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A person relaxing on a sun lounger with a bowl of fruit and a bottle of water.

A person in a patterned robe walking through a doorway with a view of a body of water and palm trees.

A beachside view with a blue gazebo, palm trees, and a calm sea.

A man sitting on a couch in a room with a large window, a round wall clock, and a bed with a white bedspread.

1. Victoria Street Boutique Hotel

North Ward, 9.9 km from James Cook University

Nicholas

Rp1.762.267

Rp1.938.494 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

A swimming pool with a blue shade sail, a barbecue area, and a paved patio.

A reception area with a counter, glass doors, and a window with blinds.

A modern kitchen with a built-in oven, microwave, and dishwasher. There is a dining table with chairs and a small side table with a lamp.

A modern apartment with a living room, kitchen, and a bedroom.

2. Cascade Motel In Townsville

Rosslea, 5.5 km from James Cook University

Shannon

Rp1.586.920

Rp1.745.612 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Nov - 11 Nov

A modern bedroom with a bed, a grey sofa, and a large window offering a view of the outside.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a ceiling fan, and a balcony with a view.

A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a built-in oven, and a coffee machine.

A poolside area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a pool, and a view of the water and distant buildings.

3. Belmoral Corporate Suites

South Townsville, 10.6 km from James Cook University

Daniel

Rp1.936.392

Rp2.130.031 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Oct - 25 Oct

A hotel entrance with a modern facade, a visible reception area, and a staircase leading to the entrance.

A modern reception area with a white reception desk, two orange chairs, a small table, and a potted plant.

A sign for Clarion Hotel with a modern design.

A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a nightstand with a lamp, and a large window with curtains.

4. Clarion Hotel Townsville

9.7 km from James Cook University

Nicholas

Rp1.548.203

Rp1.703.023 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A poolside area with sun loungers and umbrellas, overlooking a calm sea with boats.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a flat-screen TV, a painting, and a view of the outdoors.

A balcony with wicker furniture, a glass railing, and a view of the sea with boats.

A reception desk with a glass panel design, a potted plant, and the word "ARDO" on the wall.

5. Ardo

11.3 km from James Cook University

Bronte

Rp3.688.365

Rp4.057.202 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

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.

A table set for dining with a clear view of the ocean and palm trees in the background.

A spacious outdoor lounge area with a high ceiling and a central seating arrangement.

A modern outdoor area with a glass-enclosed structure, seating areas, and a pool.

6. Mercure Townsville

Currajong, 7.1 km from James Cook University

tania

Rp1.654.533

Rp1.819.986 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A balcony with a table and chairs, offering a view of the ocean and palm trees.

An aerial view of a coastal town with a beach, buildings, and palm trees.

A swimming pool surrounded by palm trees and a white building with balconies.

A modern living room with three sofas, a small table, and a kitchen area with a refrigerator and counter.

7. Madison Ocean Breeze

The Strand, 10.6 km from James Cook University

Diana

Rp1.905.633

Rp2.096.221 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Oct - 24 Oct

A modern dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a bar area with stools, and large windows providing natural light.

A hotel with a sign reading "The Palmer Collective." It features multiple floors, a covered entrance, and a parking area with a white van and a car.

A swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by artificial grass and a metal fence.

A lobby with two elevators, a digital clock, a sign indicating the ground level, a self-service elevator button, and a vending machine.

8. The Palmer Collective

South Townsville, 10.2 km from James Cook University

Karen

Rp2.028.601

Rp2.231.461 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Oct - 25 Oct

A modern indoor pool area with lounge chairs, a pool table, and a seating area with a hat and sunglasses on a tray.

A modern reception area with a curved counter, a flat-screen TV, and a decorative wall with a painting.

A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring balconies and a ground-level retail space.

A modern hotel room with a dining area, a bed, and a kitchenette.

9. Grand Hotel and Apartments Townsville

South Townsville, 10.1 km from James Cook University

Karen

Rp2.030.855

Rp2.233.966 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Oct - 24 Oct

An outdoor cafe with wooden tables and chairs, a BISTRO sign, and a view of the street.

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a bedside lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.

A bar area with stools, a counter, and shelves with bottles.

10. Hotel Allen

North Ward, 10.5 km from James Cook University

Nola

Rp1.712.665

Rp1.883.969 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a fence and a building with a red roof.

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden counter, and a television.

A laundry area with two washing machines, a sink, and a window with a view of a tennis court.

A compact kitchen with modern appliances, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a bedroom with a bed and a window.

11. Monte Carlo Motor Inn

Rosslea, 5.6 km from James Cook University

Leslie

Rp1.821.415

Rp2.003.556 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a covered seating area, and a building with multiple balconies and windows.

A cozy living room with a beige sofa, a wooden ladder, a round coffee table, and a wicker chair.

An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, potted plants, and a view of a pool and buildings in the background.

A modern restaurant interior with multiple tables and chairs, hanging pendant lights, and a bar area with shelves of bottles.

12. Rambutan Resort

10.5 km from James Cook University

Sophie

Rp1.296.863

Rp1.426.600 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Nov - 18 Nov

A coastal view with a promenade, palm trees, and a distant cityscape.

A park with palm trees, a paved area, and a view of the water and mountains.

A coastal hotel with multiple buildings, palm trees, and a view of the ocean.

A hotel room with a large window, a bed with a patterned bedspread, and a small wooden nightstand.

13. QCWA Kissing Point Units

The Strand, 11 km from James Cook University

Paulette

Rp2.299.081

Rp2.799.970 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Oct - 24 Oct

A beachfront hotel with a covered outdoor seating area, a reception desk, and a view of the ocean.

A pool area with a covered seating area, a bar, and a view of the ocean.

A covered outdoor seating area with a pool view, a sign for a motel, and a clear sky.

A hotel room with two beds, a ceiling fan, and framed pictures on the wall.

14. Beach House Motel

The Strand, 10.7 km from James Cook University

Margaret

Rp1.764.496

Rp1.940.946 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

A spacious lobby with a central seating area, a staircase, and a view of the dining area.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a mirror, two bedside tables, and pendant lights.

A modern hotel room with a large balcony, a round dining table, and a sofa.

A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a view of the cityscape through large windows.

15. Hotel Grand Chancellor Townsville

10 km from James Cook University

Helen

Rp2.128.779

Rp2.341.657 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a flat-screen TV, a desk with a chair, and a wardrobe.

A small, modern room with a desk, chair, laptop, lamp, and a window with curtains.

A restaurant interior with multiple dining tables, chairs, hanging plants, and pendant lighting.

A modern urban street with buildings, a clear sky, and a pedestrian.

16. Holiday Inn Townsville by IHG

9.7 km from James Cook University

John

Rp1.813.795

Rp1.813.795 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

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

A modern kitchen with marble countertops, a central island with food displays, pendant lighting, and a high ceiling with exposed beams.

A modern hotel room with a large bathtub, a bed with pillows, a desk, and a view of the sea.

A spacious lobby with wooden ceiling panels, wicker furniture, and a reception desk with a stone wall backdrop.

17. The Ville Resort - Casino

11.3 km from James Cook University

Timothy

Rp2.730.998

Rp3.004.098 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

A balcony with a table and chairs overlooking a beach and the ocean.

A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a kitchenette.

A hotel sign with "Aquarius on the Beach" and "Stay" indicating availability.

A coastal resort with a beach, a pier, and a tennis court.

18. Aquarius on the Beach

The Strand, 10.7 km from James Cook University

Tracy

Rp1.889.370

Rp2.078.307 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A pool area with lounge chairs, a fountain, and palm trees at dusk.

A lush tropical garden with palm trees, a small waterfall, and outdoor seating areas.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a ceiling fan, and a view of the outdoors.

A large building with solar panels, surrounded by palm trees and a view of the ocean.

19. Seahaven Resort

Belgian Gardens, 10.4 km from James Cook University

Rob

Rp1.827.676

Rp2.010.444 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Oct - 24 Oct

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

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a television, a microwave, and a refrigerator.

A compact living space with a kitchenette, dining area, and a sofa with decorative pillows.

An outdoor patio with round tables and chairs, a pool in the background, and a brick wall.

20. Banjo Paterson Motor Inn

Rosslea, 5.6 km from James Cook University

Andy

Rp1.479.900

Rp1.627.890 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to James Cook University

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Victoria Street Boutique Hotel	10.0 Exceptional 10 reviews	View
Cascade Motel In Townsville	9.4 Exceptional 279 reviews	View
Belmoral Corporate Suites	9.2 Wonderful 247 reviews	View
Clarion Hotel Townsville	9.0 Wonderful 324 reviews	View
Ardo	9.6 Exceptional 378 reviews	View

Top James Cook University Hotel Reviews

Monte Carlo Motor Inn

8/10 Good

"Rooms were clean and comfortable, was upgraded to a king bed which was nice, staff are really friendly and willing to help with any reasonable problems and concerns. Close to hotel… 5 min walk… and other food places."

Mercure Townsville

8/10 Good

"Breakfast was amazing"

Ardo

10/10 Excellent

"Wow! This has to be one of my most favourite hotels of all time. I can’t wait to go back."

Discovery Parks - Townsville

10/10 Excellent

"Lovely staff good stuff for little kids. Great swimming.."

Vale Hotel

8/10 Good

"Overall, not a bad place to stay."

Avenues Xchange

10/10 Excellent

"Quite environment."

Spanish Lace Motor Inn

10/10 Excellent

"It’s was very clean. Staff were really helpful and welcoming. The location perfect for me as it was so close to everywhere I needed to be, definitely I will be staying there again."

Raintree Motel

10/10 Excellent

"great friendly staff"

Billabong Lodge Motel

10/10 Excellent

"Clean rooms, friendly helpful staff, great location, quite"

Other attractions near James Cook University

Townsville Palmetum

9.4/10 (22 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Townsville Palmetum, a lovely green space in Townsville. Visit the charming cafes or top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

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Riverway Stadium

8.4/10 (11 reviews)

Catch an event at Riverway Stadium during your trip to Townsville. Wander the area's riverfront or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

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Mount Stuart

8.6/10 (185 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Townsville with a stop at Mount Stuart. Visit the top-notch restaurants or charming cafes in this walkable area.

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Riverway Lagoon

8.8/10 (148 reviews)

You can take time to visit Riverway Lagoon during your travels to Townsville. Stroll along the area's riverfront or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.

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Martial Art Academy

You can take time to visit Martial Art Academy during your travels to Townsville. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.

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Bush Garden Landcare Site

Explore the great outdoors at Bush Garden Landcare Site, a lovely green space in Townsville. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.

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Willows Shopping Centre

8.6/10 (497 reviews)

You can enjoy retail therapy at Willows Shopping Centre during your trip to Townsville. Wander the area's riverfront or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

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Dan Gleeson Memorial Gardens

Explore the great outdoors at Dan Gleeson Memorial Gardens, a lovely green space in Townsville. Wander the riverfront and beautiful beaches in the area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around James Cook University?

James Cook University is located in a welcoming area of Townsville known for its array of dining options and charming cafes. You'll find 78 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

Where is the best place to stay near James Cook University?

Jacana Apartments is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this aparthotel offers an outdoor pool and free parking. It's located 1.9 mi (3 km) from James Cook University. Other good choices within 5 miles include Vale Hotel and Itara Apartments.

How many hotels can I expect to find close to James Cook University?

Expedia has 78 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from James Cook University.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near James Cook University, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your check-in date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best options available near James Cook University.

What can I see and do near James Cook University?

You'll want to browse the exhibits at Townsville Museum and Historical Society and Royal Australian Air Force Townsville Museum. Local parks like Townsville Palmetum, Douglas Dog Park and Rossiter Park Off Leash Dog Park are peaceful spots to stop and take in some fresh air. Riverway Lagoon, Dan Gleeson Memorial Gardens and Anderson Park Botanical Gardens are some favourites close by James Cook University.

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Our top choices for James Cook University hotels

1. Victoria Street Boutique Hotel

2. Cascade Motel In Townsville

3. Belmoral Corporate Suites

4. Clarion Hotel Townsville

5. Ardo

6. Mercure Townsville

7. Madison Ocean Breeze

8. The Palmer Collective

9. Grand Hotel and Apartments Townsville

10. Hotel Allen

11. Monte Carlo Motor Inn

12. Rambutan Resort

13. QCWA Kissing Point Units

14. Beach House Motel

15. Hotel Grand Chancellor Townsville

16. Holiday Inn Townsville by IHG

17. The Ville Resort - Casino

18. Aquarius on the Beach

19. Seahaven Resort

20. Banjo Paterson Motor Inn

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Top James Cook University Hotel Reviews

Monte Carlo Motor Inn

Mercure Townsville

Ardo

Discovery Parks - Townsville

Vale Hotel

Avenues Xchange

Spanish Lace Motor Inn

Raintree Motel

Billabong Lodge Motel

Other attractions near James Cook University

Townsville Palmetum

Riverway Stadium

Mount Stuart

Riverway Lagoon

Martial Art Academy

Bush Garden Landcare Site

Willows Shopping Centre

Dan Gleeson Memorial Gardens

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