Seahaven Resort  

On Townsville’s northern edge in Belgian Gardens, this family-friendly resort sits a short stroll from The Strand Beach and Strand Rockpool. Major local spots include the Army Museum North Queensland, Magnetic Island Ferry Terminal and Queensland Country Bank Stadium, with Pallarenda and Jezzine Barracks nearby.

Rooms are warm and unfussy, featuring kitchenettes, air-conditioning and LCD TVs. Expect practical touches like desks, coffee/tea makers, showers and weekly housekeeping. There are playrooms for kids, so the place works well for families who want simple, comfortable digs.

Dive into an outdoor pool, hit the outdoor tennis court or challenge the arcade/game room. The property also offers a BBQ area, on-site bar and restaurant, laundry/dry-cleaning services, tour/ticket assistance and free self parking. Close proximity to The Strand means easy access to sea-breeze mornings and beach time.

Complimentary wireless internet across the property and in-room desks make brief work trips easy. A safe-deposit box is available at the front desk.

An on-site restaurant and bar/lounge serve casual meals and drinks, with limited room service hours for quieter nights in. The BBQ area is handy for relaxed, social dinners after a day at the beach or a stadium event.