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Waters Edge The Strand

4.0 star property
On beach with 2 outdoor pools for sandy fun near Strand Waterpark

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2 outdoor pools, open 7:30 AM to 10:30 PM, pool loungers
Deluxe Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Living area
Front of property
Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • Kitchen
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
The current price is AU$170
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct

Explore the area

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63 64 The Strand, North Ward, QLD, 4810
  • Place, Castle Hill
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Magnetic Island Ferry Terminal
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Place, Townsville Entertainment & Convention Centre
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Townsville, QLD (TSV)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

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1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Studio with Ocean View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
  • 53 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Studio Unit

Studio Unit

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(40 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
  • 43 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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45-inch TV with digital channels, Netflix, books

Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Studio with Courtyard View | Terrace/patio

Studio with Courtyard View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Apartment, 1 Bedroom

Deluxe Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Living area

Deluxe Apartment, 1 Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
  • 53 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

About the area

Townsville

At Waters Edge The Strand you'll be within just a 15-minute stroll of Strand Waterpark and Castle Hill. Highlights at this beachfront hotel include 2 outdoor swimming pools, and in-room kitchenettes and free WiFi. .Spend the day at the beach and enjoy the on-site pool loungers. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a terrace and a garden. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an area shuttle. .Sights within a 20-minute walk of this North Ward hotel include Museum of Tropical Queensland and Jezzine Barracks.

What's nearby

  • The Strand Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Castle Hill - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Magnetic Island Ferry Terminal - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Queensland Country Bank Stadium - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Townsville Entertainment & Convention Centre - 4 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

  • Townsville Station - 9 min drive
  • Townsville, QLD (TSV) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Marina Coffee - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Tobruk Kiosk - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Seaview Hotel - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Juliette's - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Waters Edge The Strand

On beach with 2 outdoor pools for sandy fun near Strand Waterpark
Waters Edge The Strand offers its guests 2 outdoor swimming pools. Public spaces have free WiFi. An area shuttle within 7 kilometres, a casino shuttle and a train station drop-off service are available for a fee. A terrace, barbecue grills, and a vending machine are also featured at the business-friendly Waters Edge The Strand. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Townsville hotel.

  • 47 guestrooms or units
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Lift
  • Smoking in designated areas
Waters Edge The Strand offers 47 air-conditioned accommodations with a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation includes desks. Kitchenettes offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and 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 on a daily basis.

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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 transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Area shuttle (surcharge) up to 7 kilometres
  • Train station pick-up 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 centre shuttle (surcharge)
  • Train station drop-off (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 cot
  • 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
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

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

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot
  • 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
  • Hob
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • 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 from Monday to Friday (9:00 AM to noon), Monday to Friday (1:00 PM to 5:00 PM) and Saturday to Sunday (9:00 AM to 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

Access methods

Staffed front desk, lockbox, private entrance

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 50.0 per night.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

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.

  • 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

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, debit cards, mobile payments and cash
Mobile payment options include: Google Pay, Apple Pay and Samsung Pay
Cashless transactions are available
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, Diners Club, debit cards, cash, mobile payments, Google Pay, Apple Pay and Samsung Pay. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 7:30 AM to 10:30 PM
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

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

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Waters Edge The Strand?

Waters Edge The Strand offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Waters Edge The Strand?

As of 28 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Waters Edge The Strand on 29 Oct 2025 start from AU$169.68, 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 Waters Edge The Strand?

Yep, Waters Edge The Strand has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Waters Edge The Strand?

Yep, Waters Edge The Strand is on The Strand Beach.

Does Waters Edge The Strand have a pool?

Waters Edge The Strand has 2 outdoor swimming pools. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger. The pool is open 7:30 AM to 10:30 PM.

Does Waters Edge The Strand have a waterslide?

No, there is no waterslide at Waters Edge The Strand, but Strand Waterpark is a short 8-minute walk away.

Is Waters Edge The Strand family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as 2 outdoor pools and a BBQ, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Waters Edge The Strand is a hit with families.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Waters Edge The Strand?

No, Waters Edge The Strand does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Waters Edge The Strand?

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

Are pets allowed at Waters Edge The Strand?

No, only service animals are allowed.