Title: North Ward Travel Guide: Best of North Ward, Townsville Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in North Ward](https://expedia.co.uk/North-Ward-Townsville-Hotels.0-n6217111-0.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)[North Ward Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-North-Ward.d6217111.Car-Hire-Guide)[North Ward Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/North-Ward.d6217111.Holidays-City-Breaks) # North Ward Travel Guide ## Townsville ![Queens Gardens showing forest scenes and a park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621526967683/bdd2acd1-9eb3-4991-88ee-56da0400fb50.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Queens Gardens showing forest scenes and a park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621526967683/bdd2acd1-9eb3-4991-88ee-56da0400fb50.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Queens Gardens showing forests](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621526967683/516d4602-995d-4d0e-84a6-45270ae848ea.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Queens Gardens which includes wild flowers](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621526967683/ac959869-eb6a-43e0-a201-5c2ebf68c8fe.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Queens Gardens which includes bird life](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621526967683/0068f0f5-c8b6-4a3c-b25e-40a6b208a687.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit North Ward Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Townsville travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Townsville.dx6047631) --- ### Popular places to visit ![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) ![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) ![Townsville featuring military items and heritage elements](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532611191/4e836b83-7c11-44a3-a1e4-2f231024feac.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Jezzine Barracks You can browse the exhibits at Jezzine Barracks, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to North Ward. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Jezzine-Barracks-Queensland.d553248633859868695.Attraction) ![Army Museum North Queensland which includes interior views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532611191/d311166b-e0a6-4c1a-ae86-11771a0d4ac4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Army Museum North Queensland Discover the fascinating stories of the Australian Army in North Queensland when you explore the history displays at the Jezzine Barracks at Kissing Point. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Army-Museum-North-Queensland-North-Ward.d553248621532611191.Attraction) #### Townsville Sports Reserve You can take time to visit Townsville Sports Reserve during your travels to Townsville. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Townsville-Sports-Reserve-North-Ward.d553248635998044643.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 £69 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 £37 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 £57 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/magnetic-island-behind-the-scenes-tour.a47511506.activity-details) ![Aquascene Circumnavigation Magnetic Island Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47639949/7a46fe42-b0b6-4ed1-b826-852fe1d0e340.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Aquascene Circumnavigation Magnetic Island Tour £79 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/aquascene-circumnavigation-magnetic-island-tour.a47639949.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 £47 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 £62 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/magnetic-island-west-coast-eco-adventure.a47101866.activity-details) [See all activities in Townsville](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Townsville.d6047631.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in North Ward ![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 £74 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=6217111) ![Shoredrive Motel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9626300/9626256/95e54d83_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Shoredrive Motel 117 The Strand North Ward QLD Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay £55 22 Feb - 23 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this beach motel in Townsville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ... 8/10 Very Good! (645 reviews) Clean room. Close to beach Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F02%2F2026&endDate=23%2F02%2F2026&selected=9626256&PinnedHotelID=9626256&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6217111) ![Madison Ocean Breeze](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31820000/31819400/31819322/9eaa5942_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Madison Ocean Breeze 81 Mitchell Street North Ward QLD £80 19 Feb - 20 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this beach aparthotel in Townsville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (596 reviews) Courteous staff and clean well furnished though old rooms Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=19%2F02%2F2026&endDate=20%2F02%2F2026&selected=31819322&PinnedHotelID=31819322&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6217111) ![Beach House Motel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7520000/7517700/7517671/e8313455_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Beach House Motel 66 The Strand North Ward QLD £71 12 Feb - 13 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this beach motel in Townsville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (519 reviews) Excellent stay very close to all amenities and all staff are so friendly definitely stay again in near future with my family. Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=12%2F02%2F2026&endDate=13%2F02%2F2026&selected=7517671&PinnedHotelID=7517671&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6217111) ![QCWA Kissing Point Units ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111170000/111164000/111163934/02888802_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### QCWA Kissing Point Units 116 The Strand North Ward QLD £80 8 Feb - 9 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this beach aparthotel in Townsville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Strand Rockpool and Jezzine Barracks are located ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (85 reviews) The room was clean and accommodating. Aircon was on when we arrived which was a nice touch. Check in and reception very friendly and easy. Great location . Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=08%2F02%2F2026&endDate=09%2F02%2F2026&selected=111163934&PinnedHotelID=111163934&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6217111) ![Quest Townsville on Eyre](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9626800/9626780/9b34edbc_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Quest Townsville on Eyre 19-21 Leichhardt Street North Ward QLD £80 13 Feb - 14 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Townsville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the property condition in their ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (285 reviews) Rooms clean and well maintained. Good experience. Would come back for our overnight stays near the Strand. Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=14%2F02%2F2026&selected=9626780&PinnedHotelID=9626780&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6217111) [See all 698 properties in North Ward](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=08%2F02%2F2026&endDate=09%2F02%2F2026®ionId=6217111) 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 North Ward hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6217111&startDate=2026-02-07&endDate=2026-02-08)[7 Feb - 8 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6217111&startDate=2026-02-07&endDate=2026-02-08) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6217111&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=6217111&startDate=2026-02-08&endDate=2026-02-09) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6217111&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=6217111&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026) --- ### Other neighbourhoods around North Ward ![The Strand which includes a sunset, hiking or walking and a garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6217104/2d1657d8-241b-402b-8ce1-b417eab85507.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### The Strand The beaches and abundant dining options are top of the list for many visitors to The Strand. A stop by The Strand Beach or Strand Waterpark might round out your trip. [](https://expedia.co.uk/The-Strand.dx6217104) ![Castle Hill showing general coastal views and a city](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6087015/44d41f39-32a6-4953-b517-a4b8f6848216.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Castle Hill Castle Hill is well liked for its parks. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Townsville area, you might plan a trip to Townsville Sports Reserve or The Strand Beach. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Townsville-Castle-Hill.dx553248634382330649) ![South Townsville showing heritage elements and interior views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6217153/a9da3cf4-07c0-4f21-bf31-5e5edc0b5946.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Townsville-South-Townsville.dx6217153) ![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) ### West End Travellers like the historical sites in West End, and National Trust Heritage Centre is a top attraction you might want to visit. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Townsville-West-End.dx6342482) ![One of the views on castle hill steps ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248634382298262/ea0dcb8b-9b9e-4112-990e-bc8dc55bc4e4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Railway Estate While visiting Railway Estate, you might make a stop by sights like Reid Park Street Circuit and Queensland Country Bank Stadium. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Townsville-Railway-Estate.dx553248634382298262) ![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) ### Hermit Park Hermit Park is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can plan an outing to Reid Park Street Circuit and Queensland Country Bank Stadium while you're in town. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Townsville-Hermit-Park.dx6336760) --- --- - [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) # North Ward 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. Scan the QR code with your device camera and download our app