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Our top choices for Kelso hotels

A view of a swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a body of water.

1. The Ville Resort - Casino

The Ville Resort - Casino
4.5 star property
19.6 km from Kelso
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Great location with a wonderful pool!"
Australia
Adriano
The price is ฿5,220
฿5,742 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
The Ville Resort - Casino
A pool area with a hot tub, lounge chairs, and umbrellas. There are palm trees and a building with a bar area in the background.

2. Mercure Townsville

Mercure Townsville
3.5 star property
Currajong, 15.5 km from Kelso
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"Loved the gardens and outdoor areas to sit. Very friendly staff. Great amenities."
Australia
tania
The price is ฿3,246
฿3,571 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Mercure Townsville
A spacious lobby with a central seating area, a staircase, and a view of the dining area.

3. Hotel Grand Chancellor Townsville

Hotel Grand Chancellor Townsville
4.5 star property
18.3 km from Kelso
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Friendly staff. Clean rooms. Convenient location close to stadium and town centre."
Australia
Brendon
The price is ฿3,501
฿3,851 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Hotel Grand Chancellor Townsville
A hotel room with three beds, a flat-screen TV, and a sliding door closet.

4. Banjo Paterson Motor Inn

Banjo Paterson Motor Inn
3.0 star property
Rosslea, 13.7 km from Kelso
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (313 reviews)
"Conveintant parking, very clean room and amenities."
Australia
Leon
The price is ฿3,183
฿3,501 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Oct - 9 Oct
Banjo Paterson Motor Inn
A balcony with wicker furniture overlooking a cityscape, a river, and boats.

5. Oaks Townsville Gateway Suites

Oaks Townsville Gateway Suites
4.0 star property
South Townsville, 18.4 km from Kelso
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,258 reviews)
"The property is a touch dated but good value for money."
Australia
Paul
The price is ฿4,061
฿4,061 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Oaks Townsville Gateway Suites
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a fence and a building with a red roof.

6. Monte Carlo Motor Inn

Monte Carlo Motor Inn
3.0 star property
Rosslea, 13.7 km from Kelso
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (298 reviews)
"Have stayed a couple of times now - nice place."
Australia
Anthony
The price is ฿3,395
฿3,735 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Monte Carlo Motor Inn
A modern indoor pool area with lounge chairs, a pool table, and a seating area with a hat and sunglasses on a tray.

7. Grand Hotel and Apartments Townsville

Grand Hotel and Apartments Townsville
4.5 star property
South Townsville, 18.4 km from Kelso
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Helped us heaps with a last minute schedule change for a work commitment. Great rooms and location, book here again."
Australia
Kelvin
The price is ฿3,817
฿4,199 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Oct - 9 Oct
Grand Hotel and Apartments Townsville
A modern dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a bar area with stools, and large windows providing natural light.

8. The Palmer Collective

The Palmer Collective
4.0 star property
South Townsville, 18.5 km from Kelso
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (874 reviews)
"We thoroughly enjoyed our stay."
Australia
Karen
The price is ฿3,704
฿4,075 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
The Palmer Collective
A modern hotel with an outdoor seating area and a covered patio.

9. Vale Hotel

Vale Hotel
3.0 star property
Aitkenvale, 12.4 km from Kelso
7.8 out of 10, Good, (337 reviews)
"They had milk in the fridge for coffee!! Plenty of soap and shampoo 3 beds!"
United States
michael
The price is ฿2,239
฿2,463 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Vale Hotel
A swimming pool with a blue shade sail, a barbecue area, and a paved patio.

10. Cascade Motel In Townsville

Cascade Motel In Townsville
2.0 star property
Rosslea, 13.5 km from Kelso
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (275 reviews)
"Nice clean room with very good facilities including good sized refrigerator. Bathroom was a little compact but clean and practical. Comfortable bed, nice couch for relaxing. Parking close to room."
Australia
Glen
The price is ฿2,958
฿3,254 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Cascade Motel In Townsville
A poolside area with sun loungers and umbrellas, overlooking a calm sea with boats.

11. Ardo

Ardo
5.0 star property
19.7 km from Kelso
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (374 reviews)
"Friendly staff. Clean room. Nice location."
Australia
Eduard
The price is ฿5,844
฿6,428 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Ardo
A pool area with lounge chairs and a stone wall seating area.

12. Rambutan Resort

Rambutan Resort
5.0 star property
18.8 km from Kelso
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (881 reviews)
"Staff very pleasant and helpful. We enjoyed our stay"
United Kingdom
Sophie
The price is ฿2,613
฿2,874 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
Rambutan Resort
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a ceiling fan, and a TV mounted on the wall.

13. The Colonial Rose Motel

The Colonial Rose Motel
3.5 star property
Mundingburra, 13.9 km from Kelso
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (217 reviews)
"Very nice quite place"
Australia
Carol
The price is ฿3,461
฿3,807 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
The Colonial Rose Motel
A modern two-story hotel with a swimming pool, potted plants, and a fenced backyard.

14. Raintree Motel

Raintree Motel
3.0 star property
Hermit Park, 14.1 km from Kelso
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (344 reviews)
"great friendly staff"
Australia
Zoe
The price is ฿3,289
฿3,618 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Raintree Motel
A bar area with a counter, stools, and a variety of bottles.

15. Oaks Townsville Hotel

Oaks Townsville Hotel
4.5 star property
South Townsville, 18.8 km from Kelso
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,608 reviews)
"Smooth check-in, great location"
Australia
Mandy
The price is ฿3,711
฿3,711 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Oaks Townsville Hotel
A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a view of an outdoor pool area.

16. Discovery Parks - Townsville

Discovery Parks - Townsville
3.0 star property
13 km from Kelso
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (331 reviews)
"The lady at reception was welcoming and helpful. The bed was comfortable and the room was clean."
Australia
Roselyn
The price is ฿2,638
฿2,638 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Oct - 9 Oct
Discovery Parks - Townsville
Lobby sitting area

17. Avenues Xchange

Avenues Xchange
1.0 star property
Hermit Park, 15.2 km from Kelso
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (99 reviews)
"Great staff, beautiful house"
Australia
Zoe
The price is ฿1,676
฿1,844 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Oct - 4 Oct
Avenues Xchange
A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, a buffet area, and a seating area with tables and chairs.

18. Rydges Southbank Townsville

Rydges Southbank Townsville
3.5 star property
South Townsville, 18.5 km from Kelso
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,004 reviews)
"I always stay at Rydges when in Townsville, even though their prices are a bit high compared to other hotels."
Australia
raj
The price is ฿3,391
฿3,730 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Rydges Southbank Townsville
A marina with numerous boats docked, a large hotel building, and calm water reflecting the sky.

19. Billabong Lodge Motel

Billabong Lodge Motel
3.0 star property
Rosslea, 13.6 km from Kelso
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (288 reviews)
"Was great"
Australia
Brett
The price is ฿3,208
฿3,529 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Oct - 9 Oct
Billabong Lodge Motel
A hotel entrance with a modern facade, a visible reception area, and a staircase leading to the entrance.

20. Clarion Hotel Townsville

Clarion Hotel Townsville
4.5 star property
18 km from Kelso
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (322 reviews)
"Good central location close to shops and attractions."
Australia
Nicholas
The price is ฿2,751
฿3,027 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Clarion Hotel Townsville
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Where to stay in Kelso

Find the best Kelso areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A beach with palm trees and a sunset.

The Strand

Go for a swim, enjoy a meal with a view, take a Jet Ski tour or just stroll beneath the palm trees on Townsville’s scenic waterfront.

A beach with palm trees and boats.
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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.

A wooden sign for the Maritime Museum of Townsville.

South Townsville

Visitors highly recommend South Townsville for its abundant dining options, and you can make a stop by Maritime Museum of Townsville while you're in town.

A mountain with a sunset in the background and modern buildings in the foreground.

West End

Travellers like the historical sites in West End, and National Trust Heritage Centre is a top attraction you might want to visit.

A coastal cityscape with a prominent hill, a lighthouse, and a large body of water.

Kirwan

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Kirwan and surrounding area, you can visit Willows Shopping Centre and Riverway Lagoon.

Top Kelso Hotel Reviews

Seahaven Resort

Seahaven Resort

10/10 Excellent
"Rooms clean and fresh, gym was fantastic. Nice and close to everything but quiet."
Ashley 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Seahaven Resort

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Kelso?
Guests are sure to enjoy their time checking out all that Townsville's Kelso neighbourhood has to offer. Consider a visit to Townsville Barra Fishing & Cable Ski Park as part of your Kelso travel plans.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Kelso, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most hotel reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to review the best deals in Kelso.
What are the top things to see and do in Kelso?
Townsville Barra Fishing & Cable Ski Park is an attraction you might want to check out while you're in Kelso. When you're sightseeing around the area, Willows Shopping Centre and Riverway Lagoon are a couple of other sights to visit.

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