Where to stay in North Queensland

Queens Gardens showing a park and forests

North Ward

North Ward is known for its beaches, and you can plan a trip to Strand Waterpark and The Strand Beach while you're in town.

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 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.

Thuringowa Central

Unique features of Thuringowa Central include the river views and shopping. Make a stop by Willows Shopping Centre or Riverway Lagoon while you're exploring the area.

Palmetum Gardens is one of Townsville’s four Botanical Gardens. It’s a 17 hectare botanic garden displaying one of the largest and most diverse public collections of palms in the world – 300 species of palm, many rare and threatened, and includes most Australian palms.

Annandale

If you're spending some time in Annandale, Murray Sporting Complex and Townsville Palmetum are top sights worth seeing.

Railway Estate

While visiting Railway Estate, you might make a stop by sights like Reid Park Street Circuit and Queensland Country Bank Stadium.

Aquarius on the Beach

75 The Strand North Ward QLD

NZ$193

23 Mar - 24 Mar

includes taxes & fees

Stay at this beach hotel in Townsville. Enjoy free parking, a beach locale and a business centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...

8.6/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)

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Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026

Madison Plaza Townsville

409 Flinders St. Townsville QLD

NZ$163

25 Mar - 26 Mar

includes taxes & fees

Stay at this hotel in Townsville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...

7.2/10 Good! (1,001 reviews)

This great hotel adjoins the City Arcade, with Woolworths, a chemist, hairdresser, bottleshop and other shops. Very close to everything in the city centre. The temperaturewas kept perfect by the airconditioner. Lovely rooms. Friendly staff. Very clean. Comfortable beds. Slept the best in ages.

Reviewed on 19 Mar 2026

Ardo

67 SIR LESLIE THIESS DRIVE Townsville QLD

NZ$350

22 Apr - 23 Apr

includes taxes & fees

Stay at this hotel in Townsville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 restaurants. Popular attractions Townsville Entertainment & Convention Centre and Magnetic ...

9.6/10 Exceptional! (322 reviews)

We had an ocean view room which was beautiful. Very clean and had everything we needed. Would definitely recommend paying for the ocean view.

Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026

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Madison Ocean Breeze

81 Mitchell Street North Ward QLD

Stay at this beach aparthotel in Townsville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...

8.8/10 Excellent! (607 reviews)

Great location. Easy check-in. Friendly staff. Close to restaurants.

Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026

Oaks Townsville Gateway Suites

2 Dibbs Street South Townsville QLD

Stay at this aparthotel in Townsville. Enjoy free parking, a fitness centre and Wi-Fi (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...

8.6/10 Excellent! (1,224 reviews)

I had a wonderful stay at this hotel recently and was truly impressed by the friendly and enthusiastic reception staff! They greeted me with warm smiles, provided helpful local tips, and made check-in/check-out super smooth. The service felt personal and welcoming, setting a perfect tone for my trip. ...

Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026

QCWA Kissing Point Units

116 The Strand North Ward QLD

Stay at this beach aparthotel in Townsville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Strand Rockpool and Jezzine Barracks are located ...

9.4/10 Exceptional! (93 reviews)

Perfect spot for a shirt family stay.

Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026

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Popular places to visit

Magnetic Island Ferry Terminal

4.5/5(233 reviews)

This easy-to-navigate and very scenic transport hub is the gateway to the beaches, bush walks and wildlife of one of Queensland’s most idyllic islands.

North Queensland Stadium in Railway Estate a suburb of Townsville, Queensland, Australia.

Queensland Country Bank Stadium

Catch an event at Queensland Country Bank Stadium during your trip to Townsville.

The Strand which includes a garden and tropical scenes as well as a small group of people

The Strand Beach

4.5/5(55 reviews)

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at The Strand Beach during your travels in Townsville? While in this walkable area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Magnetic Island National Park

4.5/5(138 reviews)

Take in panoramic views, spot koalas in eucalyptus trees, clamber over granite boulders and stroll along a golden-sand beach in this idyllic nature reserve.

The Stand overlooking Magnetic Island

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Strand Park

4.5/5(452 reviews)

Strand Park is just one of the places to see in Townsville, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its charming cafes.

Horseshoe Bay Beach

4.5/5(189 reviews)

There are plenty of ways to experience this spacious beach on Magnetic Island, including swimming, fishing, watersports, horseback riding and beachfront picnics.