West End Travel Guide
Timaru
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Popular places to visit
Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden
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.
Botanic Gardens
You can find out about the history of Timaru with a trip to Botanic Gardens. Visit the area's spas or simply enjoy its bars.
Caroline Bay Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Caroline Bay Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Timaru Port.
South Canterbury Museum
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at South Canterbury Museum during your trip to Timaru. Visit the area's spas or simply enjoy its bars.
Dashing Rocks Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Dashing Rocks Beach during your trip to Timaru?
Ashbury Park
Explore the great outdoors at Ashbury Park, a lovely green space in Timaru.
Top hotels in West End
Anchor Motel
"It was just ok for price, heater was on but it needed it. Had everything that it said but didn't match pics that's for sure. Sitting on toilet my knees touched basin in front, shower was marginal, my caravan is bigger. Manager was polite & helpful."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
The Grosvenor
"Nice big clean rooms comfy bed and yummy food had the roast was delicious 😋"
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026
Aaron Court Motel
"Staff very helpful. Not very clean. Cooking utensils need updating/replacing. Beds comfortable and plenty of towels. Bust road but traffic noise not really a problem"
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru
"Clean tidy a very friendly staff"
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Bay City Motor Lodge
"Was very nice"
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge
"Great comfortable stay as always."
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Where to stay in West End
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 Washdyke Lagoon Wildlife Refuge and DB Brewery.
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.
Seaview
Though Seaview may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like South Canterbury Museum and Botanic Gardens.
Maori Hill
While visiting Maori Hill, you might make a stop by sights like Ashbury Park and Caroline Bay Beach.
