Your Northern Queensland Vacation

Make planning your next big adventure quick and easy with a Northern Queensland vacation package. Whether it's the food scene, history or something else entirely that brings you to this destination, our package deals will help you discover it all. With so much to see on a trip to Northern Queensland, it can be hard to know where to start. Kick off your journey in Townsville at Magnetic Island National Park and The Strand Beach — two leading attractions here. Another great city to add to your itinerary is Ayr. Be sure not to miss Stardust Drive-In Theatre and Nelsons Lagoon Park. If you're ready to stop daydreaming and start doing, Expedia will help turn your Northern Queensland vacation into reality.

Where to stay in North Queensland

Find the best North Queensland areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about North Queensland

Queens Gardens featuring forests and a park

North Ward

2 out of top 10 points of interest in this area

North Ward is known for its pristine beaches, and you can make a stop by Strand Waterpark and The Strand Beach while in the area.

Discover the most popular places to visit in North Queensland

Magnetic Island Ferry Terminal

4.5/5(18 reviews)

This easy-to-navigate and very scenic transport hub is the gateway to the beaches, bush walks and wildlife of one of Queensland’s most idyllic islands.

The Strand showing tropical scenes and a garden as well as a small group of people

The Strand Beach

4.5/5(3 reviews)

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at The Strand Beach during your travels in Townsville? While in this walkable area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Magnetic Island National Park

4.5/5(13 reviews)

Take in panoramic views, spot koalas in eucalyptus trees, clamber over granite boulders and stroll along a golden-sand beach in this idyllic nature reserve.

What to do in North Queensland

Island Pub Crawl with Lunch and High Speed Boat Tour in Brisbane

$106

per adult

North Stradbroke Island Day Tour from Brisbane – Small Group

$133

per adult

100% of travellers recommend

Afternoon Moreton Bay Sailing Tour

$85

per adult

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North Queensland Hotel Deals

Aquarius on the Beach

75 The Strand North Ward QLD

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$102 nightly

$112 total

Apr 5 - Apr 6

Total with taxes and fees

8.6/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)

Adequate

Reviewed on Mar 22, 2026

Madison Plaza Townsville

409 Flinders St. Townsville QLD

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$104 nightly

$114 total

Mar 25 - Mar 26

Total with taxes and fees

7.2/10 Good! (1,001 reviews)

This great hotel adjoins the City Arcade, with Woolworths, a chemist, hairdresser, bottleshop and other shops. Very close to everything in the city centre. The temperaturewas kept perfect by the airconditioner. Lovely rooms. Friendly staff. Very clean. Comfortable beds. Slept the best in ages.

Reviewed on Mar 19, 2026

Ardo

67 SIR LESLIE THIESS DRIVE Townsville QLD

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$188 nightly

$208 total

Apr 23 - Apr 24

Total with taxes and fees

9.6/10 Exceptional! (323 reviews)

Fantastic hotel. Great location next to the Casino. Good dining options, rooms are extremely well appointed for business and pleasure. As someone who travels frequently for work, this is the best Property option in Townsville - only one of its calibre.

Reviewed on Mar 23, 2026

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