Aquarius on the Beach

4.0 star property

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A balcony with a table and chairs overlooking a beach and the ocean.
A coastal resort with a beach, a pier, and a tennis court.
A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a kitchenette.
A pool area with a view of the ocean and palm trees.
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Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Business services
  • Housekeeping
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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75 The Strand, North Ward, QLD, 4810
  • Place, Strand Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, The Strand Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Castle Hill
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Townsville, QLD (TSV)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

Beach View Level 1 - 9

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(107 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Executive Beach View Level 4 - 9

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(52 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Beach View Level 10 - 13

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Executive Beach View Level 1 - 3

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(36 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Executive Corner Beach View level 1 - 13

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Executive Beach View Level 10 - 13

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(48 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About this property

Aquarius on the Beach

This smoke-free hotel features an outdoor pool, a business center, and conference space. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a garden, a TV in a common area, and a vending machine are onsite.
Aquarius on the Beach offers 120 air-conditioned accommodations with hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. Rooms open to balconies. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Accommodations at this 4-star hotel have kitchenettes with microwaves and cookware/dishes/utensils.

Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers and complimentary toiletries. 40-inch LCD televisions come with digital channels. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.

Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision.

Our customers tell us they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Aquarius on the Beach. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from The Strand Beach. Features include free WiFi in public areas and free self parking, plus an outdoor pool.
  • Free WiFi in some public areas
  • Free self parking
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool
  • Amenities include a business center, a meeting room, and conference space
  • Guests have great things to say about the clean accommodations and the helpful staff
  • Steps from Strand Park and a 3-minute drive from Magnetic Island Ferry Terminal
Public spaces have free WiFi. A business center and a meeting room are available. An outdoor pool, a terrace, and a vending machine are also featured at Aquarius on the Beach. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 4-star Townsville hotel is smoke free.


Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking within 200 metres
  • Street parking available
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Conference space
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • On the boardwalk/promenade
  • On the waterfront
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Lift (99 centimetre wide door)

More

  • 13 floors
  • Built in 1972
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch LCD TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2.48 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open Monday - Friday (8:00 AM - 7:00 PM) and Saturday - Sunday (8:00 AM - 6:00 PM)
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: AUD 200.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • Breakage deposit: AUD 200 per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.48 percent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
This property's front desk is open during the following times:
  • Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
WiFi is limited to 250 MB of data per guestroom, per day. Fees apply for additional usage.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 6 AM to 8:00 PM.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property class

This property has been awarded a star rating from the Australian Star Ratings Agency, Star Ratings Australia.

Property is also known as

Aquarius on the Beach Hotel
Aquarius Beach Hotel Townsville
Aquarius Beach Townsville
Aquarius On The Beach Hotel Townsville
Aquarius Beach Hotel North Ward
Aquarius Beach North Ward
Aquarius on the Beach North Ward
Aquarius on the Beach Hotel North Ward

Aquarius on the Beach Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 528 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 320 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 108 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 28 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 22 out of 1006 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Leonie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place to stay, will definitely be back!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Joel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location, clean room, helpful staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Roy and Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel, close to everything, clean and great price.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

KEVIN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Excellent location close to beach, restaurants and bars.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Lachlan

Liked: Cleanliness
Friendly staff clean room pretty good all tound
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kirsten

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful as always. Great go to for Townsville stay
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Bryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Elaine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful ocean view, very clean
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Barry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
room was clean and presented well plenty of safe parking at rear of the building and the beach view is awesome without any obstructions,
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Daryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property has a great location on the waterfront - great views to Magnetic Island and very close to restaurants and the city - staff are always pleasant and respectful. Good value for money.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bob

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good room, had everytimg we wanted and with a hreat sea view.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Delia marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always look forward to staying at Aquarius with its wonderful views. Only dampener is how much busier the vehicle traffic on the Strand is as the city expands.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great value, Great room, Great view. Well set out rooms and very clean.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Thierry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good size room great location
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent room. Reception Staff very so helpful and friendly. The beach view was magnificent. The key tag system for electronic entry is so much better than bulky keys
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, great view. Well set out room and very comfortable.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great view and close to dining
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The hotel was in a great spot on the strand. Handy to restaurants and pubs. Great views of the beach and Maggie island. The staff were friendly. The rooms need some maintenance paint new bathroom and furniture. Price was good.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beach view from 12th floor was fantastic!
Sunrise
Balcony vuew
Perfect sunset spot
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Comfortable, nice place.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Beach view was magnificent. Room was clean and tidy. The staff were friendly and very helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kirsty

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verna

Liked: Amenities
Great location and view from the room
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great view. Great clean rooms. Very happy with my stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026