Waimataitai Travel Guide
Timaru
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Stay near popular Waimataitai attractions
Top hotels in Waimataitai

Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru
"Nice room. There was no A/C in our unit and the hotel is on highway #1 so lots of traffic noise."
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2026

Ashbury Park Motel
"Good place to stay"
Reviewed on 30 Jul 2026

Aaron Court Motel
"There is nothing good to say about this place. Our room was dirty and ill-maintained. Being right on State Highway 1 it was noisy 24/7, and access in and out was difficult due to the constant traffic."
Reviewed on 24 Oct 2026

Asure Ashley Motor Lodge
"Well above expectations. Great to have 2 separate bedrooms. Very spacious unit. Highly recommend."
Reviewed on 7 Oct 2026

The Sea Breeze
"Absolutely top notch from the lovely lady at reception to the great views perfect stay, great location lovely apartment will stay again 🙂"
Reviewed on 28 Oct 2026

The Grosvenor
"No faults whatsoever. Treated like royalty by reception staff and bar staff. Great parking facilities. Definitely would come back. Thai restaurant Som Tom close by is best Thai we have ever had."
Reviewed on 24 Oct 2026
Where to stay in Waimataitai

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.
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.
Maori Hill
While visiting Maori Hill, you might make a stop by sights like Timaru Lighthouse and Ashbury Park.

Timaru Port
While visiting Timaru Port, you might make a stop by sights like Caroline Bay Beach and Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden.
Highfield
While Highfield isn't home to many top sights, Aigantighe Art Gallery and Ashbury Park are some notable places to visit nearby.


