5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveller
Timaru Is a lovely place. I envy the people who live there. Thanks for sharing it.
Timaru Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Timaru
Where to stay in Timaru
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.
Maori Hill
While visiting Maori Hill, you might make a stop by sights like Ashbury Park and Caroline Bay Beach.
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.
Marchwiel
While Marchwiel may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Ashbury Park and Botanic Gardens.
Timaru Port
While visiting Timaru Port, you might make a stop by sights like Caroline Bay Beach and Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden.
Washdyke
While visiting Washdyke, you might make a stop by sights like Washdyke Lagoon Wildlife Refuge and DB Brewery.
The Grosvenor
26 Cains Terrace, Timaru
The price is ₹7,323 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
₹7,323
₹8,572 total
2 Aug - 3 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star eco-certified hotel in Timaru. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a casino. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
7.8/10 Good! (790 reviews)
"Character hotel with a fantastic old style elevator"
Reviewed on 5 Jul 2025
Aspen on King Motel
51 King Street, Timaru
The price is ₹6,405 per night from 25 Jul to 26 Jul
₹6,405
₹7,523 total
25 Jul - 26 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star eco-certified motel in Timaru. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Botanical Gardens and Patiti ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (528 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 30 Jun 2025
Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge
10 Wai-Iti Rd, Maori Hill, Timaru
The price is ₹9,010 per night from 4 Aug to 5 Aug
₹9,010
₹10,494 total
4 Aug - 5 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Timaru. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 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 18 Jul 2025
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
38 King Street, Timaru
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Timaru. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the property condition in their reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (99 reviews)
"Very clean, friendly staff, modern & warm with a beautiful view of the mountain."
Reviewed on 5 Jul 2025
Blue Dolphin Motel
40 Evans Street, Timaru
Stay at this 3.5-star apartment in Timaru. Enjoy free parking, Wi-Fi (surcharge) and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Our guests praise the property condition ...
8/10 Very Good! (147 reviews)
"Nice room lovely owners will definitely be going back there Thank you Blair,Aimee and the 3 lil terrorist kids"
Reviewed on 10 Jul 2025
Phoenix Motel
215 King Street, Temuka
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Temuka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service.
9/10 Wonderful! (107 reviews)
"Good stop"
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2025
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
5/5(2 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.
Caroline Bay Beach
4.5/5(4 reviews)
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.
Timaru Public Hospital
If Timaru Public Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Timaru.
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.
Ashbury Park
Explore the great outdoors at Ashbury Park, a lovely green space in Timaru.
Botanic Gardens
5/5(2 reviews)
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.
Reviews of Timaru
3.7
Guest rating
2/5 - Disappointing
Verified traveller
Timaru is a fairly ordinary place. Eating places in the town were uninspiring and some of the town streets appeared somewhat down at heel.