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Aquarius on the Beach

4.0 star property
4-star beachfront hotel near Magnetic Island Ferry Terminal

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Executive Corner Beach View level 1 - 13
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Beach View Level 1 - 9
Garden

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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75 The Strand, North Ward, QLD, 4810
  • Place, The Strand Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Strand Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Castle Hill
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, Townsville, QLD (TSV)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

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Beach View Level 1 - 9

Beach View Level 1 - 9

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(100 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • 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
(49 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Beach View Level 10 - 13

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

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Executive Corner Beach View level 1 - 13

Executive Corner Beach View level 1 - 13

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

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Beach/ocean view

Executive Beach View Level 10 - 13

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

About the area

Townsville

Beachside getaway.With a stay at this North Ward hotel, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Strand Park and 2 miles (3 km) of Castle Hill. Magnetic Island Ferry Terminal and Queensland Country Bank Stadium are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • The Strand Beach - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Strand Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Townsville Sports Reserve - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Castle Hill - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Magnetic Island Ferry Terminal - 4 min drive - 3.3 km

Getting around

  • Townsville Station - 9 min drive
  • Townsville, QLD (TSV) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cafe Spuntino - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Tobruk Kiosk - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Shorehouse - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Seaview Hotel - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Watermark Townsville - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Aquarius on the Beach

4-star beachfront hotel near Magnetic Island Ferry Terminal
Public spaces have free WiFi. A business center and a meeting room are available. An outdoor pool, a terrace, and a vending machine are also featured at Aquarius on the Beach. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 4-star Townsville hotel is smoke free.

  • 120 guestrooms or units
  • 13 levels
  • Built in 1972
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Television in lobby
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
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.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator (39 inch wide door)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 40-inch LCD TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: AUD 200.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • Breakage deposit: AUD 200 per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.48 percent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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. 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 Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

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.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • 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

Aquarius on the Beach Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 523 out of 1011 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 326 out of 1011 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 111 out of 1011 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 30 out of 1011 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 21 out of 1011 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Lindsay

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The location is towards one end of the Strand. Some evening noise, from the adjacent venue, and from the occasional noisy car or motor bike, interrupted the generally quiet area. The internet was extremely slow.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natalie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely staff Room very comfortable and clean. Ample bed linen Lovely clean pool
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ben

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
View was spectacular
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely amazing
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Daniel, Sydney

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
best location in Townsville. only problem was very weak (useless) wifi. we were told this was a temporary problem waiting to be fixed. check before booking.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kirsty

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good room good location
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Verna

Travelled with group
Liked: Amenities
Great location and view from the room
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Jodie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff lovely. Room very run down and need of renovating. Clean. Bed comfy. Close to bars.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Tracey

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

spiro

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A little outdated but clean and tidy Self checked in as we were late arrivals. Checking out was quick and easy apart from the man at reception whom had a personality of a brick wall Doesn’t hurt to smile If you don’t like your job move on
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I have been going to the Aquarius for 15 years, at least 2-3 times a year. This is normally for work, which is one of the reasons I like the Aquarius - once I leave the CBD and sit on the balcony with one of the best views in Townsville, all stress dissapears. The service is always attentative. Overall the rooms are clean, comfortable and regularly service.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mitchell

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel for the price, easy access to the beach, great selection of restaurants that are all in walking distance, adequate parking.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

David

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness
Room was okay. View was fantastic, location was top notch. Third night night, the fire alarm activated at 3am due to a faulty sensor. Nothing was explained to us and no apology offered. If you inconvenience someone, then offer a free coffee.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Brilliant views, great rooms, comfortable beds, good air conditioning and fast large lifts.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Linda

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Jen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Views were stunning. Bed was soooo uncomfortable 😣.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clive

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great views looking out to Magnetic Island
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Barbara

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The front desk staff were not helpful. We had a complaint about bugs in the room and they dismissed us and did not want to acknowledge the issue. We wanted to make them aware however it was not received very well.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Kellie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
lovely spot with easy access to many restaurants and the sporting facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clear views of the beach and ocean across to Magnetic Island. Absolutely stunning property - can't wait to come back again with the family.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

SAN, Prescott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A nice place to spend a night.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Lindsay

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stunning beach and ocean views. Clean room recently renovated. Amazing staff. Easy walk to nearby restaurants. Good value.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were so lovely and the rooms clean with good amenities . Great location and amazing view .
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025