Timaru Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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A pebbled beach with wooden posts and a calm sea at sunset.
2018 Nov 2nd, New Zealand, Timaru, View of old building in the town.
Landscape Scenery of Caroline Bay Beach Timaru, South Island New Zealand; During Morning Time
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Our guide on where to stay in Timaru

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Timaru Central

If you're spending some time in Timaru Central, South Canterbury Museum and Te Ana Maori Rock Art Centre are top sights worth seeing.

Washdyke

While visiting Washdyke, you might make a stop by sights like DB Brewery and Washdyke Lagoon Wildlife Refuge.

West End

While West End isn't home to many top sights, Aigantighe Art Gallery and Botanic Gardens 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 Aigantighe Art Gallery and South Canterbury Museum.

Maori Hill

While visiting Maori Hill, you might make a stop by sights like Aigantighe Art Gallery and Ashbury Park.

Anchor Motel

Anchor Motel

2.5 out of 5
42 Evans St Timaru
The price is NZ$99 per night from 20 June to 21 June
NZ$99
20 June - 21 June
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! (220 reviews)
"Whole house. Very old house which was actually quite an experience..pull chord for lights and shower over claw foot bath, took me back to my 20's.. 1 full length mirror somewhere, would be great!! But iron and board were very helpful! Needs some work on both bathrooms! Extractor fan in kitchen VERY ..."

Reviewed on 3 June 2026

Anchor Motel
The Grosvenor

The Grosvenor

3 out of 5
26 Cains Terrace Timaru
The price is NZ$171 per night from 4 July to 5 July
NZ$171
4 July - 5 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! (846 reviews)
"Loved my stay. Great hotel with lovely rooms."

Reviewed on 4 June 2026

The Grosvenor
Aaron Court Motel

Aaron Court Motel

2 out of 5
27 Evans St Timaru Canterbury
The price is NZ$84 per night from 17 June to 18 June
NZ$84
17 June - 18 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Timaru. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Timaru Lighthouse and Aigantighe Art Gallery are located ...
6.8/10 (138 reviews)
"Photos uploaded"

Reviewed on 14 June 2026

Aaron Court Motel
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Coastal Ridge Apartments

Coastal Ridge Apartments

3.5 out of 5
38 King Street Timaru
Stay at this aparthotel in Timaru. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the property condition in their reviews. Popular ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (107 reviews)
"Clean room, prime location"

Reviewed on 22 May 2026

Coastal Ridge Apartments
‘Jupiter’ Bayview Escape Apartment

‘Jupiter’ Bayview Escape Apartment

Timaru Canterbury Region
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

‘Jupiter’ Bayview Escape Apartment
Blue Dolphin Motel

Blue Dolphin Motel

3.5 out of 5
40 Evans Street Timaru
Stay at this apartment in Timaru. Enjoy free parking, Wi-Fi (surcharge) and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Our guests praise the property condition in their ...
8/10 Very Good! (170 reviews)
"Rooms were clean. Kitchen was equipped. Staff was approachable. Off street parking available."

Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026

Blue Dolphin Motel
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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.

Stay near popular Timaru attractions

Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden

4.5/5 (52 reviews)
You can find out about the history of Timaru with a visit to Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden. Visit the area's spas or simply enjoy its bars.
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