A coastal town with a prominent mountain in the background, palm trees, and a marina with boats.

Townsville Hotel Guide. Hotels in Kelso, Townsville, Australia

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Our top choices for Kelso hotels

A hotel room with three beds, a flat-screen TV, and a sliding door closet.

1. Banjo Paterson Motor Inn

Banjo Paterson Motor Inn
3.0 star property
Rosslea, 13.7 km from Kelso
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (315 reviews)
"Conveintant parking, very clean room and amenities."
Australia
Leon
The price is €81
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Banjo Paterson Motor Inn
A modern hotel with an outdoor seating area and a covered patio.

2. Vale Hotel

Vale Hotel
3.0 star property
Aitkenvale, 12.4 km from Kelso
7.8 out of 10, Good, (338 reviews)
"Clean room excellent amenities very quiet area"
Australia
Laura
The price is €62
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Vale Hotel
A swimming pool with a blue shade sail, a barbecue area, and a paved patio.

3. Cascade Motel In Townsville

Cascade Motel In Townsville
2.0 star property
Rosslea, 13.5 km from Kelso
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (277 reviews)
"Great place to stay. Close to just about everything"
Australia
Shannon
The price is €86
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Cascade Motel In Townsville
Lobby sitting area

4. Avenues Xchange

Avenues Xchange
1.0 star property
Hermit Park, 15.2 km from Kelso
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (100 reviews)
"Great staff, beautiful house"
Australia
Zoe
The price is €49
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Avenues Xchange
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a fence and a building with a red roof.

5. Monte Carlo Motor Inn

Monte Carlo Motor Inn
3.0 star property
Rosslea, 13.7 km from Kelso
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (299 reviews)
"Have stayed a couple of times now - nice place."
Australia
Anthony
The price is €100
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Monte Carlo Motor Inn
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.

6. 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 €95
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Mercure Townsville
A hotel room with two beds, a large window with curtains, a wall-mounted air conditioner, and a large abstract painting.

7. Nightcap at Dalrymple Hotel

Nightcap at Dalrymple Hotel
3.0 star property
Garbutt, 14.5 km from Kelso
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (179 reviews)
"Comfortable and clean good value accommodations "
Australia
Gary
The price is €72
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Nightcap at Dalrymple Hotel
A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a view of an outdoor pool area.

8. Discovery Parks - Townsville

Discovery Parks - Townsville
3.0 star property
13 km from Kelso
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (333 reviews)
"The lady at reception was welcoming and helpful. The bed was comfortable and the room was clean."
Australia
Roselyn
The price is €70
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Discovery Parks - Townsville
A pool area with lounge chairs, a fountain, and palm trees at dusk.

9. Seahaven Resort

Seahaven Resort
3.0 star property
Belgian Gardens, 18.9 km from Kelso
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (272 reviews)
"Really good place to stay with children. Close to the strand and restaurants around."
Australia
Barbara Ratton
The price is €90
includes taxes & fees
24 Oct - 25 Oct
Seahaven Resort
A marina with numerous boats docked, a large hotel building, and calm water reflecting the sky.

10. Billabong Lodge Motel

Billabong Lodge Motel
3.0 star property
Rosslea, 13.6 km from Kelso
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (290 reviews)
"Was great"
Australia
Brett
The price is €88
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Billabong Lodge Motel
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a ceiling fan, and a TV mounted on the wall.

11. 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 €102
includes taxes & fees
24 Oct - 25 Oct
The Colonial Rose Motel
A modern two-story hotel with a swimming pool, potted plants, and a fenced backyard.

12. 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 €97
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Raintree Motel
A person relaxing on a sun lounger with a bowl of fruit and a bottle of water.

13. Victoria Street Boutique Hotel

Victoria Street Boutique Hotel
3.0 star property
North Ward, 18.3 km from Kelso
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (10 reviews)
"Great accomodation, second time to stay and will be booking again. Highly recommend!"
Australia
Nicholas
The price is €96
includes taxes & fees
23 Oct - 24 Oct
Victoria Street Boutique Hotel
A pool area with lounge chairs and a stone wall seating area.

14. Rambutan Resort

Rambutan Resort
5.0 star property
18.8 km from Kelso
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (882 reviews)
"Staff very pleasant and helpful. We enjoyed our stay"
United Kingdom
Sophie
The price is €83
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Rambutan Resort
A row of small, single-story cabins with blue railings and orange roofs, situated on a gravel road with a palm tree in the foreground.

15. BIG4 Tasman Holiday Parks - Rowes Bay

BIG4 Tasman Holiday Parks - Rowes Bay
3.0 star property
Belgian Gardens, 18.8 km from Kelso
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (268 reviews)
"Nice place to stay. Closer to the beach."
United States
Dana
The price is €72
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
BIG4 Tasman Holiday Parks - Rowes Bay
A beach with palm trees and a sunset over the water.

16. BIG4 Townsville Gateway Holiday Park

BIG4 Townsville Gateway Holiday Park
2.5 star property
Stuart, 14.8 km from Kelso
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (30 reviews)
"The staff were welcoming and the room was beautifully clean."
Australia
Jo
The price is €83
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
BIG4 Townsville Gateway Holiday Park
A view of a swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a body of water.

17. The Ville Resort - Casino

The Ville Resort - Casino
4.5 star property
19.6 km from Kelso
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"The room was functional and clean - the hotel itself is a bit out on a limb near the port which was great for visiting magnetic island - if you don’t want to eat in the hotel then it’s a long walk to anywhere nearby - it’s pretty rundown nearby!"
United Kingdom
Timothy
The price is €149
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
The Ville Resort - Casino
A modern reception area with wooden paneling, marble reception desks, and a large potted plant.

18. Holiday Inn Townsville by IHG

Holiday Inn Townsville by IHG
4.0 star property
18.1 km from Kelso
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (15 reviews)
"Feels more homey then other hotels."
Australia
John
The price is €82
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Holiday Inn Townsville by IHG
An outdoor cafe with wooden tables and chairs, a BISTRO sign, and a view of the street.

19. Hotel Allen

Hotel Allen
3.0 star property
North Ward, 18.9 km from Kelso
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (40 reviews)
"Wonderful staff, very nice well equipped room, comfortable beds and good shower."
Australia
Nola
The price is €100
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Hotel Allen
A water park with a large water slide and play structures.

20. Yongala Lodge by The Strand

Yongala Lodge by The Strand
3.5 star property
North Ward, 18.9 km from Kelso
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (315 reviews)
"The best place"
Australia
Tina
The price is €68
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Yongala Lodge by The Strand
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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 clear blue water, a sandy shore, palm trees, and a mountain in the background.

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 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.

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.

Top Kelso Hotel Reviews

Rydges Southbank Townsville

Rydges Southbank Townsville

8/10 Good
"located right in the heart of down town Townsville - good parking - could do with some money spending on it as it's looking a little tired"
Brian 2-night trip
Posted 7 hours ago
Rydges Southbank Townsville

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.