Local Area Guide
Discover the best of what the area has to offer during your stay.
Area Map
Getting Around
Public Transit
The bus stop is within walking distance on the Anzac Highway, Everard Avenue and South Road providing easy access to Adelaide CBD (10 mins) and Glenelg Beach (15 mins).
Rideshare
Uber and DiDi are readily available in the area with typical wait times of 3-5 minutes.
Bike Rentals
Bike SA at 11A Croydon Rd, Keswick SA 5035 is only a 10 mins walk (800m) away.
Parking Information
Property Parking
The property includes free parking on premises. One car can be parked on the driveway.
Street Parking
Free street parking is available, but please note the street parking limit to avoid tickets. 2hrs limit during weekdays.
A street parking permit is available from the property (on the living room TV unit) for your convenience.
Please return the permit before your check-out.
Recommended Restaurants
Soonta Kurralta Park
$$Vietnamese, Healthy Bowls • 2.5 km
A casual spot focusing on fresh, wholesome Vietnamese-inspired bowls, banh mi, rice & salad bowls, cold rolls and lighter fare. Known for clean flavours, healthy options and friendly atmosphere.
Chats Bistro at The Rex Hotel
$$Modern Australian, Pub Fare • 1.6 km
The on-site bistro of the Rex Hotel, offering a mix of pub classics, share plates, steaks and seafood in a relaxed environment. Good for casual dinners, local vibes and comfortable seating.
Lemongrass Thai Bistro
$$Thai, Southeast Asian • 1.4 km
A modern Thai restaurant serving fresh and flavourful Thai dishes — curries, stir-fries, soups, and traditional Thai flavours. Warm interior and vibrant menu.
Local Attractions
Adelaide Zoo
4.5-6 km • Adult A$48, Child A$26
A major city zoo featuring over 2,500 animals across 250+ species, with keeper talks, aviaries, and themed exhibits including Australian native animals. Great for families and nature lovers.
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Glenelg Beach & Moseley Square
8-9 km • Free
A popular Adelaide metropolitan beach, great for swimming, walking along the jetty, sunset views, shopping and cafés in Moseley Square, and the tram ride experience.
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The Beachouse (Glenelg)
8-9 km • Varies by activity
A family entertainment complex on the foreshore: water slides, playcastle, mini-golf, dodgem cars, arcade games, carousel, train rides. Fun for kids and adults alike.
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TreeClimb Adelaide
3 km • $54.8
TreeClimb Adelaide is an aerial adventure park in the Adelaide parklands featuring multiple obstacle courses and zip lines designed for all ages, offering a nature-based experience with interactive educational elements.
DirectionsEssential Services
Grocery Stores
Coles Kurralta Park
1.1 km • 12AM-9PM Mon-Fri, 12AM-5PM Sat, 11AM-5PM Sun
Full-service supermarket in the Kurralta Park shopping precinct — good for everyday groceries, fresh produce, frozen goods, dairy, pantry staples and some ready meals.
DirectionsThe Simple Market (Mile End)
3 km • 10AM-6PM Mon-Fri, 10AM-5PM Sat-Sun
Organic & natural grocer offering a range of biodynamic, health food, whole food, bulk dry goods, and additive-free products — good alternative for specialty, organic items.
DirectionsPharmacies
HPS Pharmacies – Ashford Hospital
0.4-0.5 km • 8:30AM-5PM Mon-Fri, 8AM-12PM Sat, 9AM-12PM Sun
Pharmacy based within the hospital precinct. Useful for prescriptions, medical supplies, and access for guests in need of medicine close by.
DirectionsChemist Warehouse – Forestville/Ashford
0.8 km • 8:30AM-7PM Mon-Fri, 8:30AM-5PM Sat, 10:30AM-5PM Sun
A major chain pharmacy stocking over-the-counter medicines, health & wellness products, vitamins, and everyday pharmacy services.
DirectionsMedical Services
Ashford Hospital
0.5 km • 24-hour emergency services
Full hospital offering emergency, maternity, surgical, diagnostic imaging, pathology, specialist and inpatient care. Great fallback for acute or serious health needs.
DirectionsAshford Medical Centre
0.4 km • 9AM-5PM Mon-Fri
General practice / outpatient clinic. Offers routine GP consultations, skin cancer clinic, pathology collection, vaccinations, minor surgical / general health services.
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