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Our top choices for Picnic Bay motels

1. Hotel Allen

North Ward

Nola

₹8,720 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Sept - 19 Sept

2. Shoredrive Motel

North Ward

Steve

₹8,528 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

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

3. Banjo Paterson Motor Inn

Rosslea

Leon

₹9,490 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Sept - 23 Sept

4. Monte Carlo Motor Inn

Rosslea

Anthony

₹10,122 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Sept - 17 Sept

5. Beach House Motel

North Ward

Peter

₹9,902 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

6. Cascade Motel In Townsville

Rosslea

Glen

₹9,079 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

7. Raintree Motel

Hermit Park

₹9,902 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Sept - 17 Sept

Studio | Desk, iron/ironing board (on request), free WiFi, bed sheets

8. Castle Crest Motel

North Ward

Allira

₹12,693 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

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Top Picnic Bay Hotel Reviews

Seahaven Resort

8/10 Good

"Very well located property. We stayed in the premium apartment. It is newly renovated. Extremely comfortable and clean. Kitchenette available and a full size fridge. Staff very friendly sand welcoming. Situated behind the hotel so easy access to incredible meals, well priced drinks with a sea view. Highly recommend as value for money."

Rambutan Resort

10/10 Excellent

"The room was lovely, beautiful, smells amazing. Easy access to the pool which I loved. The staff was amazing! Helpful, polite, prompt in resolving things - bedside lamp was not working, came to replace. You also need to ask the staff how to connect the TV to your hotspot if you want to watch Youtube / netflix. It is not a given even though it is a smart TV. I think these information could be mentioned upfront to guests, and not wait for them to ask. The initiative would be great. Only small issue when I checked in, there was a used towel behind the shower door, i reckon house keeping did not do a thorough check. Otherwise, the reception took on the feedback really well and promptly. I checked in late arvo, the cafe did not have much snack options to dine, the top restaurant /bar is only opened 5pm? So i have to wait. Pizza was amazing! Oh parking was abit of a meh when I was trying to find the hotel. They only gave directions to the parking after I circled around twice and parked across the streets, to go in and enquire. I would appreciate parking directions to be made known / informed prior to arriving - perhaps information can be send to email first etc. Once I got the info, the parking was easy. It's just hidden."

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Picnic Bay Motels information

Number of reviews	2,603
Accommodation	19 Motels
Lowest Price	₹8,314
Highest Price	₹12,693

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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 44 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. Hotel Allen: Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities such as a Smart TV. Central Picnic Bay is 5.6 mi (8.9 km) away. Shoredrive Motel: Enjoy access to the laundry facilities, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Located 5 mi (8.1 km) from the heart of Picnic Bay. Billabong Lodge Motel: Central Picnic Bay is 9.1 mi (14.6 km) away. A children's pool, free parking and laundry facilities are available during your stay. 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: Riverway Lagoon, Billabong Sanctuary and Strand Waterpark. While you're exploring the area, consider visiting Magnetic Island Golf Course, Nelly Bay Beach and Horseshoe Bay 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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Our top choices for Picnic Bay motels

1. Hotel Allen

2. Shoredrive Motel

3. Banjo Paterson Motor Inn

4. Monte Carlo Motor Inn

5. Beach House Motel

6. Cascade Motel In Townsville

7. Raintree Motel

8. Castle Crest Motel

9. Yongala Lodge by The Strand

10. Billabong Lodge Motel

11. The Colonial Rose Motel

12. Summit Motel

Top Picnic Bay Hotel Reviews

Seahaven Resort

The Ville Resort - Casino

Grand Hotel and Apartments Townsville

Rambutan Resort

Avenues Xchange

The Palmer Collective

Allure Hotel & Apartments

Vale Hotel

Holiday Inn Townsville by IHG

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Our top choices for Picnic Bay motels

1. Hotel Allen

2. Shoredrive Motel

3. Banjo Paterson Motor Inn

4. Monte Carlo Motor Inn

5. Beach House Motel

6. Cascade Motel In Townsville

7. Raintree Motel

8. Castle Crest Motel

9. Yongala Lodge by The Strand

10. Billabong Lodge Motel

11. The Colonial Rose Motel

12. Summit Motel

Top Picnic Bay Hotel Reviews

Seahaven Resort

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