Title: Treat yourself, fun in the sun and a great view. Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire apartment # Treat yourself, fun in the sun and a great view. Beachfront apartment for sun and fun ## Photo gallery for Treat yourself, fun in the sun and a great view. ![Smart TV - Treat yourself, fun in the sun and a great view. (North Ward)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91290000/91287000/91286950/aeec2740.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets - Treat yourself, fun in the sun and a great view. (North Ward)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91290000/91287000/91286950/1b30e005.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Treat yourself, fun in the sun and a great view. (North Ward)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91290000/91287000/91286950/8d5d4995.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Pool - Treat yourself, fun in the sun and a great view. (North Ward)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91290000/91287000/91286950/020e427b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Treat yourself, fun in the sun and a great view. (North Ward)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91290000/91287000/91286950/9fd14dd4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies The Aquarius on the Beach offers a tranquil retreat with direct access to the ocean, just steps from your doorstep. Unwind in this comfortable studio featuring a 40-inch TV with Netflix and fast WiFi, or take in panoramic views of the ocean and islands from your balcony. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire apartment 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2 ## Popular amenities - Ocean view - Pool - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Free Wi-Fi ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Treat yourself, fun in the sun and a great view. Fantastic views, the ocean at your doorstep and loads of great food and drink options all within walking distance. Limited FREE on site parking is available. A good bar and restaurant are both located on the bottom of the complex. Close to the nightclub district, Magnetic Island Ferry Terminal and also the Casino complex. Building is The Aquarius on the Beach. This is a privately owned unit within the complex, we are not affiliated with Aquarius management. Direct beach access, less than 100m from the front door of the complex, all photos taken within the unit. Free unlimited and fast 100Mbps Wifi, 40 inch TV with free Netflix, Prime Video and Kayo. Unrestricted panoramic Ocean and Island Views from the balcony. Clean and comfortable, 24 hour Hassle Free Self check-in. All linen plus pool towels. Queen size Bed. Coffee Plunger and coffee/tea. Fully Air Conditioned, quiet split system Bathroom within the studio. Comfortable 2 seater couch. Full size fridge/freezer. Basic Kitchenette, consists of a microwave, toaster, kettle and a sandwich grill. Cutlery and crockery. Laundry basket and laundry detergent. Full laundry with plenty of washing machines and dryers located on the first floor (coin laundry wash $4) On site complex Pool with sun lounges. Companies looking to accommodate workers are welcome. Longer stays possible, please enquire. ## Property amenities ### Beach - On the beach - Beach towels ### Pool/Spa - Communal pool ### Internet - Available in the apartment: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchenette - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Microwave - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Lift (152 centimetre wide door) - Thin carpet in public areas - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near the bay - Near the ocean ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Property does not allow children ## Similar properties ![1 bedroom, WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90860000/90850900/90850844/27e46d46.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Beautiful Beachfront location. 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EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit 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 On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ## About the area Located on the beach, this apartment is in North Ward, a neighbourhood in Townsville. Jezzine Barracks and Perc Tucker Regional Gallery are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Strand Waterpark and ReefHQ. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Townsville Entertainment & Convention Centre or Queensland Country Bank Stadium. [Visit our Townsville travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Townsville.dx6047631) [View more Apartments in Townsville](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Townsville-Apartments.d6047631-aaApartments.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-19.24774%2C146.81220&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=riBhRqUye1HVRdumCDG-lHQBl1s=) North Ward, QLD ### What's nearby - ![The Strand featuring a garden and tropical scenes as well as a small group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6217104/70a9b4f6-672a-4b39-adcd-81de58865e28.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) The Strand Beach 1 min walk \- 0.0 miles - ![The Stand overlooking Magnetic Island #sunset #myhome #thisistownsville #queensland ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6217111/f8dfcca5-b415-4727-ae9e-649ae8eb1b5e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Strand Park 1 min walk \- 0.1 miles - ![Queens Gardens showing a park and forest scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621526967683/38880005-919a-49fc-aea6-99855204890e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Queens Gardens 7 min walk \- 0.4 miles - ![Castle Hill which includes a small town or village, general coastal views and landscape views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6087015/b0bc7c3f-248b-4037-b264-a953fd2b567c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Castle Hill 13 min walk \- 0.7 miles - Townsville Sports Reserve 8 min walk \- 0.5 miles ### Getting around - Townsville Station 9 min drive - Townsville, QLD (TSV) 15 min drive ### Restaurants - Cafe Spuntino 20 min walk - Tobruk Kiosk 12 min walk - Tide Cafe 6 min walk - Shorehouse 13 min walk - Watermark Townsville 4 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Treat yourself, fun in the sun and a great view. have a pool? ### Is Treat yourself, fun in the sun and a great view. pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Treat yourself, fun in the sun and a great view.? ### What time is check-in at Treat yourself, fun in the sun and a great view.? ### What time is check-out at Treat yourself, fun in the sun and a great view.? ### Where is Treat yourself, fun in the sun and a great view. located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Treat yourself, fun in the sun and a great view. Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 8 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ### 10 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Paul F. 19 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Great location and apartment was exactly as it was photographed. Darryl fantastic to work with. Always a prompt reply.Would highly recommend to others. ##### Paul F. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Vanessa 8 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication I absolutely loved my stay - impeccibly clean, lots of coffee and tea to keep me going. Thank you for the welcome nibbles :) was a pleasure and I will definitely stay here again on my next visit to townsville. Best view on the strand! ##### Vanessa Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sherena 3 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Darryl and Julie provided great communication ahead of time about how to access the unit and information about my stay. I really enjoyed my time here, it was a cozy location and definitely somewhere I would look to book again or recommend to others due to its location and ease of access. ##### Sherena Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sue T. 11 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Visit January 2025 The location of the apartment was ideal with a great view across The Strand to Magnetic Island and access to lots of local attractions, including shops, restaurants, parks and the beach. We were pleasantly surprised with the additional small touches on our arrival - fresh fruit, chocolates, milk and tea/coffee. Our hosts were very quick to respond when the kettle died and immediately organised a replacement. Overall a very comfortable and well serviced apartment. ##### Sue T. Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cassie P. 6 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Exploring Townsville So much to do and a great base to stay. ##### Cassie P. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lauren 27 Mar 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Good location. Clean. Had everything we needed. ##### Lauren Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Randall S. 28 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy You can’t beat the location. The hosts were a real pleasure too. ##### Randall S. 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