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A pool area with lounge chairs, a fountain, and palm trees at dusk.

1. Seahaven Resort

Seahaven Resort
3.0 star property
Belgian Gardens
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (267 reviews)
"Really good place to stay with children. Close to the strand and restaurants around."
Australia
Barbara Ratton
The price is AU$132
includes taxes & fees
8 Oct - 9 Oct
Seahaven Resort
A pool area with a hot tub, lounge chairs, and umbrellas. There are palm trees and a building with a bar area in the background.

2. Mercure Townsville

Mercure Townsville
3.5 star property
Currajong
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Loved the gardens and outdoor areas to sit. Very friendly staff. Great amenities."
Australia
tania
The price is AU$158
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Mercure Townsville
A row of small, single-story cabins with blue railings and orange roofs, situated on a gravel road with a palm tree in the foreground.

3. BIG4 Tasman Holiday Parks - Rowes Bay

BIG4 Tasman Holiday Parks - Rowes Bay
3.0 star property
Belgian Gardens
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (265 reviews)
"Clean cabin right on waterfront, Enjoyed stay."
Australia
Wendy
The price is AU$109
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
BIG4 Tasman Holiday Parks - Rowes Bay
A pool area with a wooden deck, lounge chairs, and a covered seating area surrounded by trees.

4. Bounce Magnetic Island

Bounce Magnetic Island
3.0 star property
Horseshoe Bay
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (80 reviews)
"This is an excellent place to experience a tropical island. Peaceful relaxing and a friendly happy atmosphere. Staff were great, amenities were clean facilities like bar pool and kitchen really good."
Australia
Robert
The price is AU$148
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Bounce Magnetic Island
A living room with a navy blue sofa, two white cushions, a beige throw blanket, a round side table with a lamp, and two framed pictures of palm trees on the wall.

5. Beachfront Home Townsville

Beachfront Home Townsville
4.0 star property
Pallarenda
The price is AU$840
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Beachfront Home Townsville
A hotel room with two beds, a large window with curtains, a wall-mounted air conditioner, and a large abstract painting.

6. Nightcap at Dalrymple Hotel

Nightcap at Dalrymple Hotel
3.0 star property
Garbutt
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (178 reviews)
"Comfortable and clean good value accommodations "
Australia
Gary
The price is AU$134
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Nightcap at Dalrymple Hotel
A balcony with a table and chairs overlooking a beach and the ocean.

7. Aquarius on the Beach

Aquarius on the Beach
4.0 star property
North Ward
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Great location and good value for the money"
Australia
Adrian
The price is AU$166
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Aquarius on the Beach

8. Avenues Xchange

Avenues Xchange
1.0 star property
Hermit Park
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (98 reviews)
"Great staff, beautiful house"
Australia
Zoe
The price is AU$83
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Avenues Xchange
A two-story house with a covered porch, surrounded by lush tropical vegetation and a stone retaining wall.

9. True North Bed & Breakfast

True North Bed & Breakfast
3.5 star property
Horseshoe Bay
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (129 reviews)
"Large, very well-equipped room with a nice private screened deck area. Spectacular breakfasts."
United States
Woody
The price is AU$212
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
True North Bed & Breakfast
A spacious lobby with a central seating area, a staircase, and a view of the dining area.

10. Hotel Grand Chancellor Townsville

Hotel Grand Chancellor Townsville
4.5 star property
Townsville
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Friendly staff. Clean rooms. Convenient location close to stadium and town centre."
Australia
Brendon
The price is AU$165
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
Hotel Grand Chancellor Townsville
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Top Shelly Beach Hotel Reviews

Aquarius on the Beach

Aquarius on the Beach

8/10 Good
"The room was very comfortable and the view was excellent. Internet was not good."
Janice 5-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Aquarius on the Beach

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Scoping out the transportation options in Shelly Beach can help keep you on budget. The most convenient airport is Townsville, QLD (TSV), situated 5 mi (8 km) away. Shelly Beach might not have very many public transport options to choose from so a car rental could be a reasonable alternative to see more of the area.

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