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The Colonial Rose Motel

3.5 star property
Suburban motel in Townsville with free parking

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Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Property grounds
Reception
Restaurant
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
The current price is AU$153
includes taxes & fees
20 July - 21 July

Explore the area

Map
23 Bowen Road, Mundingburra, QLD, 4812
  • Mater Hospital Pimlico
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Queensland Country Bank Stadium
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Magnetic Island Ferry Terminal
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Townsville, QLD (TSV)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (King Room)

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (King Room)

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (King Room)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Executive Room, Non Smoking

Executive Room, Non Smoking

Executive Room, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Room, Non Smoking

Family Room, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Washer/dryer
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed and 3 Single Beds

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Standard Double or Twin Room, Non Smoking

Standard Double or Twin Room, Non Smoking

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
Shower/bath combination
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

About the area

Townsville

At The Colonial Rose Motel you'll be within a 20-minute stroll of Mater Hospital Pimlico and Anderson Park Botanical Gardens. Highlights at this motel include an outdoor swimming pool and in-room free WiFi. .This motel has free WiFi in public areas, barbecues and dry cleaning/laundry services. Additionally, you'll find laundry facilities and luggage storage. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .In the area of this 3.5-property class Mundingburra motel, you'll find Magnetic Island Ferry Terminal.
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What's nearby

  • Mater Hospital Pimlico - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Castle Hill - 3 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Queensland Country Bank Stadium - 4 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Magnetic Island Ferry Terminal - 7 min drive - 6.2 km
  • James Cook University - 12 min drive - 6.5 km

Getting around

  • Townsville Station - 4 min drive
  • Townsville, QLD (TSV) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Pizza Riviera Hermit Park - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Satay Mas - ‬11 min walk

About this property

The Colonial Rose Motel

Suburban motel in Townsville with free parking
The Colonial Rose Motel offers its guests an outdoor pool, barbecue grills, and laundry facilities. Public spaces have free WiFi. The Colonial Rose Motel also features dry cleaning/laundry services and room service (during limited hours). Self parking is free.
  • 35 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Conference space
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Storage area for luggage
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Newspapers for purchase
The Colonial Rose Motel offers 35 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and microwaves. Bathrooms include baths or showers, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Townsville motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and a ceiling fan. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Cot (surcharge)
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Newspapers in lobby

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Conference space

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • 2 floors
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Cot (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

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

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: 8:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Monday - Friday (8:00 AM - 8:00 PM) and Saturday - Sunday (9:00 AM - 6:00 PM)
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk, lockbox

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 10.0 per day.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for AUD 5.0 per night.

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.

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 5.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 10.0 per day

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

National rating

This property has been awarded a star rating from the Australian star ratings agency, Star Ratings Australia.

Property is also known as

Colonial Rose Motel Mundingburra
Colonial Rose Motel
Colonial Rose Mundingburra
Colonial Rose
The Colonial Rose Motel Motel
The Colonial Rose Motel Mundingburra
The Colonial Rose Motel Motel Mundingburra

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Colonial Rose Motel?

The Colonial Rose Motel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Colonial Rose Motel?

As of 16 July 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Colonial Rose Motel on 20 July 2025 start from AU$152.73, 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.

Is parking available at The Colonial Rose Motel?

Yep, The Colonial Rose Motel has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to The Colonial Rose Motel?

The closest beach to The Colonial Rose Motel is The Strand Beach (5.6 km).

Does The Colonial Rose Motel have a pool?

The Colonial Rose Motel has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger.

Is The Colonial Rose Motel family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities and a BBQ, as well as cots/infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that The Colonial Rose Motel is a hit with families.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Colonial Rose Motel?

No, The Colonial Rose Motel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Colonial Rose Motel?

Check-in begins at noon. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Colonial Rose Motel?

No, pets are not allowed.

The Colonial Rose Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 130 out of 203 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 55 out of 203 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 203 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 203 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 203 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Majella

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

M

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Noisy

Normally this would not be too close to the busy road, but sound proffing in the room was zero, woken up early by traffic. Wifi poor
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Mary

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was clean Outside area was terrible where large drain was very unkempt
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Justin

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Solid Building, staff were friendly and efficient. However, Rooms werent clean, blankets on the bed were dirty covered in food, the bathrooms were dirty, ???? Snot on the wall behind the towel holder
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Craig and Juliana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

KEVIN

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

KEVIN

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Always great
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rick

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great no complaints at all.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

David

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice motel, very big rooms and everything I needed was there. Check in and out was very easy.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Justine, Preston

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
James the staff member who greeted us was so lovely. We flew in early from Brisbane, dropped our bag off and he organised our room to be ready asap, which we appreciated so much! The room was so clean, with great amenities. Thanks Team :)
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great price with clean rooms and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff were friendly and helpful. Property was well signed and room was clean.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Adrian

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great value for money, clean & comfortable.

Very simple check in, provided with fresh milk. Clean comfortable room with space. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A wonderful little gem. Very comfortable rooms and the food was top notch.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gillian

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very happy with our room. Very clean and cosy. King size bed was appreciated and was comfortable. Lovely garden setting which is well looked after.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Madelaine

Travelled with family, Business traveller, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It's good.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Olaf

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Reasonably close to town And relatively inexpensive. Not the best area of town
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Margaret

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything was clean and comfortable and in good working order. I had a very late check-in and very early departure so did not meet staff but phone communication was polite and helpful. Key pick up procedure was effectively communicated and seamless. A positive experience.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debbie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ray

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

vania

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very clean , polite and friendly staff Found the bed a bit soft but thats a personal preference not a complaint
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024