Summit Motel, Townsville

Summit Motel - A 3-star motel with city and ocean views, kitchenette-equipped rooms, and proximity to The Strand

Perched high on Castle Hill, Summit Motel offers 30 accommodations with private pools, kitchenettes, and washers/dryers. Each room includes air conditioning, a microwave, toaster, refrigerator, and tea/coffee facilities, with some featuring city or ocean views. The motel provides a large tropical pool, barbecue grills, and complimentary Wi-Fi, along with a guest laundry. Summit Motel is a 10-minute walk from Townsville city centre and The Strand, which features stinger-protected beaches, eateries, and Cliff Gardens waterfall. The Magnetic Island Ferry Terminal, providing access to the Great Barrier Reef, is nearby. A continental breakfast is available each morning at Summit Motel. The property also includes a conference center and meeting rooms, catering to business travelers.

Pros

The hilltop location provides panoramic views of Townsville and Cleveland Bay.

Rooms include kitchenettes with microwaves, toasters, and refrigerators for self-catering.

Proximity to The Strand, Magnetic Island Ferry Terminal, and shopping centers like Fairfield Central.

Complimentary Wi-Fi and an outdoor pool are available for guest use.

Kawasaki Jet Ski rentals can be arranged through reception for watersports.

Cons

Some rooms may experience noise due to the central location near busy thoroughfares.

No on-site restaurant, though several dining options are within walking distance.