Washdyke Travel Guide
Timaru
Popular places to visit
Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden
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.
Washdyke Lagoon Wildlife Refuge
Explore the great outdoors at Washdyke Lagoon Wildlife Refuge, a lovely green space in Timaru.
DB Brewery
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.
Caroline Bay Beach
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.
Timaru Public Hospital
If Timaru Public Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Timaru.
South Canterbury Museum
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.
Top hotels in Washdyke
Northpark Motel
Nice and clean and quiet
Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026
Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru
Parking was easy and on-site laundry was handy
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026
Andorra Motel
Clean and comfortable. Staff accommodating and friendly. Could not find a hair dryer.
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026
The Grosvenor
Beautiful room. Quite large. Had everything we needed . Had dinner downstairs at the restaurant. Good value meals.
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026
Aaron Court Motel
The driveways are very steep & covered in gravel. Parking is at the back in the bottom of the hill. It's a bit tricky to maneuver when uploading your car on such a steep incline & pulling out into Highway 1 - which is at the top of the hill.
Reviewed on 14 Mar 2026
ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge
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 22 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Washdyke
Oceanview
Though Oceanview may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Ashbury Park and Washdyke Lagoon Wildlife Refuge.
Smithfield
If you're spending some time in Smithfield, Washdyke Lagoon Wildlife Refuge and Dashing Rocks Beach are top sights worth seeing.
Waimataitai
While visiting Waimataitai, you might make a stop by sights like Ashbury Park and Dashing Rocks Beach.
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 Timaru Lighthouse.
Maori Hill
While visiting Maori Hill, you might make a stop by sights like Timaru Lighthouse and Ashbury Park.
Timaru Port
While visiting Timaru Port, you might make a stop by sights like Caroline Bay Beach and Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden.
