Strand Motel

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Scored 8
Rated very good

Excellent location!

9.6

About this property

Just 40 metres from The Strand Beach, Strand Motel offers amazing views of Magnetic Island and the Coral Sea. It boasts free WiFi and an outdoor pool. The air-conditioned accommodation 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 particularly like the location — they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • 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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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
2 single beds
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1 large double bed
1 single bed
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1 double bed
Studio via stairs
1 large double bed
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Guests need to meet one or more requirements to stay in this property: proof of full Coronavirus (Covid-19) vaccination, a recent valid negative Coronavirus PCR test, or recent proof of Coronavirus recovery.

Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Carole
Australia Australia
“Friendly and convenient for the Entertainment Centre, beautiful breakfast on the property”
John
Australia Australia
“Ground floor was good. It was quiet day and night. No riff raff around. I liked the little kitchenette. Comfortable bed and pillows. It was close to Coles and restaurants. Close to a superb pub. Close to bus and taxi. A wonderful oldies Seaview...”
Natasha
Australia Australia
“Great communication & clear instructions for check-in Friendly helpful staff Clean room Great location close to everything I came for”
Lenny
Australia Australia
“Location is great, with close eating places. The owners are great nothing is a hassle & make you feel very welcome.”
Catherine
Australia Australia
“Great location with sea views across to Magnetic Island. Friendly staff and comfortable room.”
Alecia
Australia Australia
“secure, ground floor, water pressure n shower big, plenty of room space and quiet”
Luc
Belgium Belgium
“Great location, friendly staff and very convenient.”
Karen
Australia Australia
“I like everything about staying at the Strand Motel, the Staff are great,anything you need they will help. Have been there for 3 years in a row. Close to everything eg.Restaurants, Beach front and Coles just around the corner. Definitely recommend.”
Richard
Australia Australia
“The Strand Motel is in great location opposite the beach and just short stroll to eateries, cafes and the supermarket. I found the room to be very clean. Robin and Gary and their staff were friendly and really helpful.”
Sue
Australia Australia
“What a great find this place was. Right on The Strand. A small balcony with views right of the water and Magnetic Island, and left, of Castle Hill. Well equiped and laid-out room - functional and clean.”

Property surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
Strand View Cafe
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Brunch
  • Ambiance
    Family friendly • Traditional

House rules

Strand Motel takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 14:00 to 18:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 08:00 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not 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

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo identification 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 in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

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

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

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

It is not possible to stay at this property for Coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine purposes.

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