Strand Motel

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Scored 8.1
Rated very good

Excellent location!

9.6

Just 131 feet from The Strand Beach, Strand Motel offers amazing views of Magnetic Island and the Coral Sea. It features free WiFi and an outdoor pool. The air-conditioned accommodations features a kitchenette or kitchen with a microwave, a refrigerator and tea and coffee making facilities. Each room type has a flat-screen TV with cable channels. Strand Motel Townsville is located on The Strand, 15 minutes' walk from The Great Barrier Reef Aquarium. The Billabong Sanctuary is a 20-minute drive, and Magnetic Island is a 35-minute drive away. Coles Supermarket is just to the rear of the property, while a children's water park is 5 minutes' away, along The Strand.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Beachfront
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

Free Private Parking Available On Site

Availability

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Guests must meet one or more requirements to stay in this property: Proof of full Covid-19 vaccination, a recent valid negative coronavirus PCR test, or recent proof of coronavirus recovery.

Guest reviews

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Warren
Australia Australia
“location was excellent for shopping mall and restaurants and lovely sit on foreshore, walking distance to pool etc, not far from city centre and Cowboys stadium”
Robyn
Australia Australia
“Location and scenery looking over the ocean, staff were helpful and bed was comfortable.”
Jimmy
Australia Australia
“The laid back atmosphere of the whole venue was a breath of fresh air and have not met a happier owner operator as we did she was lovely and very funny”
Michelle
Australia Australia
“On the waterfront, The Strand Motel was clean and comfortable, perfect for an overnight stay to break up our trip north.”
Carolyn
Australia Australia
“Robyn, the receptionist was outstanding, very friendly and helpful. Room was immaculately clean, one of the cleanest I have stayed in, a basic room, good price, bed was very comfortable. Great location, lots of eateries around. Seaview pub on the...”
Kathleen
United States United States
“I don't normally take the time to write reviews because I travel so much and stay at so many hotels. But honestly this place was amazing. The location couldn't have been more perfect, the manager was super friendly and helpful, and the grocery...”
Stuart
United States United States
“This was my second time staying at the Strand Motel. Come to Townsville to visit family and just relax. Strand Motel is quiet, affordable and close to all The Strand has to offer.”
Deborah
United States United States
“Comfy clean room. Very quiet. Close ton everything. Highly recommend. Bit small but location is great”
Kim
Australia Australia
“The staff were so friendly and helpful. They were able to accommodate an early arrival for a funeral. They were so good with pointing out alternative parking if the spot was filled. The room was clean and you could smell how clean it was upon...”
Jennifer
Australia Australia
“Management was kind enough to grant us a very early check-in due to the bad weather... I'm sure that's not always possible, but it shows flexibility and care for their customers. We appreciated it so much.. And the beach view! Our room was...”

Area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
Strand View Cafe
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Brunch
  • Ambience
    Family-friendly • Traditional

Amenities of Strand Motel

Great facilities! Review score, 8

Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Beachfront
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant

House rules

Strand Motel takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Strand Motel of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property currently isn't accepting guests from certain countries on dates where such guidelines exist.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property can only accept bookings from essential workers/permitted travelers on dates where such guidelines exist. Reasonable evidence must be provided on arrival. If it isn't provided, your booking will be canceled on arrival.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary, and other relevant info on dates where such guidelines exist.

It's not possible to stay at this property for coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine purposes.

Guests must meet one or more requirements to stay in this property: Proof of full Covid-19 vaccination, a recent valid negative coronavirus PCR test, or recent proof of coronavirus recovery.

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