Marchwiel
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.
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.
Washdyke Lagoon Wildlife Refuge
Explore the great outdoors at Washdyke Lagoon Wildlife Refuge, a lovely green space in Timaru.
Ashbury Park
Explore the great outdoors at Ashbury Park, a lovely green space in Timaru.
Top hotels in Marchwiel
Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru
Parking was easy and on-site laundry was handy
Reviewed on 11 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
The Fort. Timaru
The room was so tiny you did not even have a side table. However, the bed was comfortable and room was clean. The bathroom was recently renovated (SHARED BATHROOM ONLY) and kitchen was not bad either (shared only) The lounge area was so musky and we could not sit there because it was so smelly. Overall, ...
Reviewed on 20 Mar 2026
Aspen on King Motel
We were greeted by a very friendly lady at reception, we saw her the next morning and she asked us if we needed anything like towels etc. The room was lovely and spacious, beds were comfortable. Everything was very clean!
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Marchwiel
Highfield
While Highfield isn't home to many top sights, Ashbury Park and Timaru Lighthouse are some notable places to visit nearby.
Waimataitai
While visiting Waimataitai, you might make a stop by sights like Ashbury Park and Dashing Rocks Beach.
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.
Glenwood
When in Glenwood, you can plan a visit to Ashbury Park and Timaru Lighthouse, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Maori Hill
While visiting Maori Hill, you might make a stop by sights like Timaru Lighthouse and Ashbury Park.
Smithfield
If you're spending some time in Smithfield, Washdyke Lagoon Wildlife Refuge and Dashing Rocks Beach are top sights worth seeing.
