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Our top choices for Shelly Beach hotels

A pool area with lounge chairs, a fountain, and palm trees at dusk.

1. Seahaven Resort

Seahaven Resort
3.0 star property
4.9 mi from Shelly Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (268 reviews)
"Really good place to stay with children. Close to the strand and restaurants around."
Australia
Barbara Ratton
The price is £71
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Seahaven Resort
A pool area with a hot tub, lounge chairs, and umbrellas. There are palm trees and a building with a bar area in the background.

2. Mercure Townsville

Mercure Townsville
3.5 star property
Currajong, 6.2 mi from Shelly Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Loved the gardens and outdoor areas to sit. Very friendly staff. Great amenities."
Australia
tania
The price is £84
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Mercure Townsville
A row of small, single-story cabins with blue railings and orange roofs, situated on a gravel road with a palm tree in the foreground.

3. BIG4 Tasman Holiday Parks - Rowes Bay

BIG4 Tasman Holiday Parks - Rowes Bay
3.0 star property
4.5 mi from Shelly Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (265 reviews)
"Clean cabin right on waterfront, Enjoyed stay."
Australia
Wendy
The price is £61
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
BIG4 Tasman Holiday Parks - Rowes Bay
A pool area with a wooden deck, lounge chairs, and a covered seating area surrounded by trees.

4. Bounce Magnetic Island

Bounce Magnetic Island
3.0 star property
8.2 mi from Shelly Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (80 reviews)
"This is an excellent place to experience a tropical island. Peaceful relaxing and a friendly happy atmosphere. Staff were great, amenities were clean facilities like bar pool and kitchen really good."
Australia
Robert
The price is £69
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Bounce Magnetic Island
A hotel room with two beds, a large window with curtains, a wall-mounted air conditioner, and a large abstract painting.

5. Nightcap at Dalrymple Hotel

Nightcap at Dalrymple Hotel
3.0 star property
Garbutt, 6.1 mi from Shelly Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (178 reviews)
"Comfortable and clean good value accommodations "
Australia
Gary
The price is £71
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Nightcap at Dalrymple Hotel
A living room with a navy blue sofa, two white cushions, a beige throw blanket, a round side table with a lamp, and two framed pictures of palm trees on the wall.

6. Beachfront Home Townsville

Beachfront Home Townsville
4.0 star property
1.7 mi from Shelly Beach
The price is £386
includes taxes & fees
10 Oct - 11 Oct
Beachfront Home Townsville
A two-story house with a covered porch, surrounded by lush tropical vegetation and a stone retaining wall.

7. True North Bed & Breakfast

True North Bed & Breakfast
3.5 star property
8.1 mi from Shelly Beach
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (129 reviews)
"Large, very well-equipped room with a nice private screened deck area. Spectacular breakfasts."
United States
Woody
The price is £98
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
True North Bed & Breakfast
A coastal view with a promenade, palm trees, and a distant cityscape.

8. QCWA Kissing Point Units

QCWA Kissing Point Units
3.5 star property
The Strand, 5.1 mi from Shelly Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (126 reviews)
"Great place to stay. Beautiful clean, spacious, self contained units with ample parking space. Beautiful location with a killer view!"
Australia
Paulette
The price is £111
includes taxes & fees
24 Oct - 25 Oct
QCWA Kissing Point Units
A beach with a palm tree and boats on the sand.

9. Shoredrive Motel

Shoredrive Motel
3.5 star property
The Strand, 5.1 mi from Shelly Beach
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (699 reviews)
"Property was within walking distance of a selection of eateries"
Australia
Steve
The price is £64
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Shoredrive Motel
A modern indoor pool area with lounge chairs, a pool table, and a seating area with a hat and sunglasses on a tray.

10. Grand Hotel and Apartments Townsville

Grand Hotel and Apartments Townsville
4.5 star property
South Townsville, 6.6 mi from Shelly Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (999 reviews)
"Helped us heaps with a last minute schedule change for a work commitment. Great rooms and location, book here again."
Australia
Kelvin
The price is £89
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Grand Hotel and Apartments Townsville
A balcony with a table and chairs overlooking a beach and the ocean.

11. Aquarius on the Beach

Aquarius on the Beach
4.0 star property
The Strand, 5.6 mi from Shelly Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Great location and good value for the money"
Australia
Adrian
The price is £88
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Aquarius on the Beach
An outdoor cafe with wooden tables and chairs, a BISTRO sign, and a view of the street.

12. Hotel Allen

Hotel Allen
3.0 star property
North Ward, 5.9 mi from Shelly Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (34 reviews)
"Wonderful staff, very nice well equipped room, comfortable beds and good shower."
Australia
Nola
The price is £68
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Hotel Allen
A poolside area with sun loungers and umbrellas, overlooking a calm sea with boats.

13. Ardo

Ardo
5.0 star property
6.3 mi from Shelly Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (373 reviews)
"Friendly staff. Clean room. Nice location."
Australia
Eduard
The price is £138
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Ardo

14. Avenues Xchange

Avenues Xchange
1.0 star property
Hermit Park, 7.3 mi from Shelly Beach
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (98 reviews)
"Great staff, beautiful house"
Australia
Zoe
The price is £37
includes taxes & fees
24 Oct - 25 Oct
Avenues Xchange
A pool area with lounge chairs and a stone wall seating area.

15. Rambutan Resort

Rambutan Resort
5.0 star property
6.5 mi from Shelly Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (880 reviews)
"Staff very pleasant and helpful. We enjoyed our stay"
United Kingdom
Sophie
The price is £68
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Rambutan Resort
A spacious lobby with a central seating area, a staircase, and a view of the dining area.

16. Hotel Grand Chancellor Townsville

Hotel Grand Chancellor Townsville
4.5 star property
6.5 mi from Shelly Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Friendly staff. Clean rooms. Convenient location close to stadium and town centre."
Australia
Brendon
The price is £81
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Hotel Grand Chancellor Townsville
A balcony with a table and chairs, offering a view of the ocean and palm trees.

17. Madison Ocean Breeze

Madison Ocean Breeze
3.5 star property
The Strand, 5.7 mi from Shelly Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (638 reviews)
"Clean, great location, comfortable beds, lovely welcoming and helpful staff. Cafes and restaurants, supermarket close by. Great spot to stay for the night."
Australia
Diana
The price is £82
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Madison Ocean Breeze
A beachfront hotel with a covered outdoor seating area, a reception desk, and a view of the ocean.

18. Beach House Motel

Beach House Motel
3.5 star property
The Strand, 5.8 mi from Shelly Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (561 reviews)
"Would highly recommend this property if your going to the area."
United States
Margaret
The price is £78
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Beach House Motel
A modern dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a bar area with stools, and large windows providing natural light.

19. The Palmer Collective

The Palmer Collective
4.0 star property
South Townsville, 6.7 mi from Shelly Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (874 reviews)
"We thoroughly enjoyed our stay."
Australia
Karen
The price is £86
includes taxes & fees
24 Oct - 25 Oct
The Palmer Collective
A beachfront property with a wooden structure, a balcony, and a view of the ocean and hills.

20. Nomads Magnetic Island - Hostel

Nomads Magnetic Island - Hostel
2.0 star property
5.9 mi from Shelly Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (67 reviews)
"Friendly staff and amazing views !!"
Australia
Evyenia
The price is £163
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
Nomads Magnetic Island - Hostel
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Where to stay in Shelly Beach

Find the best Shelly Beach areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A beach with palm trees and a sunset.

The Strand

Go for a swim, enjoy a meal with a view, take a Jet Ski tour or just stroll beneath the palm trees on Townsville’s scenic waterfront.

A beach with palm trees and boats.
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North Ward

North Ward is known for its beaches, and you can plan a trip to Strand Waterpark and The Strand Beach while you're in town.

A wooden sign for the Maritime Museum of Townsville.

South Townsville

Visitors highly recommend South Townsville for its abundant dining options, and you can make a stop by Maritime Museum of Townsville while you're in town.

A mountain with a sunset in the background and modern buildings in the foreground.

West End

Travellers like the historical sites in West End, and National Trust Heritage Centre is a top attraction you might want to visit.

A coastal cityscape with a prominent hill, a lighthouse, and a large body of water.

Kirwan

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Kirwan and surrounding area, you can visit Willows Shopping Centre and Riverway Lagoon.

Top Shelly Beach Hotel Reviews

Seahaven Resort

Seahaven Resort

8/10 Good
"Room was clean and very well presented upon arrival. Pool was fantastic size and conveniently located near room. There was also a small playground on site which was great for the kids. We had daily housekeeping but they only changed the towels beds weren’t made and floor wasn’t cleaned and the restaurant was undergoing renovations so we weren’t able to use it."
Elizabeth 4-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
Seahaven Resort

Frequently asked questions

When is the best time to go to Shelly Beach?
The best time to go to Shelly Beach is during the dry season, from May to October, when the weather is consistently pleasant and ideal for outdoor activities.

During these months, you can expect warm, sunny days with average temperatures ranging from 20°C to 25°C, and lower humidity. This makes it great for enjoying the beach, swimming, snorkelling, or exploring the coastal walking trails. The ocean is generally calm, offering excellent conditions for water sports.

Couples looking for a relaxing escape will appreciate the comfortable climate for romantic strolls along the shore or dining outdoors without the intensity of the summer heat. The cooler evenings are also lovely for enjoying a drink with a view.

Families will find this period particularly suitable as the stable weather allows for uninterrupted beach days and exploring the rock pools at low tide.
Can I cancel my hotel reservation on Expedia?
You can cancel your hotel reservation on Expedia, though it depends on the cancellation policy of your booking. Most bookings are refundable if canceled within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. Be sure to check your booking confirmation for the exact cancellation policy. If free cancellation is available, you can cancel directly through your Expedia account by logging in, going to "My Trips", and selecting your reservation. To find flexible deals, filter your search by "Fully refundable property" for hotels in Shelly Beach.
How much is the nightly rate at a Shelly Beach hotel?
Hotel prices in Shelly Beach often vary, but you can find a great deal on Expedia. Different factors affect nightly hotel rates, such as the time of year or the days of the week you want to book. To find the best deals for your stay, be flexible with your dates, and sort search results by "Price: low to high" for our cheapest rates.

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