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Timaru Hotel Guide. Hotels in Parkside, Timaru, New Zealand

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Our top choices for Parkside hotels

Executive Studio | Private kitchenette
ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge

ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge

ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
Parkside
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (265)
"Very spacious apartment, had everything you would need. Staff very helpful, and friendly. Loved our stay."
Australia
Anthony
The price is €107
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge
Apartment, 3 Bedrooms | Private kitchen
Aspen on King Motel

Aspen on King Motel

Aspen on King Motel
4.5 star property
Parkside
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (548)
"Great clean room. Staff very curious and helpful "
Australia
Jo
The price is €87
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026
Aspen on King Motel
Mini-fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Fitzgerald on King

Fitzgerald on King

Fitzgerald on King
2.5 star property
Parkside
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (74)
"Great place to stay"
Australia
Alistair
The price is €108
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
Fitzgerald on King
Executive Studio with Spa
Asure Ashley Motor Lodge

Asure Ashley Motor Lodge

Asure Ashley Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
Kensington, 0.8 km from Parkside
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (171)
"A lovely, comfortable, spacious place to stay."
Australia
Debra
The price is €102
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
Asure Ashley Motor Lodge
Exterior
Coastal Ridge Apartments

Coastal Ridge Apartments

Coastal Ridge Apartments
3.5 star property
Kensington, 0.8 km from Parkside
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (102)
"Good location for holiday in timaru, close to places we were visiting."
Australia
Michael
The price is €113
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
Coastal Ridge Apartments
Reception
Cedar Lodge Motel

Cedar Lodge Motel

Cedar Lodge Motel
3.0 star property
Kensington, 0.8 km from Parkside
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (126)
"Great place to stay for short term"
United States
AYELEN
The price is €90
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
Cedar Lodge Motel
Property entrance
The Fort. Timaru

The Fort. Timaru

The Fort. Timaru
3.0 star property
Timaru Central, 0.8 km from Parkside
7.8 out of 10, Good, (8)
"Great place, close to town"
Australia
Steve
The price is €76
includes taxes & fees
7 Jan - 8 Jan 2026
The Fort. Timaru
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
The Grosvenor

The Grosvenor

The Grosvenor
3.0 star property
Timaru Central, 1.1 km from Parkside
7.8 out of 10, Good, (809)
"Fantastic staff, clean, big room, meals are excellent "
Australia
Stephanie
The price is €81
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
The Grosvenor
Superior One Bedroom Suite | Balcony view
Panorama Motor Lodge

Panorama Motor Lodge

Panorama Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
Timaru Central, 1.4 km from Parkside
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (117)
"It was in a great location walking distance to restaurants and town"
Australia
Sue
The price is €102
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
Panorama Motor Lodge
Superior Studio with Seaview
Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge

Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge

Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge
4.0 star property
Maori Hill, 1.6 km from Parkside
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (127)
"Very clean and staff so helpful and nice"
United States
jennifer
The price is €109
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge
Pillow-top beds, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains
Bay City Motor Lodge

Bay City Motor Lodge

Bay City Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
Maori Hill, 1.8 km from Parkside
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (66)
"Great place to stay, handy to everything "
New Zealand
Leanne
The price is €101
includes taxes & fees
2 Jan - 3 Jan 2026
Bay City Motor Lodge
Dining
Comfort Hotel Benvenue

Comfort Hotel Benvenue

Comfort Hotel Benvenue
3.5 star property
Maori Hill, 1.9 km from Parkside
7.6 out of 10, Good, (165)
"A great spot for a stop over on the way home. "
Australia
Ange
The price is €70
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan 2026
Comfort Hotel Benvenue
Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Baywatch Motor Lodge

Baywatch Motor Lodge

Baywatch Motor Lodge
4.0 star property
Maori Hill, 1.9 km from Parkside
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (118)
"Lovely place "
Australia
Duncan
The price is €108
includes taxes & fees
10 Jan - 11 Jan 2026
Baywatch Motor Lodge
Superior House, 3 Bedrooms, City View | Living area
The Coast Motel

The Coast Motel

The Coast Motel
3.5 star property
Maori Hill, 1.9 km from Parkside
7.8 out of 10, Good, (156)
"Nice hotel with and a good check-in. "
United States
Gloria
The price is €75
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
The Coast Motel
Free WiFi, bed sheets
Aaron Court Motel

Aaron Court Motel

Aaron Court Motel
2.0 star property
Maori Hill, 2 km from Parkside
7.0 out of 10, Good, (101)
"The room was very clean and the staff/owners were excellent."
Australia
Janet
The price is €49
includes taxes & fees
24 Dec - 25 Dec
Aaron Court Motel
Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchen (apartment 9)
Blue Dolphin Motel

Blue Dolphin Motel

Blue Dolphin Motel
3.5 star property
Maori Hill, 2 km from Parkside
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (158)
"Great place, good bang for your buck. We had a 2 story family room that was really comfortable. It's a bit on the older side, but in good shape! We really enjoyed our stay!"
Canada
Marie
The price is €79
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
Blue Dolphin Motel
Five Bedroom House | Private kitchen
Anchor Motel

Anchor Motel

Anchor Motel
2.5 star property
Maori Hill, 2.1 km from Parkside
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (196)
"Its dog friendly which is fantastic and super handy to where i was working "
New Zealand
yvonne
The price is €59
includes taxes & fees
3 Jan - 4 Jan 2026
Anchor Motel
One Bedroom Family Unit with Kitchen
Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru

Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru

Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru
3.5 star property
Waimataitai, 2.4 km from Parkside
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (250)
"It was a very short stay for us very happy with our accommodation. "
Australia
ANN
The price is €79
includes taxes & fees
15 Jan - 16 Jan 2026
Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru
Front of property
Ashbury Park Motel

Ashbury Park Motel

Ashbury Park Motel
4.0 star property
Waimataitai, 2.8 km from Parkside
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (292)
"Great wee place. Management were amazing "
United States
Ange
The price is €79
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
Ashbury Park Motel
Sports bar
Northpark Motel

Northpark Motel

Northpark Motel
3.5 star property
Washdyke, 5.6 km from Parkside
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (67)
"Was a great place to stay, clean friendly the restaurant had amazing food"
Australia
Fleur
The price is €89
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
Northpark Motel
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Where to stay in Parkside

Find the best Parkside areas for the activities you enjoy most.

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.

Maori Hill

While visiting Maori Hill, you might make a stop by sights like Ashbury Park and Caroline Bay Beach.

Waimataitai

While visiting Waimataitai, you might make a stop by sights like Ashbury Park and Dashing Rocks Beach.

Timaru Port

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

Washdyke

While visiting Washdyke, you might make a stop by sights like DB Brewery and Washdyke Lagoon Wildlife Refuge.

Top Parkside Hotel Reviews

Ashbury Park Motel

Ashbury Park Motel

10/10 Excellent
"Reasonable tariff, friendly staff, clean & modern accommodation. Great location."
BJ 2-night trip
Posted 11 days ago
Ashbury Park Motel

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Parkside?
Travellers will be sure to find plenty to entertain them in Timaru's Parkside neighbourhood. Consider a visit to Botanical Gardens as part of your Parkside travel plans.
Where is the best place to stay in Parkside?
Expedia customers rank ASURE Avenue Motor Lodge the highest for a stay in Parkside. Another top choice in the area is Aspen on King Motel.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Parkside, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most hotel room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of check in. If your reservation is non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best deals available in Parkside.
What can I see and do in this Timaru neighbourhood?
Botanical Gardens is an attraction you might want to check out while you're in Parkside. While you're out sightseeing, South Canterbury Museum and Te Ana Maori Rock Art Centre are a couple of additional sights to visit in Timaru.