relaxation and accessibility.

Book now for an unforgettable experience at The Fort Guesthouse Timaru!

Important information:

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Check-in and check-out hours:

Location

Guest Reviews

8
Based on 206 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.75
Service: 8.25
Location: 8.75
Room Quality: 8.25
Amenities: 7.75
Value for Money: 8.25
Food and Beverage: 6.75
Overall Experience: 8.25
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Andy • family_with_children • nz
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2026-04-30 • via Nuitee
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Claudia • solo_traveller • at
8
Pros:

Haben sehr kurzfristig gebucht, aber sehr guter Kontakt, obwohl spät am Abend.

2026-04-29 • via Nuitee
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Reysa Mae • extended_group • nz
10
Pros:

All

Cons:

No

2026-04-28 • via Nuitee
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Shane • extended_group • nz
9
2026-04-16 • via Nuitee
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Wayne • solo_traveller • nz
9
2026-04-16 • via Nuitee
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Jana • solo_traveller • de
10
Gerne wieder
Pros:

Sehr chice Unterkunft

2026-04-12 • via Nuitee
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Brian • couple • gb
8
2026-04-10 • via Nuitee
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Frank • couple • ca
9
Pros:

We had a large, fully renovated suite. Separate kitchen, living room and bedroom. Lots of food basics, condiments, etc.
Secure parking. Included breakfast.

2026-04-09 • via Nuitee
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AW • couple • za
7
A good night stay but the place is a bit eery.
Pros:

The room and facilities were acceptable. It was spacious and very clean. Internet was available and the shared kitchen was well equipped. Parking was available and secure and checking in worked as per instructions. We also had an attached small bathroom rather than a shared facility.

Cons:

This hotel(?) is totally personalness. There is nobody at reception or anywhere else for that matter. We appeared to be the only people there for the night which made it a bit eery. Breakfast was selfhelp continental and very sparse - toast, coffee and cereal.

2026-04-07 • via Nuitee
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Philipp • solo_traveller • de
10
2026-04-05 • via Nuitee
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Eva • solo_traveller • gb
6
Ok accommodation in Timaru
Pros:

Good size room. Decent showering facility. It is an okay place to stay for a night.

Cons:

No flexibility in check in time, it is past 3pm or nothing. Even if they tell you that your room is ready.
I messaged them and received no response on booking.
There were 2 man hanging out around the main entrance at night when I went back claiming to be staying at the same place and not finding their code but having no option to keep them out as there is no reception. It didn't feel safe.

2026-04-04 • via Nuitee
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Isobel Ann • couple • gb
7
2026-04-03 • via Nuitee
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AKIHIRO • solo_traveller • nz
10
安心のカスタマーサービス
Pros:

到着時にトラブルがありましたが、チェックインが遅い時間だったにも関わらず迅速に代替案を提案していただけたため、安心して過ごすことができました。

Cons:

到着時に部屋が清掃されていなかった。トラブルやミスは起こった後の対応が大切だと考えていますが、その後の対応が良かったたので問題なしです。

2026-04-02 • via Nuitee
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Michael • solo_traveller • fr
8
2026-04-01 • via Nuitee
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Rae + Richard • solo_traveller • nz
10
2026-03-31 • via Nuitee
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Tania • couple • nz
7
Location great
Pros:

Great bed and clean bathroom

Cons:

Noisy when bar closed. People on the footpath for 30 minutes

2026-03-29 • via Nuitee
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ROSEMARIE • couple • nz
9
Pros:

Great close to everything great breakfast apart from no gluten free option

Cons:

Codes but all good

2026-03-28 • via Nuitee
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qawi • couple • au
7
2026-03-28 • via Nuitee
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Tracey Redgwell • family_with_children • au
9
AWESOME OVERNIGHT STAY IN GREAT LOCATION
Pros:

LOCATION
PRICE
KITCHEN
IT WAS A GUEST HOUSE WITH OTHER GUESTS, BUT FELT VERY SAFE & SECURE FOR TWO LADIES TRAVELLING.
MEET SOME LOVELY PEOPLE.
THE FACILITIES WERE VERY SECURE BEHIND A ROLLER DOOR.
PARKING ONSITE WAS EXCELLENT

Cons:

ROOM WAS A LITTLE SMALL BUT OK FOR OVERNIGHT STAY.
COULD DO WITH A FULL LENGTH MIRROR IN ROOM.
NO AIRCOND IN ROOM
KETTLE NEEDS TO BE REPLACED - IT WAS LEAKING WATER

2026-03-24 • via Nuitee
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F. Andreas • extended_group • de
8
Schönes Appartment zum Übernachten
Pros:

Wir hatten das Appartment 7. Mit eigenem Bad und Küche. Alles sehr sauber und viel vohanden wie Toast, Milch, Butter, Marmelade etc. Grill draussen. Für uns war es perfekt. Die Einfahrt ist sehr eng, aber wer das nicht will kann auf der Strasse parken. Der digitale Schlüssel ist super und dürfte die Zukunft darstellen.

Cons:

Unter Frühstück inklusive versteht man weltweit etwas anderes. Ja es ist alles da um sich fast alles selber herstellen zu können. Eier fehlen z.B. aber dass ist kein Problem, man sollte es nur genauer ankündigen.

2026-03-24 • via Nuitee