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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, (321 reviews)
"Value for money.. great relaxed stay."
Australia
Andy
The price is RM339
RM373 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Banjo Paterson Motor Inn
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a fence and a building with a red roof.

2. Monte Carlo Motor Inn

Monte Carlo Motor Inn
3.0 star property
Rosslea, 13.7 km from Kelso
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (302 reviews)
"Staff always friendly and accommodating, rooms clean and comfortable, kids love the pool."
Australia
Layla
The price is RM417
RM459 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 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.

3. Mercure Townsville

Mercure Townsville
3.5 star property
Currajong, 15.5 km from Kelso
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"Breakfast was amazing"
Australia
Mohamed Fawad
The price is RM389
RM428 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Mercure Townsville
A pool area with lounge chairs, a fountain, and palm trees at dusk.

4. Seahaven Resort

Seahaven Resort
3.0 star property
Belgian Gardens, 18.9 km from Kelso
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (276 reviews)
"Room was well appointed."
Australia
Rob
The price is RM355
RM391 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Seahaven Resort
A marina with numerous boats docked, a large hotel building, and calm water reflecting the sky.

5. 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 RM338
RM371 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Billabong Lodge Motel
A view of a swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a body of water.

6. The Ville Resort - Casino

The Ville Resort - Casino
4.5 star property
19.6 km from Kelso
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 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 RM668
RM735 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
The Ville Resort - Casino
A swimming pool with a blue shade sail, a barbecue area, and a paved patio.

7. Cascade Motel In Townsville

Cascade Motel In Townsville
2.0 star property
Rosslea, 13.5 km from Kelso
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (279 reviews)
"Great place to stay. Close to just about everything"
Australia
Shannon
The price is RM363
RM400 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Cascade Motel In Townsville
A pool area with lounge chairs and a stone wall seating area.

8. Rambutan Resort

Rambutan Resort
5.0 star property
18.8 km from Kelso
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (885 reviews)
"Staff very pleasant and helpful. We enjoyed our stay"
United Kingdom
Sophie
The price is RM309
RM340 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Rambutan Resort
A modern dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a bar area with stools, and large windows providing natural light.

9. The Palmer Collective

The Palmer Collective
4.0 star property
South Townsville, 18.5 km from Kelso
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (879 reviews)
"We thoroughly enjoyed our stay."
Australia
Karen
The price is RM464
RM511 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
The Palmer Collective
A swimming pool with a view of a marina and buildings in the background.

10. Oaks Townsville Gateway Suites

Oaks Townsville Gateway Suites
4.0 star property
South Townsville, 18.4 km from Kelso
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,265 reviews)
"Property is in a great location. Secure parking. Walking distance to many restaurants and cafes. Short walk to the CBD for business meetings. Bed was too firm for me, but overall a lovely apartment."
Australia
Karen
The price is RM484
RM484 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Oaks Townsville Gateway Suites
An outdoor cafe with wooden tables and chairs, a BISTRO sign, and a view of the street.

11. Hotel Allen

Hotel Allen
3.0 star property
North Ward, 18.9 km from Kelso
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (46 reviews)
"Wonderful staff, very nice well equipped room, comfortable beds and good shower."
Australia
Nola
The price is RM323
RM355 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Hotel Allen
A beachfront hotel with a covered outdoor seating area, a reception desk, and a view of the ocean.

12. Beach House Motel

Beach House Motel
3.5 star property
The Strand, 19.1 km from Kelso
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (563 reviews)
"Would highly recommend this property if your going to the area."
United States
Margaret
The price is RM404
RM444 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Beach House Motel
A hotel room with two beds, a large window with curtains, a wall-mounted air conditioner, and a large abstract painting.

13. 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, (181 reviews)
"Friendly and Helpful Staff"
Australia
Peter John
The price is RM349
RM384 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Nightcap at Dalrymple Hotel
A modern hotel with an outdoor seating area and a covered patio.

14. 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 RM258
RM284 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Vale Hotel
A clear swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by greenery and hills.

15. Peppers Blue on Blue

Peppers Blue on Blue
4.0 star property
30 km from Kelso
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (871 reviews)
"Location, pool and grounds are fantastic. The room that we stayed in could use a little bit of TLC and furniture refresh. But the balcony overlooking the pool and marina over a night time was great."
Australia
Jason
The price is RM582
RM582 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Peppers Blue on Blue
A poolside area with sun loungers and umbrellas, overlooking a calm sea with boats.

16. Ardo

Ardo
5.0 star property
19.7 km from Kelso
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (380 reviews)
"Wow! This has to be one of my most favourite hotels of all time. I can’t wait to go back."
Australia
Bronte
The price is RM779
RM857 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct
Ardo
A restaurant with a neon sign, outdoor seating, and indoor dining area with plants.

17. Holiday Inn Townsville by IHG

Holiday Inn Townsville by IHG
4.0 star property
18.1 km from Kelso
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (18 reviews)
"Feels more homey then other hotels."
Australia
John
The price is RM413
RM413 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Holiday Inn Townsville by IHG
A modern two-story hotel with a swimming pool, potted plants, and a fenced backyard.

18. Raintree Motel

Raintree Motel
3.0 star property
Hermit Park, 14.1 km from Kelso
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (346 reviews)
"great friendly staff"
Australia
Zoe
The price is RM404
RM444 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Raintree Motel
Lobby sitting area

19. Avenues Xchange

Avenues Xchange
1.0 star property
Hermit Park, 15.2 km from Kelso
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (101 reviews)
"Great staff, beautiful house"
Australia
Zoe
The price is RM206
RM226 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct
Avenues Xchange
A balcony with a table and chairs, offering a view of the ocean and palm trees.

20. Madison Ocean Breeze

Madison Ocean Breeze
3.5 star property
The Strand, 19.1 km from Kelso
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (646 reviews)
"Clean, great location, comfortable beds, lovely welcoming and helpful staff. Cafes and restaurants, supermarket close by. Great spot to stay for the night."
Australia
Diana
The price is RM385
RM423 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Madison Ocean Breeze
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Compare popular hotels in Kelso

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A swimming pool with a blue shade sail, a barbecue area, and a paved patio.
Cascade Motel In Townsville
2.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
279 reviews
View
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a fence and a building with a red roof.
Monte Carlo Motor Inn
3.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
302 reviews
View
A hotel room with three beds, a flat-screen TV, and a sliding door closet.
Banjo Paterson Motor Inn
3.0 star property
8.6
Excellent
321 reviews
View
A marina with numerous boats docked, a large hotel building, and calm water reflecting the sky.
Billabong Lodge Motel
3.0 star property
8.6
Excellent
290 reviews
View
A person relaxing on a sun lounger with a bowl of fruit and a bottle of water.
Victoria Street Boutique Hotel
3.0 star property
10.0
Exceptional
11 reviews
View

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.

Railway Estate

While visiting Railway Estate, you might make a stop by sights like Reid Park Street Circuit and Queensland Country Bank Stadium.

Top Kelso Hotel Reviews

Rambutan Resort

Rambutan Resort

10/10 Excellent
"Lovely boutique hotel with accommodation circling the roof top pool and bistro and bar. Very friendly staff. Perfect stopover for our drive between Airlie Beach and Cairns."
Paul 1-night trip
Posted 8 hours ago
Rambutan Resort

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.

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