Timaru Vacations

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Your Timaru Vacation

Known for its coastal scenery and relaxed vibe, Timaru is an excellent getaway destination. Lock in one of our Timaru vacation packages and experience all that this interesting city has to offer. If your trip to Timaru includes some sightseeing, check out famous attractions like Caroline Bay Beach, South Canterbury Museum and DB Brewery. Your Timaru vacation is a few clicks away. Search hotels, airfares and more on Expedia for a getaway that's tailored to suit your style.

Where to stay in Timaru

Find the best Timaru areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Timaru
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Timaru Central

1 out of top 10 points of interest in this area

While visiting Timaru Central, you might make a stop by sights like South Canterbury Museum and Te Ana Maori Rock Art Centre.

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Discover the most popular places to visit in Timaru

One of the many sights in New Zealand, this rose garden is found in Timaru, a small town in the south island of New zealand

Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden

You can find out about the history of Timaru with a trip to Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden. Visit the area's spas, or simply enjoy its bars.

Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden

Timaru Public Hospital

Though Timaru Public Hospital might be what brings you to town, perhaps you'll have a chance to explore more of Timaru while you are here.

Timaru Public Hospital

Ashbury Park

Explore the great outdoors at Ashbury Park, a lovely green space in Timaru.

Ashbury Park

Timaru Hotel Deals

Harbour View Motel

Harbour View Motel

2.5 out of 5
8 Evans Street, Maori Hill, Timaru, SOUTH ISLAND
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$106 nightly
The price is $123 total per night from Oct 18 to Oct 19
$123 total
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Total with taxes and fees
9.2/10 Wonderful! (107 reviews)
"Perfectly fine, great staff, and the room was spot on. Lag time on the TV deciding what it wanted to do was a little annoying, but that’s the only fault I can think of."

Reviewed on Sep 21, 2025

Harbour View Motel
Aspen on King Motel

Aspen on King Motel

4.5 out of 5
51 King Street, Timaru
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$82 nightly
The price is $95 total per night from Oct 18 to Oct 19
$95 total
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Total with taxes and fees
8.8/10 Excellent! (534 reviews)
"Spacious. Nice spa"

Reviewed on Sep 14, 2025

Aspen on King Motel
The Grosvenor

The Grosvenor

3 out of 5
26 Cains Terrace, Timaru
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$73 nightly
The price is $85 total per night from Nov 7 to Nov 8
$85 total
Nov 7 - Nov 8
Total with taxes and fees
7.8/10 Good! (796 reviews)
"Friendly staff,enjoyed a late cheak out . Clean bed and bathroom. Comfortable large room and bathroom. Opening windows."

Reviewed on Oct 1, 2025

The Grosvenor
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Timaru Essential Information

Language
English
Currency
New Zealand dollars
Closest Airport
Richard Pearse Airport (TIU)
Population
28,000
Max Temp Winter
40ºF
Max Temp Summer
55ºF
Top Sights
Caroline Bay Beach, South Canterbury Museum and DB Brewery

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a Timaru vacation package cost?
You'll find cheap prices on Expedia for your Timaru getaway. However, factors like the length of stay, hotel choice and season will determine how much your vacation to Timaru costs.
What are the cheapest months to go to Timaru?
If you're looking to score a cheap Timaru vacation package, consider visiting in February, November and December. You'll usually find lower prices on hotels and airfares during these months — ideal for budget-conscious travelers.
How many days is enough for Timaru?
With around 2 days, you'll have plenty of time to visit popular neighborhoods such as Timaru Central and Maori Hill during your Timaru vacation. Make sure to also add DB Brewery and Dashing Rocks Beach to your sightseeing list. Up for some more adventures? Consider venturing outside of Timaru on day trips and tours.
Is it worth booking a vacation package to Timaru?
It's no wonder a Timaru vacation is on the must-do list of many travelers. Popular attractions like Caroline Bay Beach are just the beginning of what you can explore here.
How to find the best Timaru package deals?
Use Expedia's filter tool to find some unbeatable Timaru package deals. When you begin your search, simply set your maximum budget and then order the results by "Price: low to high." If you want to save, plan your trip for midweek, or search for Timaru package deals in the off-peak season. Switch up your travel dates and you may land even bigger discounts. As a rule of thumb, it's typically best to book your vacation package well in advance.
Is it cheaper to book a Timaru vacation as a package?
You can enjoy significant savings on your next Timaru getaway by booking a personalized vacation package. Click on the "Package" heading, then enter your travel dates and destination to browse the best hotel and flight prices. Bundle everything into a neat package and you can save hundreds of dollars. Consider adding a car rental and you may score a better deal.
When to book a vacation package to Timaru?
Land incredible bargains by booking your flights in advance with Expedia. If being spontaneous is more your style, take advantage of our last-minute deals for a spur-of-the-moment Timaru adventure.
How to plan a trip to Timaru?

  1. Choose your dates: The things you'd like to do in Timaru and your favorite season will help you decide when to travel.
  2. Plan your budget wisely: On top of the price of your hotel, you should factor in other expenses. These include food, transportation and flights. Also, set aside a little extra for unexpected expenses that may crop up during your trip to Timaru.
  3. Use Expedia's trip planning tool to explore Timaru: Research every aspect of your trip to Timaru with this handy planner. Invite your friends and family to collaborate on a group trip, search for stays or things to do and make bookings.
  4. Decide your trip length: Think about how long you'd like to spend discovering Timaru. Plan your days so you can get to all the activities and attractions you're interested in at a leisurely pace.
  5. Bundle your bookings: With your travel dates in place, you can combine your car rental, hotels, flights and more into a personalized Timaru vacation package.
  6. Book any excursions or activities: Here's the fun part — organizing everything you want to do and see. Browse some of the exciting things to do in Timaru and book your tickets early to save time (and maybe some cash too!).

Does Expedia offer Book Now, Pay Later Timaru vacation packages?
If you're like us, you love discovering new places but don't love the big price tag that can sometimes come with it. That's why we offer Book Now, Pay Later vacations. With help from online lender Affirm, you can spread the total cost of your Timaru trip across 3, 6 or 12 months. There are also no late payment fees or hidden costs, so you can snap up great vacation packages with payment plans as soon as you see them.

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* Savings based on package bookings compared to the price of the same components booked separately. Savings not available on all packages.