Hotels in Townsville

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Located on the northeastern coast of Queensland, Townsville is the largest urban centre north of the Sunshine Coast in Australia. Known as the capital of North Queensland, the city plays host to a number of high profile events during the year and is increasingly popular when it comes to tourism both from domestic visitors and foreign visitors. Surrounded by iconic Australian landscape, with 320 days of sunshine, lovely beaches, and a pleasant urban environment, there’s plenty to recommend this destination for a holiday.

Part of the strong appeal of this destination is that it boasts a great range of holiday accommodations. You should have no problem finding cheap hotels in Townsville.

Neighbourhoods of Townsville

Townsville is divided into a number of suburbs boasting their own particular and unique personalities Those of main interest to visitors are:

  • CBD: A dynamic area, the Central Business District has great shopping and a vibrant food scene.
  • South Townsville: A must-visit for anyone who loves to discover new places to eat, the area also has great nightlife. Try Palmer Street for its pavement dining culture.
  • North Ward: One of the oldest suburbs, most of the city’s markets are here, as is The Strand. Go to Flinders Street and Gregory Street for boutique shopping.
  • The beaches: As you would expect of a tropical paradise, the beaches are fabulous. Popular choices are The Strand, the city’s central beach, Saunders Beach to the north and Balgal which is lovely but not recommended for swimming. Many visitors take the short ferry ride across to Magnetic Island for the pristine beaches there.

What to see and do in Townsville

There’s plenty to keep all ages occupied. Some of the best attractions and activities are:

  • The Strand: Running for 2.5 miles along the foreshore, the esplanade is lined with shops, cafes, and restaurants. There’s also playgrounds and a Water Park.
  • Castle Hill: Drive or walk up this pink granite monolith that stands 286m high to enjoy fabulous views.
  • Reef Headquarters Aquarium: Possibly the largest living coral reef aquarium in the world, there’s a diverse array of sea life and coral. Join in one of the turtle feeding sessions.
  • Billabong Sanctuary: Home to indigenous Australian wildlife, flora and fauna are showcased in their natural habit as much as possible.
  • Museum of Tropical Queensland: Go here to gain an insight into the history of the area from prehistoric times up to the present day.
  • Queens Gardens: Just one of the three sites that make up the city’s botanical gardens, the site here is a formal and ornamental landscape.
  • Magnetic Island: Sitting in Cleveland Bay just 8 km from the city, this paradisical island has a national park area, bird sanctuary, koalas, shipwrecks offshore and the most stunning beaches.

What to eat in Townsville

The food culture in Townsville very much follows the classic traditions of the wider Queensland cuisine with international influences. Food to try here includes:

  • Seafood: The local catch features heavily on restaurant menus. This means Moreton Bay bugs, king crab, king and tiger prawns, and sea scallops.
  • Fish: Favourite local fish include barramundi, bandied rainbowfish, and snapper.
  • Fresh fruit: Thanks to the climate, there’s an abundance of fresh fruit including pineapple, pawpaw, strawberries, banana and avocado.
  • Local and natïve ingredients: There’s an increasing trend to use foods in Australia. Look out for dishes that use kangaroo, emu, macadamia nuts, warrigal greens, lemon myrtle, and quandong.

Typical events and festivals in Townsville

Some of the most popular occasions in the city’s annual calendar include:

  • Australian Festival of Chamber Music: Musicians from all over the country gather in the city for 10 days in July.
  • Townsville Show: For the first weekend in July, the city has a country fair atmosphere with all the associated food, music and entertainments.
  • Cultural Fest: A showcase of Australian arts, music, food and culture held over a weekend in mid-august.
  • The Stable on The Strand: This nativity play is a highlight of the city’s Christmas celebrations.

How to move around in Townsville

The easiest way to navigate Townsville is via public bus services. Most areas of the city are serviced enabling ease of movement from one attraction to another. Taxis are plentiful, the city has a regional airport and is on the railway system operated by Queensland Rail.

The climate in Townsville

The climate is consistently warm to hot climate. June to September is generally warm, with average temperatures in the high teens to low 20s°C, while summer can be much more temperamental. The temperatures are very high, up into the high 20s and low 30s, but with the added risk of occasional thunderstorms that bring rain. The best seasons to visit are spring and autumn.

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Frequently asked questions about Hotels in Townsville

The most centrally located hotels in Townsville with the best ratings are: Hotel City Oasis Inn, Hotel Aligned Corporate Residences Townsville and Summit Motel.

It depends on the category of the hotel. If you want to stay at a 4-star hotel in Townsville, the average price per night is 33 , while you will pay an average of 24 for a 3-star hotel, and in a more luxurious 5-star hotel, you'll pay around 20 .

If you're bringing a vehicle, we recommend that you book a hotel with parking in Townsville, like Cascade Motel In Townsville, Hotel Aligned Corporate Residences Townsville or Grand And Apartments Townsville.

If you need a hotel with disabled access in Townsville, we recommend Cascade Motel In Townsville, Hotel Aligned Corporate Residences Townsville and Grand And Apartments Townsville.

According to our clients, if you´re travelling with children, the best hotels in Townsville are Hotel Rydges Southbank Townsville, Seagulls Resort and Hotel The Robert Towns.

If you want to save time, the hotels in Townsville with express check-in and check-out are Grand And Apartments Townsville and Hotel Mercure Townsville.

The best hotels with a pool in Townsville are Cascade Motel In Townsville, Castle Crest Motel and Hotel City Oasis Inn.

Some of the options for hotels with non-smoking rooms in Townsville are Cascade Motel In Townsville, Hotel Aligned Corporate Residences Townsville and Grand And Apartments Townsville.

The best-rated hotels in Townsville with a gym are Hotel City Oasis Inn, Grand And Apartments Townsville and Hotel The Ville Resort Casino.