Timaru

Travel Guide

Timaru
Photo by Paolo Corrales
Photo by Paolo Corrales
Photo by Paolo Corrales
Photo by Paolo Corrales
Photo by Paolo Corrales
Photo by Paolo Corrales
Photo by Mel Fekto
Photo by Mel Fekto

Where to stay in Timaru

Default Image

Timaru Central

While visiting Timaru Central, you might make a stop by sights like South Canterbury Museum and Te Ana Maori Rock Art Centre.

Timaru Central
Default Image

Maori Hill

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

Maori Hill
Default Image

Seaview

Seaview might not have many top sights, but South Canterbury Museum and Caroline Bay Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Seaview
Default Image

Marchwiel

When in Marchwiel, you can plan a visit to Ashbury Park and Caroline Bay Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Marchwiel
Default Image

Timaru Port

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

Timaru Port
Default Image

West End

West End might not have many top sights, but Botanic Gardens and South Canterbury Museum are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

West End
The Grosvenor

The Grosvenor

3 out of 5
26 Cains Terrace, Timaru
The price is CA $102 per night from Aug 1 to Aug 2
CA $102
CA $119 total
Aug 1 - Aug 2
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star eco-certified hotel in Timaru. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a casino. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
7.8/10 Good! (790 reviews)
"Character hotel with a fantastic old style elevator"

Reviewed on Jul. 5, 2025

The Grosvenor
Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge

Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge

2.5 out of 5
10 Wai-Iti Rd, Maori Hill, Timaru
The price is CA $151 per night from Aug 1 to Aug 2
CA $151
CA $175 total
Aug 1 - Aug 2
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Timaru. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden and Aigantighe Art Gallery ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (122 reviews)
"The Bay Viaduct is in a great location for a stay in Timaru - close to Caroline Bay and the main shopping street. The bed was very comfortable and the room was large and had all the facilities we needed. The spa bath was lovely but did take a long time to fill. Even though we were close to the main ..."

Reviewed on Jul. 18, 2025

Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge
Aspen on King Motel

Aspen on King Motel

4.5 out of 5
51 King Street, Timaru
The price is CA $114 per night from Aug 1 to Aug 2
CA $114
CA $132 total
Aug 1 - Aug 2
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star eco-certified motel in Timaru. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Botanical Gardens and Patiti ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (529 reviews)
"Very clean, comfy bed, lovely warm unit, 7min walk to the hospital. Perfect wee kitchenette that had everything i needed to prepare my meals. My only gripe would be the lack of secure window ventilation latches. I love to air out my room securely whilst im out. Easy fix tho. I will definitely be ..."

Reviewed on Jun. 30, 2025

Aspen on King Motel
See all 67 properties in Timaru
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.
Coastal Ridge Apartments

Coastal Ridge Apartments

3.5 out of 5
38 King Street, Timaru
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Timaru. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the property condition in our reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (99 reviews)
"Very clean, friendly staff, modern & warm with a beautiful view of the mountain."

Reviewed on Jul. 5, 2025

Coastal Ridge Apartments
Blue Dolphin Motel

Blue Dolphin Motel

3.5 out of 5
40 Evans Street, Timaru
Stay at this 3.5-star apartment in Timaru. Enjoy free parking, WiFi (surcharge), and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Our guests praise the property condition ...
8/10 Very Good! (148 reviews)
"It was comfortable"

Reviewed on Jul. 22, 2025

Blue Dolphin Motel
Seaside Retreat - Stylish, newly renovated oceanside property

Seaside Retreat - Stylish, newly renovated oceanside property

Timaru
Stay at this vacation home in Timaru. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities, and patios. Popular attractions Ashbury Park and Timaru Lighthouse are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (12 reviews)
Perfect!
"House was perfect for our needs, well equipped, great shower and wonderful coffee machine with frother!! ASO nice and warm with just the heat pump on for a bit. Very well situated…we were able to walk into town along the beach walkway.Unsure if we will be back this way but if we are I would happily ..."

Reviewed on Jul. 10, 2025

Seaside Retreat - Stylish, newly renovated oceanside property
See all properties in Timaru
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.

Popular places to visit

Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden

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.

Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden

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.

Caroline Bay Beach

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.

Timaru Public Hospital

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.

South Canterbury Museum

Ashbury Park

Explore the great outdoors at Ashbury Park, a lovely green space in Timaru.

Ashbury Park

Washdyke Lagoon Wildlife Refuge

Explore the great outdoors at Washdyke Lagoon Wildlife Refuge, a lovely green space in Timaru.

Washdyke Lagoon Wildlife Refuge