Motel accommodation & activities in Timaru 

Timaru, snuggled between the deep blue Pacific and the majestic Southern Alps, is one of South Canterbury’s most popular cities, a fine place to live and a must-visit for leisure and adventure travellers alike.

This town is only minutes away from Christchurch and Dunedin, and so, a fine base for exploring the beautiful South Island of New Zealand.

Local attractions include the Timaru museum, the DB brewery, the Aigantighe art gallery, the spectacular Caroline Bay beach and the beautiful Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden.

This centrally located holiday destination, hosts a traditional Christmas-New Year carnival every year, which attracts visitors from all over the country and around the world.

Timaru offers a wide range of accommodation options, a fine selection of cafés and restaurants, and a variety of holiday activities including yachting, swimming, boating, wildlife encounters, scenic walks & flights and dolphin tours.

Timaru Motels:

• Parklands Motor Lodge, Timaru
• The Townhouse Motel, Timaru