Timaru Central Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Timaru Central
Stay near popular Timaru Central attractions
Our pick of the best Timaru Central Hotel Deals
The Grosvenor
26 Cains Terrace Timaru
The price is NZ$168 per night from 3 July to 4 July
NZ$168
3 July - 4 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Timaru. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a casino. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8/10 Very good! (848 reviews)
"At check in the receptionist didn’t bother to acknowledge us, still sitting when we approached the desk and said hello. Be aware, they are still under renovation! Nobody told us that… The carpet in the hallway and room from the 80’s, everything else painted white. Royal visit… no way."
Reviewed on 1 July 2026
Panorama Motor Lodge
52 The Bay Hill Timaru
The price is NZ$207 per night from 3 July to 4 July
NZ$207
3 July - 4 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Timaru. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden and Caroline Bay Beach ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (135 reviews)
"Good kitchen and spacious living room and bedroom. Disappointed to had thought the spa bath was in the room"
Reviewed on 10 June 2026
The Sea Breeze
28 The Bay Hill Timaru Canterbury Region
The price is NZ$262 per night from 10 July to 11 July
NZ$262
10 July - 11 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Timaru. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and balconies or patios. Popular attractions Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden and South Canterbury Museum ...
10/10 Exceptional! (6 reviews)
"Great spot to stay while in Timaru"
Reviewed on 18 June 2026
The Fort. Timaru
66 Stafford St Timaru Canterbury
The price is NZ$126 per night from 20 July to 21 July
NZ$126
20 July - 21 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this guesthouse in Timaru. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Te Ana Maori Rock Art Centre and South Canterbury Museum ...
7.6/10 Good! (22 reviews)
"Very good."
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
‘Jupiter’ Bayview Escape Apartment
Timaru Canterbury Region
The price is NZ$730 per night from 3 July to 4 July
NZ$730
3 July - 4 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this apartment in Timaru. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and patios. Popular attractions Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden and Aigantighe Art Gallery ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (3 reviews)
"The host was very friendly and accommodating! The location was great and the home very comfortable."
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026
Anchor Motel
42 Evans St Timaru
The price is NZ$123 per night from 15 July to 16 July
NZ$123
15 July - 16 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Timaru. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8/10 Very good! (222 reviews)
"Everything was excellent. But the room was really cold, even with the heater on full."
Reviewed on 2 July 2026
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Our guide on where to stay in Timaru Central
Find the best Timaru Central areas for the activities you enjoy most.
Maori Hill
While visiting Maori Hill, you might make a stop by sights like Ashbury Park and Caroline Bay Beach.
Waimataitai
While visiting Waimataitai, you might make a stop by sights like Ashbury Park and Dashing Rocks Beach.
Highfield
While Highfield isn't home to many top sights, Botanic Gardens and Ashbury Park are some notable places to visit nearby.
Seaview
Though Seaview may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like South Canterbury Museum and Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden.
Photo by Paolo Corrales
Open Photo by Paolo Corrales
Timaru Port
While visiting Timaru Port, you might make a stop by sights like Caroline Bay Beach and Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden.
