Title: Hodgson Vale Travel Guide: Best of Hodgson Vale, Toowoomba Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Hodgson Vale](https://expedia.co.uk/Hodgson-Vale-Toowoomba-Hotels.0-n553248634382338622-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Toowoomba](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Toowoomba.d553248635023559422.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Hodgson Vale Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Hodgson-Vale.d553248634382338622.Car-Hire-Guide)[Hodgson Vale Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Hodgson-Vale.d553248634382338622.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Hodgson Vale Travel Guide ## Toowoomba ## Visit Hodgson Vale Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Toowoomba travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Toowoomba.dx553248635023559422) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Queens Park featuring a park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6148103/6d2854c3-6671-4873-a7a9-c58ee358a08d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Queens Park Queens Park is just one of the places to see in Toowoomba, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Visit the area's spas or simply enjoy its cafes. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Queens-Park-East-Toowoomba.d6148103.Attraction) ![Empire Theatre](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532609921/d7158b05-e99c-4f84-a15a-63745c452cc5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Empire Theatre You can get tickets for a performance at Empire Theatre on your trip to Toowoomba. Wander around the gardens or enjoy the area's cafes. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Empire-Theatre-Toowoomba.d553248621532609921.Attraction) ![Cobb & Co Museum showing signage](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532609922/fe60cf0c-a4dd-45e1-bbdb-13710000838b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cobb & Co Museum You can spend time studying the exhibits at Cobb & Co Museum in Toowoomba. Visit the area's spas or simply enjoy its cafes. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cobb-Co-Museum-East-Toowoomba.d553248621532609922.Attraction) ![Laurel Bank Park showing flowers and a garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532609920/cfd04d73-dbc4-474a-9682-5676d00b8e3d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Laurel Bank Park After visiting Laurel Bank Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Toowoomba. Wander around the gardens or enjoy the area's cafes. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Laurel-Bank-Park-Toowoomba.d553248621532609920.Attraction) ![Ju Raku En. It's open from 0700-dusk daily and has a donation tin at the gate for entry. There are chairs, picnic tables and huts scattered around, as well as plenty of rock or grass options to take a seat and ponder life](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621558141385/db56f678-47d4-4dff-aae5-97e061745ee9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### University of Southern Queensland Explore the campus of University of Southern Queensland as part of your travels around Toowoomba. While you're in the area, wander around the parks. [](https://expedia.co.uk/University-Of-Southern-Queensland-Toowoomba.d710254009987592192.Attraction) ![Japanese Gardens featuring a pond, a bridge and a park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621558141385/a9913a44-6922-4543-b246-4b1cf8b9ab1e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Japanese Gardens Explore the great outdoors at Japanese Gardens, a lovely green space in Toowoomba. Wander around the gardens or enjoy the area's cafes. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Japanese-Gardens-Darling-Heights.d553248621558141385.Attraction) --- ## Top hotels in Hodgson Vale ![Stylish 2 Bedroom Guesthouse](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88910000/88904600/88904552/2ce7a3c3_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Stylish 2 Bedroom Guesthouse Hodgson Vale QLD Stay at this holiday home in Toowoomba. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Hodgsonvale Lions Park and Panoramic Drive Park ... 10/10 Exceptional! (5 reviews) Great stay lovely place, lovely owners Reviewed on 7 Oct 2025 [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=25%2F03%2F2026&endDate=26%2F03%2F2026&selected=88904552&PinnedHotelID=88904552&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248634382338622) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=25%2F03%2F2026&endDate=26%2F03%2F2026&selected=88904552&PinnedHotelID=88904552&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248634382338622) ![Burke and Wills Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/90000/84300/84269/a644bfde_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Burke and Wills Hotel 554 Ruthven Street Toowoomba QLD £126 1 Apr - 2 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury hotel in Toowoomba. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (885 reviews) Very comfortable stay Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=01%2F04%2F2026&endDate=02%2F04%2F2026&selected=84269&PinnedHotelID=84269&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248634382338622) ![Highlander Motor Inn & Apartments](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4540000/4536100/4536072/9baa9f4d_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Highlander Motor Inn & Apartments 226-228 James Street South Toowoomba QLD £78 20 Mar - 21 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this motel in Toowoomba. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (662 reviews) Yes all good Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=20%2F03%2F2026&endDate=21%2F03%2F2026&selected=4536072&PinnedHotelID=4536072&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248634382338622) ![Platinum International](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2190000/2184300/2184231/e5df9427_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Platinum International 326 James Street Harristown QLD £91 20 Mar - 21 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly motel in Toowoomba. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (751 reviews) All good but the breakfast didn’t look great but I didn’t try it Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=20%2F03%2F2026&endDate=21%2F03%2F2026&selected=2184231&PinnedHotelID=2184231&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248634382338622) ![Applegum Inn](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/70000/64800/64705/90564589_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Applegum Inn 41 Margaret Street East Toowoomba QLD £80 17 Mar - 18 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this motel in Toowoomba. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (575 reviews) Clean and close to city area Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=17%2F03%2F2026&endDate=18%2F03%2F2026&selected=64705&PinnedHotelID=64705&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248634382338622) ![Quest Toowoomba](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10450000/10440100/10440088/2812ae50_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Quest Toowoomba 133 Margaret Street Toowoomba QLD £118 29 Mar - 30 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Toowoomba. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (278 reviews) Looks like very much historical building. And quite clean room which have a all kitchen utility. But no bottle of water or water fountain at all. 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[](https://expedia.co.uk/Toowoomba-Vale-View.dx553248634382331485) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Middle Ridge While visiting Middle Ridge, you might make a stop by sights like Toowoomba Golf Club and Glen Lomond Park. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Toowoomba-Middle-Ridge.dx553248634382414109) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Kearneys Spring Kearneys Spring is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Murray Clewett Wetlands and Rhonda Thorne Oval. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Toowoomba-Kearneys-Spring.dx553248634382397300) ![Ju Raku En. It's open from 0700-dusk daily and has a donation tin at the gate for entry. There are chairs, picnic tables and huts scattered around, as well as plenty of rock or grass options to take a seat and ponder life](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621558141385/db56f678-47d4-4dff-aae5-97e061745ee9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Darling Heights Travellers like the parks in Darling Heights, and Japanese Gardens is a top attraction you might want to visit. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Toowoomba-Darling-Heights.dx553248634382281563) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Drayton Though Drayton may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like DownsSteam Tourist Railway and Museum and Japanese Gardens. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Toowoomba-Drayton.dx553248634382339549) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Centenary Heights While Centenary Heights isn't home to many top sights, Toowoomba Plaza and City Golf Club are some notable places to visit nearby. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Toowoomba-Centenary-Heights.dx553248634382442065) --- --- - [Stays](?pwaLob=wizard-hotel-pwa-v2) - [Packages](?pwaLob=wizard-package-pwa) - [Flights](?pwaLob=wizard-flight-pwa) - [Things to do](?pwaLob=wizard-lx-pwa) - [Cruises](?pwaLob=wizard-cruise-pwa) - [Cars](?pwaLob=wizard-car-pwa) # Hodgson Vale Travel Guide ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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