Hotels in Timaru, New Zealand

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Timaru, New Zealand
5 Apr — 6 Apr2
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Gain useful insights and advice for booking the perfect stay in Timaru. Price data is based on averages over the past 12 months and was last updated on 29 March 2024.
Cheapest month:June
Most expensive month:July
Average price in Timaru:$87/night
Cheapest price found:$47/night
Cheapest day:Tuesday
Most expensive day:Wednesday
$66 - $125
Average price per night / 3-star hotel. Prices are not fixed and may vary with time.
$90 - $198
Average price per night / 3-star hotel. Prices are not fixed and may vary with time.

Cheapest hotels in Timaru, New Zealand

Discover affordable stays in Timaru that provide a quality experience without breaking the bank. Hotels in Timaru can be found for as low as $107 per night. There is currently one property in Timaru that can be booked for this price. Harbour View Motel is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in Timaru. Price data was last updated on 29 March 2024
Out of the hotels in Timaru we've come across, these properties are priced the lowest. Consider alternative dates if you're able to compare prices.
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8 Evans Street, Timaru, New Zealand
1.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$107
Avg. per night
10 Wai-Iti Rd, Timaru, New Zealand
1.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$113
Avg. per night

Where to stay in Timaru

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About Timaru

Known for its beachside attractions in Caroline Bay, Timaru boasts Victorian and Edwardian buildings that house a popular art gallery and museum with moa-hunter artifacts. Learn about local Maori traditions and rock art at a cultural center or explore pleasant walking paths through a beautiful botanic garden.

Things to do in Timaru

Start your exploration of Timaru at Caroline Bay, where outdoor enthusiasts can relax at the sandy beach or stroll along the Caroline Bay Boardwalk, which winds around the sand dunes. Listen to live music concerts on the beach in summer or kick back at one of the restaurants and cafes between the beach and main shopping zone.

Learn more about the nature, history and native people of the region at South Canterbury Museum. Browse exhibits highlighting local wildlife and preserved fossils, then visit the Takata Whenua exhibition and Heritage Theatre to see how Maori communities existed and watch short films about local folklore.

For a closer look at Timaru’s diverse foliage, head to Timaru Botanic Gardens. Wander through trails past shady trees and herb gardens, then stop to feed ducks at picturesque ponds or inhale the pleasant scent of the rose garden.

Considered the hub of art culture in South Canterbury, the Aigantighe Art Gallery is housed in a 100-year-old home. Admire British Victorian paintings and pieces from local artists, then step outside to see the beautiful sculpture garden. Art enthusiasts can also make the trek to Timaru’s Te Ana Maori Rock Art Centre to hear tribal stories from local Maori guides.

Getting around Timaru

You can fly into Christchurch International Airport, then take a bus or pick up a rental car and drive the 160 kilometers to Timaru. In town, the main mode of transportation is car, but it’s possible to get around the city centre on foot.

Facts about staying in Timaru

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  • What are the best hotels in Timaru?

    456 reviews rated Glenmark Holiday Park with an average score of 7.7/10. It may also be worth looking into the Northpark Motel, which received a rating of 8.1/10 from 154 reviews. Asure Avenue Motor Lodge could also be a good option, with a score of 8.7/10 from 398 reviews.

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