Waimataitai
Timaru
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Popular places to visit
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.
Ashbury Park
Explore the great outdoors at Ashbury Park, a lovely green space in Timaru.
Dashing Rocks Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Dashing Rocks Beach during your trip to Timaru?
Caroline Bay Beach
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.
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.
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.
Waimataitai Hotel Deals
Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru
Parking was easy and on-site laundry was handy
Reviewed on 11 March 2026
Ashbury Park Motel
A lot of traffic, transport truck noise!
Reviewed on 11 March 2026
The Grosvenor
Beautiful room. Quite large. Had everything we needed . Had dinner downstairs at the restaurant. Good value meals.
Reviewed on 16 March 2026
Aaron Court Motel
The driveways are very steep & covered in gravel. Parking is at the back in the bottom of the hill. It's a bit tricky to maneuver when uploading your car on such a steep incline & pulling out into Highway 1 - which is at the top of the hill.
Reviewed on 14 March 2026
ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge
The 2 bedroom unit on upper floor has large fridge/freezer, dishwasher, microwave and cutlery etc. King bed is high and firm and gives a fantastic sleep. Unit is not noisy. Bathroom is a bit 'tired' and in need of renovation.Staff are friendly and happy to help with any queries or needs. Overall ...
Reviewed on 22 March 2026
The Fort. Timaru
The room was so tiny you did not even have a side table. However, the bed was comfortable and room was clean. The bathroom was recently renovated (SHARED BATHROOM ONLY) and kitchen was not bad either (shared only) The lounge area was so musky and we could not sit there because it was so smelly. Overall, ...
Reviewed on 20 March 2026
Other neighborhoods around Waimataitai
Maori Hill
While visiting Maori Hill, you might make a stop by sights like Timaru Lighthouse and Ashbury Park.
Smithfield
While visiting Smithfield, you might make a stop by sights like Washdyke Lagoon Wildlife Refuge and Dashing Rocks Beach.
Oceanview
While Oceanview might 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 Washdyke Lagoon Wildlife Refuge.
Marchwiel
When in Marchwiel, you can plan a visit to Ashbury Park and Timaru Lighthouse, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Seaview
Seaview might not have many top sights, but South Canterbury Museum and Timaru Lighthouse are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Timaru Port
While visiting Timaru Port, you might make a stop by sights like Caroline Bay Beach and Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden.
