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Properties are selected based on real traveler reviews and popularity among guests who’ve booked a night near Townsville Museum and Historical Society on Hotels.com. These hotels close to Townsville Museum and Historical Society consistently deliver on quality, location and traveler experience. Last updated on September 13, 2026.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a fence and a building with a red roof.

A laundry area with two washing machines, a sink, and a window with a view of a tennis court.

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden counter, and a television.

A hotel room with a bed, a green blanket, white pillows, and a wooden headboard with circular light fixtures.

1. Monte Carlo Motor Inn

Rosslea, 2.2 km from Townsville Museum and Historical Society

Janice

CNY700

CNY769 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 14 - Sep 15

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a ceiling fan, and a TV mounted on the wall.

A street view with a blue car parked in front of a building with a yellow facade, surrounded by palm trees.

A two-story hotel with a covered entrance, palm trees, and a blue car parked outside.

A Colonial Rose motel with a two-story structure, a covered front porch, and a sign indicating it is a licensed restaurant.

2. The Colonial Rose Motel

Mundingburra, 2 km from Townsville Museum and Historical Society

Kristina

CNY713

CNY784 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A rooftop pool area with a white table and chairs, surrounded by a wooden deck and a palm tree.

A modern multi-story building with balconies, a visible entrance, and a clear sky.

A balcony with a table and chairs, overlooking a parking area and buildings.

A modern kitchen with dark wooden cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, a built-in oven, and a light-colored countertop with a sink.

3. Kensington at Central

3.2 km from Townsville Museum and Historical Society

Natalia

CNY742

CNY816 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A pool area with a hot tub, lounge chairs, and umbrellas. There are palm trees and a building with a bar area in the background.

A table set for dining with a clear view of the ocean and palm trees in the background.

A modern mobile home with a covered porch, a small outdoor seating area, and a well-maintained lawn.

A spacious outdoor lounge area with a high ceiling and a central seating arrangement.

4. Mercure Townsville

Currajong, 1.1 km from Townsville Museum and Historical Society

Albert

CNY708

CNY779 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A swimming pool with a blue shade sail, a barbecue area, and a paved patio.

A modern apartment with a living room, kitchen, and a bedroom.

A modern kitchen with a built-in oven, microwave, and dishwasher. There is a dining table with chairs and a small side table with a lamp.

A reception area with a counter, glass doors, and a window with blinds.

5. Cascade Motel In Townsville

Rosslea, 2.9 km from Townsville Museum and Historical Society

Jennifer

CNY609

CNY670 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 29 - Sep 30

A hotel room with three beds, a flat-screen TV, and a sliding door closet.

An outdoor patio with round tables and chairs, a pool in the background, and a brick wall.

A motel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a sign advertising a motor inn and restaurant.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a television, a microwave, and a refrigerator.

6. Banjo Paterson Motor Inn

Rosslea, 2.6 km from Townsville Museum and Historical Society

Howard

CNY656

CNY721 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 14 - Sep 15

A modern two-story hotel with a swimming pool, potted plants, and a fenced backyard.

A hotel room with two single beds, each with a striped blanket and pillows, a wooden nightstand, and a desk with a chair.

A motel with a covered entrance and a sign that reads "RAIN TREE MOTEL."

A covered patio with a brick wall, a wooden table and chairs, and a fire pit.

7. Raintree Motel

Hermit Park, 1.8 km from Townsville Museum and Historical Society

Jason

CNY678

CNY745 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 14 - Sep 15

A marina with numerous boats docked, a large hotel building, and calm water reflecting the sky.

A pool area with a slide, palm trees, and a building with a red roof.

A compact kitchen with a sink, a microwave, a kettle, and a toaster.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with chairs, a television, a microwave, and a painting on the wall.

8. Billabong Lodge Motel

Rosslea, 2.8 km from Townsville Museum and Historical Society

Brooke

CNY567

CNY623 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A hotel room with two beds, a large window with curtains, a wall-mounted air conditioner, and a large abstract painting.

A bar area with a wooden counter, framed pictures, and a neon sign.

A bar area with a counter, shelves of liquor bottles, and a sign for live bands.

A play area with colorful climbing structures and a claw machine.

9. Nightcap at Dalrymple Hotel

Garbutt, 2 km from Townsville Museum and Historical Society

Janelle

CNY586

CNY645 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A modern hotel with an outdoor seating area and a covered patio.

A restaurant with tables and chairs, a bar area with bottles, and a counter.

A spacious restaurant with multiple tables and chairs, a bar area, and a counter with a menu.

A play area with colorful slides and a gumball machine.

10. Vale Hotel

Aitkenvale, 2.1 km from Townsville Museum and Historical Society

Trevor

CNY477

CNY524 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A swimming pool with a wooden deck and palm trees.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a gas stove, an oven, a microwave, and a refrigerator.

A two-story house with a balcony, a covered porch, and a fenced yard.

11. Avenues Xchange

Hermit Park, 1.6 km from Townsville Museum and Historical Society

Jeannette

CNY345

CNY380 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 14 - Sep 15

A poolside area with lounge chairs, a building in the background, and a clear sky.

A modern apartment complex with multiple high-rise buildings, a calm lake in the foreground, and a clear sky.

A modern kitchen with a dining area, large windows, and a view of the outdoors.

A row of sun loungers with wheels on a wooden deck, a white wall with a security camera, and a palm tree in the background.

12. Holborn at Central

3.1 km from Townsville Museum and Historical Society

cathy

CNY841

CNY925 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A poolside area with sun loungers and umbrellas, overlooking a calm sea with boats.

A multi-story hotel with the name "ORDO" prominently displayed on the facade. It features balconies on each floor, a central archway entrance, and is surrounded by palm trees.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a flat-screen TV, a painting, and a view of the outdoors.

A reception desk with a glass panel design, a potted plant, and the word "ARDO" on the wall.

13. Ardo

5.5 km from Townsville Museum and Historical Society

Richard

CNY1,204

CNY1,324 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 14 - Sep 15

An outdoor cafe with wooden tables and chairs, a BISTRO sign, and a view of the street.

A bar area with stools, a counter, and shelves with bottles.

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a bedside lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.

14. Hotel Allen

North Ward, 4.5 km from Townsville Museum and Historical Society

Mark

CNY780

CNY858 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 15 - Sep 16

A hotel entrance with a modern facade, a visible reception area, and a staircase leading to the entrance.

A compact kitchen with a built-in sink, wooden cabinets, and a countertop with a coffee machine and glassware.

A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a nightstand with a lamp, and a large window with curtains.

A sign for Clarion Hotel with a modern design.

15. Clarion Hotel Townsville

3.9 km from Townsville Museum and Historical Society

Shirley

CNY615

CNY677 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A modern kitchen with a central island, large windows, and a view of the city.

A modern living room with a leather sofa, a glass coffee table, and a kitchen area with a bar and high chairs.

A modern hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a tall building in the background.

A spacious living room with two leather sofas, a glass coffee table, and large windows offering a city view.

16. Dalgety Apartments

4.3 km from Townsville Museum and Historical Society

Dareen

CNY952

CNY1,047 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A pool area with lounge chairs and a stone wall seating area.

A neatly arranged bedroom with a large bed, two bedside tables, a headboard, and a window with curtains.

A cozy living room with a beige sofa, a wooden ladder, a round coffee table, and a wicker chair.

A modern restaurant interior with multiple tables and chairs, hanging pendant lights, and a bar area with shelves of bottles.

17. Rambutan Resort

4.7 km from Townsville Museum and Historical Society

Ronald

CNY532

CNY585 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a ceiling fan, and a view of an outdoor pool area.

A tented room with a bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a ceiling fan, and a wardrobe.

A compact kitchenette with a microwave, coffee maker, and a small table with a bowl.

A resort with outdoor seating areas, a pool, and a lush forest backdrop.

18. Magnetic Glamping

15.7 km from Townsville Museum and Historical Society

Alice

CNY2,125

CNY2,337 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A person relaxing on a sun lounger with a bowl of fruit and a bottle of water.

A man sitting on a couch in a room with a large window, a round wall clock, and a bed with a white bedspread.

A swimming pool with a green and white inflatable ring, a white umbrella, and lounge chairs.

A beachside view with a blue gazebo, palm trees, and a calm sea.

19. Victoria Street Boutique Hotel

North Ward, 3.9 km from Townsville Museum and Historical Society

Isabela

CNY686

CNY755 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

A modern bedroom with a bed, a grey sofa, and a large window offering a view of the outside.

A poolside area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a pool, and a view of the water and distant buildings.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a ceiling fan, and a balcony with a view.

A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a built-in oven, and a coffee machine.

20. Belmoral Corporate Suites

South Townsville, 4.9 km from Townsville Museum and Historical Society

Kel

CNY744

CNY818 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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Compare popular hotels close to Townsville Museum and Historical Society

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Monte Carlo Motor Inn	9.2 Wonderful 297 reviews	View
The Colonial Rose Motel	9.0 Wonderful 217 reviews	View
Kensington at Central	8.6 Excellent 859 reviews	View
Mercure Townsville	8.4 Very Good 1,003 reviews	View
Cascade Motel In Townsville	9.4 Exceptional 271 reviews	View

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best hotels near Townsville Museum and Historical Society?

Guests love staying at Mercure Townsville, which is a hotel near Townsville Museum and Historical Society.
Another highly rated hotel is Nightcap at Dalrymple Hotel, which is a short drive away.
You'll find 679 hotels, vacation rentals, and more to choose from within the area.

How much does it cost to stay in a hotel near Townsville Museum and Historical Society?

You can review prices on Hotels.com by entering your search criteria and sorting by price. Remember that rates vary based on where and when you plan to go.

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Can I find hotels close to Townsville Museum and Historical Society that are fully refundable?

Yes, many hotels offer refundable room reservations if you cancel prior to the cancellation deadline. Find refundable rates using the "Fully refundable" filter when you search for hotels.

A couple of highly rated hotels near Townsville Museum and Historical Society that offer these rates are Q Resorts Paddington and Clarion Hotel Townsville.

What are the best romantic hotels near Townsville Museum and Historical Society?

If you are looking for a romantic stay, Mercure Townsville offers an al fresco restaurant, an outdoor pool, and a poolside bar. It's a 16-minute walk from Townsville Museum and Historical Society.
Hotel Grand Chancellor Townsville is another great choice, and it's a short drive away.

What are the best hotels close to Townsville Museum and Historical Society with free breakfast?

You can enjoy a free continental breakfast at Banjo Paterson Motor Inn, which is a short 6-minute drive from Townsville Museum and Historical Society.

Which hotels near Townsville Museum and Historical Society have rooms with great views?

Enjoy rooms with lake or garden views at Mercure Townsville, which is a 16-minute walk from Townsville Museum and Historical Society.
Also recommended is Clarion Hotel Townsville, which has rooms with city views.

What are the best family hotels close to Townsville Museum and Historical Society?

The entire family will enjoy a stay at Mercure Townsville which offers free cribs, a children's pool, and an outdoor pool. Townsville Museum and Historical Society is 16 minutes away on foot.
Another great option for your family's trip is Hotel Grand Chancellor Townsville.

What are the best luxury hotels near Townsville Museum and Historical Society?

Treat yourself when you stay at Q Resorts Paddington, which is a short 9-minute drive from Townsville Museum and Historical Society and offers an outdoor pool and free extended parking.
A second luxurious choice is Clarion Hotel Townsville, which is a short drive away.

What are the best hotels near Townsville Museum and Historical Society with free parking?

Drive and park with ease when you stay at Mercure Townsville, which offers free parking. You'll be a 16-minute walk from Townsville Museum and Historical Society.
Nightcap at Dalrymple Hotel also has free parking and is a short drive away.

What are the best hotels near Townsville Museum and Historical Society with a pool?

Travelers can enjoy the outdoor pool and children's pool at Mercure Townsville. Townsville Museum and Historical Society is a 16-minute walk from the hotel.
Another great choice for a hotel with a pool is Q Resorts Paddington.

What cheap motels can I book close to Townsville Museum and Historical Society?

To stay economically near Townsville Museum and Historical Society, you can book Raintree Motel, which offers an outdoor pool and a bar/lounge.
The Colonial Rose Motel is another inexpensive motel to consider in the area.

What are the best things to see and do around my hotel near Townsville Museum and Historical Society?

Browse the exhibits on display at Townsville Museum and Historical Society and then take in the local attractions like Queensland Country Bank Stadium, Townsville Entertainment & Convention Centre, and Castle Hill.
Other places in the area are Willows Shopping Centre, Townsville Sports Reserve, and Strand Park.

What are the best pet-friendly hotels close to Townsville Museum and Historical Society?

Bring your four-legged friend to The Robert Towns, which is a short 11-minute drive from Townsville Museum and Historical Society.
Another pet-friendly spot is City Oasis Inn Townsville, SureStay Collection by BW.

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