Shelly Beach

Townsville

A rocky shoreline with waves crashing onto the beach under a clear sky.

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Shelly Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Shelly Beach during your trip to Shelly Beach? While you're in the area, wander around the parks.
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Things to do

SeaLink Magnetic Island Ferry return trip from Townsville

SeaLink Magnetic Island Ferry return trip from Townsville

$33
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
SeaLink Magnetic Island Ferry return trip from Townsville
Townsville Sunset Sail Cruise Boat Tour Charter Hire Sailing Hire

Townsville Sunset Sail Cruise Boat Tour Charter Hire Sailing Hire

$82
per adult
Townsville Sunset Sail Cruise Boat Tour Charter Hire Sailing Hire
Magnetic Island: Sunset & Shipwreck Cruise

Magnetic Island: Sunset & Shipwreck Cruise

$71
per adult
Magnetic Island: Sunset & Shipwreck Cruise
Townsville Boat Cruise & Yacht Club Lunch Package Sailing Charter

Townsville Boat Cruise & Yacht Club Lunch Package Sailing Charter

$135
per adult
Townsville Boat Cruise & Yacht Club Lunch Package Sailing Charter
Jetski Hire Magnetic Island customers

Magnetic Island 30-Minute Jet Ski Hire – 1 to 4 People

$93
per traveler
Magnetic Island 30-Minute Jet Ski Hire – 1 to 4 People
Great insta moments at sunset

Magnetic Island Sip and Sail Sunset Cruise

$103
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Magnetic Island Sip and Sail Sunset Cruise
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Shelly Beach Hotel Deals

The Ville Resort - Casino

The Ville Resort - Casino

4.5 out of 5
Sir Leslie Thiess Drive Townsville QLD
$139 nightly
The price is $155 total per night from Nov 17 to Nov 18
$155 total
Nov 17 - Nov 18
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Townsville. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"Great place to stay. Clean, nice pool and great restaurant facilities."

Reviewed on Oct 14, 2026

The Ville Resort - Casino
Ardo

Ardo

5 out of 5
67 SIR LESLIE THIESS DRIVE Townsville QLD
$179 nightly
The price is $200 total per night from Nov 8 to Nov 9
$200 total
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Townsville. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 restaurants. Popular attractions Townsville Entertainment & Convention Centre ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (378 reviews)
"Wow! This has to be one of my most favourite hotels of all time. I can’t wait to go back."

Reviewed on Oct 7, 2026

Ardo
Hotel Allen

Hotel Allen

3 out of 5
Eyre Street North Ward QLD
$82 nightly
The price is $91 total per night from Nov 17 to Nov 18
$91 total
Nov 17 - Nov 18
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this motel in Townsville. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions Queens ...
Hotel Allen
Mercure Townsville

Mercure Townsville

3.5 out of 5
166 Woolcock Street Currajong QLD
$97 nightly
The price is $106 total per night from Oct 25 to Oct 26
$106 total
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Townsville. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
Mercure Townsville
Grand Hotel and Apartments Townsville

Grand Hotel and Apartments Townsville

4.5 out of 5
8-10 Palmer Street South Townsville QLD
$106 nightly
The price is $118 total per night from Oct 25 to Oct 26
$118 total
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Townsville. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"Professionalism exceeds expectations and the room setup provides extra security The balcony adding a private outside escape Just perfect"

Reviewed on Oct 18, 2026

Grand Hotel and Apartments Townsville
Aquarius on the Beach

Aquarius on the Beach

4 out of 5
75 The Strand North Ward QLD
$104 nightly
The price is $115 total per night from Oct 25 to Oct 26
$115 total
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Total with taxes and 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 ...
Aquarius on the Beach
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Where to stay in Shelly Beach

Find the best Shelly Beach areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Shelly Beach
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A beach with palm trees and a sunset.

The Strand

The beaches and abundant dining options are top of the list for many visitors to The Strand. A stop by The Strand Beach or Strand Waterpark might round out your trip.

A beach with clear blue water, a sandy shore, palm trees, and a mountain in the background.

North Ward

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.

A wooden sign for the Maritime Museum of Townsville.

South Townsville

Visitors highly recommend South Townsville for its abundant dining options, and you can make a stop by Maritime Museum of Townsville while you're in town.

A coastal cityscape with a prominent hill, a lighthouse, and a large body of water.

Kirwan

While there might not be top attractions in Kirwan, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Willows Shopping Centre and Riverway Lagoon.

A mountain with a sunset in the background and modern buildings in the foreground.

Railway Estate

If you're spending some time in Railway Estate, Reid Park Street Circuit and Queensland Country Bank Stadium are top sights worth seeing.

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