Civic Guest House - Hostel

2.0 star property
Hostel in Townsville

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Front of property
Living area
Front of property
BBQ/picnic Area
Standard Room, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (Double Room with Air Con)

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Kitchen
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AU$74
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov

Explore the area

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262 Walker Street, Townsville, QLD, 4810
  • Place, Castle Hill
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Queensland Country Bank Stadium
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, The Strand Beach
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Townsville, QLD (TSV)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, Non Smoking (Double Room with Ensuite)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Ceiling fan
Coffee/tea maker
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Room, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (with Air Con)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Ceiling fan
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Standard Room, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (Double Room with Air Con)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Ceiling fan
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

6 Bed Mixed Dorm with Ensuite (18 - 35 years old)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Ceiling fan
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

4 Bed Mixed Dorm with Ensuite (18 - 35 years old)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Ceiling fan
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

4 Bed Mixed Dorm with Shared Bathroom (18 - 35 years old)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Ceiling fan
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

4 Bed Ladies Dorm with Ensuite Bathroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Ceiling fan
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

About the area

Townsville

Civic Guest House - Hostel places you steps from Castle Hill and within a short 5-minute stroll of Catholic Diocese of Townsville. Highlights at this hostel include free in-room WiFi. .This smoke-free hostel offers free WiFi in public areas, a games room and a library. Other amenities include laundry facilities, a terrace and a garden. There's also free parking nearby, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Sights within a 15-minute walk of this Townsville hostel include Perc Tucker Regional Gallery and The Strand Beach.

What's nearby

  • Castle Hill - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Queensland Country Bank Stadium - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Museum of Tropical Queensland - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • The Strand Beach - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Magnetic Island Ferry Terminal - 3 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • Townsville Station - 18 min walk
  • Townsville, QLD (TSV) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪A Touch of Salt - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪City Life Cafe - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Pedlar Project - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Cowboys Leagues Club - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Civic Guest House - Hostel

Hostel in Townsville
As a guest of Civic Guest House - Hostel, you'll find a library, a terrace, and barbecue grills. WiFi is free in public spaces. A vending machine, an arcade/games room, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Civic Guest House - Hostel.

This Townsville hostel is smoke free.

  • 29 guestrooms or units
  • Self-service laundry
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Games room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
Civic Guest House - Hostel offers 29 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and a ceiling fan. This Townsville hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking
  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge)

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 9:30 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 3 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open Monday - Sunday (8:30 AM - noon) and Monday - Sunday (2 PM - 9:30 PM)
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3 per cent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Alcohol isn't served at Civic Guest House - Hostel.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Civic Guest House - Hostel?

Civic Guest House - Hostel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Civic Guest House - Hostel?

As of 17 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Civic Guest House - Hostel on 22 Nov 2025 start from AU$74.25, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Are there any beaches close to Civic Guest House - Hostel?

Yep, Civic Guest House - Hostel is a short 15-minute walk from The Strand Beach.

Does Civic Guest House - Hostel have a waterslide?

No, there is no waterslide at Civic Guest House - Hostel, but Strand Waterpark is a short 18-minute walk away.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Civic Guest House - Hostel?

No, but there's an airport shuttle for a fee.

What time are check-in & check-out at Civic Guest House - Hostel?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Civic Guest House - Hostel?

No, only service animals are allowed.