West End Travel Guide
Townsville
Popular places to visit
Queensland Country Bank Stadium
Catch an event at Queensland Country Bank Stadium during your trip to Townsville.
The Strand Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at The Strand Beach during your travels in Townsville? While in this walkable area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Castle Hill
Catch the sea breezes on this pink granite landmark in the city’s heart and enjoy 360-degree views of the city’s harbor and across to Magnetic Island.
Strand Park
Strand Park is just one of the places to see in Townsville, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its charming cafes.
Queens Gardens
Walk beneath ancient hoop pines, navigate a maze, see the Australian cockatoos or have a picnic in the lush setting of these tropical gardens.
Museum of Tropical Queensland
Set out on a discovery tour of the cultural and natural heritage of North Queensland in this interactive waterfront museum with ever-changing exhibits.
Top hotels in West End
Aquarius on the Beach
Excellent room. Reception Staff very so helpful and friendly. The beach view was magnificent. The key tag system for electronic entry is so much better than bulky keys
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Grand Hotel and Apartments Townsville
Great location, clean and comfortable room
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Madison Plaza Townsville
Whilst this facility was being renovated our room was clean and co.fortable and the staff were friendly and helpful
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Ardo
Minor damage to some of joinery which I would to be fixed in a hotel of this standard. Shower was in need of a good clean.
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Rambutan Resort
I didn't order breakfast
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Hotel Grand Chancellor Townsville
Clean and spacious rooms; good location
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around West End
Castle Hill
Castle Hill is well liked for its parks. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Townsville area, you might plan a trip to Townsville Sports Reserve or The Strand Beach.
Currajong
Restaurants, gardens and shopping highlight some of the notable features of Currajong. Make a stop by Townsville Museum and Historical Society while you're exploring.
Hermit Park
Hermit Park is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can plan an outing to Reid Park Street Circuit and Queensland Country Bank Stadium while you're in town.
Garbutt
You'll enjoy the bars and museums in Garbutt. You might want to make time for a stop at Pitstop Karting or Royal Australian Air Force Townsville Museum.
The Strand
The beaches and abundant dining options are top of the list for many visitors to The Strand. A stop by The Strand Beach or Strand Waterpark might round out your trip.
North Ward
North Ward is known for its beaches, and you can plan a trip to Strand Waterpark and The Strand Beach while you're in town.
