Accommodation in Townsville-Gurambilbarra
Townsville-Gurambilbarra offers a wide choice of accommodation from 5-star hotels to self-catering apartments, caravan parks, and budget accommodation.
Festival preferred hotels include Ardo, The Ville, Grand Chancellor Townsville, Rydges Southbank, and the Palmer Collective.
The Palmer Collective
The Palmer Collective is a 4 star hotel offering stylish accommodation in the heart of Townsville-Gurambilbarra. AFCM 2035 Rates from $200 a night in a Queen/Twin Room - room only. Ph: (07) 4766 9464
Rydges Southbank Townsville
Situated in the vibrant Palmer Street precinct, Rydges Southbank offers the perfect location for your Festival stay. All hotel rooms feature the signature Rydges dream beds and free Wi-Fi in addition to modern amenities to make you feel comfortable throughout your stay. Rydges is a luxurious yet affordable hotel with facilities including a resort-style pool and free onsite parking.
Ardo
Townsville-Gurambilbarra's First 5-STAR Hotel is HERE! With views of Magnetic Island-Yunbenun and the Coral Sea and a horizon pool, Townsville-Gurambilbarra's long-awaited, first five-star hotel Ardo is about to open its doors. The luxury hotel is the sister property of the Ville Resort-Casino, a long-time partner of the AFCM. In the luxury, multi-restaurant hotel, guests have three signature restaurants to choose from including Marmor, which serves world-class Australian meat and seafood and Terasu, with lively, Japanese cuisine cooked with seasonal ingredients from around the region. Guests will also have access to a tapas-style menu at Ardo’s rooftop bar as well as access to The Ville Resort-Casino’s restaurants and pool deck. AFCM 2025 Rates from $295 a night in a Marina King/Twin Room Includes breakfast for two in the Palm House. Ph: (07) 4722 2333
The Ville Resort-Casino
The Ville is a multi-award-winning property boasting exceptional quality accommodation from Deluxe Rooms to Executive Suites. Located on the Townsville Breakwater with views over the CBD, marina, and Magnetic Island-Yunbenun, the Ville offers several premier restaurants and bars, a range of guest services and facilities, and a stunning lagoon pool. The Ville is just a few minutes walk from The Strand and the Ferry Terminal. AFCM 2025 Rates from $245 a night in a Deluxe King/Twin Room Includes breakfast for two in the Palm House. Ph: (07) 4722 2333
Hotel Grand Chancellor Townsville
Hotel Grand Chancellor Townsville is the tallest building in town, the hotel offers stunning views across the city, Castle Hill-Cutheringa, and towards Magnetic Island-Yunbenun, from its range of contemporary guest rooms and rooftop pool. Within close walking distance to award-winning restaurants and nightlife, key attractions such as the Strand Waterfront, as well as the Townsville Convention and Exhibition Centre, this hotel in Townsville-Gurambilbarra is ideally situated for Festival guests. AFCM 2025 Rates from $200 a night in a Standard King/Twin room. Includes breakfast for two. Ph: (07) 4729 2000
Holiday Packages
The Festival's holiday packages provide reserved concert tickets and allocated rooms at hotels including The Ville, Grand Chancellor, Rydges Southbank and Park Regis Anchorage. They all have allocations for the Festival period, when booked as part of a holiday package.
Other Accommodation Options
Beyond the Festival's partner hotels, there are a number of other hotels and motels located in Townsville-Gurambilbarra. Unfortunately July/August is extremely busy with multiple events happening in the city. However you may find availability at these properties:
- Mercure Townsville - Ph. 07 4759 4900
- Madison Plaza Townsville - Ph. 07 4772 1888
- Aquarius on the Beach - Ph. 07 4422 0838
- Oaks Townsville Getaway Suites - Ph. 07 4778 9000 / 1300 655 680
