Watlington Travel Guide

Timaru

Popular places to visit

Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden

Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden

5/5(2 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(4 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

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

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

Top hotels in Watlington

The Grosvenor

The Grosvenor

3 out of 5
26 Cains Terrace, Timaru
The price is 2.544.635 ₫ per night from 20 Aug to 21 Aug
2.544.635 ₫
2.926.330 ₫ total
20 Aug - 21 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star eco-certified hotel in Timaru. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a casino. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
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 2.277.387 ₫ per night from 15 Aug to 16 Aug
2.277.387 ₫
2.618.995 ₫ total
15 Aug - 16 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star eco-certified motel in Timaru. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 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
ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge

ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge

3 out of 5
31 Craigie Avenue, Parkside, Timaru
Stay at this 3-star motel in Timaru. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Botanical Gardens and South Canterbury Museum ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (254 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

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ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge
Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge

Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge

2.5 out of 5
10 Wai-Iti Rd, Maori Hill, Timaru
The price is 3.014.257 ₫ per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
3.014.257 ₫
3.466.396 ₫ total
17 Aug - 18 Aug
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 Aigantighe Art Gallery ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (123 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
Aaron Court Motel

Aaron Court Motel

2 out of 5
27 Evans St, Timaru, Canterbury
The price is 1.346.416 ₫ per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
1.346.416 ₫
1.548.347 ₫ total
17 Aug - 18 Aug
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 ...
6.8/10 (85 reviews)
"Service was excellent. A bit dated but very clean and bed was excellent. We would come back again"

Reviewed on 3 Aug 2025

Aaron Court Motel
Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru

Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru

3.5 out of 5
65-67 Evans Street, Timaru
The price is 2.012.987 ₫ per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
2.012.987 ₫
2.314.935 ₫ total
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star 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! (236 reviews)
"I’m just happy"

Reviewed on 7 Aug 2025

Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru
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Other neighbourhoods around Watlington

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West End

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

West End
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Seaview

Though Seaview may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like South Canterbury Museum and Caroline Bay Beach.

Seaview
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Parkside

While Parkside isn't home to many top sights, South Canterbury Museum and Botanical Gardens are some notable places to visit nearby.

Parkside
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Kensington

If you're spending some time in Kensington, Botanical Gardens and Patiti Point are top sights worth seeing.

Kensington
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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.

Timaru Central
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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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