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Featured Motels in Picnic Bay

Family Room
Banjo Paterson Motor Inn

Banjo Paterson Motor Inn

3.0 star property
Rosslea
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (285)
"Room clean and nicely presented. Staff were very prompt in serving us."
Australia
Kayleen
The price is AU$134
includes taxes & fees
11 Dec - 12 Dec
Banjo Paterson Motor Inn
Front of property
Beach House Motel

Beach House Motel

3.5 star property
North Ward
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (515)
"Super comfy beds, clean and tidy, friendly staff and right in the strand with restaurants close by and water views across the road. "
Australia
Fay
The price is AU$137
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec
Beach House Motel
Outdoor pool
Castle Crest Motel

Castle Crest Motel

3.0 star property
North Ward
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (101)
"Great place to stay for that overnight stay. Very clean and comfortable. Pricing of room is very reasonable. "
Australia
Rhonda
The price is AU$173
includes taxes & fees
20 Dec - 21 Dec
Castle Crest Motel
Outdoor pool
Raintree Motel

Raintree Motel

3.0 star property
Hermit Park
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (329)
"Clean room"
Australia
Humraj Singh
The price is AU$148
includes taxes & fees
9 Dec - 10 Dec
Raintree Motel
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Cascade Motel In Townsville

Cascade Motel In Townsville

2.0 star property
Rosslea
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (247)
"Would definitely stay again"
Australia
cindy
The price is AU$129
includes taxes & fees
12 Dec - 13 Dec
Cascade Motel In Townsville
Family Studio Suite
Spanish Lace Motor Inn

Spanish Lace Motor Inn

2.0 star property
Rosslea
The price is AU$146
includes taxes & fees
18 Dec - 19 Dec
Spanish Lace Motor Inn
Executive Room
Monte Carlo Motor Inn

Monte Carlo Motor Inn

3.0 star property
Rosslea
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (236)
"Friendly staff and clean rooms, “Perfect”"
Canada
Steve
The price is AU$147
includes taxes & fees
2 Jan - 3 Jan 2026
Monte Carlo Motor Inn
On the beach
Shoredrive Motel

Shoredrive Motel

3.5 star property
North Ward
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (626)
"As far as motels go this place was great! Super clean and location was perfect for a one night stay. We also had our dog with us and they were super accommodating. Happy with the price and staff were super friendly. Recommend to all :) "
Australia
Eva
The price is AU$120
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Shoredrive Motel
Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Billabong Lodge Motel

Billabong Lodge Motel

3.0 star property
Rosslea
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (263)
"Plenty of room,quick check in "
Australia
Paul & Mary
The price is AU$135
includes taxes & fees
11 Dec - 12 Dec
Billabong Lodge Motel
Outdoor pool, pool loungers
The Colonial Rose Motel

The Colonial Rose Motel

3.5 star property
Mundingburra
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (209)
"The motel was clean tidy and clean and convenient to the hospital "
Australia
John
The price is AU$154
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
The Colonial Rose Motel
Family Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking
Coolabah Motel

Coolabah Motel

2.0 star property
Rosslea
The price is AU$150
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Coolabah Motel
Pillow-top beds, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk
Summit Motel

Summit Motel

2.5 star property
Townsville
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (388)
"Fine for a quick overnight stay. Good kitchen facilities. The lights didn’t work in one of our rooms and there was no-one around to sort it so we went out!"
United Kingdom
Sarah
The price is AU$161
includes taxes & fees
3 Jan - 4 Jan 2026
Summit Motel
Family Executive Apartment | Living area
Yongala Lodge by The Strand

Yongala Lodge by The Strand

3.5 star property
North Ward
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (294)
"The swimming pool wsa lovely "
Australia
Kim
The price is AU$124
includes taxes & fees
7 Dec - 8 Dec
Yongala Lodge by The Strand
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Top Picnic Bay Hotel Reviews

Rambutan Resort

Rambutan Resort

10/10 Excellent
"Excellent customer service and support "
Sheena 1-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Rambutan Resort

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Picnic Bay Motels information

Number of reviews
3,491
Accommodation
23 Motels
Lowest Price
AU$120
Highest Price
AU$173

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Picnic Bay?
If you're having difficulty finding a motel in Picnic Bay, consider some of the motels we suggest around the area or let Expedia help you find a similar property from more than 39 hotels and other accommodation options. Simply filter using our search tools by nightly room rate or money-saving amenities such as free parking and free airport transport.
What's it like to stay in a motel?
At many motels, you're likely to find free parking and an outdoor pool. When you stay at a motel property, you'll often have access to your room directly from the car park. In the US, motels became more commonplace after World War II with the popularity of car travel and road trip holidays, peaking in the mid-1960s with more than 60,000 properties.
What are the best motels in Picnic Bay?
Here you'll find some of our customers' top motels in the larger area. Tropical Palms: Enjoy access to the full-service spa, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Shoredrive Motel: Free WiFi, free parking and laundry facilities are available during your stay. Central Picnic Bay is 5 mi (8.1 km) away. Beach House Motel: Enjoy access to the snack bar/deli, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Located 5.4 mi (8.7 km) from the heart of Picnic Bay. Raintree Motel: Central Picnic Bay is 8.6 mi (13.8 km) away. Free WiFi, free parking and laundry facilities are available during your stay. Banjo Paterson Motor Inn: 9 mi (14.4 km) from the heart of Picnic Bay. Enjoy access to the laundry facilities, and freebies including breakfast, WiFi and self-parking.
What can I do in Picnic Bay?
Those who've visited Picnic Bay like the beaches. As you're sightseeing around the area, make sure that you enjoy all there is to see and do. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Magnetic Island National Park, Picnic Bay Beach and Rocky Bay. You'll find these family-friendly sights in the area: Strand Waterpark, Riverway Lagoon and Billabong Sanctuary. Other places worth a visit include Magnetic Island Golf Course and Bolger Bay Nature Refuge.
What's the weather like in Picnic Bay?
Weather can make or break a road trip, so here's some data about year-round temperatures in Picnic Bay to help you plan yours: The hottest months are usually December and January, with an average temperature of 27°C, while the coldest months are July and August, with an average of 20°C. The rainiest months in Picnic Bay are January, February, March and December, with each month seeing an average of 233 mm of rainfall.
What are my options for getting around Picnic Bay while staying in a motel?
We've gathered some information about local transportation options in Picnic Bay to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Townsville, QLD (TSV), which is located 7.1 mi (11.4 km) away from the city centre. If you'd like to explore around the area, you may want to rent a car for your trip.

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