Title: Stuart Travel Guide: Best of Stuart, Townsville Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Stuart](https://expedia.co.uk/Stuart-Townsville-Hotels.0-n553248634382316561-0.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)[Stuart Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Stuart.d553248634382316561.Car-Hire-Guide)[Stuart Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Stuart.d553248634382316561.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Stuart Travel Guide ## Townsville ## Visit Stuart 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 4/5(1 review) 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 5/5(1 review) 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 4.5/5(3 reviews) 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 4.5/5(2 reviews) 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 Stuart ![BIG4 Townsville Gateway Holiday Park](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102440000/102434000/102433944/526b8a29_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### BIG4 Townsville Gateway Holiday Park 88 Minehane Street Cluden QLD £62 19 Feb - 20 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this holiday park in Townsville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Stuart Creek Nature Refuge and Cluden Racecourse ... 7.4/10 Good! (13 reviews) Spotless room, helpful staff, great stay Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=19%2F02%2F2026&endDate=20%2F02%2F2026&selected=102433944&PinnedHotelID=102433944&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248634382316561) ![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 £55 22 Feb - 23 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! (1,003 reviews) Nice to see it's being refurbished, very convenient for the QLD pinball finals at Empire arcade. Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F02%2F2026&endDate=23%2F02%2F2026&selected=62678&PinnedHotelID=62678&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248634382316561) ![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 4 Mar - 5 Mar 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=04%2F03%2F2026&endDate=05%2F03%2F2026&selected=19136&PinnedHotelID=19136&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248634382316561) ![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 Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay £75 17 Feb - 18 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=17%2F02%2F2026&endDate=18%2F02%2F2026&selected=3952853&PinnedHotelID=3952853&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248634382316561) ![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 £141 19 Feb - 20 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=19%2F02%2F2026&endDate=20%2F02%2F2026&selected=99224381&PinnedHotelID=99224381&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248634382316561) ![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 28 Feb - 1 Mar 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=28%2F02%2F2026&endDate=01%2F03%2F2026&selected=2437247&PinnedHotelID=2437247&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248634382316561) [See all 694 properties in Stuart](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=11%2F02%2F2026&endDate=12%2F02%2F2026®ionId=553248634382316561) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. 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[](https://expedia.co.uk/Townsville-Rosslea.dx6336823) ![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) ![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) ![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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Townsville-Annandale.dx6353373) ![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) ### Mundingburra Mundingburra is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Anderson Park Botanical Gardens and Bush Garden Landcare Site. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Townsville-Mundingburra.dx6342483) --- --- - [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) # Stuart 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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