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Next weekend
18 Sept - 20 Sept
In two weeks
25 Sept - 27 Sept
In one month
9 Oct - 11 Oct
In two months
6 Nov - 8 Nov

Our top choices for Picnic Bay motels

Beach

1. Shoredrive Motel

Shoredrive Motel
3.5 star property
North Ward
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (696 reviews)
"Clean tidy good location friendly staff ."
Australia
Cliff
The price is AU$120
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Shoredrive Motel
Front of property

2. Beach House Motel

Beach House Motel
3.5 star property
North Ward
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (559 reviews)
"Walk to dining, shopping and beautiful waterfront area. An easy place to stay on the Strand 🙂"
Australia
Peter
The price is AU$145
includes taxes & fees
9 Sept - 10 Sept
Beach House Motel
Restaurant

3. Hotel Allen

Hotel Allen
3.0 star property
North Ward
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (28 reviews)
"Really enjoyed our stay, the rooms are lovely would definitely stay again"
Australia
Edward
The price is AU$165
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Hotel Allen
Family Room

4. Banjo Paterson Motor Inn

Banjo Paterson Motor Inn
3.0 star property
Rosslea
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (311 reviews)
"Rooms cleaned very well. Staff was so polite n helpful, the staff is the main reason I keep going back there. Thank you."
Australia
Barry
The price is AU$138
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Banjo Paterson Motor Inn
Outdoor pool

5. Cascade Motel In Townsville

Cascade Motel In Townsville
2.0 star property
Rosslea
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (271 reviews)
"Nice clean room with very good facilities including good sized refrigerator. Bathroom was a little compact but clean and practical. Comfortable bed, nice couch for relaxing. Parking close to room."
Australia
Glen
The price is AU$137
includes taxes & fees
21 Sept - 22 Sept
Cascade Motel In Townsville
Courtyard

6. Summit Motel

Summit Motel
2.5 star property
Townsville
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (407 reviews)
"Good room for family. Good facilities. Good location and price."
Australia
Julie
The price is AU$158
includes taxes & fees
11 Sept - 12 Sept
Summit Motel
Pool

7. Raintree Motel

Raintree Motel
3.0 star property
Hermit Park
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (343 reviews)
"Easy to find, good location "
Australia
R
The price is AU$143
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Raintree Motel
Children’s activities

8. Yongala Lodge by The Strand

Yongala Lodge by The Strand
3.5 star property
North Ward
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (310 reviews)
"Rooms are oversized. Stocked well. Great central location and quiet. Great value for money. Older decor but nice and clean"
Australia
Jacob
The price is AU$120
includes taxes & fees
10 Sept - 11 Sept
Yongala Lodge by The Strand
Pool

9. Billabong Lodge Motel

Billabong Lodge Motel
3.0 star property
Rosslea
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (285 reviews)
"Was great"
Australia
Brett
The price is AU$140
includes taxes & fees
9 Sept - 10 Sept
Billabong Lodge Motel
Pool

10. Monte Carlo Motor Inn

Monte Carlo Motor Inn
3.0 star property
Rosslea
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (296 reviews)
"Have stayed a couple of times now - nice place."
Australia
Anthony
The price is AU$144
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Monte Carlo Motor Inn
Studio

11. Castle Crest Motel

Castle Crest Motel
3.0 star property
North Ward
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (104 reviews)
"Staff were lovely and friendly. Room was nice and clean and very spacious. Very secure parking. Would highly recommend and will definitely choose them again. "
Australia
Allira
The price is AU$206
includes taxes & fees
18 Sept - 19 Sept
Castle Crest Motel
Executive Room, Non Smoking

12. The Colonial Rose Motel

The Colonial Rose Motel
3.5 star property
Mundingburra
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (217 reviews)
"Very nice quite place"
Australia
Carol
The price is AU$158
includes taxes & fees
9 Sept - 10 Sept
The Colonial Rose Motel
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Top Picnic Bay Hotel Reviews

The Ville Resort - Casino

The Ville Resort - Casino

8/10 Good
"All good, short drive from the airport. Short walk to the Strand. Plenty options for food inside the hotel and around the strand. Parking is not so convenient because it is across the hotel."
Joni 1-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
The Ville Resort - Casino

Find out more about Picnic Bay

Picnic Bay Motels information

Number of reviews
2,604
Accommodation
19 Motels
Lowest Price
AU$120
Highest Price
AU$206

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 44 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. Hotel Allen: Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities such as a Smart TV. Central Picnic Bay is 5.6 mi (8.9 km) away. Shoredrive Motel: Enjoy access to the laundry facilities, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Located 5 mi (8.1 km) from the heart of Picnic Bay. Billabong Lodge Motel: Central Picnic Bay is 9.1 mi (14.6 km) away. A children's pool, free parking and laundry facilities are available during your stay. Beach House Motel: 5.4 mi (8.7 km) from the heart of Picnic Bay. Enjoy access to the snack bar/deli, and freebies including 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 Bolger Bay Nature Refuge. You'll find these family-friendly sights in the area: Billabong Sanctuary, Strand Waterpark and Maritime Museum of Townsville. While you're exploring the area, consider visiting Magnetic Island Golf Course, Nelly Bay Beach and Horseshoe Bay Beach.
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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