Oceanview Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden

Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden

4.5/5(16 reviews)

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

Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden

Caroline Bay Beach

4.5/5(73 reviews)

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Caroline Bay Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Timaru Port.

Caroline Bay Beach

Timaru Public Hospital

4.5/5(3 reviews)

If Timaru Public Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Timaru.

Timaru Public Hospital

South Canterbury Museum

4.5/5(7 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at South Canterbury Museum during your trip to Timaru. Visit the area's spas or simply enjoy its bars.

South Canterbury Museum

Ashbury Park

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

Ashbury Park

DB Brewery

4.5/5(12 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in DB Brewery during your travels in Timaru. Visit the area's spas or simply enjoy its bars.

DB Brewery

Our pick of the best Oceanview Hotel Deals

The Grosvenor
The Grosvenor
3 out of 5
26 Cains Terrace, Timaru
The price is NZ$136 per night from 11 Apr to 12 Apr
NZ$136
includes taxes & fees
11 Apr - 12 Apr
Stay at this 3-star eco-certified hotel in Timaru. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a casino. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
7.8/10 Good! (782 reviews)
"Great parking, spacious room and good location to shops. Our view of the port was great too."

Reviewed on 27 Mar. 2025

The Grosvenor
Aaron Court Motel
Aaron Court Motel
2 out of 5
27 Evans St, Timaru, Canterbury
The price is NZ$108 per night from 10 Apr to 11 Apr
NZ$108
includes taxes & fees
10 Apr - 11 Apr
Stay at this motel in Timaru. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Timaru Lighthouse and Aigantighe Art Gallery are located ...
6.8/10 (68 reviews)
"The host was friendly and helpful,bed was comfortable and the shower was good.Had everything we needed for a comfortable stay.It was warm and cosy.Would definitely stay there again."

Reviewed on 21 Mar. 2025

Aaron Court Motel
Harbour View Motel
Harbour View Motel
2.5 out of 5
8 Evans Street, Maori Hill, Timaru, SOUTH ISLAND
The price is NZ$186 per night from 16 Apr to 17 Apr
NZ$186
includes taxes & fees
16 Apr - 17 Apr
Stay at this motel in Timaru. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (93 reviews)
"This was a pleasant surprise and good value for the money. The property is conveniently located near a large park with walkable access to the beach and dining options. The room was large and clean."

Reviewed on 17 Mar. 2025

Harbour View Motel
Coastal Ridge Apartments
Coastal Ridge Apartments
3.5 out of 5
38 King Street, Timaru
The price is NZ$202 per night from 30 Mar to 31 Mar
NZ$202
includes taxes & fees
30 Mar - 31 Mar
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Timaru. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the property condition in our reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (95 reviews)
Great place to stay
"Amazing place to staying. Very confortable and quiet"

Reviewed on 26 Mar. 2025

Coastal Ridge Apartments
Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru
Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru
3.5 out of 5
65-67 Evans Street, Timaru
The price is NZ$149 per night from 29 Mar to 30 Mar
NZ$149
includes taxes & fees
29 Mar - 30 Mar
Stay at this 3.5-star motel in Timaru. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and private hot tubs. Popular attractions Ashbury Park and Timaru Lighthouse are located ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (225 reviews)
Happy with our choice
"Warm comfy unit,full kitchen which is always a bonus. Clean and tidy, will stay again"

Reviewed on 18 Mar. 2025

Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru
Aspen on King Motel
Aspen on King Motel
4.5 out of 5
51 King Street, Timaru
The price is NZ$168 per night from 4 Apr to 5 Apr
NZ$168
includes taxes & fees
4 Apr - 5 Apr
Stay at this 4.5-star eco-certified motel in Timaru. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Botanical Gardens and Patiti ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (516 reviews)
"This motel is quiet, clean and well appointed (love the spa bath) and has the attention to detail that I enjoy in any motel. Things like the biscuit with the hot drinks, large size towels, (and plenty of them), free Sky movies all added that touch of enjoyment to our stay."

Reviewed on 27 Mar. 2025

Aspen on King Motel
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Other neighbourhoods around Oceanview

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Smithfield

If you're spending some time in Smithfield, Dashing Rocks Beach and Washdyke Lagoon Wildlife Refuge are top sights worth seeing.

Smithfield
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Waimataitai

While visiting Waimataitai, you might make a stop by sights like Ashbury Park and Dashing Rocks Beach.

Waimataitai
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Marchwiel

While Marchwiel may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Ashbury Park and Caroline Bay Beach.

Marchwiel
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Washdyke

4/5(1 area review)

While visiting Washdyke, you might make a stop by sights like DB Brewery and Washdyke Lagoon Wildlife Refuge.

Washdyke
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Maori Hill

While visiting Maori Hill, you might make a stop by sights like Ashbury Park and Caroline Bay Beach.

Maori Hill
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Highfield

While Highfield isn't home to many top sights, Botanic Gardens and Ashbury Park are some notable places to visit nearby.

Highfield

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