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11 Sep - 13 Sep
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18 Sep - 20 Sep
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2 Oct - 4 Oct
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30 Oct - 1 Nov

Our top choices for Picnic Bay motels

On the beach

1. Shoredrive Motel

Shoredrive Motel
3.5 star property
North Ward
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (696 reviews)
"Clean tidy good location friendly staff ."
Australia
Cliff
The price is ฿2,911
฿3,202 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Shoredrive Motel
Front of property

2. Beach House Motel

Beach House Motel
3.5 star property
North Ward
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (558 reviews)
"Walk to dining, shopping and beautiful waterfront area. An easy place to stay on the Strand 🙂"
Australia
Peter
The price is ฿3,348
฿3,683 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Sept - 4 Sept
Beach House Motel
Breakfast served

3. Hotel Allen

Hotel Allen
3.0 star property
North Ward
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (25 reviews)
"Wonderful staff, very nice well equipped room, comfortable beds and good shower."
Australia
Nola
The price is ฿3,849
฿4,234 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
Hotel Allen
Family Room | Pillow-top beds, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

4. Banjo Paterson Motor Inn

Banjo Paterson Motor Inn
3.0 star property
Rosslea
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (311 reviews)
"Rooms cleaned very well. Staff was so polite n helpful, the staff is the main reason I keep going back there. Thank you."
Australia
Barry
The price is ฿3,235
฿3,558 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Sept - 4 Sept
Banjo Paterson Motor Inn
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

5. Cascade Motel In Townsville

Cascade Motel In Townsville
2.0 star property
Rosslea
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (271 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 ฿3,011
฿3,312 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Sept - 17 Sept
Cascade Motel In Townsville
Studio | Desk, iron/ironing board (on request), free WiFi, bed sheets

6. Castle Crest Motel

Castle Crest Motel
3.0 star property
North Ward
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (104 reviews)
"Staff were lovely and friendly. Room was nice and clean and very spacious. Very secure parking. Would highly recommend and will definitely choose them again. "
Australia
Allira
The price is ฿4,002
฿4,402 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Sept - 19 Sept
Castle Crest Motel
Courtyard

7. Summit Motel

Summit Motel
2.5 star property
Townsville
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (407 reviews)
"Good room for family. Good facilities. Good location and price."
Australia
Julie
The price is ฿3,300
฿3,629 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Summit Motel
Outdoor pool, pool loungers

8. Monte Carlo Motor Inn

Monte Carlo Motor Inn
3.0 star property
Rosslea
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (292 reviews)
"Property is newly renovated and looks amazing inside the rooms. Everything you need for a comfortable stay. I will book again next time in Townsville :)"
Australia
Paul
The price is ฿3,450
฿3,796 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Sept - 4 Sept
Monte Carlo Motor Inn
Outdoor pool

9. Raintree Motel

Raintree Motel
3.0 star property
Hermit Park
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (343 reviews)
"Easy to find, good location "
Australia
R
The price is ฿3,343
฿3,677 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Sept - 11 Sept
Raintree Motel
Executive Room, Non Smoking | Blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds, free WiFi

10. The Colonial Rose Motel

The Colonial Rose Motel
3.5 star property
Mundingburra
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (217 reviews)
"Very nice quite place"
Australia
Carol
The price is ฿3,915
฿4,307 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Sept - 5 Sept
The Colonial Rose Motel
Children’s activities

11. Yongala Lodge by The Strand

Yongala Lodge by The Strand
3.5 star property
North Ward
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (310 reviews)
"Rooms are oversized. Stocked well. Great central location and quiet. Great value for money. Older decor but nice and clean"
Australia
Jacob
The price is ฿2,916
฿3,208 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Yongala Lodge by The Strand
Outdoor pool, pool loungers

12. Billabong Lodge Motel

Billabong Lodge Motel
3.0 star property
Rosslea
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (284 reviews)
"Was great"
Australia
Brett
The price is ฿3,261
฿3,587 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Sept - 4 Sept
Billabong Lodge Motel
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Grand Hotel and Apartments Townsville

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Picnic Bay Motels information

Number of reviews
3,179
Accommodation
24 Motels
Lowest Price
฿3,202
Highest Price
฿4,402

Frequently asked questions

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. Monte Carlo Motor Inn: Central Picnic Bay is 8.8 mi (14.2 km) away. Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities such as a dining area. Summit Motel: 5.9 mi (9.5 km) from the heart of Picnic Bay. Enjoy access to the terrace, 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: Maritime Museum of Townsville, Riverway Lagoon and Billabong Sanctuary. While you're exploring the area, consider visiting Magnetic Island Golf Course, Horseshoe Bay Beach and Strand Rockpool.
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.