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A person relaxing on a sun lounger with a bowl of fruit and a bottle of water.

A beachside view with a blue gazebo, palm trees, and a calm sea.

A man sitting on a couch in a room with a large window, a round wall clock, and a bed with a white bedspread.

A person in a patterned robe walking through a doorway with a view of a body of water and palm trees.

1. Victoria Street Boutique Hotel

North Ward, 9.9 km from James Cook University

Nicholas

NZ$188

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A swimming pool with a blue shade sail, a barbecue area, and a paved patio.

A reception area with a counter, glass doors, and a window with blinds.

A modern kitchen with a built-in oven, microwave, and dishwasher. There is a dining table with chairs and a small side table with a lamp.

A modern apartment with a living room, kitchen, and a bedroom.

2. Cascade Motel In Townsville

Rosslea, 5.5 km from James Cook University

Glen

NZ$168

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A poolside area with sun loungers and umbrellas, overlooking a calm sea with boats.

A balcony with wicker furniture, a glass railing, and a view of the sea with boats.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a flat-screen TV, a painting, and a view of the outdoors.

A multi-story hotel with the name "ORDO" prominently displayed on the facade. It features balconies on each floor, a central archway entrance, and is surrounded by palm trees.

3. Ardo

11.3 km from James Cook University

Eduard

NZ$320

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a fence and a building with a red roof.

A hotel room with a bed, a green blanket, white pillows, and a wooden headboard with circular light fixtures.

A compact kitchen with modern appliances, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a bedroom with a bed and a window.

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden counter, and a television.

4. Monte Carlo Motor Inn

Rosslea, 5.6 km from James Cook University

NZ$180

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

An outdoor cafe with wooden tables and chairs, a BISTRO sign, and a view of the street.

A bar area with stools, a counter, and shelves with bottles.

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a bedside lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.

5. Hotel Allen

North Ward, 10.5 km from James Cook University

Nola

NZ$193

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

A modern dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a bar area with stools, and large windows providing natural light.

A hotel with a sign reading "The Palmer Collective." It features multiple floors, a covered entrance, and a parking area with a white van and a car.

A reception area with a blue counter, yellow chairs, and framed palm tree pictures on the wall.

A swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by artificial grass and a metal fence.

6. The Palmer Collective

South Townsville, 10.2 km from James Cook University

Karen

NZ$210

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A modern bedroom with a bed, a grey sofa, and a large window offering a view of the outside.

A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a built-in oven, and a coffee machine.

A poolside area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a pool, and a view of the water and distant buildings.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a large potted plant, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

7. Belmoral Corporate Suites

South Townsville, 10.6 km from James Cook University

Daniel

NZ$200

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

A pool area with a hot tub, lounge chairs, and umbrellas. There are palm trees and a building with a bar area in the background.

A modern outdoor area with a glass-enclosed structure, seating areas, and a pool.

A modern mobile home with a covered porch, a small outdoor seating area, and a well-maintained lawn.

A table set for dining with a clear view of the ocean and palm trees in the background.

8. Mercure Townsville

Currajong, 7.1 km from James Cook University

tania

NZ$196

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A spacious lobby with a central seating area, a staircase, and a view of the dining area.

A modern hotel room with a large balcony, a round dining table, and a sofa.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a mirror, two bedside tables, and pendant lights.

A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a view of the cityscape through large windows.

9. Hotel Grand Chancellor Townsville

10 km from James Cook University

Brendon

NZ$177

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a large window with curtains, a wall-mounted air conditioner, and a large abstract painting.

A reception desk with a wooden finish, a wall-mounted sign reading "Nightcap Hotels", and a potted plant hanging from the ceiling.

A play area with colorful climbing structures and a claw machine.

A bar area with a counter, shelves of liquor bottles, and a sign for live bands.

10. Nightcap at Dalrymple Hotel

Garbutt, 6.2 km from James Cook University

Gary

NZ$166

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A modern indoor pool area with lounge chairs, a pool table, and a seating area with a hat and sunglasses on a tray.

A modern hotel room with a dining area, a bed, and a kitchenette.

A modern reception area with a curved counter, a flat-screen TV, and a decorative wall with a painting.

A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring balconies and a ground-level retail space.

11. Grand Hotel and Apartments Townsville

South Townsville, 10.1 km from James Cook University

Kelvin

NZ$215

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A hotel entrance with a modern facade, a visible reception area, and a staircase leading to the entrance.

A modern reception area with a white reception desk, two orange chairs, a small table, and a potted plant.

A sign for Clarion Hotel with a modern design.

A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a nightstand with a lamp, and a large window with curtains.

12. Clarion Hotel Townsville

9.7 km from James Cook University

Nicholas

NZ$178

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A hotel room with three beds, a flat-screen TV, and a sliding door closet.

A compact living space with a kitchenette, dining area, and a sofa with decorative pillows.

An outdoor patio with round tables and chairs, a pool in the background, and a brick wall.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a television, a microwave, and a refrigerator.

13. Banjo Paterson Motor Inn

Rosslea, 5.6 km from James Cook University

Leon

NZ$172

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A pool area with lounge chairs, a fountain, and palm trees at dusk.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a ceiling fan, and a view of the outdoors.

A pool area with a bridge, lounge chairs, and tropical plants.

A lush tropical garden with palm trees, a small waterfall, and outdoor seating areas.

14. Seahaven Resort

10.4 km from James Cook University

Barbara Ratton

NZ$172

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

A modern two-story hotel with a swimming pool, potted plants, and a fenced backyard.

A motel with a covered entrance and a sign that reads "RAIN TREE MOTEL."

A covered patio with a brick wall, a wooden table and chairs, and a fire pit.

A hotel room with two single beds, each with a striped blanket and pillows, a wooden nightstand, and a desk with a chair.

15. Raintree Motel

Hermit Park, 5.8 km from James Cook University

Zoe

NZ$178

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A pool area with lounge chairs and a stone wall seating area.

A cozy living room with a beige sofa, a wooden ladder, a round coffee table, and a wicker chair.

An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, potted plants, and a view of a pool and buildings in the background.

A neatly arranged bedroom with a large bed, two bedside tables, a headboard, and a window with curtains.

16. Rambutan Resort

10.5 km from James Cook University

Sophie

NZ$161

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A balcony with a table and chairs overlooking a beach and the ocean.

A coastal resort with a beach, a pier, and a tennis court.

A hotel sign with "Aquarius on the Beach" and "Stay" indicating availability.

A pool area with a view of the ocean and palm trees.

17. Aquarius on the Beach

The Strand, 10.7 km from James Cook University

Adrian

NZ$206

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A coastal view with a promenade, palm trees, and a distant cityscape.

A modern living room with a sofa, a dining table with chairs, a ceiling fan, and a kitchen area with a refrigerator and microwave.

A hotel room with a large window, a bed with a patterned bedspread, and a small wooden nightstand.

A coastal hotel with multiple buildings, palm trees, and a view of the ocean.

18. QCWA Kissing Point Units

The Strand, 11 km from James Cook University

Paulette

NZ$257

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A modern reception area with wooden paneling, marble reception desks, and a large potted plant.

A gym with treadmills, a weight machine, and a stationary bike.

A modern hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a sofa, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

A restaurant with indoor seating, hanging plants, and pendant lighting.

19. Holiday Inn Townsville by IHG

9.7 km from James Cook University

John

NZ$169

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A beachfront hotel with a covered outdoor seating area, a reception desk, and a view of the ocean.

A covered outdoor seating area with a pool view, a sign for a motel, and a clear sky.

A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a stainless steel sink, and a built-in microwave.

A hotel room with two beds, a ceiling fan, and framed pictures on the wall.

20. Beach House Motel

The Strand, 10.7 km from James Cook University

Margaret

NZ$180

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to James Cook University

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Victoria Street Boutique Hotel	10.0 Exceptional 9 reviews	View
Cascade Motel In Townsville	9.4 Exceptional 274 reviews	View
Ardo	9.6 Exceptional 374 reviews	View
Monte Carlo Motor Inn	9.2 Wonderful 297 reviews	View
Hotel Allen	9.0 Wonderful 36 reviews	View

Top James Cook University Hotel Reviews

Raintree Motel

10/10 Excellent

"great friendly staff"

Billabong Lodge Motel

10/10 Excellent

"Clean rooms, friendly helpful staff, great location, quite"

Nightcap at Dalrymple Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Room 10/10, staff 10/10, food 10/10, cleanliness 10/10, beds were absolutely amazing and comfortable. For a motel is a 5 star, the only down fall is the location and some grubby inconsiderate guests."

Discovery Parks - Townsville

8/10 Good

"Overall good experience. A little mix up at the start with beds but apart from that everything was good and staff were helpful."

Jacana Apartments

8/10 Good

"We stayed in a 1br apartment that was well equipped, including an air fryer. Bed was very comfortable and nice location overlooking the river. The unit is due for a spring clean and one of the air conditioners was noisy. I would stay here again."

APARTMENT 1B SECOND FLOOR- GUESTS apartment 1a ground floor -management

8/10 Good

"Nice stopover stay on our way to Cairns ~ the space and ease of having three bedrooms was lovely. Host was awesome to communicate with."

Spanish Lace Motor Inn

8/10 Good

"The family sized rooms were a size for a traveling family of 7."

The Colonial Rose Motel

8/10 Good

"Very nice quite place"

Itara Apartments

10/10 Excellent

"It was convenient for us."

Other attractions near James Cook University

Townsville Palmetum

9.4/10 (22 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Townsville Palmetum, a lovely green space in Townsville. Visit the charming cafes or top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

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Riverway Stadium

8.4/10 (11 reviews)

Catch an event at Riverway Stadium during your trip to Townsville. Wander the area's riverfront or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

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Mount Stuart

8.6/10 (185 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Townsville with a stop at Mount Stuart. Visit the top-notch restaurants or charming cafes in this walkable area.

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Riverway Lagoon

8.8/10 (148 reviews)

You can take time to visit Riverway Lagoon during your travels to Townsville. Stroll along the area's riverfront or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.

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Martial Art Academy

You can take time to visit Martial Art Academy during your travels to Townsville. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.

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Bush Garden Landcare Site

Explore the great outdoors at Bush Garden Landcare Site, a lovely green space in Townsville. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.

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Willows Shopping Centre

8.6/10 (497 reviews)

You can enjoy retail therapy at Willows Shopping Centre during your trip to Townsville. Wander the area's riverfront or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

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Dan Gleeson Memorial Gardens

Explore the great outdoors at Dan Gleeson Memorial Gardens, a lovely green space in Townsville. Wander the riverfront and beautiful beaches in the area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around James Cook University?

James Cook University is located in a welcoming area of Townsville known for its array of dining options and charming cafes. You'll find 78 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

Where is the best place to stay near James Cook University?

Jacana Apartments is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this aparthotel offers an outdoor pool and free parking. It's located 1.9 mi (3 km) from James Cook University. Other good choices within 5 miles include Itara Apartments and Vale Hotel.

How many hotels can I expect to find close to James Cook University?

Expedia has 78 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from James Cook University.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near James Cook University, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your check-in date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best options available near James Cook University.

What can I see and do near James Cook University?

You'll want to browse the exhibits at Townsville Museum and Historical Society and Royal Australian Air Force Townsville Museum. Local parks like Townsville Palmetum, Douglas Dog Park and Rossiter Park Off Leash Dog Park are peaceful spots to stop and take in some fresh air. Riverway Lagoon, Dan Gleeson Memorial Gardens and Anderson Park Botanical Gardens are some favourites close by James Cook University.

Top Hotels Near James Cook University in Townsville from NZ$161

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Our top choices for James Cook University hotels

1. Victoria Street Boutique Hotel

2. Cascade Motel In Townsville

3. Ardo

4. Monte Carlo Motor Inn

5. Hotel Allen

6. The Palmer Collective

7. Belmoral Corporate Suites

8. Mercure Townsville

9. Hotel Grand Chancellor Townsville

10. Nightcap at Dalrymple Hotel

11. Grand Hotel and Apartments Townsville

12. Clarion Hotel Townsville

13. Banjo Paterson Motor Inn

14. Seahaven Resort

15. Raintree Motel

16. Rambutan Resort

17. Aquarius on the Beach

18. QCWA Kissing Point Units

19. Holiday Inn Townsville by IHG

20. Beach House Motel

Compare popular hotels close to James Cook University

Top James Cook University Hotel Reviews

Raintree Motel

Billabong Lodge Motel

Nightcap at Dalrymple Hotel

Discovery Parks - Townsville

Jacana Apartments

APARTMENT 1B SECOND FLOOR- GUESTS apartment 1a ground floor -management

Spanish Lace Motor Inn

The Colonial Rose Motel

Itara Apartments

Other attractions near James Cook University

Townsville Palmetum

Riverway Stadium

Mount Stuart

Riverway Lagoon

Martial Art Academy

Bush Garden Landcare Site

Willows Shopping Centre

Dan Gleeson Memorial Gardens

Frequently asked questions