West End Travel Guide
Townsville
Popular places to visit
Queensland Country Bank Stadium
Catch an event at Queensland Country Bank Stadium during your trip to Townsville.
The Strand Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at The Strand Beach during your travels in Townsville? While in this walkable area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
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.
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 charming cafes.
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.
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.
Top hotels in West End
Aquarius on the Beach
Very dated property Air conditioner rattled all the time Needs updating Painting Very old bathroom
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
Grand Hotel and Apartments Townsville
Great location, clean and comfortable room
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Madison Plaza Townsville
Yes
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Rydges Southbank Townsville
Hotel is a bit older but kept up to date and nice.
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
Ardo
Nice hotel......Quietest hotel room I've ever been in..nice view from Balconey to Magnetjc Island
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Rambutan Resort
If your looking for a quiet stay in Townsville, this isn't the place for you. Rooms right beside a bar that doesn't close till 10pm, then when that stops you have the night clubs next door that go till the early hours of the morning. Had to ask staff to get room amenities like tea, milk etc ...
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around West End
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.
Currajong
Restaurants, gardens and shopping highlight some of the notable features of Currajong. Make a stop by Townsville Museum and Historical Society while you're exploring.
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.
Garbutt
You'll enjoy the bars and museums in Garbutt. You might want to make time for a stop at Pitstop Karting or Royal Australian Air Force Townsville Museum.
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.
