Title: Visit West End: 2026 West End, Timaru Travel Guide | Expedia.com [Hotels in West End](https://expedia.com/West-End-Hotels.d693191729056989184.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Timaru](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Timaru.d3445.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Car Rentals in West End](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-West-End.d693191729056989184.Car-Rental-Guide)[West End Vacations](https://expedia.com/West-End.d693191729056989184.Destination-Travel-Guides) # West End ## Timaru ## Visit West End Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Timaru Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Timaru.dx3445) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3445/c5d23373-1c78-4eef-a984-737bf9fd16a9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.com/Trevor-Griffiths-Rose-Garden-Timaru-Port.d553248621526966893.Vacation-Attraction) #### Botanic Gardens You can find out about the history of Timaru with a visit to Botanic Gardens. Visit the area's spas, or simply enjoy its bars. [](https://expedia.com/Botanic-Gardens-West-End.d553248621526966891.Vacation-Attraction) #### Caroline Bay Beach If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Caroline Bay Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Timaru Port. [](https://expedia.com/Caroline-Bay-Beach-Canterbury.d553248621532610216.Vacation-Attraction) #### 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. [](https://expedia.com/Timaru-Public-Hospital-Parkside.d553248635976021980.Vacation-Attraction) #### South Canterbury Museum You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at South Canterbury Museum during your travels in Timaru. Visit the area's spas, or simply enjoy its bars. [](https://expedia.com/South-Canterbury-Museum-Timaru-Central.d6112974.Vacation-Attraction) #### Washdyke Lagoon Wildlife Refuge Explore the great outdoors at Washdyke Lagoon Wildlife Refuge, a lovely green space in Timaru. [](https://expedia.com/Washdyke-Lagoon-Wildlife-Refuge-Washdyke.d659314526844231680.Vacation-Attraction) --- ## West End Hotel Deals ![Home Sweet Home](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107910000/107904100/107904018/b994215b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Home Sweet Home Timaru Canterbury Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Timaru. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities, and patios. Popular attractions Botanic Gardens and Aigantighe ... 10/10 Exceptional! (11 reviews) Clean and quiet Lovely property that was clean and quiet. It had everything we needed plus a bonus with the bikes for our boys - thank you. Reviewed on Apr 24, 2025 [Get rates](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=4%2F17%2F2026&endDate=4%2F18%2F2026&selected=107904018&PinnedHotelID=107904018&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=693191729056989184) [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=4%2F17%2F2026&endDate=4%2F18%2F2026&selected=107904018&PinnedHotelID=107904018&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=693191729056989184) ![The Grosvenor](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9625400/9625343/3e1de2bd_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Grosvenor 26 Cains Terrace Timaru $83 nightly $96 total Apr 12 - Apr 13 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Timaru. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a casino. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ... 8/10 Very Good! (832 reviews) Great staff , wonderful rooms , very modern . Some construction during the day but quiet at night , safe area for walking , restuarants close by and variety. Reviewed on Apr 3, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=4%2F12%2F2026&endDate=4%2F13%2F2026&selected=9625343&PinnedHotelID=9625343&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=693191729056989184) ![Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2600000/2593000/2592958/1d3e34b8_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru 65-67 Evans Street Timaru $74 nightly $85 total Apr 4 - Apr 5 Total with taxes and fees Stay at this motel in Timaru. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and private hot tubs. Popular attractions Ashbury Park and Timaru Lighthouse are located ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (263 reviews) A very clean unit, had good cooking facilities, and the staff were very pleasant and helpful. Reviewed on Mar 26, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=4%2F4%2F2026&endDate=4%2F5%2F2026&selected=2592958&PinnedHotelID=2592958&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=693191729056989184) ![Aaron Court Motel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/98000000/97080000/97072700/97072619/aca87d6e_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Aaron Court Motel 27 Evans St Timaru Canterbury $47 nightly $55 total Apr 17 - Apr 18 Total with taxes and fees Stay at this motel in Timaru. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Timaru Lighthouse and Aigantighe Art Gallery are located ... 7/10 Good! (123 reviews) Room are dated, handy to town and beach Reviewed on Mar 28, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=4%2F17%2F2026&endDate=4%2F18%2F2026&selected=97072619&PinnedHotelID=97072619&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=693191729056989184) ![ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2510000/2506500/2506498/a9f5197b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge 31 Craigie Avenue Timaru $98 nightly $113 total Apr 5 - Apr 6 Total with taxes and fees Stay at this motel in Timaru. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Botanical Gardens and South Canterbury Museum are ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (282 reviews) The 2 bedroom unit on upper floor has large fridge/freezer, dishwasher, microwave and cutlery etc. King bed is high and firm and gives a fantastic sleep. Unit is not noisy. Bathroom is a bit 'tired' and in need of renovation.Staff are friendly and happy to help with any queries or needs. Overall ... Reviewed on Mar 22, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=4%2F5%2F2026&endDate=4%2F6%2F2026&selected=2506498&PinnedHotelID=2506498&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=693191729056989184) ![The Fort. Timaru](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113650000/113647900/113647837/2ae10a39_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Fort. Timaru 66 Stafford St Timaru Canterbury $74 nightly $86 total Apr 28 - Apr 29 Total with taxes and fees Stay at this guesthouse in Timaru. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Te Ana Maori Rock Art Centre and South Canterbury Museum ... 7.6/10 Good! (19 reviews) Shared bathroom facilities. Very clean and well setup. No different to a family bathroom. 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