Idalia Travel Guide
Townsville
Popular places to visit
Magnetic Island Ferry Terminal
Explore the waterfront in Townsville with a trip to Magnetic Island Ferry Terminal. Wander the area's riverfront or simply enjoy one of its charming cafes.
Castle Hill
Castle Hill is just one of the places to see in Townsville, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander the riverfront and beautiful beaches in the area.
The Strand Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at The Strand Beach during your travels in Townsville? While in this relaxing area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Strand Park
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 top-notch restaurants.
Museum of Tropical Queensland
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Museum of Tropical Queensland in Townsville. Wander the riverfront and beautiful beaches in the area.
Queens Gardens
After visiting Queens Gardens, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Townsville. Stroll along the area's riverfront or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.
Top hotels in Idalia
The Ville Resort - Casino
All of the above
Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026
Madison Plaza Townsville
Very clean staff was kind
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
Oaks Townsville Hotel
Great apartment that had everything we needed. Comfortable bed. Adequate cooking facilities for simple meals. There was also a dishwasher, washing machine and tumble dryer which we really appreciated! Unfortunately it rained for most of our stay so we couldn’t use the pool but the gym was good. We ...
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Grand Hotel and Apartments Townsville
Great and enjoyable overnight stay
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026
Rambutan Resort
Clean, everything we needed, nice pool, easy late check-in.
Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026
Aquarius on the Beach
Could do with a freshen up
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Idalia
Rosslea
You'll appreciate the restaurants during your time in Rosslea and you might want to plan a stop by Murray Sporting Complex and Cluden Racecourse while you're in the area.
Hermit Park
Hermit Park is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can plan an outing to Reid Park Street Circuit and Queensland Country Bank Stadium while you're in town.
Mundingburra
Mundingburra is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Anderson Park Botanical Gardens and Bush Garden Landcare Site.
Annandale
If you're spending some time in Annandale, Townsville Palmetum and Murray Sporting Complex 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.
Aitkenvale
If you're spending time in Aitkenvale, you might enjoy its shopping and restaurants. If you've got time to venture a little farther, you can make a stop by Townsville Palmetum or Murray Sporting Complex.
