Title: Visit Kensington: Best of Kensington, Timaru Travel 2026 | Expedia Tourism - Expedia.ca [Hotels in Kensington](https://expedia.ca/Kensington-Timaru-Hotels.0-n693191684738961408-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Kensington Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Kensington.d693191684738961408.Car-Rental-Guide)[Kensington Vacations](https://expedia.ca/Kensington.d693191684738961408.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Kensington ## Timaru ## Visit Kensington Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Timaru travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Timaru.dx3445) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3445/c5d23373-1c78-4eef-a984-737bf9fd16a9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden You can find out about the history of Timaru with a trip to Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden. Visit the area's spas, or simply enjoy its bars. [](https://expedia.ca/Trevor-Griffiths-Rose-Garden-Timaru-Port.d553248621526966893.Vacation-Attraction) #### Botanical Gardens Explore the great outdoors at Botanical Gardens, a lovely green space in Timaru. Visit the area's spas, or simply enjoy its bars. [](https://expedia.ca/Botanical-Gardens-Kensington.d6112976.Vacation-Attraction) #### Patiti Point Explore the great outdoors at Patiti Point, a lovely green space in Timaru. [](https://expedia.ca/Patiti-Point-Timaru.d659339757821399040.Vacation-Attraction) #### Caroline Bay Beach 4/5(3 reviews) If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Caroline Bay Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Timaru Port. [](https://expedia.ca/Caroline-Bay-Beach-Canterbury.d553248621532610216.Vacation-Attraction) #### Timaru Public Hospital Though Timaru Public Hospital might be what brings you to town, perhaps you'll have a chance to explore more of Timaru while you are here. [](https://expedia.ca/Timaru-Public-Hospital-Parkside.d553248635976021980.Vacation-Attraction) #### South Canterbury Museum You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at South Canterbury Museum during your travels in Timaru. Visit the area's spas, or simply enjoy its bars. [](https://expedia.ca/South-Canterbury-Museum-Timaru-Central.d6112974.Vacation-Attraction) --- ## Kensington Hotel Deals ![Coastal Ridge Apartments](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20160000/20157900/20157828/7d4dd3f1_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Coastal Ridge Apartments 38 King Street Timaru CA $152 CA $176 total Apr 9 - Apr 10 includes taxes & fees Stay at this aparthotel in Timaru. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the property condition in our reviews. Popular ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (104 reviews) Mountain view excellent n easy parking except the laundry not well equipped. Reviewed on Mar 15, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=09%2F04%2F2026&endDate=10%2F04%2F2026&selected=20157828&PinnedHotelID=20157828&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=693191684738961408) ![Asure Ashley Motor Lodge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3650000/3644200/3644136/2f0b7552_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Asure Ashley Motor Lodge 95-99 King Street Timaru CA $149 CA $172 total Apr 6 - Apr 7 includes taxes & fees Stay at this motel in Timaru. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Botanical Gardens and Otipua Wetland are located ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (179 reviews) The room was very clean. Had a kitchen with everything you needed. The bed was comfortable and lovely linen. It was perfect. Reviewed on Mar 23, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=06%2F04%2F2026&endDate=07%2F04%2F2026&selected=3644136&PinnedHotelID=3644136&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=693191684738961408) ![Cedar Lodge Motel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20160000/20157900/20157821/8e736275_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Cedar Lodge Motel 36 King Street Timaru CA $124 CA $142 total Apr 6 - Apr 7 includes taxes & fees Stay at this motel in Timaru. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Botanical Gardens and Patiti Point are located ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (129 reviews) Clean room/bathroom. Reviewed on Mar 29, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=06%2F04%2F2026&endDate=07%2F04%2F2026&selected=20157821&PinnedHotelID=20157821&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=693191684738961408) ![The Grosvenor](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9625400/9625343/3e1de2bd_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Grosvenor 26 Cains Terrace Timaru CA $114 CA $132 total Apr 16 - Apr 17 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Timaru. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a casino. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ... 8/10 Very Good! (831 reviews) Classic early twentieth century grand hotel in great renovated condition. Excellent bar down stairs with good pub food available. We had a great night there with our local friends. Reviewed on Mar 31, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=16%2F04%2F2026&endDate=17%2F04%2F2026&selected=9625343&PinnedHotelID=9625343&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=693191684738961408) ![Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2600000/2593000/2592958/1d3e34b8_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru 65-67 Evans Street Timaru CA $104 CA $120 total Apr 4 - Apr 5 includes taxes & fees Stay at this motel in Timaru. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and private hot tubs. Popular attractions Ashbury Park and Timaru Lighthouse are located ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (263 reviews) A very clean unit, had good cooking facilities, and the staff were very pleasant and helpful. Reviewed on Mar 26, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=04%2F04%2F2026&endDate=05%2F04%2F2026&selected=2592958&PinnedHotelID=2592958&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=693191684738961408) ![Aaron Court Motel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/98000000/97080000/97072700/97072619/aca87d6e_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Aaron Court Motel 27 Evans St Timaru Canterbury CA $65 CA $76 total Apr 13 - Apr 14 includes taxes & fees Stay at this motel in Timaru. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Timaru Lighthouse and Aigantighe Art Gallery are located ... 7/10 Good! (123 reviews) Room are dated, handy to town and beach Reviewed on Mar 28, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=13%2F04%2F2026&endDate=14%2F04%2F2026&selected=97072619&PinnedHotelID=97072619&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=693191684738961408) [See all 56 properties in Kensington](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=02%2F04%2F2026&endDate=03%2F04%2F2026®ionId=693191684738961408) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. 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