Timaru Travel Guide

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Landscape Scenery of Caroline Bay Beach Timaru, South Island New Zealand; During Morning Time
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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.

Timaru Central
Timaru Port

Timaru Port

While visiting Timaru Port, you might make a stop by sights like Caroline Bay Beach and Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden.

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Highfield

While Highfield isn't home to many top sights, Aigantighe Art Gallery and Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden are some notable places to visit nearby.

Highfield
Parkside

Parkside

While Parkside isn't home to many top sights, South Canterbury Museum and Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden are some notable places to visit nearby.

Parkside
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Maori Hill

While visiting Maori Hill, you might make a stop by sights like Caroline Bay Beach and Timaru Lighthouse.

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West End

While West End isn't home to many top sights, Aigantighe Art Gallery and Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden are some notable places to visit nearby.

West End
Aaron Court Motel

Aaron Court Motel

2 out of 5
27 Evans St Timaru Canterbury
The price is NZ$90 per night from 7 May to 8 May
NZ$90
7 May - 8 May
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 (133 reviews)
Overall the property is quite run down, but OK if you are on a budget. The person running the property was very helpful and makes you comfortable. Room was clean and warm with kitchen. Safe parking area and very central.

Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026

Aaron Court Motel
The Grosvenor

The Grosvenor

3 out of 5
26 Cains Terrace Timaru
The price is NZ$165 per night from 18 May to 19 May
NZ$165
18 May - 19 May
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! (839 reviews)
Nice property, currently being renovated, nice central location.

Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026

The Grosvenor
Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru

Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru

3.5 out of 5
65-67 Evans Street Timaru
The price is NZ$150 per night from 6 May to 7 May
NZ$150
6 May - 7 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Timaru. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and private hot tubs. Popular attractions Ashbury Park and Timaru Lighthouse are located ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (271 reviews)
Wonderful accommodation and very helpful and professional staff. Will stay again

Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026

Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru
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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! (104 reviews)
Mountain view excellent n easy parking except the laundry not well equipped.

Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026

Coastal Ridge Apartments
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
‘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
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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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