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Waters Edge The Strand

4.0 star property
Beach fun in 2 outdoor pools, near Strand Waterpark

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Deluxe Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Living area
2 outdoor pools, open 7:30 AM to 10:30 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Deluxe Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Private kitchen
Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
The current price is €109
includes taxes & fees
22 Mar - 23 Mar

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Studio with Courtyard View | Terrace/patio

Studio with Courtyard View

Highlights

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

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Studio Unit

Studio Unit

Highlights

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

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Studio with Ocean View

Highlights

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

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Deluxe Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Living area

Deluxe Apartment, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

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

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45-inch TV with digital channels, Netflix, books

Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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About the area

Map
63 64 The Strand, North Ward, QLD, 4810

What's nearby

  • The Strand Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Castle Hill - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Magnetic Island Ferry Terminal - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Townsville Entertainment & Convention Centre - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Queensland Country Bank Stadium - 5 min drive - 3.1 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Seaview Hotel - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Watermark Townsville - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Tobin Fish Tales - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Juliette's Gelateria - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Waters Edge The Strand

Hotel near Castle Hill
Located close to Strand Waterpark and Museum of Tropical Queensland, Waters Edge The Strand provides a terrace, a garden and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • 2 outdoor pools with sunloungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self-parking
  • A local area shuttle, a front desk safe and books
  • Tour/ticket information, a lift and secured bike storage
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff and location
Room features
All rooms are individually furnished, and include comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and sound-insulated walls. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) and free cots/infant beds
  • Free toiletries and hairdryers
  • 45-inch TVs with Netflix, streaming services and digital channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, balconies and kitchenettes

Languages

English

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
  • Free cot
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Pool gate
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Direct access to the beach
  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • 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

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 45-inch TV with digital channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 5:00 PM
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 daily from 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox, private entrance

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 50 per night.
Free cots are available on request at the property

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • 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 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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

We should mention

Pool access available from 7:30 AM to 10:30 PM
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
Parking height restrictions apply

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

Does Waters Edge The Strand have a pool?

Yes, this property has 2 outdoor pools. Pool access is from 7:30 AM to 10:30 PM.

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

As of 9 Mar 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Waters Edge The Strand on 22 Mar 2025 start from €108.58, 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 Waters Edge The Strand pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Waters Edge The Strand?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Waters Edge The Strand?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 5:00 PM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Waters Edge The Strand?

Checkout is at 10 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Waters Edge The Strand located?

Offering direct access to the beach, this North Ward hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Strand Waterpark and Castle Hill. Museum of Tropical Queensland and Jezzine Barracks are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Waters Edge The Strand Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 463 out of 854 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 297 out of 854 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 65 out of 854 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 20 out of 854 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 854 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Excellent location. Clean room. No fuse
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Dafne

A great place
Easy access, The Strand at your door and leisure, lots of food opportunities around, we will be back.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Nick

Really enjoyed our stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ray

Great stay
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Lovely quiet property on the strand, easy walking to all dining and supermarkets, great place to stay.
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robyn

Lovely place to stay and clean rooms
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Great place super close to lots of eats and pubs etc
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dallas

Great location with friendly staff. Plenty of dining options and right on the strand.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Mark

Nice place.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Kristine

Waters Edge was a nice sized studio room, clean and located on the Strand. Convenient to lots of cafes. Very comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Anker

Disliked: Cleanliness
short notice booking was very easy
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Worth the price!
Easy after hours check in, good comms with staff via messaging, big clean room, great location!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Luana

Great shower very comfortable room and a good size. Staff friendly and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Myna

Excellent views, friendly staff, clean and spacious room and a perfect location.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Alison

Excellent position, good size rooms and easy parking
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Charles H

As long as you don’t overpay, this place ticks all the boxes
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Great service and nice room. Thanks!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Grant

Great stay
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Mick

Good apartment easy access to strand boardwalk and restaurants
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denham

Location to everything.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Barbara

All staff very friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Rommel

Not bad, clean & tidy
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Peter

very good property ,would book again
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sally

We loved our stay. Our room was spotless and well appointed. Would definitely come back.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Gordon

Nice spacious and clean room in a great location. Seaview hotel just a block down the road serves up quality food thats very well priced.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024