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Castle Crest Motel

3.0 star property
Motel in Townsville with free parking

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Located in North Ward, Castle Crest Motel combines relaxation with practicality. Guests enjoy the peaceful garden setting and essential amenities like laundry facilities and luggage storage. Free in-room WiFi keeps everyone connected after a day of activities.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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Showing 4 of 4 rooms

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Motel Queen Upstairs

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
Electric kettle
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Self Contained Twin

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Family Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Washer/dryer
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 47 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed OR 1 Queen Bed and 2 Large Twin Beds

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Studio | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Studio

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
Electric kettle
Toaster
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
2 Rose Street, North Ward, QLD, 4810

What's nearby

  • The Strand Beach - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Strand Park - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Castle Hill - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Queensland Country Bank Stadium - 4 min drive - 2.7 miles
  • Magnetic Island Ferry Terminal - 5 min drive - 3.0 miles

Getting around

  • Townsville Station - 10 min drive
  • Townsville, QLD (TSV) - 5 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Seagulls Restaurant - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Shorehouse - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Watermark Townsville - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Tide Cafe - ‬16 min walk

About this property

Castle Crest Motel

Motel near Magnetic Island Ferry Terminal
Castle Crest Motel provides amenities like a garden and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • Luggage storage, a vending machine, and barbecue grills
Room features
All guestrooms at Castle Crest Motel include comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • Microwaves, toasters, and electric kettles

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free covered self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 8 PM
Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
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 8 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Castle Crest Motel North Ward
Castle Crest North Ward
Castle Crest
Castle Crest Motel Motel
Castle Crest Motel North Ward
Castle Crest Motel Motel North Ward

Frequently asked questions

Does Castle Crest Motel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Castle Crest Motel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Castle Crest Motel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Castle Crest Motel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Castle Crest Motel?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Castle Crest Motel located?

Located in North Ward, this motel is within a 10-minute walk of Jezzine Barracks and The Strand Beach. Strand Park and Army Museum North Queensland are also within 15 minutes.

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Castle Crest Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 68 out of 101 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 28 out of 101 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 101 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 101 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 101 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay, clean and tidy.. we could walk everywhere we needed.. enjoyable.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Denise was a fantastic host, very friendly and helpful. Room was spacious, very clean and has pretty much everything you need. Very well priced, great value for money. Will definitely stay here again in future.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All good. very pleasant place to stay, Staff very helpful
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Toby

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had an amazing stay at Castle Crest Motel. The staff were great. The room was not fancy, but it was clean, up-to-date, and well maintained. The location is an easy walk to the Strand and the beach. If I return to Townsville in the future (I hope I do!) I will definitely book here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tom

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Tanya is awesome.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

katrina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lady at front office very friendly and happy. Great location The aircon in the room is located in wrong spot , need a fan down near queen bed as not much ventilation and was quite hot for the night
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stefan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Gerne wieder

Das Zimmer ist sehr schön eingerichtet und neu renoviert. Die kleine Nische mit Geschirr, Besteck und Toaster reicht gut für ein normales Frühstück. Alles ist super organisiert. Einzig das Bettsofa ist für Erwachsene etwas unbequem.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
All good
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Erika

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Das Zimmer war frisch renoviert und für uns beide groß genug, Badezimmer auch neuwertig, großer Kühlschrank, Mikrowelle, Toaster und Wasserkocher, Tee und Kaffee, Geschirr für zwei Personen.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Standard motel

Standard Motel, decent location. Host was very accommodating for our late arrival. Didn't expect the "twin bed" in the 3 person room to be a pullout couch type bed, which was uncomfortable for the guest, so heads up for that. Birds at night were pretty loud and you could hear them in the room, so recommend ear plugs.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kaitlyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Recommend

Very comfortable and newly renovated. Convenient location, friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

colin crook

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

fantastic

very quiet ,close to where we needed to be
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vijay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
was clean
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to The Strand Nice tidy room with comfy size
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Maurice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean and well maintained. Check in was quick and simple. The bed was comfortable, the room quiet. A good place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

katrina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great welcoming when arrived, just bit nosiy with windows open on top level with party people on lower level.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Maurice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Despite the Expedia booking of a Motel Queen room, we were booked into a room for the disabled. The receptionist queried our booking and looked for an alternative, but decided that was the best option, which we found to be very good. We stayed for one night. The room and associated bathroom were quite large because of there special purpose. The room had a queen and a king bed and was very clean and well maintained. A cooktop, microwave, full size refrigerator, toaster, electric kettle were all available. While not needing the special features, we found the room to be very comfortable and spacious. While close to a main road, it was very quiet. The motel was within an easy walk to the Strand, which we benefitted from as we strolled along the Strand viewing the sea and a sculpture competition. A very pleasant stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Castle Crest Motel is a great place to stay as it is so close to the strand and essential supplies. The staff are all so friendly and helpful. The unit was clean and had everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Jacinta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
iT AS NICE AND CLEAN, and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay for that overnight stay. Very clean and comfortable. Pricing of room is very reasonable.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hosts are amazing and very accommodating. Very neat and tidy and in a nice part of townsville
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cassandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Denise was so welcoming and friendly. The room was very clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

One nighter

A basic motel clean and reasonably close to the city and the Strand.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Received a lovely warm and friendly welcome from Denise, whose bubbly demeanour continued throughout the stay, which exceeded expectation in size, cleanliness and facilities in the room. Also, a great location close to the Strand and to access routes to and from city.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Enjoyed our brief stay.

Well set-up, clean, convenient, friendly and helpful staff, quick drive to restaurants. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2021

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