Title: Visit North Ward: Best of North Ward, Townsville Travel 2026 | Expedia Tourism - Expedia.ca [Hotels in North Ward](https://expedia.ca/North-Ward-Townsville-Hotels.0-n6217111-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Townsville](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-Townsville.d6047631.Travel-Guide-Flights)[North Ward Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-North-Ward.d6217111.Car-Rental-Guide)[North Ward Vacations](https://expedia.ca/North-Ward.d6217111.Destination-Travel-Guides) # North Ward ## Townsville ![Queens Gardens which includes forest scenes and a park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621526967683/bdd2acd1-9eb3-4991-88ee-56da0400fb50.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Queens Gardens which includes forest scenes and a park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621526967683/bdd2acd1-9eb3-4991-88ee-56da0400fb50.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Queens Gardens showing forests](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621526967683/516d4602-995d-4d0e-84a6-45270ae848ea.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Queens Gardens which includes wild flowers](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621526967683/ac959869-eb6a-43e0-a201-5c2ebf68c8fe.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Queens Gardens featuring bird life](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621526967683/0068f0f5-c8b6-4a3c-b25e-40a6b208a687.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit North Ward Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Townsville travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Townsville.dx6047631) --- ### Popular places to visit ![The Strand which includes tropical scenes and a garden 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(2 reviews) Why not spend a carefree afternoon at The Strand Beach during your travels in Townsville? While in this relaxing area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.ca/The-Strand-Beach-Townsville.d553248635936293807.Vacation-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(6 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.ca/Strand-Park-North-Ward.d553248635044701449.Vacation-Attraction) ![Queens Gardens which includes 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 4/5(1 review) 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.ca/Queens-Gardens-North-Ward.d553248621526967683.Vacation-Attraction) ![Townsville featuring heritage elements and military items](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532611191/4e836b83-7c11-44a3-a1e4-2f231024feac.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Jezzine Barracks 4/5(1 review) You can browse the exhibits at Jezzine Barracks, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to North Ward. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches. [](https://expedia.ca/Jezzine-Barracks-Queensland.d553248633859868695.Vacation-Attraction) ![Army Museum North Queensland showing interior views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532611191/d311166b-e0a6-4c1a-ae86-11771a0d4ac4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Army Museum North Queensland Discover the fascinating stories of the Australian Army in North Queensland when you explore the history displays at the Jezzine Barracks at Kissing Point. [](https://expedia.ca/Army-Museum-North-Queensland-North-Ward.d553248621532611191.Vacation-Attraction) #### Townsville Sports Reserve You can take time to visit Townsville Sports Reserve during your travels to Townsville. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches. [](https://expedia.ca/Townsville-Sports-Reserve-North-Ward.d553248635998044643.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![SeaLink Magnetic Island Ferry return trip from Townsville](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/476809/18e7987c-06a6-4fb5-bd1f-8016743da655.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### SeaLink Magnetic Island Ferry return trip from Townsville CA $42 per adult **98%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/sealink-magnetic-island-ferry-return-trip-from-townsville.a476809.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 CA $110 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/magnetic-island-behind-the-scenes-tour.a47511506.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 CA $72 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/townsville-city-tour.a49471354.activity-details) ![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 CA $133 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/magnetic-island-sip-and-sail-sunset-cruise.a674158.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 CA $120 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/magnetic-island-west-coast-eco-adventure.a47101866.activity-details) ![Jetski Hire Magnetic Island customers](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47087084/1bf6914e-5d3a-4f1d-92ea-df78938d18da.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Magnetic Island 30-Minute Jet Ski Hire – 1 to 4 People CA $134 per traveller [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/magnetic-island-30-minute-jet-ski-hire-1-to-4-people.a47087084.activity-details) [See all activities in Townsville](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Townsville.d6047631.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## North Ward Hotel Deals ![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 CA $127 CA $140 total Mar 15 - Mar 16 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this beach hotel in Townsville. Enjoy free parking, a beach locale, and a business center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews) Great room, great amenities, great view. Very satisfied. Very friendly staff. Parking is tight, but usually found a spot, if not, can park easily in the street out front. Plenty of food around and supermarket very close. All round great place to stay. Reviewed on Feb 14, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=15%2F03%2F2026&endDate=16%2F03%2F2026&selected=3952853&PinnedHotelID=3952853&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6217111) ![Shoredrive Motel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9626300/9626256/95e54d83_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Shoredrive Motel 117 The Strand North Ward QLD CA $104 CA $115 total Feb 22 - Feb 23 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this beach motel in Townsville. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ... 8/10 Very Good! (646 reviews) Clean room. Close to beach Reviewed on Jan 23, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F02%2F2026&endDate=23%2F02%2F2026&selected=9626256&PinnedHotelID=9626256&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6217111) ![Madison Ocean Breeze](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31820000/31819400/31819322/9eaa5942_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Madison Ocean Breeze 81 Mitchell Street North Ward QLD CA $144 CA $158 total Feb 16 - Feb 17 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this beach aparthotel in Townsville. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (598 reviews) Very clean, great facilities, lovely, helpful staff Reviewed on Feb 9, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=16%2F02%2F2026&endDate=17%2F02%2F2026&selected=31819322&PinnedHotelID=31819322&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6217111) ![Beach House Motel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7520000/7517700/7517671/e8313455_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Beach House Motel 66 The Strand North Ward QLD CA $124 CA $137 total Feb 27 - Feb 28 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this beach motel in Townsville. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (523 reviews) Clean room, comfy beds, close to everything we need. Reviewed on Feb 2, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=27%2F02%2F2026&endDate=28%2F02%2F2026&selected=7517671&PinnedHotelID=7517671&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6217111) ![QCWA Kissing Point Units ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111170000/111164000/111163934/02888802_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### QCWA Kissing Point Units 116 The Strand North Ward QLD CA $153 CA $153 total Feb 17 - Feb 18 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this beach aparthotel in Townsville. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Strand Rockpool and Jezzine Barracks are ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (88 reviews) Room lovely and clean very comfortable everything you need for a break away. Reviewed on Feb 13, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=17%2F02%2F2026&endDate=18%2F02%2F2026&selected=111163934&PinnedHotelID=111163934&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6217111) ![Quest Townsville on Eyre](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9626800/9626780/9b34edbc_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Quest Townsville on Eyre 19-21 Leichhardt Street North Ward QLD CA $160 CA $176 total Feb 22 - Feb 23 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Townsville. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the property condition in our ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (285 reviews) Rooms clean and well maintained. Good experience. Would come back for our overnight stays near the Strand. 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