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Aquarius on the Beach

Property class: 4

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A balcony with a table and chairs overlooking a beach and the ocean.
A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a kitchenette.
A coastal resort with a beach, a pier, and a tennis court.
A pool area with a view of the ocean and palm trees.
A hotel sign with "Aquarius on the Beach" and "Stay" indicating availability.

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

View all photos for Beach View Level 1 - 9

A balcony with a table and chairs, overlooking a coastal area with palm trees and a road.

Beach View Level 1 - 9

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

View all photos for Executive Beach View Level 4 - 9

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a microwave, and a painting on the wall.

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

View all photos for Beach View Level 10 - 13

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a nightstand, and a painting on the wall.

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

View all photos for Executive Beach View Level 1 - 3

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a microwave, and a painting on the wall.

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

View all photos for Executive Corner Beach View level 1 - 13

A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a kitchenette.

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

View all photos for Executive Beach View Level 10 - 13

A coastal resort with a beach, palm trees, and a pier.

Executive Beach View Level 10 - 13

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(49 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 centre 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 on-site.
Aquarius on the Beach offers 120 air-conditioned accommodations with a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board. Rooms open to balconies. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Accommodation at this 4-star hotel has kitchenettes with microwaves and kitchenware and utensils.

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

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.

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

Our customers tell us that 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 Wi-Fi in some public areas
  • Free self-parking
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool
  • Amenities include a business centre, a meeting room and conference space
  • Guests have great things to say about the clean guestrooms 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 centre 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 and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2.48 per cent 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.
  • Cots (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 per cent

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
On-site 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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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.

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. 530 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 314 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 108 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 28 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 23 out of 1003 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

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the boardwalk area here, many people out and about, many nice restaurants and bars, was very relaxing.
Restaurant C Bar for breakfast
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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

10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great clean rooms. Staff are greats very happy with stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 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

Joanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location especially with no car - easy walk to beach, Rockpool, 100’s of food options right on the beach overlooking magnetic island - views were perfect
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Peaceful, relaxing the waves hitting the beach relaxing atmosphere close to bars and restaurants and only a walk across the road to beach clean and tidy rooms
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jenny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location with stunning sunrise views. Comfortable, clean and staff friendly
Stayed 4 nights in May 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

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room quiet location
Stayed 2 nights in May 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

10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great view. Very comfortable room, great amenities. Rooms are clean. Staff are great. Very happy with stay.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent view. Rooms are well appointed and set out well. Very comfortable and clean.
Stayed 3 nights in May 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

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

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
Great comfortable room. Always clean and tidy. Well appointed and well set up.
Stayed 4 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

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

8/10 Good

David

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