Timaru TOP 10 Holiday Park
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Timaru TOP 10 Holiday Park

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                  Standard cabin with Balcony
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the lovely communal kitchen
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#1 of 2 campsites in Timaru
4.6 of 5 bubbles
Location
4.7 of 5 bubbles
Rooms
4.6 of 5 bubbles
Value
4.8 of 5 bubbles
Cleanliness
4.8 of 5 bubbles
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4.6 of 5 bubbles
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Your TOP New Zealand 'camping ground' experience in Timaru. Timaru TOP 10 Holiday Park combines the convenience of a city central holiday park with the seclusion, spaciousness and quiet of a country setting. We have everything you need for a great holiday, Caroline Bay and the town center are within walking distance and a supermarket is only two minutes walk away. Our central city holiday park provides a wonderful relaxed atmosphere. Spacious, sheltered, quiet, safe and hidden from the public view. This ideal accommodation will make your stay in Timaru City a carefree experience. Your hosts, Gordon and Alison Collister will do all they can to ensure your stay is problem free and enjoyable. Whether holidaying in Timaru, visiting friends or relatives or passing through, you will enjoy the very relaxed and friendly atmosphere of our central city spacious parkland.
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Property amenities
Free parking
Vending machine
Bicycle rental
Game room
Children's playground
Children Activities (Kid / Family Friendly)
BBQ facilities
Baggage storage
Table tennis
Kids' outdoor play equipment
Newspaper
Non-smoking hotel
Picnic area
Shared bathroom
Shared kitchen
Shared lounge / TV area
Laundry service
Self-serve laundry
Room features
Kitchenette
Microwave
Refrigerator
Flatscreen TV
Room types
Non-smoking rooms
Family rooms
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HOTEL CLASS
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4.0 of 5 stars
HOTEL STYLE
Family
Business

Location

154a Selwyn Street Waimataitai, Timaru 7910 New Zealand
Getting there
Car recommended
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Grade: 38 out of 100
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Timaru Airport
1 Attraction
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4.5
4.5 of 5 bubbles659 reviews
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Timaru TOP 10 Holiday Park is celebrated for its tranquil, spotless, and roomy accommodations set amidst well-kept grounds with soothing views. The staff's amiable and efficient service garners consistent applause, complementing the hotel's reputation for being a great value with membership discounts. The park's cleanliness is exceptional, from its grounds to its facilities. Amenities, including child-friendly play areas and a selection of lodging options, are well-maintained, while the lively bar and the overall convivial atmosphere add to the guest experience. The strategic location near a supermarket and Caroline Bay is another highlight for visitors.
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stellamay wrote a review Oct 2024
Brisbane, Australia
5.0 of 5 bubbles
This caravan park is not on the main highway which is why we decided to stay here. The main highway through Timaru is loud and very noisy, but this Top 10 is in a back street only a few blocks from the main road and it is nice and quiet, no traffic noise in the 2 bedroom motel units where we stayed for the night. The units are well equipped with all you need during your stay, The Motel units are right up the back away from the road. There are plenty of activity options if you are travelling with children. There are laundry blocks and the grounds are really clean and well kept. It was impressive to see how the management and staff look after the place.. A credit to them all. They have different accommodation options to chose from so you would definitely find an option that suits most travellers.
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Date of stay: August 2024
5.0 of 5 bubblesValue
5.0 of 5 bubblesRooms
5.0 of 5 bubblesLocation
5.0 of 5 bubblesCleanliness
5.0 of 5 bubblesService
5.0 of 5 bubblesSleep Quality
Trip type: Travelled as a couple
Room Tip: Chose a room away from the road for peace and quiet
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Response from Gordon Collister, Owner at Timaru TOP 10 Holiday Park
Responded 7 Oct 2024
Hi Stellamay Thanks for taking the time to leave such an informative review. You have explained the amenities and location in thorough detail and future guests will be most appreciative of your efforts. We're so pleased you enjoyed your stay and we hope you'll be back again soon.
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Nichola E wrote a review 5 Feb
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Thank you so much!
Ngā mihi nui ki a koutou!
AWSUM amenities provided & also, it's the small things that make a HUGE difference; extra hooks in the showers, cutlery, cooking utensils, plates etc, pots, pans, plenty kitchen/Wharekai lots of CLEAN cleaning equipment. Like I said, it's the small things that make a BIG difference / He iti ngā mea, he NUI te pānga.
Kia pai te rā koutou katoa! Kei Waitangi Day i te rā nei! Enjoy!!! 🖤🤍❤️‍🩹
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Date of stay: January 2025
4.0 of 5 bubblesValue
5.0 of 5 bubblesRooms
5.0 of 5 bubblesLocation
5.0 of 5 bubblesCleanliness
5.0 of 5 bubblesService
5.0 of 5 bubblesSleep Quality
Trip type: Travelled solo
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Response from Gordon Collister, Owner at Timaru TOP 10 Holiday Park
Responded 5 days ago
Kia ora Nichola Thanks so much for your wonderful review. We're absolutely delighted your enjoyed your stay and we do hope you'll be back again soon. E mihi ana ki a koe
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trace706 wrote a review Jul 2024
Invercargill, New Zealand
5.0 of 5 bubbles
We really were impressed by the park, facilities, cleanliness and our accom which was a ensuite studio, close to cbd 20min walk and allowed our doggy made a huge difference. It was quite chill and if we had kids be great for them too. Loved it so much
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Date of stay: June 2024
5.0 of 5 bubblesValue
5.0 of 5 bubblesRooms
5.0 of 5 bubblesLocation
5.0 of 5 bubblesCleanliness
5.0 of 5 bubblesService
5.0 of 5 bubblesSleep Quality
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Response from Gordon Collister, Owner at Timaru TOP 10 Holiday Park
Responded 5 Jul 2024
Thanks Trace, we're very pleased to hear your were impressed with our park, the facilities and the cleanliness. Our team work very hard to maintain our high standards and it's lovely to receive such great feedback. We look forward to seeing you again soon.
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Rach9631 wrote a review Jul 2023
Auckland, New Zealand
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Great campsite, roomy level sites with good access - a well presented campground with clean warm bathrooms. Showers were hot with good pressure which is my gold standard when traveling in a caravan in winter 😀. Staff were friendly and helpful. Handy location to town.
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Date of stay: July 2023Trip type: Travelled with family
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Response from gordon collister, Owner at Timaru TOP 10 Holiday Park
Responded 16 Jul 2023
Hi Rach Thank you for taking the time to review your stay with us at Top Ten Timaru, We hope to see you again soon. Warmest Regards Sandra
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Alex H wrote a review Feb 2023
5.0 of 5 bubbles
One of the friendliest campgrounds I've stayed out with staff who couldn't be more helpful. Unlike other campgrounds I've been at (yes, I'm looking at you West Coast), there is a high level of trust.

I brought my dog and would hope that others who bring their dogs clean up after them and make sure they don't disturb other guests or leave any other kind of mess. It's a privilege to be able to stay at a campground like this. It's the best place to be in Timaru with the dog as it is about a 10 minute walk to the nearest dog park and walking through that takes you to a dog friendly beach.
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Date of stay: February 2023
4.0 of 5 bubblesValue
5.0 of 5 bubblesRooms
4.0 of 5 bubblesLocation
5.0 of 5 bubblesCleanliness
5.0 of 5 bubblesService
4.0 of 5 bubblesSleep Quality
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Response from Gordon Collister, Owner at Timaru TOP 10 Holiday Park
Responded 14 Feb 2023
Thanks Alex, it's always a pleasure to have such a responsible dog owner stay. I was really impressed with the SUP carry to the beach. We hope to see you again.
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Hueytravels2023 wrote a review Apr 2023
Christchurch, New Zealand
5.0 of 5 bubbles
You won’t find a cleaner, more affordable holiday park in the region. It’s fantastic, have stayed several times. Great play area for the kids and it’s also pet friendly. Shared bathroom and kitchen facilities are good, filtered water for drinking, boiling water on tap. Clean showers and toilets, friendly staff.
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Date of stay: April 2023
5.0 of 5 bubblesValue
5.0 of 5 bubblesRooms
5.0 of 5 bubblesLocation
5.0 of 5 bubblesCleanliness
5.0 of 5 bubblesService
5.0 of 5 bubblesSleep Quality
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Response from gordon collister, Owner at Timaru TOP 10 Holiday Park
Responded 14 Apr 2023
Thank you for leaving such a wonderful comment on your stay with us. We are very pleased to hear everything was to your liking. Hope to see you again
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johnbristow1 wrote a review Jan 2023
5.0 of 5 bubbles
It was our first stay at a Top 10 Holiday Park, and were pleased to discover it as good value. We stayed in an ensuite cabin, and it was provided in good condition with a selection of tea and coffee and milk. The bathroom was excellent in context of a cabin.
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Date of stay: January 2023
5.0 of 5 bubblesValue
5.0 of 5 bubblesRooms
4.0 of 5 bubblesLocation
5.0 of 5 bubblesCleanliness
5.0 of 5 bubblesService
5.0 of 5 bubblesSleep Quality
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Response from Gordon Collister, Owner at Timaru TOP 10 Holiday Park
Responded 20 Jan 2023
Hi John. Thank you for leaving such a wonderful comment on your stay. We are pleased to hear you discover it as good value. looking forward to see you again.
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tkatarnz wrote a review Aug 2022
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Great playground equipment for the children.
Rooms are clean and great water pressure in the showers
Only problem we had was every time a child turned over in the bunk beds, the bunks made awful noises. The main bed had sunk on the right side and was uncomfortable
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Date of stay: August 2022
4.0 of 5 bubblesValue
3.0 of 5 bubblesRooms
4.0 of 5 bubblesLocation
4.0 of 5 bubblesCleanliness
4.0 of 5 bubblesService
1.0 of 5 bubblesSleep Quality
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Response from gordon collister, Owner at Timaru TOP 10 Holiday Park
Responded 30 Aug 2022
Thank you for the review. We will certainly check out the bunks and are in the process of replacing many of the double mattrasses. We look forward to seeing you again.
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caroldalefield wrote a review Nov 2021
5.0 of 5 bubbles
We found the utensils we needed in the cupboards in the unit to cook up our dinner without problems and the tv was in the right place to watch while seated on the couch, not like some places. The bed was comfy. Plenty of towels, although I didn't find any face-washer cloths. Quiet. A problem with the toilet not clearing when flushed was attended to promptly by staff.
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Date of stay: November 2021
4.0 of 5 bubblesValue
5.0 of 5 bubblesRooms
4.0 of 5 bubblesLocation
5.0 of 5 bubblesCleanliness
5.0 of 5 bubblesService
4.0 of 5 bubblesSleep Quality
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Response from Gordon Collister, Owner at Timaru TOP 10 Holiday Park
Responded 7 Nov 2021
Thank you for the review Carol. It was great to have you here. Its no problem and I am glad you brought it to our attention so we could fix it as quick as possible. I believe you were staying in the 2 bedroom motel units (reservation is under a different surname). In this unit, there should have been 4 facecloths in the drawer underneath the sink but I apologise if this was missed by our wonderful housekeeping team. We hope to welcome you back to the park at another time.
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jinsung0815 wrote a review Jan 2025
Wellington, New Zealand
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Timaru Top 10 was the place to go if you have kids and want to relax. it has great playground which can fit for all age groups of kids, also very clean facility that make you feel like you are staying at a hotel. Our children loved it and I and my husband had very comfortable staying. Highly recommend!!
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Date of stay: January 2025
5.0 of 5 bubblesValue
5.0 of 5 bubblesRooms
5.0 of 5 bubblesLocation
5.0 of 5 bubblesCleanliness
5.0 of 5 bubblesService
5.0 of 5 bubblesSleep Quality
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Response from Gordon Collister, Owner at Timaru TOP 10 Holiday Park
Responded 4 weeks ago
We're absolutely delighted you enjoyed your stay with us. Thanks for leaving such a lovely review. We love that your children had a great time in the playground and we hope you'll be back again soon.
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Timaru, New Zealand
Hi Lesley. Thanks for the clarification. It did look like it had come through google translate but we understood the message. We look forward to seeing you again soon. Gordon and Alison
Timaru, New Zealand
Hi, Yes we do have 2 bedroom Motels, these have a queen bed in 1 room and 2 single beds in another room, separate living area, kitchen and bathroom. It would be $181.00 for 1 night or $166.00 per night if you stayed for 2 or more nights. Feel free to contact us direct if you would like to make a booking 0800242121. Regards Gabby
stellamay wrote a tip Oct 2024
Brisbane, Australia255 contributions130 helpful votes
5.0 of 5 bubbles
"Chose a room away from the road for peace and quiet"
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696patricia wrote a tip Jun 2024
Christchurch, New Zealand2 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
"Our room for $85 was very suitable for a quick night, but ideally I'd go larger if staying longer. Was heavily booked though. I booked late."
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Rachel B wrote a tip Dec 2023
Christchurch, New Zealand3 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
"Unit 8 is right by the playground and a great stay for our small family of 3 (2 adults and a 3 year old). "
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pinkflower2014 wrote a tip Aug 2021
Christchurch, New Zealand46 contributions6 helpful votes
5.0 of 5 bubbles
"Look online to see which room will suit your needs. You'll be impressed with their selection"
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J M wrote a tip Aug 2020
Dunedin, New Zealand102 contributions28 helpful votes
5.0 of 5 bubbles
"Highly recommend staying here...."
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PRICE RANGE
$103 - $105 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
LOCATION
New ZealandSouth IslandCanterbury RegionTimaru
NUMBER OF ROOMS
100
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Frequently Asked Questions about Timaru TOP 10 Holiday Park
Which popular attractions are close to Timaru TOP 10 Holiday Park?
Nearby attractions include Aigantighe Art Gallery (0.9 km).
What are some of the property amenities at Timaru TOP 10 Holiday Park?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free parking, kids activities, and laundry service.
Which room amenities are available at Timaru TOP 10 Holiday Park?
Top room amenities include a kitchenette, a flat screen TV, and a refrigerator.
What food & drink options are available at Timaru TOP 10 Holiday Park?
Guests can enjoy barbeque facilities during their stay.
Is parking available at Timaru TOP 10 Holiday Park?
Yes, free parking is available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Timaru TOP 10 Holiday Park?
Conveniently located restaurants include Bennys Again, The Village Cafe, and Marchwiel Takeaways.
Are any cleaning services offered at Timaru TOP 10 Holiday Park?
Yes, laundry service and self serve laundry are offered to guests.
Is Timaru TOP 10 Holiday Park accessible?
Yes, it offers wheelchair access. For specific enquiries, we recommend calling ahead to confirm.
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