Watlington Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
Timaru Public Hospital
If Timaru Public Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Timaru.
Ashbury Park
Explore the great outdoors at Ashbury Park, a lovely green space in Timaru.
Timaru Lighthouse
Learn about the local history of Timaru when you spend time at Timaru Lighthouse.
Top hotels in Watlington
Aspen on King Motel
Very clean and tidy room with all the amenities I needed
Reviewed on 25 Nov 2025
The Grosvenor
Absolutely loved my stay here, the staff were amazing and the room was very clean, neat and tidy with everything I needed plus the location was great! Would definitely stay here again
Reviewed on 27 Nov 2025
Aaron Court Motel
Good sized apartment. The bedroom was fine, and living room was great .The kitchen area was well equipped and even had a proper oven so I could cook a pizza. Outside was good for parking as it came with its own garage .
Reviewed on 21 Nov 2025
ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge
Very spacious apartment, had everything you would need. Staff very helpful, and friendly. Loved our stay.
Reviewed on 19 Nov 2025
Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge
Wonderful check-in experience with personalized recommendations and advice.
Reviewed on 21 Nov 2025
Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru
Great value.
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Watlington
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.
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.
Parkside
While Parkside isn't home to many top sights, South Canterbury Museum and Botanical Gardens are some notable places to visit nearby.
Kensington
If you're spending some time in Kensington, Botanical Gardens and Patiti Point are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Highfield
While Highfield isn't home to many top sights, Ashbury Park and Timaru Lighthouse are some notable places to visit nearby.
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