South Townsville Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A wooden sign for the Maritime Museum of Townsville.
A lighthouse with a white and red structure, a door, and a small building with a blue and white exterior.
A vintage radio with dials, switches, and a frequency meter.
A detailed model of a wooden ship with multiple masts and rigging.
Vintage electronic equipment, including a TRAEGER device with various dials and indicators, and other similar devices on a wooden surface.

Stay near popular South Townsville attractions

Activities


Our pick of the best South Townsville Hotel Deals

The Palmer Collective

The Palmer Collective

4 out of 5
12 14 Palmer Street South Townsville QLD
The price is AU$152 per night from 29 Nov to 30 Nov
AU$152
29 Nov - 30 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Townsville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (882 reviews)
"Comfortable hotel with good facilities and the staff were really helpful. Good location too."

Reviewed on 12 Nov 2026

The Palmer Collective
Grand Hotel and Apartments Townsville

Grand Hotel and Apartments Townsville

4.5 out of 5
8-10 Palmer Street South Townsville QLD
The price is AU$178 per night from 20 Nov to 21 Nov
AU$178
20 Nov - 21 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Townsville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (998 reviews)
"The position was great however it was very expensive the weekend we stayed compared to Rydges down the road. The aircon wasn’t working in the hallway & also got hot during the night. And there was no parking available."

Reviewed on 8 Nov 2026

Grand Hotel and Apartments Townsville
Oaks Townsville Hotel

Oaks Townsville Hotel

4.5 out of 5
81 Palmer Street South Townsville QLD
The price is AU$203 per night from 15 Nov to 16 Nov
AU$203
15 Nov - 16 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Townsville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,614 reviews)
"Quite part of Palmer Street, although it’s a long walk to the Strand and into the City, but if you like walking, it’s great. Staff are friendly and willing to help or assist with any matters. Clean and spacious rooms."

Reviewed on 5 Nov 2026

Oaks Townsville Hotel
Allure Hotel & Apartments

Allure Hotel & Apartments

4.5 out of 5
Cnr Morehead St and McIlwraith St South Townsville QLD
The price is AU$136 per night from 7 Dec to 8 Dec
AU$136
7 Dec - 8 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Townsville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a fitness centre. Popular attractions Maritime Museum of Townsville and ReefHQ are ...
8.4/10 Very good! (798 reviews)
"Very basic room but clean and it has what you need. Location is quiet and great if you have a car - places are not really very close to walk to."

Reviewed on 23 Oct 2026

Allure Hotel & Apartments
Rydges Southbank Townsville

Rydges Southbank Townsville

3.5 out of 5
23 Palmer Street South Townsville QLD
The price is AU$157 per night from 13 Dec to 14 Dec
AU$157
13 Dec - 14 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Townsville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Rydges Southbank Townsville
Oaks Townsville Gateway Suites

Oaks Townsville Gateway Suites

4 out of 5
2 Dibbs Street South Townsville QLD
The price is AU$169 per night from 15 Nov to 16 Nov
AU$169
15 Nov - 16 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this aparthotel in Townsville. Enjoy free parking, a fitness centre and Wi-Fi (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
Oaks Townsville Gateway Suites
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Our guide on where to stay in South Townsville

Find the best South Townsville areas for the activities you enjoy most.

The Strand

The beaches and abundant dining options are top of the list for many visitors to The Strand. A stop by The Strand Beach or Strand Waterpark might round out your trip.

North Ward

North Ward is known for its beaches, and you can plan a trip to Strand Waterpark and The Strand Beach while you're in town.

Kirwan

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Kirwan and surrounding area, you can visit Willows Shopping Centre and Riverway Lagoon.

Railway Estate

While visiting Railway Estate, you might make a stop by sights like Reid Park Street Circuit and Queensland Country Bank Stadium.

West End

Travellers like the historical sites in West End, and National Trust Heritage Centre is a top attraction you might want to visit.



South Townsville Travel Guide

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