Timaru Central Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Timaru Central
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.
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.
Te Ana Maori Rock Art Centre
You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Te Ana Maori Rock Art Centre during your trip to Timaru.
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.
Timaru Public Hospital
If Timaru Public Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Timaru.
Ashbury Park
Explore the great outdoors at Ashbury Park, a lovely green space in Timaru.
Our pick of the best Timaru Central Hotel Deals
The Grosvenor
26 Cains Terrace, Timaru
The price is AU$143 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
AU$143
7 Sept - 8 Sept
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 5 Jul. 2025
Panorama Motor Lodge
52 The Bay Hill, Timaru
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$184 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
AU$184
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star motel in Timaru. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden and Caroline ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (111 reviews)
"Great spot"
Reviewed on 27 Jul. 2025
The Fort. Timaru
66 Stafford St, Timaru, Canterbury
The price is AU$132 per night from 18 Aug to 19 Aug
AU$132
18 Aug - 19 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star guesthouse in Timaru. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Te Ana Maori Rock Art Centre and South Canterbury ...
7.6/10 Good! (6 reviews)
"Our room was nice and tidy and modern. Kitchen area had everything you needed, a nice kitchen. It had hot drinks, cereal and toast provided. I'm Gluten Free (Coeliac) so didn't have any breakfast but my Husband did. The place is modern, a bit expensive though with shared bathrooms etc Only one thing ..."
Reviewed on 13 Jul. 2025
Aspen on King Motel
51 King Street, Timaru
The price is AU$151 per night from 20 Aug to 21 Aug
AU$151
20 Aug - 21 Aug
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 30 Jun. 2025
ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge
31 Craigie Avenue, Parkside, Timaru
The price is AU$184 per night from 28 Aug to 29 Aug
AU$184
28 Aug - 29 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star motel in Timaru. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Botanical Gardens and South Canterbury Museum ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (254 reviews)
"Good stay overall. Thanks for putting the heat on prior to my arrival ! It was a pretty cold afternoon!!"
Reviewed on 16 Jul. 2025
Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge
10 Wai-Iti Rd, Maori Hill, Timaru
The price is AU$195 per night from 20 Aug to 21 Aug
AU$195
20 Aug - 21 Aug
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! (123 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.