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$138 per night from 11 Apr to 12 Apr
NZ$138
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! (783 reviews)
"A beautifully renovated old building, with the perfect mixture of timeless classic architecture and modern amenities. Loved the original elevator, was quite charming, and faster than some modern elevators we’ve used. The rooms were tastefully decorated with a modern bathroom. Being on the top floor ..."

Reviewed on 29 Mar. 2025

The Grosvenor
Aaron Court Motel
Aaron Court Motel
2 out of 5
27 Evans St, Timaru, Canterbury
The price is NZ$110 per night from 3 Apr to 4 Apr
NZ$110
includes taxes & fees
3 Apr - 4 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 (69 reviews)
"Convenient for my stay, warm-dry and reasonably quiet from traffic noise overnight. Great to be able to have car under cover."

Reviewed on 26 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$183 per night from 11 Apr to 12 Apr
NZ$183
includes taxes & fees
11 Apr - 12 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 6 Apr to 7 Apr
NZ$202
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 Apr
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$145 per night from 9 Apr to 10 Apr
NZ$145
includes taxes & fees
9 Apr - 10 Apr
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
Asure Ashley Motor Lodge
Asure Ashley Motor Lodge
3 out of 5
95-99 King Street, Timaru
The price is NZ$190 per night from 14 Apr to 15 Apr
NZ$190
includes taxes & fees
14 Apr - 15 Apr
Stay at this 3-star motel in Timaru. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the property condition in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (158 reviews)
"Very friendly welcome. Room was clean and quiet. Would stay again"

Reviewed on 13 Mar. 2025

Asure Ashley Motor Lodge
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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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