With a stay at Aquarius on the Beach, you'll be centrally located in Townsville, a 5-minute walk from Strand Park and a 3-minute drive from Magnetic Island Ferry Terminal. .This beach hotel is 1 mi (1.6 km) from Castle Hill and 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from Queensland Country Bank Stadium.
What's nearby
Strand Park - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
The Strand Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
Castle Hill - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
Queensland Country Bank Stadium - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
Magnetic Island Ferry Terminal - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
Getting around
Townsville Station - 9 min drive
Townsville, QLD (TSV) - 15 min drive
Restaurants
Watermark Townsville - 1 min walk
Strand Rockpool - 14 min walk
Tobin Fish Tales - 18 min walk
McDonald's - 8 min walk
Hotel Allen - 7 min walk
About this property
Aquarius on the Beach
On beach with outdoor pool for sandy fun near Strand Park
Aquarius on the Beach offers 120 air-conditioned accommodations with hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. Rooms open to balconies. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Accommodations at this 4-star hotel have kitchenettes with microwaves and cookware/dishes/utensils.
Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers and complimentary toiletries. 40-inch LCD televisions come with digital channels.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.
Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision.
Make yourself at home in one of the 120 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring kitchenettes. Rooms have private balconies. 40-inch LCD televisions are provided, with digital programming available. Conveniences include microwaves and electric kettles.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a terrace and a garden. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, a television in a common area, and a vending machine.
Featured amenities include a business center, dry cleaning/laundry services, and luggage storage. Event facilities at this hotel consist of conference space and a meeting room. Free self parking is available onsite.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Free offsite parking within 200 metres
Free uncovered self parking on site
Limited on-site parking
Onsite parking includes off-street options
Things to do
Outdoor pool
TV in common areas
Family friendly
In-room kitchenette
In-room microwave
Laundry facilities
Mini-fridge
Outdoor pool
Conveniences
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Vending machine
Guest services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Business services
Business centre
Conference space
Meeting room
Outdoors
Garden
On the beach
On the boardwalk/promenade
On the waterfront
Outdoor furniture
Pool loungers
Terrace
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Lift (99 centimetre wide door)
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
More
13 floors
Built in 1972
Smoke-free property
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Entertainment
40-inch LCD TV with digital channels
Food and drink
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Electric kettle
Kitchenette
Microwave
Mini-fridge
Tea bags/instant coffee
Toaster
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Air conditioning
Individual decor
Individual furnishings
Iron/ironing board
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
The property charges 2.48 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open Monday - Friday (7:00 AM - 7:00 PM) and Saturday - Sunday (8:00 AM - 6:00 PM)
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available
Payment types
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
Deposit: AUD 200.00 per accommodation, per stay
Breakage deposit: AUD 200 per stay
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.48 percent
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
WiFi is limited to 250 MB of data per guestroom, per day. Fees apply for additional usage.
We should mention
Pool access available from 6 AM to 9:00 PM
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)
National rating
This property has been awarded a star rating from the Australian Star Ratings Agency, Star Ratings Australia.
Property is also known as
Aquarius on the Beach Hotel
Aquarius Beach Hotel Townsville
Aquarius Beach Townsville
Aquarius On The Beach Hotel Townsville
Aquarius Beach Hotel North Ward
Aquarius Beach North Ward
Aquarius on the Beach North Ward
Aquarius on the Beach Hotel North Ward
Reviews
Aquarius on the Beach Reviews
8.6
Excellent
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
great location..
rooms are a little older than they appear in the pictures but overall a great experience
Stuart
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025
8/10 Good
Dianne
15 Jun 2025
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The maintenance of our unit was not kept up. The patio door did not close properly, the window had screws to stop ability to open. Shutter doors to the toilet bathroom is in desparate need of clean and repair. The wall tiles in the bathroom need to have black scrubbed and bleached. The shower lever has no top plate. Water pressure is mediocre.
The kitchen lounge bed area were all okay, although the blanket smelt dusty.
There is no hob, but there is a combi oven, and a microwave. And the kitchen is adequately equiped.
The absolute star of the show is the view. Straight to the sea across the strand. Extra special because we were 9th floor.
We have booked to stay again in 3 days, am hoping the issues with todays unit is not the usual in this complex.
Service was good but I had to check out a day early due to a family member being unwell back in Cairns. It was before the 2pm checkin yet they didnt offer me a partial refund. Whereas it was the night of the footy so no doubt they rented out the room again.
Amazing position opposite beach. Room with small balcony facing beach. Bed was good room was good had all necessary Enjoyed our stay Would have liked a room on a higher floor but was unavailable.Restaurants and coffee shops surround the hotel. Friendly staff good parking on site Definitely stay there again.
Our stay was fantastic. Check in was quick and easy and the reception staff were very friendly. We stayed on the 4th floor and had a great view of the ocean and Strand. Easy parking and also a short walk to restaurants. The room was perfect for our short stay. Would definitely recommend.