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title: "The Robert Towns, Townsville: reviews, location & comparison"
description: "The Robert Towns in Townsville: rated 7.9 by guests, 4-star. Amenities, location and nearby alternatives compared side by side."
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retrieved: 2026-10-14
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Hotel · ★★★★ · SL Hospitality Group Pty Ltd
# The Robert Towns

Townsville City, Townsville, Australia

7.9 ·  Good 299 reviews ·  #39 #39 of 40 in Townsville ·  3.6/5 on Google, 471 reviews ·  7.2 Location score
## About The Robert Towns

The Robert Towns is a hotel in Townsville City, Townsville, Australia. It holds a 4-star rating. Guests rate it 7.9 out of 10 across 299 reviews. Facilities include outdoor pool, free parking, free wi-fi, pets allowed. It is 130 m from the centre of Townsville. The nearest beach is 980 m away. The nearest airport, Townsville Airport / RAAF Base Townsville (TSV), is 4.8 km away.

- **Type:** Hotel

- **Star rating:** ★★★★

- **Check-in from:** 14:00

- **Check-out until:** 10:00

- **Rooms:** 47

- **Floors:** 2

- **Chain:** SL Hospitality Group Pty Ltd

- **Pets:** Pets allowed

- **Other stays within 500 m:** 8

261 Stanley Street [roberttowns.com.au](http://www.roberttowns.com.au/)

## How The Robert Towns scores

Better rated than 5% of hotels in Townsville

-   Guest rating **7.9**
-   Location **7.2**
-   Facilities **3.3**
-   Families **1.0**
-   Spa & wellness **1.5**
-   Beach access **7.0**
-   Public transport **8.1**

Townsville average

## Rating on Google

3.6/5

471 Google reviews

-   5★38%
-   4★29%
-   3★16%
-   2★7%
-   1★10%

From the property’s public Google Maps listing. It is shown for reference and is not part of the StayVersus score.

## Amenities

Outdoor poolFree parkingFree Wi-FiPets allowed

### Pool & wellness

-   Outdoor pool

### Leisure

-   Terrace

### Internet

-   Free Wi-Fi

### Parking & transport

-   Free parking

### Services

-   Luggage storage

### In the rooms

-   Air conditioning
-   Balcony
-   In-room safe
-   Blackout curtains

### Policies

-   Pets allowed

Based on the property listing at our booking partner.

## Location

- **Location score:** **7.2**/10

- **Walk grade:** **64**/100 Somewhat walkable

- **Restaurants & cafés within 500 m:** **38**

- **Sights within 1 km:** **4**

<table class="dist" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><tbody data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest beach<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">The Strand</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">980 m</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">16 min walk</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest station<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Flinders St Sunday Markets</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">500 m</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">8 min walk</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest airport<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Townsville Airport / RAAF Base Townsville (TSV)</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">4.8 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">11 min drive</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Distance to the centre<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Townsville</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">130 m</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">2 min walk</span></td></tr></tbody></table>

### Sights nearby

-   Billabong Sanctuary520 m
-   CopperString Experience Centre560 m
-   Townsville City Galleries640 m
-   The 2 RAR Historical Collection980 m
-   Museum Resource Centre1.1 km
-   Queensland Museum Tropics1.1 km

## The Robert Towns: in detail

Experience an abundance of unparalleled facilities and features at The Robert Towns. Maintain seamless communication using the complimentary Wi-Fi at hotel. Discovering Townsville becomes even more accessible, thanks to the taxi amenities provided at the hotel. For visitors traveling by automobile, complimentary parking is available. During your stay at this fantastic hotel, the attentive front desk personnel can provide you with a range of amenities such as express check-in or check-out, luggage storage and safety deposit boxes. Obtaining passes for the town's top entertainments becomes effortless with hotel's ticket service. For extended visits or whenever required, the laundromat ensures your preferred travel garments remain fresh and accessible. During leisurely days and evenings, on-site amenities such as daily housekeeping enable you to fully enjoy your accommodation. Kindly note that smoking is prohibited in the hotel to ensure fresher air for all visitors. For visitors wishing to smoke, designated smoking zones can be found. At The Robert Towns, every guestroom is provided with convenient amenities and fittings to ensure a comfortable stay. Enhance your experience at hotel with the knowledge that certain rooms are equipped with linen service, blackout curtains and air conditioning for your convenience. At The Robert Towns, each visit offers an array of intriguing room configurations, featuring accommodations with separate living room and balcony or terrace, ensuring a distinct experience every time. Certain rooms offer in-room amusement features such as the television for your enjoyment. In select rooms at the hotel, a refrigerator is available for those moments when it seems necessary. It is worth noting that certain guest bathrooms feature a hair dryer, toiletries and bathrobes for your convenience. At the hotel, discerning guests can also enjoy on-site culinary facilities like BBQ facilities tailored to their preferences. During your stay at hotel, an array of engaging activities and amenities guarantees a delightful experience. Be sure to drop by the pool at hotel at least once during your stay.

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## Questions about The Robert Towns

### How do guests rate The Robert Towns?

The Robert Towns has a guest rating of 7.9 out of 10 from 299 reviews, which is better than 5% of rated hotels in Townsville.

### What are the check-in and check-out times at The Robert Towns?

Check-in starts at 14:00 and check-out is until 10:00.

### Does The Robert Towns have a pool?

Yes, The Robert Towns has a swimming pool (outdoor pool).

### Is there parking at The Robert Towns?

Yes, the listing mentions free parking.

### How far is The Robert Towns from the airport?

The nearest airport, Townsville Airport / RAAF Base Townsville (TSV), is 4.8 km away in a straight line.

### Is The Robert Towns close to the beach?

The nearest beach is 980 m from the hotel.

### How many rooms does The Robert Towns have?

The Robert Towns has 47 rooms on 2 floors.

### Are pets allowed at The Robert Towns?

The listing says pets are allowed. Contact the property for size limits and fees.

Updated 6 Oct 2026. Data: Agoda, Overture Maps, OpenStreetMap, OurAirports and hotels' own websites. We may earn a commission from partner links; it never changes the comparison. [How we score](https://stayversus.com/en/about/)

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