A beachfront property, the Shore Drive Motel places guests near The Strand Pier and the Army Museum North Queensland. An outdoor pool and complimentary parking are among the amenities available to guests. Accommodation options include budget, standard, premium, and ocean view rooms. Amenities vary but all rooms offer air-conditioning, fridges, Foxtel TV, free Wi-Fi, and tea and coffee making facilities. Linens and towels are provided and cots can be hired. Facilities at this motel include luggage storage, coin laundry, and dry cleaning services. Guests also benefit from direct beach access. Pets are not permitted. Nearby dining spots include Fish Inn Rockpool, Odyssey on the Strand, The Watermark Townsville, and the Longboard Bar & Grill. The Shore Drive Motel lies within a ten-minute drive of Reef HQ Aquarium and the Townsville Civic Theatre and 15 minutes from the Castle Hill Lookout. Guests can also enjoy trips to Magnetic Island.
Positioned directly opposite saltwater lagoon, the Rock Pool, this motel scores high for its naturally beautiful setting. Holiday makers like mingling with picnicking locals along seaside foreshore, the Strand, where they can get involved in the family-friendly activities and events programme which runs year round.
Freebies such as high-speed Wi-Fi access and convenient on-site parking make travellers smile. Guests also appreciate the small swimming pool on the property and enjoy using it to cool off in the height of summer. The motel’s own restaurant receives consistently positive feedback from reviewers.
Guests have good things to say about the cooking facilities provided in some family- and twin-bedded units. Those who can resist the many fabulous eateries within easy walking distance appreciate the well-equipped and squeaky-clean kitchenette, which comes equipped with microwave, toaster, sink, crockery and cutlery.
Reviews suggest this unassuming motel’s rooms are in need of renovation. Some feel that furniture and décor is starting to show its age. Old air-conditioning units sometimes disturb light sleepers, though amazing double beds with fresh linen and bouncy mattresses mean most guests sleep well.
Some travellers find this motel expensive in comparison to similar accommodation in this part of Townsville. Those who pay standard rates occasionally find themselves feeling short-changed and wishing they’d chosen more carefully.
Reviewers frequently vent about the noise levels at this beach front motel. Poor soundproofing leads guests to complain that they can hear other residents taking showers. Passing traffic on the busy Strand can be irritating at night.
Yes, Shoredrive Motel offers 2 pool areas.
Yes, Shoredrive Motel has a pet policy that may vary based on the room type or availability. Please check with the hotel directly to learn about their pet policy.
No, Shoredrive Motel doesn’t provide parking.
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Shoredrive Motel is located in 117 The Strand, 4810, Townsville, Australia.
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