Parkside

Timaru

Photo by Dan Koczur
Photo by Dan Koczur

Popular places to visit

Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden

Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden

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

Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden

Timaru Public Hospital

Though Timaru Public Hospital might be what brings you to town, perhaps you'll have a chance to explore more of Timaru while you are here.

Timaru Public Hospital

Caroline Bay Beach

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

Caroline Bay Beach

South Canterbury Museum

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at South Canterbury Museum during your travels in 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

Washdyke Lagoon Wildlife Refuge

Explore the great outdoors at Washdyke Lagoon Wildlife Refuge, a lovely green space in Timaru.

Washdyke Lagoon Wildlife Refuge

Top hotels in Parkside

Aspen on King Motel

Aspen on King Motel

4.5 out of 5
51 King Street, Timaru
The price is P4,928 per night from Aug 14 to Aug 15
P4,928
P5,668 total
Aug 14 - Aug 15
includes taxes & fees
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! (529 reviews)
"Very clean, comfy bed, lovely warm unit, 7min walk to the hospital. Perfect wee kitchenette that had everything i needed to prepare my meals. My only gripe would be the lack of secure window ventilation latches. I love to air out my room securely whilst im out. Easy fix tho. I will definitely be ..."

Reviewed on Jun 30, 2025

Aspen on King Motel
ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge

ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge

3 out of 5
31 Craigie Avenue, Parkside, Timaru
Stay at this 3-star motel in Timaru. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Botanical Gardens and South Canterbury Museum ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (254 reviews)
"Good stay overall. Thanks for putting the heat on prior to my arrival ! It was a pretty cold afternoon!!"

Reviewed on Jul 16, 2025

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ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge
Fitzgerald on King

Fitzgerald on King

2.5 out of 5
7-9 Princess Street, Timaru
The price is P5,677 per night from Aug 21 to Aug 22
P5,677
P6,528 total
Aug 21 - Aug 22
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Timaru. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Botanical Gardens and Patiti Point are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (71 reviews)
"Was great, bed was quite hard, but everything else was fantastic"

Reviewed on Jul 30, 2025

Fitzgerald on King
The Grosvenor

The Grosvenor

3 out of 5
26 Cains Terrace, Timaru
The price is P5,507 per night from Aug 19 to Aug 20
P5,507
P6,333 total
Aug 19 - Aug 20
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! (790 reviews)
"Character hotel with a fantastic old style elevator"

Reviewed on Jul 5, 2025

The Grosvenor
Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge

Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge

2.5 out of 5
10 Wai-Iti Rd, Maori Hill, Timaru
The price is P6,551 per night from Aug 16 to Aug 17
P6,551
P7,533 total
Aug 16 - Aug 17
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Timaru. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden and Aigantighe Art Gallery ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (123 reviews)
"The Bay Viaduct is in a great location for a stay in Timaru - close to Caroline Bay and the main shopping street. The bed was very comfortable and the room was large and had all the facilities we needed. The spa bath was lovely but did take a long time to fill. Even though we were close to the main ..."

Reviewed on Jul 18, 2025

Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge
Aaron Court Motel

Aaron Court Motel

2 out of 5
27 Evans St, Timaru, Canterbury
The price is P2,926 per night from Aug 14 to Aug 15
P2,926
P3,365 total
Aug 14 - Aug 15
includes taxes & fees
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 (85 reviews)
"Service was excellent. A bit dated but very clean and bed was excellent. We would come back again"

Reviewed on Aug 3, 2025

Aaron Court Motel
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Other neighbourhoods around Parkside

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Kensington

While visiting Kensington, you might make a stop by sights like Botanical Gardens and Patiti Point.

Kensington
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Timaru Central

While visiting Timaru Central, you might make a stop by sights like South Canterbury Museum and Te Ana Maori Rock Art Centre.

Timaru Central
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Seaview

Seaview might not have many top sights, but South Canterbury Museum and Caroline Bay Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Seaview
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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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Watlington

While Watlington isn't home to many top sights, Botanic Gardens and South Canterbury Museum are some notable places to visit nearby.

Watlington
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Redruth

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

Redruth

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