Title: Timaru Central Travel Guide: Best of Timaru Central, Timaru Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Timaru Central](https://expedia.co.uk/Timaru-Central-Hotels.d553248635976394636.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Timaru](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Timaru.d3445.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Timaru Central Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Timaru-Central.d553248635976394636.Car-Hire-Guide)[Timaru Central Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Timaru-Central.d553248635976394636.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Timaru Central Travel Guide ## Timaru ![D NZ Timaru Port Cape Pan](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976394636/e54a0f25-d804-40b7-a311-a3d741c8c0fc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Timaru Central Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Timaru travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Timaru.dx3445) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3445/c5d23373-1c78-4eef-a984-737bf9fd16a9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Trevor-Griffiths-Rose-Garden-Timaru-Port.d553248621526966893.Attraction) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/South-Canterbury-Museum-Timaru-Central.d6112974.Attraction) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Te-Ana-Maori-Rock-Art-Centre-Timaru-Central.d936941931521761280.Attraction) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Caroline-Bay-Beach-Timaru-Port.d553248621532610216.Attraction) #### Timaru Public Hospital If Timaru Public Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Timaru. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Timaru-Public-Hospital-Parkside.d553248635976021980.Attraction) #### Washdyke Lagoon Wildlife Refuge Explore the great outdoors at Washdyke Lagoon Wildlife Refuge, a lovely green space in Timaru. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Washdyke-Lagoon-Wildlife-Refuge-Timaru.d659314526844231680.Attraction) --- ## Top hotels in Timaru Central ![The Grosvenor](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9625400/9625343/3e1de2bd_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Grosvenor 26 Cains Terrace Timaru £72 18 Apr - 19 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Timaru. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a casino. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ... 7.8/10 Good! (829 reviews) Beautiful room. Quite large. Had everything we needed . Had dinner downstairs at the restaurant. Good value meals. Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=18%2F04%2F2026&endDate=19%2F04%2F2026&selected=9625343&PinnedHotelID=9625343&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976394636) ![The Fort. Timaru](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113650000/113647900/113647837/2ae10a39_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Fort. Timaru 66 Stafford St Timaru Canterbury £65 31 Mar - 1 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this guesthouse in Timaru. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Te Ana Maori Rock Art Centre and South Canterbury Museum ... 7.6/10 Good! (17 reviews) Like bashing my a brick wall trying to get a refund. They shouldnt take bookings from expedia. Maybe get someone who speaks english clearly to work reception. Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=31%2F03%2F2026&endDate=01%2F04%2F2026&selected=113647837&PinnedHotelID=113647837&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976394636) ![Panorama Motor Lodge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17870000/17863900/17863877/63044ea3_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Panorama Motor Lodge 52 The Bay Hill Timaru £92 19 Apr - 20 Apr 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 Caroline Bay Beach ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (126 reviews) Great location. Good parking. Clean. Staff excellent. Will stay again. Reviewed on 14 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=19%2F04%2F2026&endDate=20%2F04%2F2026&selected=17863877&PinnedHotelID=17863877&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976394636) ![‘Jupiter’ Bayview Town Centre 3 Bedroom Apartment](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/125000000/124470000/124466900/124466873/7385b2f5_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### ‘Jupiter’ Bayview Town Centre 3 Bedroom Apartment Timaru Canterbury Region £304 30 Mar - 31 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this apartment in Timaru. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and patios. Popular attractions Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden and Aigantighe Art Gallery ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (3 reviews) The host was very friendly and accommodating! The location was great and the home very comfortable. Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=30%2F03%2F2026&endDate=31%2F03%2F2026&selected=124466873&PinnedHotelID=124466873&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976394636) ![Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2600000/2593000/2592958/1d3e34b8_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru 65-67 Evans Street Timaru £66 25 Apr - 26 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this motel in Timaru. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and private hot tubs. Popular attractions Ashbury Park and Timaru Lighthouse are located ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (263 reviews) A very clean unit, had good cooking facilities, and the staff were very pleasant and helpful. Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=25%2F04%2F2026&endDate=26%2F04%2F2026&selected=2592958&PinnedHotelID=2592958&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976394636) ![Aaron Court Motel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/98000000/97080000/97072700/97072619/aca87d6e_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Aaron Court Motel 27 Evans St Timaru Canterbury £41 25 Apr - 26 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this motel in Timaru. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Timaru Lighthouse and Aigantighe Art Gallery are located ... 7/10 Good! (123 reviews) Room are dated, handy to town and beach Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=25%2F04%2F2026&endDate=26%2F04%2F2026&selected=97072619&PinnedHotelID=97072619&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976394636) [See all 56 properties in Timaru Central](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=30%2F03%2F2026&endDate=31%2F03%2F2026®ionId=553248635976394636) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. 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[](https://expedia.co.uk/Timaru-Timaru-Port.dx693191706749415424) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Seaview Though Seaview may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like South Canterbury Museum and Caroline Bay Beach. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Timaru-Seaview.dx693191719415021568) ![Parkside](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3445/78339a0b-5da7-427f-86c9-d6e0fae0ba3b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Parkside While Parkside isn't home to many top sights, South Canterbury Museum and Botanical Gardens are some notable places to visit nearby. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Timaru-Parkside.dx693191715398647808) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Maori Hill While visiting Maori Hill, you might make a stop by sights like Ashbury Park and Caroline Bay Beach. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Timaru-Maori-Hill.dx693191732727414784) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### West End While West End isn't home to many top sights, South Canterbury Museum and Ashbury Park are some notable places to visit nearby. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Timaru-West-End.dx693191729056989184) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Kensington If you're spending some time in Kensington, Botanical Gardens and Patiti Point are top sights worth seeing. 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