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Just 200 metres from Picnic Bay Beach, Tropical Palms Inn offers air-conditioned rooms with a kitchenette and a private balcony or courtyard. Facilities include an outdoor swimming pool and a barbecue area set in lovely gardens.

We had a great time staying here, would highly recommend. The backyard is lovely and perfect to use for a BBQ and breakfast.

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8.9
Fabulous
371 reviews
Price from
£89
per night

Located on Magnetic Island, overlooking Alma Bay and Geoffrey Bay, Arcadia Village Motel offers 3 bars, a café and 2 swimming pools. All rooms feature a flat-screen TV. Guests enjoy free on-site parking.

The room was awesome, with a view on the pool and the ocean, it gave us the perfect relaxed holiday vibe. We even got a late check-out till 5 pm for free which resulted in a well needed hot shower after a sweaty walk to spot koala's nearby. Contact with Adam whent smoothless by sms and an envelop ready to pick up the key whenever we wanted.

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8.1
Very good
639 reviews
Price from
£91
per night

Featuring an outdoor pool overlooking the ocean, Shoredrive Motel offers modern accommodation with free WiFi, TV and air conditioning. Located on The Strand, the motel provides direct access to the beach.

I loved how much space was within the bedroom and bathroom

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7.7
Good
799 reviews
Price from
£66
per night

Beach House Motel is situated opposite Townsville Beach, surrounded by the restaurants, cafes, bars and shops along The Strand. Guests have access to an outdoor saltwater swimming pool.

Free off-street car parking is provided at Beach House Motel Townsville. WiFi internet access and laundry facilities are available.

Room was one of the cleanest I've ever stayed in! Bathroom was immaculate, kitchenette was clean and tidy as were the utensils and appliances. Air conditioning worked amazing! Beds were larger in size compared to other accommodations I've stayed in and very comfortable. Extra blankets and pillows in room. Room itself was spacious to comfortably fit 4 adults people. Bean bags were a hit. Location was perfect if planning on staying on the strand. Free off road parking was a definite plus! Staff were very helpful and informative, went above and beyond in my future booking. House keeping very polite.

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8.5
Very good
1,261 reviews
Price from
£71
per night

Castle Crest Motel offers accommodation in Townsville. Free private parking is available on site.

All rooms air conditioned and have tea/coffee making facilities. Castle Crest Motel features free WiFi throughout the property.

They were very helpful, from taking my last-minute booking, to facilitating an extra night's stay (also at short notice). The location was good and room facilities were perfect.

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9.1
Superb
206 reviews
Price from
£97
per night

Just 40 metres from The Strand Beach, Strand Motel offers amazing views of Magnetic Island and the Coral Sea. It boasts free WiFi and an outdoor pool.

Strand Motel Townsville is located on The Strand, 15 minutes' walk from The Great Barrier Reef Aquarium. The Billabong Sanctuary is a 20-minute drive, and Magnetic Island is a 35-minute drive away. Coles Supermarket is just to the rear of the property, while a children's water park is 5 minutes' away, along The Strand.

Located opposite the beach. Park outside room. Beautiful location and close to shops and bars restaurants. Perfect stay.

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7.7
Good
1,047 reviews
Price from
£69
per night

Just a 2-minute walk from the sandy shores of The Strand Beach, Yongala Lodge by The Strand boasts an outdoor swimming pool.

Yongala Lodge by The Strand is within a 4-minute drive of both Townsville Entertainment Centre and Reef HQ Aquarium. Townsville Airport is an 8-minute drive away.

Guests enjoy a shared laundry and free parking.

Convenient location, very clean, spacious room, well equipped

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8.2
Very good
739 reviews
Price from
£157
per night

Summit Motel is located in a quiet, residential area, just 10 minutes’ walk from Townsville city centre and the Strand. It offers air-conditioned rooms, a saltwater pool and free WiFi.

Rooms at Summit Motel Townsville have modern furniture and nature-themed art on the walls. Each is equipped with air-conditioning, a TV, microwave, toaster, electronic kettle, refrigerator and tea/coffee making facilities.

One word "exceptional "

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8.5
Very good
724 reviews
Price from
£74
per night

Located in Townsville city centre, City Oasis Inn offers free Wi-Fi and air-conditioned rooms with a TV. The tropical landscaped gardens feature a lagoon-style pool, a heated spa pool, a waterfall and a children's pool.

Guest laundry facilities are available, along with same-day dry cleaning. There is also a children's playground.

Clean and confortable room. Pool is amazing.

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8.3
Very good
472 reviews
Price from
£94
per night

Located in the heart of Townsville, guests of the refurbished Clarion Hotel enjoy free WiFi and an onsite restaurant. All air-conditioned suites feature Nespresso coffee machines, city views and a flat-screen TV.

Guests can make use of the business centre, laundry facilities and free parking.

Staff were incredibly helpful and friendly! The room was spacious and clean, and the bed and pillows are the best I’ve experienced. I slept like a baby here!

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8.2
Very good
379 reviews
Price from
£74
per night

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Both travellers on the road and on a budget rely on motels for convenient stops with reasonable rates. Direct access to parking makes a motel an easy place to catch some sleep after a day of driving. The relatively smaller size of this accommodation type can also help to make check-in quick and easy.
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Motels that guests love in Picnic Bay

  • 8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 371 reviews
    Rob gave us a warm welcome. The room was clean, tidy, comfortable and well equipped. The motel was within walking distance of restaurants, cafes, the hotel and public transport.
    Janene
    Young couple
  • 8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 371 reviews
    Motel was one street back from esplanade, we used bus service to get around the island and it was located on the esplanade beside where we went to eat all a short walk from Motel.
    Sharon
    Young couple
  • 8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 371 reviews
    A warm welcome on arrival. Great access to everywhere at Picnic Bay, close to bus stop for ferry and other island centres. Comfortable and spacious room with good facilities. Fantastic service from manager Jen, who drove us in pouring rain to the Nelly Bay clinic and waited to drive us back to the motel.
    Marian
    Young couple
  • 8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 371 reviews
    the managers and the ambience of the motel beautiful
    debbie
    People with friends
  • 8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 371 reviews
    Great location, close to water-front, and track/s. Bus passses right by the motel.
    James
    Young couple
  • 8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 371 reviews
    Our stay was peaceful and relaxing in well appointed rooms. The motel is in a stunning location and management go above and beyond to ensure that you have a fantastic holiday experience. The rental car system is convienient for seeing out of the way treasures of the island. We will definitely be back.
    Sharon
    Family with young children
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