In South Townsville, The Palmer Collective offers a tranquil retreat with a lush garden and spa tub for relaxation. Enjoy the outdoor pool with sun loungers, connect to WiFi, and indulge in breakfast at Palmer's Bar & Kitchen. Guests have praised the helpful staff.
Magnetic Island Ferry Terminal - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
Queensland Country Bank Stadium - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
Castle Hill - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
The Strand Beach - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
Townsville Entertainment & Convention Centre - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
Getting around
Townsville, QLD (TSV) - 8 min drive
Townsville Station - 29 min walk
Restaurants
Cowboys Leagues Club - 6 min walk
Wild Rice Laos & Thai Cuisine - 6 min walk
IMC Steak House - 2 min walk
A Touch of Salt - 5 min walk
Molly Malones Irish Pub - 10 min walk
About this property
The Palmer Collective
At The Palmer Collective, you'll be a short five-minute drive from Magnetic Island Ferry Terminal and Queensland Country Bank Stadium. Guests can take a dip in the outdoor pool or grab a bite to eat at Palmer's Bar & Kitchen, which serves breakfast and dinner. Other features include a bar/lounge, a hot tub and a garden. The helpful staff and location get great marks from fellow travellers.
Languages
English
At a glance
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Hotel size
118 rooms
Arranged over 4 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 10 AM
Contactless check-out
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Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 6:30 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you arrive at the property after hours, you'll need to check in at an alternative location: [Rydges Townsville - 23 Palmer Street, Townsville QLD 4810]
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets
Pets not allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free on-site self-parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) 6:00 AM–10:00 AM on weekdays and 6:00 AM–11:00 AM on weekends
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
What to do
Beach nearby
Use of nearby fitness centre
Golfing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Scuba-diving nearby
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Pool loungers
Pool umbrellas
Facilities
1 building/tower
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
An outdoor pool
Hot tub
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible
Lift
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Room amenities
Be entertained
52-inch TV
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Blackout curtains
Alarm clock
Pillow-top mattress
Cot/infant bed (surcharge)
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Phone
Food and drink
Fridge
More
Daily housekeeping
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Water-efficient showers only
Water-efficient toilets only
Special features
Dining
Palmer's Bar & Kitchen – This restaurant serves breakfast and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately AUD 14 to 30 for adults and AUD 14 to 30 for children
Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge
Children & extra beds
Cots/infant beds are available for AUD 30.0 per stay
Rollaway beds are available for AUD 50.0 per stay
Policies
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms. These are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
The photos in this description reflect the brand standard and are provided for illustrative purposes only.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a smoke detector on-site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club
Also known as
Ibis Hotel Townsville
Townsville Central Hotel
Townsville Ibis
Townsville Central Hotel formerly Ibis Townsville
Central Hotel formerly Ibis
Townsville Central formerly Ibis Townsville
Central formerly Ibis
Townsville Central
Ibis Townsville
Townsville Central Hotel (formerly Ibis Townsville)
Townsville Central Hotel
The Palmer Collective Hotel
The Palmer Collective South Townsville
The Palmer Collective Hotel South Townsville
Frequently asked questions
Does The Palmer Collective offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Palmer Collective does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at The Palmer Collective?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at The Palmer Collective?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at The Palmer Collective?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Palmer Collective?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM. Contactless social distancing and check-out are available.
What is there to do at The Palmer Collective and nearby?
Have fun with activities such as boat tours, kayaking and scuba-diving, and practise your swing at the nearby golf course. Enjoy a relaxing soak in the hot tub and an invigorating swim in the outdoor pool. The Palmer Collective also has a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near The Palmer Collective?
Yes, there's an on-site restaurant, Palmer's Bar & Kitchen.
What's the area around The Palmer Collective like?
The Palmer Collective is in South Townsville, a short 8-minute drive from Townsville, QLD (TSV) and 13 minutes' walk from Queensland Country Bank Stadium. The local area is walkable and popular for its beaches.
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The Palmer Collective Reviews
Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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8.8/10
Cleanliness
9.0/10
Staff & service
8.6/10
Amenities
8.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.8/10
Eco-friendliness
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What guests liked
The property offers convenient and free off-street parking with easy access to the city. (4 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
17 May, 2025
Great value and very comfortable
Super comfortable and convenient hotel for an overnight stay.
Catherine
Catherine, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
15 Feb, 2025
Great place
Mathew
Mathew, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
25 Jan, 2025
Staff were friendly and welcoming. Very enjoyable stay.
Leonard
Leonard, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
18 May, 2025
Stay for the Cowboys game
I stay here quite a bit, but am finding the rising costs of the accommodation is making it harder to afford on my pension.
Debra
Debra, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
8 Oct, 2024
Lovely place to stay for a few days!
Alexia
Alexia, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
7 Dec, 2024
Staff are very friendly, good food at the Bar and Grill.
Travis
Travis, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
23 Jan, 2025
The reception staff were very friendly and helpful!
Gregory
Gregory, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
27 Aug, 2024
Great property, friendly staff and nice location
Suzette
Suzette, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
24 Dec, 2024
Convenient location and very friendly receptionist
Gavin
Gavin, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
20 Jan, 2025
Nice place to chill
I Ketut
I Ketut, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
25 Jun, 2024
This hotel was perfect for our stay and the food at the restaurant was delicious.
Rebecca
Rebecca, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
4 Jul, 2024
Great for a few days stay close to city amenities
Larry
Larry, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
28 Jul, 2024
Great value and location
Very good value for money hotel in a great locale. Especially loved the free biscuits daily!
Peter
Peter, 7-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
26 Jul, 2024
Great value and location
Very good value for money hotel in a great locale. Especially loved the free biscuits daily!
Peter
Peter, 7-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
10 Oct, 2024
Great rooms
Heidi
Heidi, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
21 Jan, 2025
Know what you'll get
Consistently good property to stay at
Charles
Charles, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
30 Aug, 2024
Great Location
I stay here each time I visit Townsville as it is close to great dining and the QCB Stadium for footy and events.
Debra
Debra, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
9 Jun, 2024
Great place to stay for the rugby
Stacey
Stacey, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
24 Jul, 2024
the staff remembered me from past stays - very impressed
Gregory
Gregory, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
31 Aug, 2024
Clean and quiet, great parking and access to restaurants and CBD
Glenn
Glenn, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
6 Sept, 2024
Smaller room than I'm used to but otherwise a great hotel, price and location
Ian
Ian, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
8 Sept, 2024
It was a convenient location, clean, reasonable price.
Paul
Paul, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
4 Aug, 2024
Great location, nicely renovated, good restaurant, great staff, rooms serviced daily. Would definitely go back when in Townsville.
Jennifer
Jennifer, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
1 Jan, 2025
Quiet. Had cafe attached. Had guest laundry facilities. Comfortable bed.
Anthea
Anthea, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
31 Aug, 2024
Fantastic venue in a great location. Within walking distance to the city and perfect location to walk to the new Cowboys stadium