Heatley Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Magnetic Island Ferry Terminal
This easy-to-navigate and very scenic transport hub is the gateway to the beaches, bush walks and wildlife of one of Queensland’s most idyllic islands.
Queensland Country Bank Stadium
Catch an event at Queensland Country Bank Stadium during your trip to Townsville.
The Strand Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at The Strand Beach during your travels in Townsville? While in this relaxing area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Castle Hill
Catch the sea breezes on this pink granite landmark in the city’s heart and enjoy 360-degree views of the city’s harbor and across to Magnetic Island.
Strand Park
Strand Park is just one of the places to see in Townsville, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.
Queens Gardens
Walk beneath ancient hoop pines, navigate a maze, see the Australian cockatoos or have a picnic in the lush setting of these tropical gardens.
Activities
SeaLink Magnetic Island Ferry return trip from Townsville
Aquascene Circumnavigation Magnetic Island Tour
Our pick of the best Heatley Hotel Deals
Madison Plaza Townsville
Nice to see it's being refurbished, very convenient for the QLD pinball finals at Empire arcade.
Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026
The Ville Resort - Casino
All of the above
Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026
Grand Hotel and Apartments Townsville
Great and enjoyable overnight stay
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026
Oaks Townsville Hotel
Great apartment that had everything we needed. Comfortable bed. Adequate cooking facilities for simple meals. There was also a dishwasher, washing machine and tumble dryer which we really appreciated! Unfortunately it rained for most of our stay so we couldn’t use the pool but the gym was good. We ...
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Aquarius on the Beach
Amazing view, very neat and tidy. Staff always helpful and polite, every time we stay here.
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
Discovery Parks - Townsville
Room was fantastic, clean and had everything we needed.
Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Heatley
Aitkenvale
If you're spending time in Aitkenvale, you might enjoy its shopping and restaurants. If you've got time to venture a little farther, you can make a stop by Townsville Palmetum or Murray Sporting Complex.
Mount Louisa
Mount Louisa might not have many top sights, but Willows Shopping Centre and Riverway Lagoon are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Garbutt
You'll enjoy the bars and museums in Garbutt. You might want to make time for a stop at Pitstop Karting or Royal Australian Air Force Townsville Museum.
Currajong
Restaurants, gardens and shopping highlight some of the notable features of Currajong. Make a stop by Townsville Museum and Historical Society while you're exploring.
Kirwan
If you're spending some time in Kirwan, 1300SMILES Stadium and Aboriginal Reserve are top sights worth seeing.
Douglas
When in Douglas, you can plan a visit to Townsville Palmetum and Riverway Lagoon, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
