[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire apartment # It's all about the views! Apartment with balcony, near Magnetic Island Ferry Terminal ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/68000000/67570000/67560100/67560094/0ffa5932.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, desk, travel crib, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/68000000/67570000/67560100/67560094/2ba6f576.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, toaster](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/68000000/67570000/67560100/67560094/0ffb20e7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/68000000/67570000/67560100/67560094/62fe9770.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/68000000/67570000/67560100/67560094/8cefc1b1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Right on the Strand, this oceanfront apartment offers a tranquil retreat with an outdoor setting and high-end amenities. Take in the views of Magnetic Island from the comfort of your luxe modern space. 9.4 Exceptional ### Entire apartment 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 21938 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Pool - Air conditioning - Free WiFi ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### It's all about the views! THE BEST WATERFRONT VIEWS IN TOWNSVILLE This newly refurbished oceanfront apartment features magnificent views extending to Magnetic Island. Sit back and enjoy high-end amenities in a luxe modern apartment designed for space and comfort. The apartment features a hidden queen bed that looks directly out to the ocean and an outdoor setting to take in the views. A short walk to bars, restaurants, cafes, shops, parks, playgrounds, Jazzine Barracks, Sealink Ferry Terminal, Aquarium and more! This apartment is ideal for corporate travelers, a romantic getaway or, those wanting to enjoy the tropical beauty of Townsville and Magnetic Island. The apartment complex also features a stunning pool! RIGHT ON THE STRAND- The Best Location! ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Communal pool ### Internet - Available in the apartment: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Microwave - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Air conditioning ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Elevator - Smoking not allowed ### Things to do - Golf - Tennis ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Unit size: 1,938 square feet ## Similar properties ![On the beach, sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/26000000/25100000/25099300/25099248/84274f63.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Top Floor Aquarius Amazing Ocean Views fast WiFi Kayo Free weekly service North Ward - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer 9.8 Exceptional 26 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-20&endDate=2025-10-21&selected=25099248&PinnedHotelID=25099248&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/42000000/41990000/41987300/41987213/e2c1861e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### BEACHFRONT on The STRAND North Ward - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 10 Exceptional 37 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-20&endDate=2025-10-21&selected=41987213&PinnedHotelID=41987213&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91290000/91287000/91286950/9fd14dd4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Treat yourself, fun in the sun and a great view. 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### Property is also known as Aquarius on the Strand OCEANVIEWS Unit 601 Aquarius on the Strand OCEANVIEWS - Unit 601 Apartment 534232\_S-11215342321726105006871x11726105006871x1 Aquarius on the Strand OCEANVIEWS - Unit 601 Townsville ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-19.24775%2C146.81223&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=GiERh-SPR1LGlNSmd800mSoKb1k=) Townsville City, QLD #### What's nearby - Strand Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km - The Strand Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km - Castle Hill - 16 min walk - 1.4 km - Queensland Country Bank Stadium - 3 min drive - 2.5 km - Magnetic Island Ferry Terminal - 3 min drive - 2.2 km #### Getting around - Townsville Station - 10 min drive - Townsville, QLD (TSV) - 14 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min walk - ‪Marina Coffee - ‬16 min walk - ‪Hotel Allen - ‬7 min walk - ‪Juliette's - ‬4 min walk - ‪Seaview Hotel - ‬5 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Does It's all about the views! have a pool? > Yes, this property has a pool. ### Is It's all about the views! pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at It's all about the views!? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at It's all about the views!? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is It's all about the views! located? > Located in North Ward, this apartment building is within 1 mi (2 km) of The Strand Beach and Magnetic Island Ferry Terminal. Strand Park and Queens Gardens are also within 15 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## It's all about the views! Reviews 9.4 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 7 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Cleanliness ### 8.0/10 Amenities ### 10/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 8.0/10 Eco-friendliness ### 8/10 Good #### Jon-paul R. Aug 23, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing morning sunrises Had a great time at this unit beautiful views Great location to all that the strand offers restaurants and cafes ##### Jon-paul R. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ross B. Dec 2, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### It was lovely It was lovely ##### Ross B. Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gerry Aug 3, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Beautiful views, clean but quite small apartment- ok because we were out all the time ##### Gerry Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cynthia H. Jun 9, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful location and apartment Fantastic location and comfortable room with good amenities. Pool awesome. Room clean with appliances. Very comfortable place to stay. ##### Cynthia H. Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tanya C. Sep 13, 2024 #### Amazing stay! ✅️ Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Apartment ✅️ Location ✅️View ✅️We loved everything & when we're visiting Townsville again... we'll be staying here 😊Thank you for a wonderful stay! ##### Tanya C. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### A guest from , Sep 7, 2023 #### Holiday Hosting is a fabulous rental agency Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: I had a restful, peaceful stay with Holiday Hosting.The apartment they arranged for me had the best view of the water and a fabulous clean balcony to sit on and enjoy the cool evening.Inside the apartment was gigs quality air con and everything was clean and the bedding and towels had the personal touch of home away from homeThe management staff were lovely and treated me like a very special friend-I hope to return to Townsville again via Holiday Hosting-thank you for everything ! ##### A guest from , This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### A guest from , Aug 30, 2023 #### Amazing apartment Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Amazing apartment and view ##### A guest from , This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 6/10 Okay #### Andy W. Aug 18, 2023 #### AQUARIUS ON THE STRAND Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: No Ice in FreezerNo English Breakfast Tea only Earl Grey.No facial tissue in bathroom. No shampoo in bathroom.No soap bar only liquid soap.Access to key difficult for people with arthurites Air conditioner running on arrival--well done.Good pod coffee machine -- well done.very old but well maintained. ##### Andy W. Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brandi M. Oct 14, 2022 #### Our week stay with beautiful island and water views at Aquarius. Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Absolutely beautiful views!!Lovely clean and comfortable on sixth level!Position was awesome, walk everywhere!!Above expectations!!Cannot wait to return!!Property management was very professional and check-in and out, was easy and stress-free! ##### Brandi M. ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Hôtel Baker](https://www.expedia.ca/Gaspe-Hotels-Hotel-Baker.h11971725.Hotel-Information) > > [Tangalooma Island Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Brisbane-Hotels-Tangalooma-Island-Resort.h2254989.Hotel-Information) > > [Brisbane Skytower by CLLIX](https://www.expedia.ca/Brisbane-Hotels-Arise-Brisbane-Skytower.h19178209.Hotel-Information) > > [Best Western Plus Moosomin Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Moosomin-Hotels-Best-Western-Plus-Moosomin-Hotel.h12709730.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Blackfoot](https://www.expedia.ca/Calgary-Hotels-Hotel-Blackfoot.h15839.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in San Diego County](https://www.expedia.ca/Destinations-In-San-Diego-County.d178304.Hotel-Destinations) > > [Hilton Surfers Paradise Hotel & Residences](https://www.expedia.ca/Gold-Coast-Hotels-Hilton-Surfers-Paradise-Hotel-And-Residences.h4238660.Hotel-Information) > > [Peppers Soul Surfers Paradise](https://www.expedia.ca/Gold-Coast-Hotels-Peppers-Soul-Surfers-Paradise.h4619963.Hotel-Information) > > [Burleigh Surf Apartments](https://www.expedia.ca/Gold-Coast-Hotels-Burleigh-Surf-Apartments.h4593274.Hotel-Information) > > [Canalta Melfort Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Melfort-Hotels-Canalta-Melfort-Hotel.h4613245.Hotel-Information) > > [Sea World Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Gold-Coast-Hotels-Sea-World-Resort.h871443.Hotel-Information) > > [Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort, Gold Coast](https://www.expedia.ca/Gold-Coast-Hotels-Sheraton-Grand-Mirage-Resort.h11768.Hotel-Information) > > [Holiday Inn St. John's Conference Centre by IHG](https://www.expedia.ca/St-Johns-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-St-Johns-Conference-Centre.h24373.Hotel-Information) > > [Boutique Hotels in London](https://www.expedia.ca/London-Hotels-Boutique-Hotel.0-0-d4127-tBoutiqueHotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Belise Apartments](https://www.expedia.ca/Brisbane-Hotels-Belise-Apartments.h16643532.Hotel-Information) > > [Q1 Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Gold-Coast-Hotels-Q1-Resort-Spa.h1859086.Hotel-Information) ### Flights > [Flights from Toronto (YYZ) to Madinah (MED)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/med/toronto-to-madinah) > > [Flights from Palm Springs (PSP) to Las Vegas (LAS)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/psp/las/palm-springs-to-las-vegas) > > [Etihad Airways](https://www.expedia.ca/Etihad-Airways-Flights.cEY.Travel-Guide-Airlines) > > [Flights from Toronto (YYZ) to Montreal (YUL)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/yul/toronto-to-montreal) > > [Flights from Winnipeg (YWG) to Toronto (YYZ)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/ywg/yyz/winnipeg-to-toronto) > > [Flights from Montreal (YUL) to Berlin (BER)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yul/ber/montreal-to-berlin) > > [Flights from Toronto (YYZ) to Houston (IAH)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/iah/toronto-to-houston) ### Cars > [Sportscar Car Rentals in Winnipeg](https://www.expedia.ca/Sportscar-Car-Rentals-In-Winnipeg.d6141041-tSportscar.Car-Rental-Guide-Class) ### Packages > [Cathedral-Basilica of Notre-Dame de Québec](https://www.expedia.ca/Cathedral-Basilica-Of-Notre-Dame-De-Quebec-Old-Quebec.d6072625.Vacation-Attraction) > > [Ecuador Vacations](https://www.expedia.ca/Ecuador.d51.Destination-Travel-Guides) > > [Xcaret Eco Theme Park](https://www.expedia.ca/Xcaret-Eco-Theme-Park-Playa-del-Carmen.d6074370.Vacation-Attraction) > > [Vancouver](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/theme-vacations/all-inclusive-vacations/178315/Vancouver) > > [Algarve Vacations](https://www.expedia.ca/Algarve.d182215.Destination-Travel-Guides) > > [Panama Vacations](https://www.expedia.ca/Panama.d142.Destination-Travel-Guides)