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Our top choices for Shelly Beach hotels

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

1. Seahaven Resort

Seahaven Resort
3.0 star property
7.8 km from Shelly Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (267 reviews)
"Really good place to stay with children. Close to the strand and restaurants around."
Australia
Barbara Ratton
The price is 2.393.471 ₫
2.632.818 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Seahaven Resort
A balcony with a table and chairs overlooking a beach and the ocean.

2. Aquarius on the Beach

Aquarius on the Beach
4.0 star property
The Strand, 9.1 km from Shelly Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Great location and good value for the money"
Australia
Adrian
The price is 2.749.704 ₫
3.024.656 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Aquarius on the Beach
A balcony with wicker furniture overlooking a cityscape, a river, and boats.

3. Oaks Townsville Gateway Suites

Oaks Townsville Gateway Suites
4.0 star property
South Townsville, 10.7 km from Shelly Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,257 reviews)
"The property is a touch dated but good value for money."
Australia
Paul
The price is 3.170.423 ₫
3.170.423 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Oaks Townsville Gateway Suites
A coastal view with a promenade, palm trees, and a distant cityscape.

4. QCWA Kissing Point Units

QCWA Kissing Point Units
3.5 star property
The Strand, 8.2 km from Shelly Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (126 reviews)
"Great place to stay. Beautiful clean, spacious, self contained units with ample parking space. Beautiful location with a killer view!"
Australia
Paulette
The price is 3.345.343 ₫
4.074.176 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
QCWA Kissing Point Units
A hotel room with three beds, a flat-screen TV, and a sliding door closet.

5. Banjo Paterson Motor Inn

Banjo Paterson Motor Inn
3.0 star property
Rosslea, 13.4 km from Shelly Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (312 reviews)
"Conveintant parking, very clean room and amenities."
Australia
Leon
The price is 2.484.657 ₫
2.733.123 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Banjo Paterson Motor Inn
A modern hotel with an outdoor seating area and a covered patio.

6. Vale Hotel

Vale Hotel
3.0 star property
Aitkenvale, 12.5 km from Shelly Beach
7.8 out of 10, Good, (337 reviews)
"They had milk in the fridge for coffee!! Plenty of soap and shampoo 3 beds!"
United States
michael
The price is 1.805.501 ₫
1.986.069 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Vale Hotel
A beachfront hotel with a covered outdoor seating area, a reception desk, and a view of the ocean.

7. Beach House Motel

Beach House Motel
3.5 star property
The Strand, 9.3 km from Shelly Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (561 reviews)
"Would highly recommend this property if your going to the area."
United States
Margaret
The price is 2.567.479 ₫
2.824.227 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
Beach House Motel
An outdoor seating area with a view of a body of water and a park.

8. Waters Edge The Strand

Waters Edge The Strand
4.0 star property
The Strand, 9.3 km from Shelly Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (934 reviews)
"Location for there we needed to be"
Australia
David
The price is 2.894.128 ₫
3.183.541 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
Waters Edge The Strand
A balcony with a table and chairs, offering a view of the ocean and palm trees.

9. Madison Ocean Breeze

Madison Ocean Breeze
3.5 star property
The Strand, 9.2 km from Shelly Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (638 reviews)
"Clean, great location, comfortable beds, lovely welcoming and helpful staff. Cafes and restaurants, supermarket close by. Great spot to stay for the night."
Australia
Diana
The price is 2.772.844 ₫
3.050.165 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
Madison Ocean Breeze
A modern indoor pool area with lounge chairs, a pool table, and a seating area with a hat and sunglasses on a tray.

10. Grand Hotel and Apartments Townsville

Grand Hotel and Apartments Townsville
4.5 star property
South Townsville, 10.7 km from Shelly Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (999 reviews)
"Helped us heaps with a last minute schedule change for a work commitment. Great rooms and location, book here again."
Australia
Kelvin
The price is 3.031.216 ₫
3.334.410 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Grand Hotel and Apartments Townsville
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.

11. Mercure Townsville

Mercure Townsville
3.5 star property
Currajong, 10 km from Shelly Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Loved the gardens and outdoor areas to sit. Very friendly staff. Great amenities."
Australia
tania
The price is 2.617.007 ₫
2.878.708 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Mercure Townsville
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a ceiling fan, and a TV mounted on the wall.

12. The Colonial Rose Motel

The Colonial Rose Motel
3.5 star property
Mundingburra, 12.8 km from Shelly Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (217 reviews)
"Very nice quite place"
Australia
Carol
The price is 2.701.965 ₫
2.972.180 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
9 Oct - 10 Oct
The Colonial Rose Motel
A bar area with a counter, stools, and a variety of bottles.

13. Oaks Townsville Hotel

Oaks Townsville Hotel
4.5 star property
South Townsville, 11 km from Shelly Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,608 reviews)
"Smooth check-in, great location"
Australia
Mandy
The price is 3.625.943 ₫
3.625.943 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Oaks Townsville Hotel
A row of small, single-story cabins with blue railings and orange roofs, situated on a gravel road with a palm tree in the foreground.

14. BIG4 Tasman Holiday Parks - Rowes Bay

BIG4 Tasman Holiday Parks - Rowes Bay
3.0 star property
7.3 km from Shelly Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (265 reviews)
"Clean cabin right on waterfront, Enjoyed stay."
Australia
Wendy
The price is 2.110.518 ₫
2.110.518 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
BIG4 Tasman Holiday Parks - Rowes Bay
A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, a buffet area, and a seating area with tables and chairs.

15. Rydges Southbank Townsville

Rydges Southbank Townsville
3.5 star property
South Townsville, 10.7 km from Shelly Beach
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,003 reviews)
"I always stay at Rydges when in Townsville, even though their prices are a bit high compared to other hotels."
Australia
raj
The price is 2.832.510 ₫
3.115.761 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Rydges Southbank Townsville
A beach with a palm tree and boats on the sand.

16. Shoredrive Motel

Shoredrive Motel
3.5 star property
The Strand, 8.1 km from Shelly Beach
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (699 reviews)
"Property was within walking distance of a selection of eateries"
Australia
Steve
The price is 1.987.709 ₫
2.186.498 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Shoredrive Motel
A living room with a navy blue sofa, two white cushions, a beige throw blanket, a round side table with a lamp, and two framed pictures of palm trees on the wall.

17. Beachfront Home Townsville

Beachfront Home Townsville
4.0 star property
2.7 km from Shelly Beach
The price is 8.855.319 ₫
14.321.565 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Beachfront Home Townsville
An outdoor patio area with a dining table and chairs, surrounded by plants and a wooden bench.

18. Summit Motel

Summit Motel
2.5 star property
9.8 km from Shelly Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (409 reviews)
"Good room for family. Good facilities. Good location and price."
Australia
Julie
The price is 2.534.351 ₫
2.787.786 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Summit Motel
A modern bedroom with a bed, a grey sofa, and a large window offering a view of the outside.

19. Belmoral Corporate Suites

Belmoral Corporate Suites
5.0 star property
South Townsville, 11 km from Shelly Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (244 reviews)
"Had a good stay!"
Australia
Daniel
The price is 2.817.601 ₫
3.099.361 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Belmoral Corporate Suites
A swimming pool with lounge chairs, surrounded by a fence and vegetation.

20. Quest Townsville on Eyre

Quest Townsville on Eyre
4.5 star property
North Ward, 9.7 km from Shelly Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (296 reviews)
"Great location, friendly staff, room was great."
Australia
Tony
The price is 3.312.876 ₫
3.644.164 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Quest Townsville on Eyre
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Where to stay in Shelly Beach

Find the best Shelly Beach areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A beach with palm trees and a sunset.

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.

A beach with palm trees and boats.
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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.

A wooden sign for the Maritime Museum of Townsville.

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.

A mountain with a sunset in the background and modern buildings in the foreground.

West End

Travellers like the historical sites in West End, and National Trust Heritage Centre is a top attraction you might want to visit.

A coastal cityscape with a prominent hill, a lighthouse, and a large body of water.

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.

Top Shelly Beach Hotel Reviews

Oaks Townsville Hotel

Oaks Townsville Hotel

8/10 Good
"Good spot, close to pubs and restaurants"
Michael 2-night trip
Posted less than an hour ago
Oaks Townsville Hotel

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Shelly Beach?
Shelly Beach is a neighbourhood that travellers like for its parks. Are you looking for Shelly Beach travel tips? Make sure that you visit Shelly Beach and Shelly Cove while you're in the neighbourhood.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Shelly Beach, will I receive a refund?
Yes! The majority of hotel reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to view the best options available in Shelly Beach.
What can I see and do in this Townsville neighbourhood?
Shelly Beach, Shelly Cove and Cape Pallarenda Conservation Park are just a few attractions to check out in Shelly Beach. You might also plan a visit to Pallarenda when you're sightseeing in Townsville.