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Civic Guesthouse, hotel in Townsville

Within walking distance from the beach and close to a range of shops, Civic Guest house offers free WiFi.

It was clean and comfortable The staff very kind and helpful!
Scored 7.9
7.9
Rated good
Good
1,486 reviews
Reef Lodge Backpackers, hotel in Townsville

Offering a barbecue and a fitness center, Reef Lodge Backpackers is located in Townsville in the Queensland Region.

Kitchen facilities Quiet weekend Chilled tap water
Scored 6.4
6.4
Rated pleasant
Pleasant
362 reviews
Seaside Lodge Hostel Townsville- right next to coles, 2 mins walk to strand & CBD, hotel in Townsville

Located in Townsville, Seaside Lodge Hostel Townsville- right next to coles, 2 mins walk to strand & CBD provides air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi.

Friendly atmosphere and great location
Scored 6.2
6.2
Rated pleasant
Pleasant
238 reviews
CStay, hotel in Townsville

Featuring free WiFi, a year-round swimming pool and a barbecue, CStay is located on Magnetic Island in Picnic Bay, 5.6 mi from Townsville. Rooms come with a shared bathroom.

Good located, quiet and clean space. There is a koala living in the trees around the property 🥹
Scored 8.0
8.0
Rated very good
Very Good
336 reviews
Roamer Magnetic Island Koala Park - formerly Selina Magnetic Island, hotel in Townsville

Roamer Magnetic Island Koala Park - formerly Selina Magnetic Island showcases open-air building designs and communal spaces for guests.

amazing stay! loved it so much I really enjoyed the perfect location to see the sunset in horseshoe bay and the facilities are beautiful 😊
Scored 8.6
8.6
Rated excellent
Excellent
1,110 reviews
Nomads Magnetic Island, hotel in Townsville

Nomads Magnetic Island hostel is located on the beach of Magnetic Island, only 20-minutes by ferry from Townsville.

Right on the beach and the bar was really nice, there was events every night and it was really social and had a great vibe
Scored 7.5
7.5
Rated good
Good
994 reviews
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Budget travelers know there's no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: Save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a little more.

Hostels that guests love in Townsville

  • Scored 8.9
    8.9
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 46 reviews
    Great location, good space within the apartment with all facilities available and easy to use. Great for families or a group of friends staying in Townsville. Good safe place to park a car and enjoy walking into Townsville. Set near the strand and many café and restaurants. I would stay again and recommend this place.
    Ellie
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: $46.13
    Scored 7.9
    7.9
    Rated good
    Good
     · 1,486 reviews
    One of the best hostels we’ve ever stayed at. The kitchen is super spacious and you have everything you need (even an air fryer). Rooms are nice and super clean. The patio is nice as well. All staff is beyond, but special mention to Arthur who might have been the best ever in all hotels we’ve ever been to.
    Victoria
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $83.58
    Scored 7.6
    7.6
    Rated good
    Good
     · 900 reviews
    Great location on The Strand. The room was comfortable. I liked the couch. Not bad for a cheap room.
    Peter
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $193.89
    Scored 8.2
    8.2
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 593 reviews
    Great location, safe parking, good size room.
    sarah
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $86.25
    Scored 8.2
    8.2
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 642 reviews
    Bed was very comfy. Great location and rooms where sound proof
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    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: $83.58
    Scored 7.6
    7.6
    Rated good
    Good
     · 900 reviews
    Great location and budget family room was budget. If you want a nice room maybe try the more expensive option
    Tim
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: $117.01
    Scored 8.1
    8.1
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 5,226 reviews
    This a is great hotel in a great location. Great view from the room. Close to beach, safe swimming , lots of eating options nearby,.Love Townsville, especially The Strand area
    Keith
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $121.69
    Scored 7.6
    7.6
    Rated good
    Good
     · 1,558 reviews
    The staff were lovely. Great location. Good facilities. Seemed like a sound proof room. Safe environment and area.
    Natalie
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $46.13
    Scored 7.9
    7.9
    Rated good
    Good
     · 1,486 reviews
    I have travelled consistently in hostels for the last 5 years and this was the best hostel that I’ve experienced. The amenities were all functional, clean and they had clean hand towels and clean bath mats. This alone speaks volumes about how well this hostel is maintained. The pool is magnificent. This hostel was a breath of fresh air on the journey of hostel life for a seasoned backpacking traveller.
    Clarissa
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $46.13
    Scored 7.9
    7.9
    Rated good
    Good
     · 1,486 reviews
    A bit more of a dated old style hostel. But everything was clean, comfortable and safe.
    kelsey
    Young couple