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Waters Edge The Strand

4.0 star property

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Deluxe Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Living area | 45-inch TV with digital channels, Netflix, books
Front of property
2 outdoor pools, open 7:30 AM to 10:30 PM, sun loungers
Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • Kitchen
The current price is $137
$124 nightly
$137 total
Total with taxes and fees
Jun 18 - Jun 19

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63 64 The Strand, North Ward, QLD, 4810
  • Place, The Strand Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Strand Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Castle Hill
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Airport, Townsville, QLD (TSV)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Studio with Ocean View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 569 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Studio Unit | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Studio Unit

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(42 reviews)
  • 463 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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45-inch TV with digital channels, Netflix, books

Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom

7.2 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • 391 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Studio with Courtyard View | Terrace/patio

Studio with Courtyard View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 391 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Living area | 45-inch TV with digital channels, Netflix, books

Deluxe Apartment, 1 Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 569 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Family Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Family Apartment, 1 Bedroom

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Townsville

With a stay at Waters Edge The Strand in Townsville (North Ward), you'll be within a 15-minute walk of Strand Waterpark and Castle Hill. .This beach hotel is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Jezzine Barracks and 1 mi (1.5 km) from Museum of Tropical Queensland.

What's nearby

  • The Strand Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Strand Park - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Queens Gardens - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Strand Waterpark - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Castle Hill - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • Townsville Station - 8 min drive
  • Townsville, QLD (TSV) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hotel Allen - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Tobruk Kiosk - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Match (Grill & Bar) - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Spuntino - ‬17 min walk

About this property

Waters Edge The Strand

Waters Edge The Strand offers 47 air-conditioned accommodations with hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations include desks. Accommodations at this 4-star hotel have kitchenettes with refrigerators, stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)). Televisions come with digital channels and Netflix. Housekeeping is provided daily.

2 outdoor swimming pools are on site.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Make yourself at home in one of the 47 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring kitchenettes with refrigerators and stovetops. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Conveniences include desks and microwaves, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access. Additional features at this hotel include a picnic area, barbecue grills, and a vending machine. Guests can get around on the shuttle (surcharge), which operates within 7 kilometers.
Featured amenities include luggage storage, an elevator, and a vending machine. Guests may use a ferry terminal shuttle for a surcharge, and free self parking is available onsite.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Area shuttle (surcharge) up to 7 km
  • Train station pick-up and drop-off shuttle (surcharge) from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM
  • Train station shuttle on request
  • Bus station shuttle (surcharge)
  • Casino shuttle (surcharge)
  • Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Shopping center shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free secured, covered self parking on site
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Bicycle cleaning area
  • Bicycle storage
  • Books

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Fenced pool
  • In-room crib
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Pool gate
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • On the beach
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible train station shuttle
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 45-inch TV with digital channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the ferry terminal, train station, and bus station (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open Monday to Friday (9:00 AM – noon), Monday to Friday (1:00 PM – 5:00 PM), and Saturday to Sunday (9:00 AM – noon)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk, lockbox, private entrance

Pets

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

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 50.0 per night
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 50.0 per night

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

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, debit cards, mobile payments, and cash
Mobile payment options include: Google Pay, Apple Pay, and Samsung Pay
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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

We should mention

Pool access available from 7:30 AM to 10:30 PM
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property
Parking height restrictions apply

Property is also known as

Best Western Reef International Hotel Townsville
Best Western Reef International Townsville
Waters Edge Strand Apartment North Ward
Waters Edge Strand Apartment
Waters Edge Strand North Ward
Waters Edge Strand
Waters Edge The Strand Hotel Townsville
Waters Edge The Strand Townsville
Waters Edge The Strand Hotel
Waters Edge The Strand North Ward
Waters Edge The Strand Hotel North Ward

Waters Edge The Strand Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 492 out of 914 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 317 out of 914 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 74 out of 914 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 21 out of 914 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 914 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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8/10 Good

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, friendly staff, spacious room.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Cristy

Liked: Cleanliness
Easy after hours check in process, clean room, great location
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Robyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Accommodation was clean easy parking friendly staff we always stay there close to everything
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great location.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

Ben

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location for everything on the strand!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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8/10 Good

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely location close to restaurants and beach front esplanade
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Waters Edge offer a perfect location for an overnight stay in Townsville.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location! Easy access to beach and restaurants. Rooms comfortable and quiet.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Reginald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location, very tidy.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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8/10 Good

Nick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Really enjoyed our stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Ray

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
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8/10 Good

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic location, very clean and comfortable room. Safe locked up parking under the building was a plus.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Francisco

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Decent rooms, walking distance to anything you need.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were absolutely amazing! So friendly and nothing was too much trouble. Love the location also, beautiful views and close to restaurants. Would happily stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Nathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly staff, very accommodating, convenient location, nice room. Cold aircon.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Grant

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Sylvia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice modern room
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very conveniently located
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Shane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and a nice clean room with balcony water view. I recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness
Rooms were clean. Staff friendly. Rooms/furniture probably ready for some updating. Pool was lovely.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Located in the middle of the strand, well placed to explore the surrounding area. The unit was very comfotable and clean. Very enjoyable stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dallas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location with friendly staff. Plenty of dining options and right on the strand.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely quiet property on the strand, easy walking to all dining and supermarkets, great place to stay.
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Myna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent views, friendly staff, clean and spacious room and a perfect location.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024