Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
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.
Ashbury Park
Explore the great outdoors at Ashbury Park, a lovely green space in Timaru.
Timaru Lighthouse
Learn about the local history of Timaru when you take a trip to Timaru Lighthouse.
Top hotels in Parkside
Aspen on King Motel
Spacious, clean and great kitchen with proper dining table. We loved the hot tub and the relaxer sofa.
Reviewed on Jan 9, 2026
ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge
All of those mentioned above. Staff particularly helpful.
Reviewed on Jan 12, 2026
Fitzgerald on King
Have not stayed here for awhile, comfortable, warm and heaps of room
Reviewed on Aug 26, 2025
Aaron Court Motel
This is a good fit value place for an overnight stay. Basic and reasonably priced.
Reviewed on Jan 17, 2026
Asure Ashley Motor Lodge
Very clean, spacious, comfortable. Went out of their way to help with laundry, even late in the day. Super friendly people created a wonderful atmosphere.
Reviewed on Jan 12, 2026
The Grosvenor
Everything was perfect and the room very clean A most enjoyable stay
Reviewed on Jan 11, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Parkside
Kensington
While visiting Kensington, you might make a stop by sights like Botanical Gardens and Patiti Point.
Timaru Central
While visiting Timaru Central, you might make a stop by sights like South Canterbury Museum and Te Ana Maori Rock Art Centre.
Seaview
Seaview might not have many top sights, but South Canterbury Museum and Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Watlington
While Watlington isn't home to many top sights, South Canterbury Museum and Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden are some notable places to visit nearby.
Timaru Port
While visiting Timaru Port, you might make a stop by sights like Caroline Bay Beach and Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden.
Redruth
Redruth might not have many top sights, but Jacks Point Surfspot and South Canterbury Museum are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
