Townsville Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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A coastal town with a large body of water, mountains in the background, and a sports field.
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Where to stay in Townsville

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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.

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North Ward

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

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Castle Hill

Castle Hill is well liked for its parks. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Townsville area, you might plan a trip to Townsville Sports Reserve or The Strand Beach.

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Open Photo by Kirsten Groves

Shelly Beach

Travellers like the parks in Shelly Beach, and Shelly Beach is a top attraction you might want to visit.

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.

The Ville Resort - Casino

The Ville Resort - Casino

4.5 out of 5
Sir Leslie Thiess Drive Townsville QLD
The price is 3.987.039 ₫ per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
3.987.039 ₫
4.385.743 ₫ total
17 Aug - 18 Aug
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. ...
The Ville Resort - Casino
Hotel Grand Chancellor Townsville

Hotel Grand Chancellor Townsville

4.5 out of 5
334 Flinders Street Townsville QLD
The price is 2.768.777 ₫ per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
2.768.777 ₫
3.045.655 ₫ total
16 Aug - 17 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Townsville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
Hotel Grand Chancellor Townsville
Mercure Townsville

Mercure Townsville

3.5 out of 5
166 Woolcock Street Currajong QLD
The price is 3.188.121 ₫ per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
3.188.121 ₫
3.506.933 ₫ total
9 Aug - 10 Aug
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! (1,005 reviews)
"Fantastic location and relaxing facilities, near shops and restaurants and close to the airport, loved it!"

Reviewed on 2 Aug 2026

Mercure Townsville
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Oaks Townsville Hotel

Oaks Townsville Hotel

4.5 out of 5
81 Palmer Street South Townsville QLD
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Townsville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,601 reviews)
"Very nice. Great location. Close to everything."

Reviewed on 26 Jul 2026

Oaks Townsville Hotel
Madison Ocean Breeze

Madison Ocean Breeze

3.5 out of 5
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! (630 reviews)
"Rooms are great here. Practical and well appointed apartment. Clean and well kept although in the older side. One of my favourite value for money stays now. Fantastic location on the strand and easy walk for food and supermarket down the road."

Reviewed on 25 Jul 2026

Madison Ocean Breeze
Oaks Townsville Gateway Suites

Oaks Townsville Gateway Suites

4 out of 5
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! (1,247 reviews)
"Good location, neat and tidy apartment with a good view over Ross Creek."

Reviewed on 17 Jul 2026

Oaks Townsville Gateway Suites
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Queensland Country Bank Stadium

9.2/10 (306 reviews)
Catch an event at Queensland Country Bank Stadium during your trip to Townsville.
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