Waimataitai
Timaru
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Popular places to visit
Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden
You can find out about the history of Timaru with a trip to Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden. Visit the area's spas, or simply enjoy its bars.
Dashing Rocks Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Dashing Rocks Beach during your trip to Timaru?
Ashbury Park
Explore the great outdoors at Ashbury Park, a lovely green space in Timaru.
South Canterbury Museum
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at South Canterbury Museum during your travels in Timaru. Visit the area's spas, or simply enjoy its bars.
Caroline Bay Beach
If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Caroline Bay Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Timaru Port.
Botanic Gardens
You can find out about the history of Timaru with a visit to Botanic Gardens. Visit the area's spas, or simply enjoy its bars.
Waimataitai Hotel Deals
Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru
"Clean tidy a very friendly staff"
Reviewed on Jun 1, 2026
Ashbury Park Motel
"Very noisy, esp at night with trucks going down the main highway."
Reviewed on Apr 10, 2026
Anchor Motel
"Whole house. Very old house which was actually quite an experience..pull chord for lights and shower over claw foot bath, took me back to my 20's.. 1 full length mirror somewhere, would be great!! But iron and board were very helpful! Needs some work on both bathrooms! Extractor fan in kitchen VERY ..."
Reviewed on Jun 3, 2026
The Grosvenor
"Loved my stay. Great hotel with lovely rooms."
Reviewed on Jun 4, 2026
Aaron Court Motel
"Photos uploaded"
Reviewed on Jun 14, 2026
Coastal Ridge Apartments
"Clean room, prime location"
Reviewed on May 22, 2026
Where to stay in Waimataitai
Timaru Central
While visiting Timaru Central, you might make a stop by sights like South Canterbury Museum and Te Ana Maori Rock Art Centre.
Washdyke
If you're spending some time in Washdyke, DB Brewery and Washdyke Lagoon Wildlife Refuge are top sights worth seeing.
Maori Hill
While visiting Maori Hill, you might make a stop by sights like Aigantighe Art Gallery and Ashbury Park.
West End
West End might not have many top sights, but Botanic Gardens and South Canterbury Museum are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Highfield
While Highfield might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Botanic Gardens and Ashbury Park.
