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Townsville City Motel

Townsville - QLD · Australia

36 Bowen RoadView location

8.4/10Excellent292 Reviews
Cleanliness8.2/108.2
Service8.4/108.4
Comfort8.0/108.0
Condition7.4/107.4
Location6.0/106.0
Neighborhood8.4/108.4
Value8.4/108.4
Amenities7.8/107.8
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About Townsville City Motel

Located in Townsville (Rosslea), Townsville City Motel is within a 5-minute drive of Anderson Park Botanical Gardens and Mater Hospital Pimlico. This motel is 1.7 mi (2.8 km) from Icon Cancer Centre Townsville and 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Bush Garden Landcare Site.

Make yourself at home in one of the 34 air-conditioned rooms featuring microwaves. Your pillowtop bed comes with premium bedding. Rooms have private balconies. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms feature showers with rainfall showerheads and complimentary toiletries.

Featured amenities include express check-in, express check-out, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Free self parking is available onsite.

Popular amenities

Free WiFi
Parking available
Dining services
Concierge
Laundry
Entertainment
Smoking areas

Check-in and check-out

Check-in from 2:00 PM
Check-in until 5:00 PM
Check-out until 10:00 AM
Minimum check-in age 18

Hotel policies

No elevators Professional property host/manager Pets not allowed

Cleaning and safety

Sanitization
Contactless check-in is available Contactless check-out is available

Important information

  • You need to know
    • Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
  • Special Instructions
    The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM. To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. If you are planning to arrive after 5:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
  • Instructions
    • Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
    • Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit 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
    • This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
    • 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
  • Minimal age
    18
  • Optional fees
    • Late check-out fee: AUD 25 (subject to availability)
    • Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 30.0 per night
    • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 20.0 per day

    The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

  • Spoken Language

    English

Nearby attractions

Anderson Park Botanical Gardens 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Mater Hospital Pimlico 1.4 km / 0.9 mi
Murray Paw Park 1.8 km / 1.1 mi
Murray Sporting Complex 1.9 km / 1.2 mi
Icon Cancer Centre Townsville 2.3 km / 1.4 mi
Bush Garden Landcare Site 2.6 km / 1.6 mi
Townsville Museum and Historical Society 2.7 km / 1.7 mi
Fairfield Central Shopping Centre 3.7 km / 2.3 mi
Reid Park Street Circuit 3.8 km / 2.4 mi
Rossiter Park Off Leash Dog Park 4.1 km / 2.5 mi
Cluden Racecourse 4.1 km / 2.6 mi
National Trust Heritage Centre 4.3 km / 2.7 mi
Castle Hill 4.3 km / 2.7 mi
Queensland Country Bank Stadium 4.8 km / 3 mi
Cotters Market 4.8 km / 3 mi

Hotel facilities & services

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Room types

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Guest reviews

What other guests saying about Townsville City Motel

8.4
Excellent
292 Reviews
Cleanliness
8.2 /10
Service
8.4 /10
Comfort
8.0 /10
Condition
7.4 /10
Location
6.0 /10
Neighborhood
8.4 /10
Value
8.4 /10
Amenities
7.8 /10
100 reviews shown
10/10
Exceptional
31 Jul 2025
Makka
A1
10/10
Exceptional
10 May 2025
Jamie
awesome
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
07 May 2025
Jamie
It is one of the best places i have ever stayed at
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
26 Mar 2025
Jamie
It was ok
Leisure Self
4/10
Poor
26 Mar 2025
Janet
Super noisy throughout the night from other residents . Bed very comfy. The manager tried very hard to find a suitable room for me
Business_and_leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
21 Jan 2025
Jaimie
Friendly and helpful staff. The outside vibes are a bit scary but the room was clean and appeared to have recently been redecorated, the bed was comfortable and the air conditioning functioning well.
There was even a microwave, kettle, toaster and plates/cutlery to suit limited self-catering. I was a bit surprised at the lack of blanket or quilt - the bed comes with a sheet only.
I was at the back so it was quiet but I think it could have been noisy if you were near the main road.
Very good for the price
Leisure Self
4/10
Poor
21 Aug 2024
Marion
Floors were extremely dirty.
Bed wasn’t made properly, very messy..
Door lock was very loose, I was concerned someone could have broken in.
4/10
Poor
14 Aug 2024
Rudy
This must be about the noisiest motel I have stayed in, lots of road noise, but also noisy people, sprinklers hitting the metal fence all night etc, will not return!
Business_and_leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
01 Aug 2024
Ron
Great service, helpful, great rooms, price, easy
Business Self
6/10
Pleasant
29 Jul 2024
Luke
Great
10/10
Exceptional
08 Jun 2024
Lisa
Staff super friendly & helpful. Mattress super comfortable
10/10
Exceptional
07 Jun 2024
Kym
Was nice and clean
Business_and_leisure
6/10
Pleasant
20 May 2024
Stephen
The problem was my room was out front near busy road. No sleep. Everything else was great thank you cheers steve
Business Self
8/10
Excellent
18 May 2024
Karl
The room was nice and clean and smelt really good and sanitised. Disappointed they got rid of the pool
Leisure Self
4/10
Poor
27 Mar 2024
Kathy
Room wasn't cleaned properly. Marks on cupboards, walls, curtains. Curtains broken. Toilet ran on full flush. No chair. No table. No hangers. No hair dryer. No bible. Very very basic room. Fan and aircon good.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
23 Nov 2023
Nicole
Place was clean and would definitely stay again.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
27 Oct 2023
Edward
Very convenance
Business Family
10/10
Exceptional
11 Dec 2021
Raymond

Comfortable stay

Clean and comfortable. Excellent customer service!
Self
6/10
Pleasant
22 Nov 2021
Willem De
This motel is functional and clean. Reception was very friendly. Comfortable and clean bed, updated cabinetry, hot shower. You can't ask for more for less than $100 pn. A couple of small things that would make a difference are covers on the lights and a smoke alarm.
10/10
Exceptional
24 Oct 2021
Nathaniel Robert
Property was in a good location to shopping centres and very clean rooms
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
07 Sep 2021
Phatsawan
Good location we will coming back to stay again
Business_and_leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
22 May 2021
Verified traveler
It was peaceful
Business Self
8/10
Excellent
16 May 2021
Verified traveler
no
6/10
Pleasant
24 Nov 2020
Verified traveler
The property was clean and tidy. But our neighbours who seem to be permanent residents were quite loud on our first night.
Business_and_leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
21 Oct 2020
steven

Great staff made tough stay much better.

Good locatikn, great facilities and very friendly staff. We needed to ask for a few favours to make the stay possible but had no issues. The staff went out of their way to help.
Friends_and_family Family
8/10
Excellent
12 Aug 2020
Verified traveler

Nice and clean motel

Very Nice and affordable accommodation for a night or too
Self
10/10
Exceptional
31 Jul 2020
James
Well priced and clean rooms. Quick and friendly service by staff when required.
Leisure Self
6/10
Pleasant
21 Jun 2020
Verified traveler
Had to ask for extra toilet rolls.
No hot water in the morning .
Friends_and_family Family
8/10
Excellent
05 Jun 2020
Verified traveler
Room was clean and neat, question why 2 lamps when no powerpoint and maybe they missed it but no tea towel to dry dishes. Room was back from road and quiet
Business Self
8/10
Excellent
15 Mar 2020
Verified traveler

Short Stay

My stay was short but it was good. It was convenient for me. Check in was quick and easy as well as checking out. Bed was comfortable. I didn't have any cleaning service for the room I was staying at. I guess it's because I was only there for a couple of days. Overall it was good.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
04 Feb 2020
Verified traveler
Easy check in and clean. The property has been renovated after the floods
Business Partner
10/10
Exceptional
24 Nov 2019
Verified traveler
Was very tidy and lovely rooms. Also great service. Definitely recommend
Friends_and_family Partner
6/10
Pleasant
08 Oct 2019
Verified traveler
Microwave in room. Smart TV with Netflix.
Noisy, work shop across from room.
Toilet running at all times.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
01 Oct 2019
Tania and Andy

Mt Isa reunion

Good location great service & friendly management
Friends
8/10
Excellent
29 Sep 2019
Verified traveler
Nice spacious bathroom with good lighting. Staff were friendly and helpful.
Bathroom needs more towel racks and exhaust fan. Room needed more PowerPoints for kettle, toaster, etc.
Friends_and_family Family
8/10
Excellent
30 Aug 2019
Verified traveler
hair in the shower and bathroom, floor looked like it hadn't been vacumed
Business Self
8/10
Excellent
22 Aug 2019
Verified traveler

Stay

It was not to bad
8/10
Excellent
16 Aug 2019
Verified traveler
Spotlessly clean and well designed units.
Some cold water in the fridge would have been handy.
Business Partner
10/10
Exceptional
10 Aug 2019
Verified traveler
It’s a very quiet place, you hardly hear people yelling. I enjoyed every moments relaxing in my room watching TV or movies on my iPad.
Friends_and_family Family
4/10
Poor
10 Aug 2019
Verified traveler
Owing to a football game and accommodation being short, the fee charged was an absolute example of gouging. Never stay there again.
Business Self
8/10
Excellent
29 Jul 2019
Duncan

Good for families and convenient

The room was well set up for a family stay and had recently been updated. Easy enough to get to on the main road in to town and plenty of stuff nearby such as groceries, dining and fast food. Currently undergoing renovations (July 2019) which made parking and access a little tricky and limited but overall I would stay here again during renovations. My wife (and kids) were happy with the room too.
Family
6/10
Pleasant
23 Jul 2019
Verified traveler
Was way overpriced for what you got. Currently getting renovations, tiny parking spaces
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
08 Jul 2019
Verified traveler
The room was first class the friendly stafff and owners were fantastic, we were the first guests after the terrible floods , thanks to Rob And staff for a wonderful stay .
Business_and_leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
27 Dec 2018
Verified traveler
Very friendly staff. No issues. Would happily recommend.
10/10
Exceptional
26 Dec 2018
Verified traveler
Great big shower in double room, awesome water pressure. Nice comfy bed, microwave. Very impressed..
2/10
Poor
25 Dec 2018
B
The receptionist lied to my face about being put near the rif raf. Next door was a lady if the night, 4 doors down were the public drunken loudmouths. And we were awoken during the night when a cop car pulled in for the 2 hour long domestic.
10/10
Exceptional
29 Oct 2018
Jenni

Maybe best motel in Townsville!

Very good prices, so cheap for 6person, we all stayed in same appartment which was really nice. Nice pool (don’t jump from the roof!)
Friends
8/10
Excellent
30 Sep 2018
Eugene
Clean, comfortable room for a motel. Helpful staff. Only a short, easy drive to CBD. Parking a little tight, but I suspect the staff would’ve helped if I’d had a real problem. Moderate traffic noise but we were in one of the front rooms. Would happily recommend.
10/10
Exceptional
02 Sep 2018
Nwe
Worth for the price.
Room is very clean and well organised.
Although no designated parking spot for that particular room, hotel manager helped me for a safe parking spot.
I am so impressed with the friendly and over competent manager.
4/10
Poor
18 Aug 2018
Traveller
Old motel with paper thin walls were you hear everything outside the room. Property is nearing the stage for the need of a whole renovation. Room was clean and had the standard amenities for that price range. Did not help had people in next room who talked loudly until midnight outside their room. Close to worse motel stayed in over 8 weeks travel around NZ and Queensland.
4/10
Poor
11 Aug 2018
Thomas
$220 for a tired, tiny motel room. Last room in Townsville. It was generally clean but about triple the price it should have been.
8/10
Excellent
14 Jul 2018
Tony

Wanted: budget price room at short notice

Choice of available accommodation was limited due to high demand in the area and our spur of the moment decision to be there.
Room was basic but clean will all the facilities we required.
Close walking distance to a local hotel and eateries.
No noisy neighbours, no traffic noise, well located with easy access to an arterial road.
6/10
Pleasant
02 Jul 2018
Teneale

Family Affordable

Had all the basics needed for a few nights stay with a family of 6. Could be a little cleaner and the cigarette butts everywhere in the car park could be tidied up or have more ash trays out.
10/10
Exceptional
24 May 2018
Tania and Andy

Easy to find and quiet room

Great location as close to bus stop and shops. Even though on main road it is still very quiet. Has air con and ceiling fan, microwave and bar fridge, lounge and tv. Good for overnight stay or as base to see Townsville. I just wish other patrons keep smoke free rooms as such. (our room was fine but we could smell smoke from the next room)
Partner
8/10
Excellent
20 Apr 2018
Verified traveler
Good value for money
Always clean and tidy
New management is excellent
Great location from most shops and Taverns
4/10
Poor
18 Feb 2018
Verified traveler

Townsville motel 70s style.

Motel was not like the images. Its rundown and in need of upgrade.
Room amenities are from the 70s.
Pool was clean and good for a swim, but again run down.
Manager was very friendly and understanding.
8/10
Excellent
27 Dec 2017
Mal

As good as most others, and Far Less costly

As good as most others, and Far Less costly Good Value and friendly staff.
8/10
Excellent
22 Dec 2017
Verified traveler

As advertised

Single room was clean and tidy and perfect for a quick stop over.
10/10
Exceptional
20 Nov 2017
greg

Comfortable modern on a budget

Nice clean hotel on a budget for a convenient location with modern facilities
4/10
Poor
18 Nov 2017
Jimmy

Townsville motel

When booking the room i based my decision on the images and was expecting a nice room with a double bed. When i got to the room i had a single bed in a very small room the room was quite small like a prison cell. The room was not cleaned or restocked daily with milk or coffee and tea. However the room was quite clean almost clinically hospital with no character.
6/10
Pleasant
16 Nov 2017
Verified traveler

Good Stay

Good facilities in room, very clean room and a comfortable bed. Handy location
4/10
Poor
12 Nov 2017
Verified traveler

Reasonable standard accommodation

Run down hotel ant problems needs a makeover..............
8/10
Excellent
10 Nov 2017
Judy

Value for money

Value for money during our overnight stay. Well located budget accommodation, with comfort, catering for all needs.
10/10
Exceptional
09 Nov 2017
Tania and Andy

Great value for money

We have stayed here now on 3 different occasions this year because of the location and price. The couple that look after the motel are great and very helpful. Walking distance to shops and restaurants.
Partner
6/10
Pleasant
06 Nov 2017
Verified traveler
Not bad. It was alright for the money paid. I booked for a room with double bed, but i got one with a single bed. The manager didn't have any idea about the booking made. He took me to one room first saying that the room i booked had some carpet cleaning left. the room i was given first was big. Then within 5 minutes he came back and took me to a small room saying that it was the room i have booked. As i said earlier it was not a room with double bed as i booked through expedia. anyhow, i didn't have time to fight for it, so i adjusted.
8/10
Excellent
03 Nov 2017
Verified traveler

Good value for money.

Great price. Unfortunately one night had a very loud group walking around making noise.
6/10
Pleasant
13 Sep 2017
Verified traveler

Nothing fancy, but had all we needed

The experience was easy and fast, and the room was comfortable and had everything we needed. There were a couple of small short comings- the place just needed a little updating - but was fine for the price. Car park was a touch tight.
8/10
Excellent
02 Sep 2017
bev

Great for our needs.

Recent painting and refurbishing have made this a comfortable place for a stay. Staff were very accommodating and friendly.
10/10
Exceptional
23 Aug 2017
Gavin

Great motel in convenient location

Friendly manager who was very helpful in accommodating my oversize vehicle. Clean room that had everything you need for a short stay. Would definitely recommend.
6/10
Pleasant
23 Aug 2017
Verified traveler

Perfect if passing through Townsville

We stayed 2 nights. Room small but clean and newly renovated.
10/10
Exceptional
09 Aug 2017
Haare

Recommend

Staff helpful room was clean and tidy definatley would recommend
2/10
Poor
13 Jul 2017
Vince

Ok room if you like cold showers

Room was ok, very dated 70's era decor but clean and presentable, except for the complete lack of hot water for the shower. The manager said the gas ran out the previous evening, completely avoidable and inexcusable in this day and age, get a second bottle and put in a auto changeover switch, or at least give your customers a refund if you can't provide this basic commodity.
6/10
Pleasant
01 Jul 2017
johnny

only if u are desperate

the motel was very run down and we had a back unit which made us feel dirty. the carpet looked dirty and the walls and doors were marked. the bed was clean and comfortable but the microwave was not clean and the environment wasn't acceptable. the guy who checked us in was very helpful
8/10
Excellent
25 Jun 2017
Emma

Would stay again

Simple, clean room to sleep in - just what I was after. Had no problems at all.
6/10
Pleasant
23 Jun 2017
Verified traveler
There was no additional blanket & I was cold. The curtains didn't close properly so the room was light & it wasn't sound proof so I could hear all the noise. The TV was positioned way too high on the wall & wasn't comfortable to watch.
8/10
Excellent
15 May 2017
Verified traveler
The booking process was quick and easy. the motel easy to find as it is central. The motel itself is dated however had the essentials and clean. Good value for money...
10/10
Exceptional
14 May 2017
Dan

Great Value

Great customer service. Easy check in and check out. A very comfortable room. Very impressed for the price
8/10
Excellent
05 May 2017
Verified traveler

Overnight Stay

The room was comfortable and clean. Good location, easy access by car and eating areas nearby.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
25 Apr 2017
Phil
staff where very helpful and friendly
Family
8/10
Excellent
04 Apr 2017
Verified traveler
Room were clean and comfortable. Close to the city only 4 mins.
10/10
Exceptional
14 Mar 2017
Janet

Perfect location. Quiet.

Everything except the aircon was perfect. The aircon barely cooled the room.
6/10
Pleasant
01 Mar 2017
W

One night

Reasonable room for a night, $75. Comfy bed but noisy aircon.
8/10
Excellent
27 Jan 2017
Warren
Very friendly staff, very clean room. Pool was great. Would have liked a bit more water pressure in shower. Enjoyable.
8/10
Excellent
21 Jan 2017
Laura

Great for a solo traveller

Great little cheap hotel- internet was fast- bed was comfortable! Would def go back!
4/10
Poor
18 Jan 2017
Verified traveler
Tv not working, assumed room would be serviced but must have been mistaken in.my belief bc it was not
6/10
Pleasant
14 Jan 2017
Verified traveler

Overnight Stay, Overpriced

We were only staying here as an overnight stay after the drive up from Brisbane, so we weren't looking for much, just a comfortable bed. The room was clean and had everything we needed, the staff as well were fantastically accommodating, however when you pay the extra $10 compared to other motels, you expect just a little bit more. One pillow per person (no spares), air conditioning not turned on prior to us arriving, I realise they are just little things but they make the difference between an excellent experience and just an OK experience.
8/10
Excellent
27 Nov 2016
Verified traveler

Good value

Nice motel, quiet, just what we needed for an overnight stay.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
26 Nov 2016
Tania
comfortable and quiet
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
19 Nov 2016
lyn

Clean friendly hotel close to everything

Stayed for three nights . Room was clean and comfortable and staff were very accommodating , making sure I had everything I needed
6/10
Pleasant
29 Aug 2016
Verified traveler

Good for travellers passing through

A little far from main sights but convenient for a night when passing through town. Close to supermarkets etc.
10/10
Exceptional
19 Aug 2016
SALLI-ANN

Great Motel

W enjoy staying at the motel as it is in a great location.
Partner
4/10
Poor
30 May 2016
Peter
The room was in poor condition, the carpet was wet outside the shower, and when the room was locked up all day, was very musty smelling. Shower floor/room filled with water as the drain was too small. Queen bed was in need of replacement. There was no wifi available, and when asked why was told that \"Telstra said it was us and we say its them\", still no wifi that was advertised, and was a contributing factor that made the decision to stay there.
8/10
Excellent
15 Apr 2016
Bradly C
Real value for money
Partner
6/10
Pleasant
13 Jan 2016
Verified traveler

Adequate for my needs

For a one night stay, this room was adequate. Bed was comfortable and thank goodness for the air conditioner. Needs a new ironing board though.
6/10
Pleasant
06 Jan 2016
Verified traveler

Some clientelle are a bit dubious, police were cal

No face cloth, radio, phone - clean and handy but budget it is.
10/10
Exceptional
18 Oct 2015
Verified traveler

Value for money on Bowen road

Clean and renovated. Friends stayed as well and we're happy
10/10
Exceptional
09 Sep 2015
Melissa

Comfy Beds

This little beauty , was very pleasant to to stay at. Comfy beds . Wifi . I liked it and will stay again
Family
4/10
Poor
26 Aug 2015
Lou

Not happy

The room was not made up each day ( they tell me after I emailed them about my dissatisfied service they don't do that )
There was no daily replenish of coffee etc ( they don't do that either ) at 300$ for 3 night I would have expected something more than nothing
On the up side the bed was comfortable
Family
10/10
Exceptional
23 Aug 2015
Fran
Staff were only too helpful. We were only there for 2 days & were very pleased
10/10
Exceptional
31 Jul 2015
Lachlan

Great motel

Clean friendly staff and reasonably priced. Will be staying again

Location & surroundings

Townsville City Motel
36 Bowen Road, Townsville, Australia

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