Kensington Travel Guide
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Our pick of the best Kensington Hotel Deals
Asure Ashley Motor Lodge
95-99 King Street Timaru
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$155 per night from 26 Nov to 27 Nov
AU$155
26 Nov - 27 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Timaru. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Botanical Gardens and Otipua Wetland are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (184 reviews)
"What a great hotel. We only had 1 night but my husband chose well . So comfortable, pristine clean and great amenities even a sachet of makeup remover. Bed was so comfortable and shower great. Easy parking . Would definitely stay again."
Reviewed on 5 Nov 2026
Coastal Ridge Apartments
38 King Street Timaru
The price is AU$188 per night from 20 Nov to 21 Nov
AU$188
20 Nov - 21 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this aparthotel in Timaru. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the property condition in their reviews. Popular ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (113 reviews)
"Excellent"
Reviewed on 9 Oct 2026
Cedar Lodge Motel
36 King Street Timaru
The price is AU$153 per night from 15 Nov to 16 Nov
AU$153
15 Nov - 16 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Timaru. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Botanical Gardens and Patiti Point are located ...
Aaron Court Motel
27 Evans St Timaru Canterbury
The price is AU$87 per night from 14 Dec to 15 Dec
AU$87
14 Dec - 15 Dec
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 ...
Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru
65-67 Evans Street Timaru
The price is AU$135 per night from 20 Nov to 21 Nov
AU$135
20 Nov - 21 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Timaru. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Ashbury Park and Timaru Lighthouse are located ...
The Sea Breeze
28 The Bay Hill Timaru Canterbury Region
The price is AU$202 per night from 20 Nov to 21 Nov
AU$202
20 Nov - 21 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Timaru. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and balconies or patios. Popular attractions Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden and South Canterbury Museum ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (24 reviews)
"The hotel was in a great position. The receptions was very helpful. The room was lovely. Very clean and comfortable. We will definitely stay at the Seabreeze when we are next in Timaru"
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2026
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.
Our guide on where to stay in Kensington
Find the best Kensington areas for the activities you enjoy most.
Timaru Central
If you're spending some time in Timaru Central, South Canterbury Museum and Te Ana Maori Rock Art Centre are top sights worth seeing.
Seaview
Though Seaview may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like South Canterbury Museum and Timaru Lighthouse.
Maori Hill
While visiting Maori Hill, you might make a stop by sights like Timaru Lighthouse and Ashbury Park.
Photo by Paolo Corrales
Open Photo by Paolo Corrales
Timaru Port
While visiting Timaru Port, you might make a stop by sights like Caroline Bay Beach and Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden.
Highfield
While Highfield isn't home to many top sights, Aigantighe Art Gallery and Ashbury Park are some notable places to visit nearby.
