Timaru Central Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A coastal city with a beach, a port with ships, and industrial buildings.

Stay near popular Timaru Central attractions


Our pick of the best Timaru Central Hotel Deals

The Sea Breeze

The Sea Breeze

2 out of 5
28 The Bay Hill Timaru Canterbury Region
The price is AU$199 per night from 22 Nov to 23 Nov
AU$199
22 Nov - 23 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! (25 reviews)
"Modern, clean, spacious, good view of Caroline Bay. Very friendly. Loved it."

Reviewed on 14 Nov 2026

The Sea Breeze
The Grosvenor

The Grosvenor

3 out of 5
26 Cains Terrace Timaru
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$142 per night from 25 Nov to 26 Nov
AU$142
25 Nov - 26 Nov
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 ...
8/10 Very good! (851 reviews)
"No faults whatsoever. Treated like royalty by reception staff and bar staff. Great parking facilities. Definitely would come back. Thai restaurant Som Tom close by is best Thai we have ever had."

Reviewed on 24 Oct 2026

The Grosvenor
Panorama Motor Lodge

Panorama Motor Lodge

3 out of 5
52 The Bay Hill Timaru
The price is AU$169 per night from 6 Dec to 7 Dec
AU$169
6 Dec - 7 Dec
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! (143 reviews)
"Good location for dining choices."

Reviewed on 11 Nov 2026

Panorama Motor Lodge
The Fort. Timaru

The Fort. Timaru

3 out of 5
66 Stafford St Timaru Canterbury
The price is AU$93 per night from 22 Nov to 23 Nov
AU$93
22 Nov - 23 Nov
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! (22 reviews)
"Very good."

Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026

The Fort. Timaru
‘Jupiter’ Bayview Escape Apartment

‘Jupiter’ Bayview Escape Apartment

Timaru Canterbury Region
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

‘Jupiter’ Bayview Escape Apartment
Aaron Court Motel

Aaron Court Motel

2 out of 5
27 Evans St Timaru Canterbury
The price is AU$87 per night from 15 Dec to 16 Dec
AU$87
15 Dec - 16 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 ...
Aaron Court Motel
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 Timaru Central

Find the best Timaru Central areas for the activities you enjoy most.

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.

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.

West End

While West End isn't home to many top sights, Aigantighe Art Gallery and South Canterbury Museum are some notable places to visit nearby.



Timaru Central Travel Guide

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