Timaru

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Timaru

Where to stay in Timaru

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Timaru Central

Though Timaru Central might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like South Canterbury Museum and Caroline Bay Beach.

Timaru Central
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Maori Hill

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

Maori Hill
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Washdyke

If you're spending some time in Washdyke, DB Brewery and Washdyke Lagoon Wildlife Refuge are top sights worth seeing.

Washdyke
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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
Currently undergoing "strengthening work".

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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Waimataitai

If you're spending some time in Waimataitai, Ashbury Park and Dashing Rocks Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Waimataitai
The Grosvenor
The Grosvenor
3 out of 5
26 Cains Terrace, Timaru
The price is SAR78 per night from Jun 28 to Jun 29
SAR78
per night
Jun 28 - Jun 29
Stay at this 3-star eco-certified hotel in Timaru. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a casino. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
7.6/10 Good! (709 reviews)
"The bed was excelent as expected.Amused to find fridge had no alcohol as this was the reason given for copying my card."

Reviewed on 4 Jun, 2024

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 SAR115 per night from Jun 23 to Jun 24
SAR115
per night
Jun 23 - Jun 24
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! (95 reviews)
"Very good facilities and service"

Reviewed on 9 Jun, 2024

Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge
Coastal Ridge Apartments
Coastal Ridge Apartments
3.5 out of 5
38 King Street, Timaru
The price is SAR128 per night from Jun 28 to Jun 29
SAR128
per night
Jun 28 - Jun 29
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! (78 reviews)
"Everything is good, 👍"

Reviewed on 9 Jun, 2024

Coastal Ridge Apartments
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.
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 ...
7.8/10 Good! (134 reviews)
Convenient location
"Property is a bit dated and traffic noise was loud in the front room. Friendly owners and convenient location."

Reviewed on 9 Jun, 2024

Blue Dolphin Motel
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! (78 reviews)
"Everything is good, 👍"

Reviewed on 9 Jun, 2024

Coastal Ridge Apartments
Beautifully renovated duck back cottage Close to Bay and town
Beautifully renovated duck back cottage Close to Bay and town
Timaru
Stay at this vacation home in Timaru. Enjoy patios and air conditioning. Popular attractions South Canterbury Museum and Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
Renovated to a seriously good level
"From the thick carpet throughout the house to the colourful duvets on all the beds, the little pictures on the wall, to the huge TV that does what you want it to! Every thing in the kitchen that you desire including a basic breakfast. Bed was very comfortable and we appreciated the double glazing ..."

Reviewed on 23 Jan, 2024

Beautifully renovated duck back cottage Close to Bay and town
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.

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Reviews of Timaru

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3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler
Dec 11, 2019

We were just in Timaru for a one night stop driving from Queenstown to Christchurch. We walked into the town shopping area about 6pm hoping to get a drink and meal, but everything was closed. We went back to our hotel to eat.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler
Feb 25, 2019

Good place to stock up on groceries

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler
Nov 4, 2018

Timaru is a blot on the landscape with two very good Asian restaurants and at least one very pleasant breakfast cafe. Stop for these, don't stay.