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Our top choices for Picnic Bay motels

Pillow-top beds, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Banjo Paterson Motor Inn

Banjo Paterson Motor Inn
3.0 star property
Rosslea
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (304 reviews)
"Staff always friendly n polite. Room clean n tidy, breakfast was good."
Australia
Barry
The price is S$125
includes taxes & fees
13 Jul - 14 Jul
Banjo Paterson Motor Inn
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

Cascade Motel In Townsville

Cascade Motel In Townsville
2.0 star property
Rosslea
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (262 reviews)
"Stayed here a number of times. It is so clean, tidy and the rooms very spaceous. Home away from home, rather than a motel."
Australia
Jennifer
The price is S$116
includes taxes & fees
22 Jul - 23 Jul
Cascade Motel In Townsville
Outdoor pool, pool loungers

Billabong Lodge Motel

Billabong Lodge Motel
3.0 star property
Rosslea
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (277 reviews)
"Easy and secure parking right outside our room "
Australia
Janet
The price is S$129
includes taxes & fees
2 Jul - 3 Jul
Billabong Lodge Motel
Outdoor pool

Raintree Motel

Raintree Motel
3.0 star property
Hermit Park
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (339 reviews)
"Easy to find, good location "
Australia
R
The price is S$129
includes taxes & fees
14 Jul - 15 Jul
Raintree Motel
Outdoor pool, pool loungers

Monte Carlo Motor Inn

Monte Carlo Motor Inn
3.0 star property
Rosslea
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (273 reviews)
"Have stayed a couple of times now - nice place."
Australia
Anthony
The price is S$132
includes taxes & fees
13 Jul - 14 Jul
Monte Carlo Motor Inn
On the beach

Shoredrive Motel

Shoredrive Motel
3.5 star property
North Ward
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (682 reviews)
"A perfect place to stay for visiting Townsville"
United States
Caleb
The price is S$143
includes taxes & fees
20 Jul - 21 Jul
Shoredrive Motel
Breakfast served

Hotel Allen

Hotel Allen
3.0 star property
North Ward
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (4 reviews)
"Convenient location and very nice room and exceptionally comfortable bed and pillows. Thanks"
Australia
Kat
The price is S$137
includes taxes & fees
5 Jul - 6 Jul
Hotel Allen
Front of property

Beach House Motel

Beach House Motel
3.5 star property
North Ward
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (552 reviews)
"Great location comfy and clean."
Australia
Michael
The price is S$134
includes taxes & fees
20 Jul - 21 Jul
Beach House Motel
Desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing, free WiFi

Spanish Lace Motor Inn

Spanish Lace Motor Inn
2.0 star property
Rosslea
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (2 reviews)
"The family sized rooms were a size for a traveling family of 7."
United States
Matthew
The price is S$135
includes taxes & fees
20 Jul - 21 Jul
Spanish Lace Motor Inn
Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Castle Crest Motel

Castle Crest Motel
3.0 star property
North Ward
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (103 reviews)
"Fantastic motel, easy parking, quick check in and short walk to great fish and chip shop. Even though they were super busy the rooms are super quiet and spacious with no outside noise heard. Well set out with air fryer, fry pan and microwave so you reheat and eat in your room. "
Australia
Peter
The price is S$165
includes taxes & fees
14 Jul - 15 Jul
Castle Crest Motel
Blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds, free WiFi

The Colonial Rose Motel

The Colonial Rose Motel
3.5 star property
Mundingburra
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (216 reviews)
"Very nice quite place"
Australia
Carol
The price is S$127
includes taxes & fees
15 Jul - 16 Jul
The Colonial Rose Motel
Courtyard

Summit Motel

Summit Motel
2.5 star property
Townsville
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (401 reviews)
"Handy location, clean, staff helpful"
Australia
David
The price is S$132
includes taxes & fees
15 Jul - 16 Jul
Summit Motel
Children’s activities

Yongala Lodge by The Strand

Yongala Lodge by The Strand
3.5 star property
North Ward
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (308 reviews)
"Large room, good shower and AC. Ideal for 1 night stopover."
United Kingdom
andrew
The price is S$160
includes taxes & fees
8 Jul - 9 Jul
Yongala Lodge by The Strand
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Top Picnic Bay Hotel Reviews

Madison Plaza Townsville

Madison Plaza Townsville

10/10 Excellent
"Check with check-in re parking as it’s across the street and around the corner from the hotel, not ideal, however they do say pull up out front in the loading zone get your cases out, go park then check in"
Shirley 2-night trip
Posted 3 hours ago
Madison Plaza Townsville

Find out more about Picnic Bay

Picnic Bay Motels information

Number of reviews
3,723
Accommodation
24 Motels
Lowest Price
S$116
Highest Price
S$165

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Picnic Bay?
If you're having difficulty finding a motel in Picnic Bay, consider some of the motels we suggest around the area or let Expedia help you find a similar property from more than 45 hotels and other accommodation options. Simply filter using our search tools by nightly room rate or money-saving amenities such as free parking and free airport transport.
What's it like to stay in a motel?
At many motels, you're likely to find free parking and an outdoor pool. When you stay at a motel property, you'll often have access to your room directly from the car park. In the US, motels became more commonplace after World War II with the popularity of car travel and road trip holidays, peaking in the mid-1960s with more than 60,000 properties.
What are the best motels in Picnic Bay?
Here you'll find some of our customers' top motels in the larger area. Tropical Palms: Enjoy access to the full-service spa, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Shoredrive Motel: Free WiFi, free parking and laundry facilities are available during your stay. Central Picnic Bay is 5 mi (8.1 km) away. Monte Carlo Motor Inn: Enjoy access to the laundry facilities, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Located 8.8 mi (14.2 km) from the heart of Picnic Bay. Hotel Allen: Central Picnic Bay is 5.6 mi (8.9 km) away. Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities such as a Smart TV. Beach House Motel: 5.4 mi (8.7 km) from the heart of Picnic Bay. Enjoy access to the snack bar/deli, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking.
What can I do in Picnic Bay?
Those who've visited Picnic Bay like the beaches. As you're sightseeing around the area, make sure that you enjoy all there is to see and do. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Magnetic Island National Park, Picnic Bay Beach and Bolger Bay Nature Refuge. You'll find these family-friendly sights in the area: Maritime Museum of Townsville, Riverway Lagoon and Billabong Sanctuary. While you're exploring the area, consider visiting Magnetic Island Golf Course, Horseshoe Bay Beach and The Strand Beach.
What's the weather like in Picnic Bay?
Weather can make or break a road trip, so here's some data about year-round temperatures in Picnic Bay to help you plan yours: The hottest months are usually December and January, with an average temperature of 27°C, while the coldest months are July and August, with an average of 20°C. The rainiest months in Picnic Bay are January, February, March and December, with each month seeing an average of 233 mm of rainfall.
What are my options for getting around Picnic Bay while staying in a motel?
We've gathered some information about local transportation options in Picnic Bay to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Townsville, QLD (TSV), which is located 7.1 mi (11.4 km) away from the city centre. If you'd like to explore around the area, you may want to rent a car for your trip.

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