Historic Hotels & Resorts in Townsville from NZ$120

You’re likely already making plans to see the historically relevant sites while on holiday in Townsville. While you’re visiting, you may want to admire the popular beaches.

Based on our travel knowledge, Property Vine - Kensington at Central is a top hotel for history seekers booking on Expedia, and it features 3 restaurants and free Wi-Fi. Jezzine Barracks is a short 5-minute drive away. A couple of other options close to historic sites include Yongala Lodge by The Strand and Castle Crest Motel.

In Townsville, you’ll find 237 hotels and other lodging options bookable on Expedia but not many designated as historic hotels.

Landmarks like Jezzine Barracks and National Trust Heritage Centre in Townsville might be worth a visit. Cultural venues include Museum of Tropical Queensland, Perc Tucker Regional Gallery and Maritime Museum of Townsville. A couple of additional sights to add to your itinerary are Queensland Country Bank Stadium and Magnetic Island Ferry Terminal.

By choosing a historic hotel, you can spend a night or two in a building that has an officially recognised national historic designation. A castle, stately home, palace or even a pub, lodge, old police station or skyscraper can be turned into a historic hotel provided that it’s of special interest. Traditional architecture and period features can be admired in the public spaces and guestrooms of historic hotels in Townsville, giving a real sense of character.

You’ll often hear the term “heritage hotel” in Asia and Europe, while “historic hotel” is more common in the U.S. though overall the terms are quite similar. The building and architecture of a historic hotel is generally what’s most important. For a heritage hotel, often it’s the cultural value as well as how it shaped the community.

Hotels have the safety features and modern conveniences you might expect, though efforts have been made to preserve the historic aspects and traditions. WiFi, heating and air conditioning, updated bathroom facilities, and the normal amenities found at a contemporary hotel will also be available in a historic hotel. Rest assured that when you choose a historic hotel in Townsville, you won’t be staying at a place that’s uncomfortable for guests or simply rundown.