Kensington

Timaru

Popular places to visit

Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden

Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden

5/5(2 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

Patiti Point

Explore the great outdoors at Patiti Point, a lovely green space in Timaru.

Patiti Point

Botanical Gardens

5/5(2 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Botanical Gardens, a lovely green space in Timaru. Visit the area's spas or simply enjoy its bars.

Botanical Gardens

Caroline Bay Beach

4.5/5(4 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

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

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

Top hotels in Kensington

Coastal Ridge Apartments
Coastal Ridge Apartments
3.5 out of 5
38 King Street, Timaru
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! (97 reviews)
"Fantastic units, easy check-in, just what we needed. Be careful of wet floors in the bathroom, the tiles are very slippery"

Reviewed on 28 Apr, 2025

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Cedar Lodge Motel
Cedar Lodge Motel
3 out of 5
36 King Street, Timaru
The price is S$125 per night from 14 Jun to 15 Jun
S$125
14 Jun - 15 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star motel in Timaru. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Botanical Gardens and Patiti Point are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (116 reviews)
"Very comfortable place to stay, it was quiet in the back unit."

Reviewed on 8 Jun, 2025

Cedar Lodge Motel
Asure Ashley Motor Lodge
Asure Ashley Motor Lodge
3 out of 5
95-99 King Street, Timaru
The price is S$153 per night from 14 Jun to 15 Jun
S$153
14 Jun - 15 Jun
includes taxes & fees
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! (162 reviews)
"A very well appointed room, including a Spa. Pristine clean and the bed...so comfy! There was a little noise from the nearby road....but we slept well! Just a one night stay, but it would be a great place for a longer stay we believe."

Reviewed on 9 May, 2025

Asure Ashley Motor Lodge
Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru
Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru
3.5 out of 5
65-67 Evans Street, Timaru
The price is S$114 per night from 14 Jun to 15 Jun
S$114
14 Jun - 15 Jun
includes taxes & fees
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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (231 reviews)
"Spa jets should be at other end, can’t lie back & relax, taps are in the way. Still enjoyed it though. Very clean, beautiful unit. Very quiet & peaceful. Thank you, Jen & Robbie"

Reviewed on 20 May, 2025

Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru
The Grosvenor
The Grosvenor
3 out of 5
26 Cains Terrace, Timaru
The price is S$132 per night from 25 Jun to 26 Jun
S$132
25 Jun - 26 Jun
includes taxes & fees
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! (787 reviews)
One night stay, after a long day.
"Quaint room, and we were totally beat after driving all day. Was sad we missed out on the restaurant, but we settled in and hot shower + right to sleep. Nice bed, and good little fridge to keep our road snacks for the next day. My only qualm about this place is we paid for an Executive room, and ..."

Reviewed on 12 Jun, 2025

The Grosvenor
Harbour View Motel
Harbour View Motel
2.5 out of 5
8 Evans Street, Maori Hill, Timaru, SOUTH ISLAND
The price is S$150 per night from 19 Jun to 20 Jun
S$150
19 Jun - 20 Jun
includes taxes & fees
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! (104 reviews)
"Good location near restaurants and a park. Even if near the main road, surprisingly very quiet at night!"

Reviewed on 19 May, 2025

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Other neighbourhoods around Kensington

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Parkside

While Parkside isn't home to many top sights, South Canterbury Museum and Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden are some notable places to visit nearby.

Parkside
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Redruth

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Redruth and surrounding area, you can visit Patiti Point and South Canterbury Museum.

Redruth
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Timaru Central

If you're spending some time in Timaru Central, South Canterbury Museum and Te Ana Maori Rock Art Centre are top sights worth seeing.

Timaru Central
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Watlington

Watlington might not have many top sights, but Botanic Gardens and South Canterbury Museum are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Watlington
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Timaru Port

While visiting Timaru Port, you might make a stop by sights like Caroline Bay Beach and Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden.

Timaru Port
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Seaview

Though Seaview may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like South Canterbury Museum and Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden.

Seaview

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