Marchwiel Travel Guide

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Popular places to visit

Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden

Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden

4.5/5(16 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.

Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden

Caroline Bay Beach

4.5/5(73 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.

Caroline Bay Beach

Timaru Public Hospital

4.5/5(3 reviews)

If Timaru Public Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Timaru.

Timaru Public Hospital

South Canterbury Museum

4.5/5(7 reviews)

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.

South Canterbury Museum

Ashbury Park

Explore the great outdoors at Ashbury Park, a lovely green space in Timaru.

Ashbury Park

Washdyke Lagoon Wildlife Refuge

Explore the great outdoors at Washdyke Lagoon Wildlife Refuge, a lovely green space in Timaru.

Washdyke Lagoon Wildlife Refuge

Our pick of the best Marchwiel Hotel Deals

Sun Soaked Lookout Timaru

Sun Soaked Lookout Timaru

Timaru District
Stay at this apartment in Timaru. Enjoy patios, cable/satellite TV service, and in-room fireplaces. Popular attractions Ashbury Park and Timaru Lighthouse are ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (46 reviews)
Weekend stay
"Great stay. House nice and warm. Everything we needed."

Reviewed on 18 Aug. 2024

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Sun Soaked Lookout Timaru
The Grosvenor

The Grosvenor

3 out of 5
26 Cains Terrace, Timaru
The price is AU$134 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
AU$134
9 Aug - 10 Aug
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

The Grosvenor
Aspen on King Motel

Aspen on King Motel

4.5 out of 5
51 King Street, Timaru
The price is AU$149 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
AU$149
9 Aug - 10 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

Aspen on King Motel
Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge

Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge

2.5 out of 5
10 Wai-Iti Rd, Maori Hill, Timaru
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$190 per night from 13 Aug to 14 Aug
AU$190
13 Aug - 14 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! (122 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

Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge
Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru

Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru

3.5 out of 5
65-67 Evans Street, Timaru
The price is AU$131 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
AU$131
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star motel in Timaru. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and private hot tubs. Popular attractions Ashbury Park and Timaru Lighthouse are located ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (234 reviews)
"Good motel"

Reviewed on 22 Jun. 2025

Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru
ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge

ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge

3 out of 5
31 Craigie Avenue, Parkside, Timaru
The price is AU$161 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
AU$161
9 Aug - 10 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! (253 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

ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge
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Other neighbourhoods around Marchwiel

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Highfield

While Highfield isn't home to many top sights, Botanic Gardens and Ashbury Park are some notable places to visit nearby.

Highfield
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Waimataitai

While visiting Waimataitai, you might make a stop by sights like Ashbury Park and Dashing Rocks Beach.

Waimataitai
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Oceanview

Though Oceanview may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Washdyke Lagoon Wildlife Refuge and Ashbury Park.

Oceanview
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Glenwood

When in Glenwood, you can plan a visit to Ashbury Park and Botanic Gardens, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Glenwood
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Maori Hill

While visiting Maori Hill, you might make a stop by sights like Ashbury Park and Caroline Bay Beach.

Maori Hill
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Smithfield

If you're spending some time in Smithfield, Washdyke Lagoon Wildlife Refuge and Dashing Rocks Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Smithfield

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