Timaru

Timaru is 2 - 3 hours driving time from Christchurch or Dunedin. It is an excellent location to stop and relax from ones travels, and a base from which to explore South Canterbury. Timaru is South Canterbury's largest city and port and lies in the centre of the South Island. Bordered by the Rangitata River to the north and the Waitaki River to the south and stretching from the Pacific Ocean to the Southern Alps, South Canterbury contains1.42 million-hectares of farms, forests, mountain lakes and rivers.

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  • Aspen on King2009-05-20

    Located in Timaru, Timaru, Canterbury, New Zealand

    Aspen on KingAspen on King Motel in Timaru, Canterbury, New Zealand is close to Timaru Hospital, Botanic Gardens, Century Pool, Theatre Royal and town centre. This Motel caters for the business or leisure traveller and group bookings are also welcome.READ MORE

  • Timaru Golf Club2009-05-20

    Located in Timaru, Timaru, Canterbury, New Zealand

    Timaru Golf ClubVisitors are most welcome at the Timaru Golf CLub in Timaru, Canterbury, New Zealand as are those considering joining as a member. You are invited to take part in the competitions and enjoy the hospitality!READ MORE

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  • White Star Motel

    Located in Timaru, Timaru, Canterbury, New Zealand

    White Star MotelVisit White Star Motel in TimaruREAD MORE

  • Parklands Motor Lodge2009-05-19

    Located in Timaru, Timaru, Canterbury, New Zealand

    Parklands Motor LodgeThe Parklands Motor Lodge in Timaru, Canterbury, New Zealand has 14 ground floor, modern, fully self-catering apartments in a park-like setting and conveniently situated close to the city centre.READ MORE

  • Timaru Top 10 Holiday Park2009-05-19

    Located in Timaru, Timaru, Canterbury, New Zealand

    Timaru Top 10 Holiday ParkTimaru Top 10 Holiday Park in Timaru, Canterbury, New Zealand offers fantastic sheltered facilities in its spacious park grounds. Supermarkets, dining, recreational walks, shopping, golf course, public art gallery, swimming pool and even the main street are all within walking distance. READ MORE

  • Caroline Motel2009-05-19

    Located in Timaru, Timaru, Canterbury, New Zealand

    Caroline MotelThe Caroline Motel in Timaru, Canterbury, New Zealand has 12 large spacious units ranging in size from one bedroom to large three bedroom units, catering for all size families and travellers.READ MORE

  • Cedar Motor Lodge2009-05-19

    Located in Timaru, Timaru, Canterbury, New Zealand

    Cedar Motor LodgeThe Cedar Motor Lodge in Timaru, Canterbury, New Zealand is only a minute away from the Botanical Gardens and only a three minute drive to the city centre.READ MORE

  • Ashbury Park Motel2009-05-19

    Located in Timaru, Timaru, Canterbury, New Zealand

    Ashbury Park MotelThe Ashbury Park Motel in Timaru, Canterbury, New Zealand is the first motel in Timaru City arriving from the North and is located adjacent Ashbury Park and within a two minute walk to fast food, restaurants and a supermarket.READ MORE

  • The Townhouse Motel2009-05-19

    Located in Timaru, Timaru, Canterbury, New Zealand

    The Townhouse MotelJust a short walk from the Townhouse Motel in Timaru, Canterbury, New Zealand you will find the world renowned rose grower Trevor Griffins. The rose garden features a collection of 1150 roses which is well worth a visit.READ MORE

  • Blueberry Cottage2009-05-19

    Located in Timaru, Timaru, Canterbury, New Zealand

    Blueberry CottageWhen you stay at Blueberry Cottage Bed and Breakfast in Timaru, Canterbury, New Zealand you are close to local restaurants, cafe bars, museums, art galleries and the shops. The hospital and botanic gardens is across the road from the Bed and Breakfast. READ MORE

  • Sefton Homestay2009-05-19

    Located in Timaru, Timaru, Canterbury, New Zealand

    Sefton HomestaySefton Homestay Bed and Breakfast in Timaru, Canterbury, New Zealand is conveniently located just a minute or two walk from the Bay Hill restaurants, Caroline Bay and the Stafford St shops.READ MORE

  • Panorama Motor Lodge2009-05-19

    Located in Timaru, Timaru, Canterbury, New Zealand

    Panorama Motor LodgeClose to the Panorama Motor Lodge in Timaru, Canterbury, New Zealand are quality cafes and restaurants and the Motor Lodge is an ideal base for several day trips around the Central South Island or just to relax and absorb what Timaru has to offer.READ MORE

  • Grosvenor Hotel2009-05-19

    Located in Timaru, Timaru, Canterbury, New Zealand

    Grosvenor HotelThe Grosvenor Hotel is situated in central Timaru, Canterbury, New Zealand close to the waterfront and just around the corner from the main shopping area.READ MORE

  • The Benvenue Hotel-Motor Inn

    Located in Timaru, Timaru, Canterbury, New Zealand

    The Benvenue Hotel-Motor InnVisit The Benvenue Hotel-Motor Inn in TimaruREAD MORE

  • Tighnafeile House2009-05-19

    Located in Timaru, Timaru, Canterbury, New Zealand

    Tighnafeile HouseTighnafeile House in Timaru, Canterbury, New Zealand is a historic 1910 era home that has been lovingly and carefully restored to its full character. The House features large rooms with en-suite baths, a formal living room, sitting room, dining room and fabulous, beautiful and expansive grounds.READ MORE

  • Ginger and Garlic2009-05-19

    Located in Timaru, Timaru, Canterbury, New Zealand

    Ginger and GarlicThe Ginger and Garlic Restaurant in Timaru, Canterbury, New Zealand boasts stunning views and a great ambience. Ginger and Garlic also accommodate functions and can design your function around your tastes, your likes and your group.READ MORE