Townsville

Travel Guide

A coastal cityscape at sunset with a river, marina, and mountains in the background.
A sunset over a body of water with a pier and a sailboat.
A coastal town with a large body of water, mountains in the background, and a sports field.
A cityscape with a marina and several high-rise buildings.
A coastal landscape with a sunset, calm sea, distant mountains, and a small settlement with buildings and greenery.

Townsville Travel Guide Video

Where to stay in Townsville

Find the best Townsville areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.

The Strand

The beaches and abundant dining options are top of the list for many visitors to The Strand. A stop by The Strand Beach or Strand Waterpark might round out your trip.

North Ward

North Ward is known for its pristine beaches, and you can make a stop by Strand Waterpark and The Strand Beach while in the area.

Castle Hill

Castle Hill is well-liked for its parks. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Townsville area, you might plan a trip to Townsville Sports Reserve or The Strand Beach.

Shelly Beach

Travelers like the parks in Shelly Beach, and Shelly Beach is a top attraction you might want to visit.

South Townsville

Visitors highly recommend South Townsville for its abundant dining options, and you can make a stop by Maritime Museum of Townsville while you're in town.

The Ville Resort - Casino

The Ville Resort - Casino

4.5 out of 5
Sir Leslie Thiess Drive Townsville QLD
The price is AED 550 per night from Dec 6 to Dec 7
AED 550
AED 608 total
6 Dec - 7 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Townsville. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
The Ville Resort - Casino
Hotel Allen

Hotel Allen

3 out of 5
Eyre Street North Ward QLD
The price is AED 261 per night from Nov 9 to Nov 10
AED 261
AED 287 total
9 Nov - 10 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Townsville. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions The ...
9/10 Wonderful! (51 reviews)
"Staff helpful and friendly; hotel recently refurbished. Traffic noise the main drawback"

Reviewed on 5 November 2026

Hotel Allen
Mercure Townsville

Mercure Townsville

3.5 out of 5
166 Woolcock Street Currajong QLD
The price is AED 358 per night from Dec 6 to Dec 7
AED 358
AED 394 total
6 Dec - 7 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Townsville. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"Great staff, pool and bar area. Limited PowerPoints and space in room to work."

Reviewed on 3 November 2026

Mercure Townsville
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Oaks Townsville Hotel

Oaks Townsville Hotel

4.5 out of 5
81 Palmer Street South Townsville QLD
Book a stay at this luxury aparthotel in Townsville. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,614 reviews)
"Quite part of Palmer Street, although it’s a long walk to the Strand and into the City, but if you like walking, it’s great. Staff are friendly and willing to help or assist with any matters. Clean and spacious rooms."

Reviewed on 5 November 2026

Oaks Townsville Hotel
Madison Ocean Breeze

Madison Ocean Breeze

3.5 out of 5
81 Mitchell Street North Ward QLD
Book a stay at this beach aparthotel in Townsville. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (650 reviews)
"This hotel/ serviced apartments are a best kept secret down at the strand. So comfortable and quiet it is a real treat to stay at. Between Zoe and Sim on reception they have everything covered, if you need anything they are on point. Easy walk to shops for food, even easier walk To one of many pubs ..."

Reviewed on 5 November 2026

Madison Ocean Breeze
Oaks Townsville Gateway Suites

Oaks Townsville Gateway Suites

4 out of 5
2 Dibbs Street South Townsville QLD
Stay at this aparthotel in Townsville. Enjoy free parking, a fitness center, and WiFi (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,268 reviews)
"Extremely disappointing experience. We booked and fully paid for our room on 24/11/2025, only to arrive for check-in on 31/10/2026 and discovered our booking had been cancelled without any notification, explanation or refund. To arrive expecting accommodation that had been paid for almost a year ..."

Reviewed on 5 November 2026

Oaks Townsville Gateway Suites
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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