Title: Washdyke Travel Guide: Best of Washdyke, Timaru Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Washdyke](https://expedia.co.uk/Washdyke-Hotels.d553248635976008629.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Timaru](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Timaru.d3445.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Washdyke Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Washdyke.d553248635976008629.Car-Hire-Guide)[Washdyke Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Washdyke.d553248635976008629.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Washdyke Travel Guide ## Timaru ## Visit Washdyke Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Timaru travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Timaru.dx3445) --- ### Popular places to visit ![One of the many sights in New Zealand, this rose garden is found in Timaru, a small town in the south island of New zealand](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 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) #### 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) #### DB Brewery You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in DB Brewery during your travels in Timaru. Visit the area's spas or simply enjoy its bars. [](https://expedia.co.uk/DB-Brewery-Washdyke.d6112978.Attraction) #### 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. [](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) #### 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) --- ## Top hotels in Washdyke ![Northpark Motel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9625300/9625227/a20093de_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Northpark Motel Cnr Hilton Highway & Washdyke Flat Road Timaru £75 29 Mar - 30 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this motel in Timaru. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions DB Brewery and Washdyke Lagoon Wildlife Refuge are located ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (74 reviews) Nice and clean and quiet Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=29%2F03%2F2026&endDate=30%2F03%2F2026&selected=9625227&PinnedHotelID=9625227&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976008629) ![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 £67 9 Apr - 10 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! (261 reviews) Parking was easy and on-site laundry was handy Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=09%2F04%2F2026&endDate=10%2F04%2F2026&selected=2592958&PinnedHotelID=2592958&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976008629) ![Andorra Motel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20110000/20104600/20104502/9f18d557_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Andorra Motel 16 McKenzie St Geraldine Stay at this motel in Geraldine. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Geraldine Observatory and Talbot Forest Scenic Reserve ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (306 reviews) Clean and comfortable. Staff accommodating and friendly. Could not find a hair dryer. Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026 [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=07%2F04%2F2026&endDate=08%2F04%2F2026&selected=20104502&PinnedHotelID=20104502&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976008629) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=07%2F04%2F2026&endDate=08%2F04%2F2026&selected=20104502&PinnedHotelID=20104502&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976008629) ![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 £73 1 Apr - 2 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! (828 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=01%2F04%2F2026&endDate=02%2F04%2F2026&selected=9625343&PinnedHotelID=9625343&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976008629) ![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 20 Apr - 21 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! (122 reviews) 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 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=20%2F04%2F2026&endDate=21%2F04%2F2026&selected=97072619&PinnedHotelID=97072619&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976008629) ![ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2510000/2506500/2506498/a9f5197b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge 31 Craigie Avenue Timaru £88 26 Mar - 27 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this motel in Timaru. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Botanical Gardens and South Canterbury Museum are ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (282 reviews) 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 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=26%2F03%2F2026&endDate=27%2F03%2F2026&selected=2506498&PinnedHotelID=2506498&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976008629) [See all 73 properties in Washdyke](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=25%2F03%2F2026&endDate=26%2F03%2F2026®ionId=553248635976008629) 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-Oceanview.dx693191693520580608) ![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) ### Smithfield If you're spending some time in Smithfield, Washdyke Lagoon Wildlife Refuge and Dashing Rocks Beach are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Timaru-Smithfield.dx693191702557986816) ![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) ### Waimataitai While visiting Waimataitai, you might make a stop by sights like Ashbury Park and Dashing Rocks Beach. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Timaru-Waimataitai.dx693191711254265856) ![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) ### 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 Timaru Lighthouse. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Timaru-Marchwiel.dx693191689201225728) ![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 Timaru Lighthouse and Ashbury Park. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Timaru-Maori-Hill.dx693191732727414784) ![One of the many sights in New Zealand, this rose garden is found in Timaru, a small town in the south island of New zealand](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3445/c5d23373-1c78-4eef-a984-737bf9fd16a9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Timaru Port While visiting Timaru Port, you might make a stop by sights like Caroline Bay Beach and Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden. 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