Title: Kirwan Travel Guide: Best of Kirwan, Townsville Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Kirwan](https://expedia.co.uk/Kirwan-Townsville-Hotels.0-n553248634382329245-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Townsville](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Townsville.d6047631.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Townsville](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Townsville.d6047631.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Kirwan Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Kirwan.d553248634382329245.Car-Hire-Guide)[Kirwan Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Kirwan.d553248634382329245.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Kirwan Travel Guide ## Townsville ![Castle Hill Sunset Townsville](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248634382329245/d2b15eb8-1ed4-4845-9ca8-1575a578df1e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Castle Hill Sunset Townsville](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248634382329245/d2b15eb8-1ed4-4845-9ca8-1575a578df1e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Kirwan Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Townsville travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Townsville.dx6047631) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Magnetic Island Ferry Terminal showing a ferry as well as a small group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6217205/909ffd5c-d6b4-4793-bad9-a5d763257ad7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Magnetic Island Ferry Terminal This easy-to-navigate and very scenic transport hub is the gateway to the beaches, bush walks and wildlife of one of Queensland’s most idyllic islands. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Magnetic-Island-Ferry-Terminal-Townsville.d6217205.Attraction) ![North Queensland Stadium in Railway Estate a suburb of Townsville, Queensland, Australia.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635998020096/df9f5ff0-66e4-47fc-8950-074e9ab2b51d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Queensland Country Bank Stadium Catch an event at Queensland Country Bank Stadium during your trip to Townsville. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Queensland-Country-Bank-Stadium-Railway-Estate.d553248635998020096.Attraction) ![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=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### The Strand Beach Why not spend a care-free afternoon at The Strand Beach during your travels in Townsville? While in this relaxing area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/The-Strand-Beach-Townsville.d553248635936293807.Attraction) ![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=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Castle Hill Catch the sea breezes on this pink granite landmark in the city’s heart and enjoy 360-degree views of the city’s harbor and across to Magnetic Island. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Castle-Hill-Townsville.d6087015.Attraction) ![The Stand overlooking Magnetic Island #sunset #myhome #thisistownsville #queensland ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6217111/f8dfcca5-b415-4727-ae9e-649ae8eb1b5e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Strand Park Strand Park is just one of the places to see in Townsville, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Strand-Park-North-Ward.d553248635044701449.Attraction) ![Queens Gardens showing forest scenes and a park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621526967683/bdd2acd1-9eb3-4991-88ee-56da0400fb50.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Queens Gardens Walk beneath ancient hoop pines, navigate a maze, see the Australian cockatoos or have a picnic in the lush setting of these tropical gardens. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Queens-Gardens-North-Ward.d553248621526967683.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Great insta moments at sunset](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/674158/4878ef6a-83db-4949-a0ce-89807de69cae.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Magnetic Island Sip and Sail Sunset Cruise £71 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/magnetic-island-sip-and-sail-sunset-cruise.a674158.activity-details) ![Townsville City Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49471354/c7bd956c-636c-4d0f-87ea-67ee9e09be77.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Townsville City Tour £38 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/townsville-city-tour.a49471354.activity-details) ![Magnetic Island: Behind the Scenes Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47511506/6e9320f0-8176-4f92-a327-e9d9f195aaf3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Magnetic Island: Behind the Scenes Tour £59 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/magnetic-island-behind-the-scenes-tour.a47511506.activity-details) ![Allied Rock Wallaby - Geoffrey Bay](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1401414/e02ed482-9eb4-4327-9ff4-9d4ac20514aa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Magnetic Island Tour: Maggie Comprehensive £49 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/magnetic-island-tour-maggie-comprehensive.a1401414.activity-details) ![West Coast 4WD Eco Bus Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47101866/6a7b2021-43af-42dd-b746-1e5a603a5037.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Magnetic Island: West Coast Eco Adventure £64 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/magnetic-island-west-coast-eco-adventure.a47101866.activity-details) ![Magnetic Island Sailing Cruise ex Townsville](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47110037/575f85df-98e9-4e44-b5ac-a8eddb2a328d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Magnetic Island Sailing Cruise ex Townsville £138 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/magnetic-island-sailing-cruise-ex-townsville.a47110037.activity-details) [See all activities in Townsville](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Townsville.d6047631.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in Kirwan ![Madison Plaza Townsville](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/70000/62700/62678/300663ad_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Madison Plaza Townsville 409 Flinders St. Townsville QLD £54 9 Feb - 10 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Townsville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ... 7/10 Good! (1,001 reviews) Friendly staff, excellent location Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=09%2F02%2F2026&endDate=10%2F02%2F2026&selected=62678&PinnedHotelID=62678&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248634382329245) ![The Ville Resort - Casino](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/19200/19136/5f992005_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Ville Resort - Casino Sir Leslie Thiess Drive Townsville QLD £116 26 Feb - 27 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury hotel in Townsville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews) Great accommodation Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=26%2F02%2F2026&endDate=27%2F02%2F2026&selected=19136&PinnedHotelID=19136&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248634382329245) ![Aquarius on the Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3960000/3952900/3952853/9e23186c_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Aquarius on the Beach 75 The Strand North Ward QLD £75 15 Feb - 16 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this beach hotel in Townsville. Enjoy free parking, a beach locale and a business centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews) Amazing view, very neat and tidy. Staff always helpful and polite, every time we stay here. Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=15%2F02%2F2026&endDate=16%2F02%2F2026&selected=3952853&PinnedHotelID=3952853&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248634382329245) ![Ardo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99230000/99224400/99224381/e240d86b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Ardo 67 SIR LESLIE THIESS DRIVE Townsville QLD £142 16 Feb - 17 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Townsville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 restaurants. Popular attractions Townsville Entertainment & Convention Centre and Magnetic ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (310 reviews) Easy checkin, Great location and facility. Staff were fantastic Reviewed on 22 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=16%2F02%2F2026&endDate=17%2F02%2F2026&selected=99224381&PinnedHotelID=99224381&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248634382329245) ![Oaks Townsville Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2440000/2437300/2437247/8eaff48b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Oaks Townsville Hotel 81 Palmer Street South Townsville QLD £97 21 Feb - 22 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Townsville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (1,573 reviews) Great apartment that had everything we needed. Comfortable bed. Adequate cooking facilities for simple meals. There was also a dishwasher, washing machine and tumble dryer which we really appreciated! Unfortunately it rained for most of our stay so we couldn’t use the pool but the gym was good. We ... Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=21%2F02%2F2026&endDate=22%2F02%2F2026&selected=2437247&PinnedHotelID=2437247&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248634382329245) ![Grand Hotel and Apartments Townsville](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5100000/5096000/5095912/5ad77688_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Grand Hotel and Apartments Townsville 8-10 Palmer Street South Townsville QLD £84 13 Feb - 14 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury hotel in Townsville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (996 reviews) Great and enjoyable overnight stay Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=14%2F02%2F2026&selected=5095912&PinnedHotelID=5095912&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248634382329245) [See all 694 properties in Kirwan](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=09%2F02%2F2026&endDate=10%2F02%2F2026®ionId=553248634382329245) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ## Check Kirwan hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248634382329245&startDate=2026-02-08&endDate=2026-02-09)[8 Feb - 9 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248634382329245&startDate=2026-02-08&endDate=2026-02-09) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248634382329245&startDate=2026-02-09&endDate=2026-02-10)[9 Feb - 10 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248634382329245&startDate=2026-02-09&endDate=2026-02-10) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248634382329245&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026)[13 Feb - 15 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248634382329245&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026) --- ### Other neighbourhoods around Kirwan ![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) ### Thuringowa Central Unique features of Thuringowa Central include the river views and shopping. Make a stop by Willows Shopping Centre or Riverway Lagoon while you're exploring the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Townsville-Thuringowa-Central.dx6344481) ![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) ### Mount Louisa Mount Louisa might not have many top sights, but Willows Shopping Centre and Riverway Lagoon are two attractions nearby that you can check out. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Townsville-Mount-Louisa.dx553248634382298537) ![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) ### Douglas When in Douglas, you can plan a visit to Townsville Palmetum and Riverway Lagoon, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Townsville-Douglas.dx6348425) ![Townsville CBD and Harbour](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6336682/4241e564-213b-4e41-801c-376353b03874.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Aitkenvale If you're spending time in Aitkenvale, you might enjoy its shopping and restaurants. If you've got time to venture a little farther, you can make a stop by Townsville Palmetum or Murray Sporting Complex. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Townsville-Aitkenvale.dx6336682) ![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) ### Garbutt You'll enjoy the bars and museums in Garbutt. You might want to make time for a stop at Pitstop Karting or Royal Australian Air Force Townsville Museum. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Townsville-Garbutt.dx6336931) ![Palmetum Gardens is one of Townsville’s four Botanical Gardens. It’s a 17 hectare botanic garden displaying one of the largest and most diverse public collections of palms in the world – 300 species of palm, many rare and threatened, and includes most Australian palms.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6353373/a63a6424-59dd-434c-bee7-dde7113b7f18.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Annandale If you're spending some time in Annandale, Townsville Palmetum and Murray Sporting Complex are top sights worth seeing. 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