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Aquarius on the Beach

4.0 star property

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board
Lobby
Property amenity
Interior detail
Garden

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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75 The Strand, North Ward, QLD, 4810
  • Place, Strand Park
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Queensland Country Bank Stadium
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Magnetic Island Ferry Terminal
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Townsville, QLD (TSV)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

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Beach View Level 1 - 9

Beach View Level 1 - 9

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(99 reviews)
  • 32 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Executive Beach View Level 4 - 9

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(43 reviews)
  • 32 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Beach View Level 10 - 13

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 32 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Executive Beach View Level 1 - 3

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(30 reviews)
  • 32 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Executive Corner Beach View level 1 - 13

Executive Corner Beach View level 1 - 13

Executive Corner Beach View level 1 - 13

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 36 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Beach/ocean view

Executive Beach View Level 10 - 13

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(33 reviews)
  • 32 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Townsville

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

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Marina Coffee - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Tobruk Kiosk - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Seaview Hotel - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Shorehouse - ‬13 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

More

  • 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

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 524 out of 1021 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 329 out of 1021 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 112 out of 1021 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 35 out of 1021 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 21 out of 1021 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Amber

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Muray

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The view from the balcony is beautiful. Open waterway looking across to magnetic island is calming and peaceful.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, great views, great staff
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stuart

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
great location.. rooms are a little older than they appear in the pictures but overall a great experience
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Albert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Love the area was quiet walkable and free beach view
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Albert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The Great view of the beach
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Sharon

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well presented, convenience to shops walking
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Internet was not working and television was limited to local channels only.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elaine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a short distance walk from my purpose of stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

On the Strand

Great location on the Strand close to all the restaurants views across to Magnetic Island
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amin

one of the best hotels in townsville. the location is unbeatable and the rooms, staff, amenities, pool, parking and everything is really perfect.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location for walking along the Strand and plenty of dining options close by. Beautiful view of the ocean and Magnetic Island. Room was spacious and the bed was comfortable. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carly

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Enjoyed competing at athletic festival. Winning 6 gold medals from 6 events
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Roger

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely view
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Melanie

Disliked: Cleanliness
NA
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Gregory

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stay was fine. Parking is a problem. lack of space, had to park 3 blocks away
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Sheng Yuan

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Cardell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were amazing to deal with, room was very tidy and well priced. The shower water pressure was the only let down for me.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed another two nights after we stayed here 10-12 days ago on our way back from Far North Queensland. Once again, everything was wonderful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Lynelle

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very clean and tidy. Staff were extremely kind and helpful. The life was fast and efficient too. Would definitely stay again, great value for money!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Doug

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location to food and exercise
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

glenn

Travelled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good view
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025