Washdyke Travel Guide
Timaru
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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.
DB Brewery
You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in DB Brewery during your travels in Timaru. Visit the area's spas or simply enjoy its bars.
Washdyke Lagoon Wildlife Refuge
Explore the great outdoors at Washdyke Lagoon Wildlife Refuge, a lovely green space in Timaru.
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.
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.
Ashbury Park
Explore the great outdoors at Ashbury Park, a lovely green space in Timaru.
Top hotels in Washdyke

Northpark Motel
"Very warm and comfortable, easy to get to and quiet despite being near a busy road. Amazing kitchen facilities with everything you need to cook a meal!"
Reviewed on 7 May 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 3 Jun 2026

The Grosvenor
"Loved my stay. Great hotel with lovely rooms."
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026

Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru
"Clean tidy a very friendly staff"
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026

Aaron Court Motel
"no tea towel mo paper towel room smell curry"
Reviewed on 22 Jun 2026

ASURE Scenic Route Motor Lodge
"Room was spacious, location was convenient, walking distance to restaurants, and bathroom was clean."
Reviewed on 6 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Washdyke

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.
Maori Hill
While visiting Maori Hill, you might make a stop by sights like Ashbury Park and Caroline Bay Beach.
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.
Waimataitai
While visiting Waimataitai, you might make a stop by sights like Ashbury Park and Dashing Rocks Beach.
Highfield
While Highfield isn't home to many top sights, Botanic Gardens and Ashbury Park are some notable places to visit nearby.
