Shelly Beach Travel Guide
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Stay near popular Shelly Beach attractions
Activities
Townsville Sunset Sail Cruise Boat Tour Charter Hire Sailing Hire
NZ$142
per adult
Magnetic Island Sip and Sail Sunset Cruise
NZ$181
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
SeaLink Magnetic Island Ferry return trip from Townsville
NZ$57
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Magnetic Island Tour Maggie Comprehensive
NZ$123
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Magnetic Island: Behind the Scenes with Tim Bee
NZ$142
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Magnetic Island 30-Minute Jet Ski Hire – 1 to 4 People
NZ$161
per traveller
Our pick of the best Shelly Beach Hotel Deals
The Ville Resort - Casino
Sir Leslie Thiess Drive Townsville QLD
The price is NZ$276 per night from 9 Dec to 10 Dec
NZ$276
9 Dec - 10 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Townsville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Beautiful view’s serviced rooms staff friendly and the food an each location was delicious!"
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2026
Hotel Allen
Eyre Street North Ward QLD
The price is NZ$152 per night from 25 Nov to 26 Nov
NZ$152
25 Nov - 26 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Townsville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
Mercure Townsville
166 Woolcock Street Currajong QLD
The price is NZ$187 per night from 6 Dec to 7 Dec
NZ$187
6 Dec - 7 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Townsville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
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 Nov 2026
Holiday Inn Townsville by IHG
409 Flinders St. Townsville QLD
The price is NZ$176 per night from 29 Nov to 30 Nov
NZ$176
29 Nov - 30 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Townsville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and premium TV channels. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.4/10 Very good! (20 reviews)
"We can’t fault the hotel & the staff. Staff welcomed us, room was clean & had everything we needed plus. Room Is a little small although sufficient for a nights stay. It is disappointing at the cost simply because a crowd drawing event was in town the night we stayed. Checking for the following weekend ..."
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2026
The Palmer Collective
12 14 Palmer Street South Townsville QLD
The price is NZ$195 per night from 15 Nov to 16 Nov
NZ$195
15 Nov - 16 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Townsville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (881 reviews)
"Fresh baked Cookies on the check-in counter every afternoon, yum"
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2026
Grand Hotel and Apartments Townsville
8-10 Palmer Street South Townsville QLD
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$219 per night from 28 Nov to 29 Nov
NZ$219
28 Nov - 29 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Townsville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"The position was great however it was very expensive the weekend we stayed compared to Rydges down the road. The aircon wasn’t working in the hallway & also got hot during the night. And there was no parking available."
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2026
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.
Our guide on where to stay in Shelly Beach
Find the best Shelly Beach areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Shelly Beach
Learn more about Shelly Beach
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 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.
Kirwan
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Kirwan and surrounding area, you can visit Willows Shopping Centre and Riverway Lagoon.
Railway Estate
While visiting Railway Estate, you might make a stop by sights like Reid Park Street Circuit and Queensland Country Bank Stadium.
Shelly Beach Travel Guide
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