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The Colonial Rose Motel

3.5 star property
Suburban motel in Townsville with free parking

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Executive Room, Non Smoking | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, free WiFi
Front of property
Terrace/patio
Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Property grounds

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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23 Bowen Road, Mundingburra, QLD, 4812
  • Place, Townsville Golf Club
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Mater Hospital Pimlico
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Murray Sporting Complex
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Townsville, QLD (TSV)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Family Room, Non Smoking

Family Room, Non Smoking | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Family Room, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 280 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed and 3 Twin Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (King Room) | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (King Room)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(15 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Executive Room, Non Smoking | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Executive Room, Non Smoking

  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Double or Twin Room, Non Smoking | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Standard Double or Twin Room, Non Smoking

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Townsville

Located in Mundingburra within a short walk of Anderson Park Botanical Gardens, The Colonial Rose Motel is within a mile (2 km) of Mater Hospital Pimlico. This 3.5-star motel welcomes guests with 35 rooms and conveniences like an outdoor pool, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Townsville Golf Club - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Anderson Park Botanical Gardens - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Mater Hospital Pimlico - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Murray Sporting Complex - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Bush Garden Landcare Site - 8 min drive - 2.1 miles

Getting around

  • Townsville Station - 4 min drive
  • Townsville, QLD (TSV) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Sun Hotel - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Pizza Riviera Hermit Park - ‬1 min drive
  • ‪Centenary Hotel - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Hungry Jack's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Kings road fish bar - ‬12 min walk

About this property

The Colonial Rose Motel

Suburban motel in Townsville with free parking
The Colonial Rose Motel features an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and conference space. If you plan to drive, free parking is available. Friendly staff can provide luggage storage, and also offer advice about sightseeing. Additional amenities include laundry facilities and barbecue grills.
32-inch flat-screen TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Refrigerators, microwaves, and electric kettles are other standard amenities.
Recreational amenities at the motel include an outdoor pool.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Conference space

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • 2 floors
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Crib (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Monday - Friday (8:00 AM - 8:00 PM) and Saturday - Sunday (9:00 AM - 6:00 PM)
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk, lockbox

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 10.0 per day
  • Cribs/infant beds are available for AUD 5.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 5.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 10.0 per day

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
  • Check-in: noon—-8:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.

National rating

This property has been awarded a star rating from the Australian Star Ratings Agency, Star Ratings Australia.

Property is also known as

Colonial Rose Motel Mundingburra
Colonial Rose Motel
Colonial Rose Mundingburra
Colonial Rose
The Colonial Rose Motel Motel
The Colonial Rose Motel Mundingburra
The Colonial Rose Motel Motel Mundingburra

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at The Colonial Rose Motel?

The Colonial Rose Motel provides free cancellation on certain room rates. For more details, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to do near The Colonial Rose Motel?

This motel is situated in Mundingburra within a short 8-minute walk of Anderson Park Botanical Gardens. You'll also find Castle Hill and Reid Park Street Circuit within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at The Colonial Rose Motel?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the motel. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does The Colonial Rose Motel feature a casino on the premises?

No, The Colonial Rose Motel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Colonial Rose Motel?

No, this motel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at The Colonial Rose Motel?

Couples staying at this motel will appreciate amenities like an outdoor pool plus some guestrooms include courtyard views and bathrobes.

Are there hot tubs at The Colonial Rose Motel?

No, this motel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does The Colonial Rose Motel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, The Colonial Rose Motel doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does The Colonial Rose Motel allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Colonial Rose Motel.

Does The Colonial Rose Motel have connecting rooms?

Yes, this motel has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

How close is the airport from The Colonial Rose Motel?

The closest major airport to The Colonial Rose Motel is Townsville, QLD (TSV), which is 4.1 mi away (7 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The Colonial Rose Motel?

Yes, some guestrooms at The Colonial Rose Motel offer a balcony and may feature courtyard views.

Reviews

The Colonial Rose Motel Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 133 out of 209 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 58 out of 209 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 209 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 209 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 209 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Gabrielle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is basic but fills all your needs. Clean with king size bed. Kitchen bowls plates wine glasses and cutlery. Fresh milk provided too. Great location in Townsville and right next to 7/11.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brett

Liked: Staff & service
It was ok.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The motel was clean tidy and clean and convenient to the hospital
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacqui

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good value for money. Convenience store next door. Not far from everything! Will be revisiting 💯
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Frances

Traveled with group
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Afterhours

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Gregory, Townsville

Nice room reasonable location just roadworks upthe road so bit of noise
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ladina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Majella

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

M

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Noisy

Normally this would not be too close to the busy road, but sound proffing in the room was zero, woken up early by traffic. Wifi poor
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Mary

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was clean Outside area was terrible where large drain was very unkempt
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Justin

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Solid Building, staff were friendly and efficient. However, Rooms werent clean, blankets on the bed were dirty covered in food, the bathrooms were dirty, ???? Snot on the wall behind the towel holder
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Craig and Juliana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

KEVIN

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

KEVIN

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Always great
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rick

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great no complaints at all.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

David

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice motel, very big rooms and everything I needed was there. Check in and out was very easy.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Justine, Preston

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
James the staff member who greeted us was so lovely. We flew in early from Brisbane, dropped our bag off and he organised our room to be ready asap, which we appreciated so much! The room was so clean, with great amenities. Thanks Team :)
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great price with clean rooms and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff were friendly and helpful. Property was well signed and room was clean.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Adrian

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great value for money, clean & comfortable.

Very simple check in, provided with fresh milk. Clean comfortable room with space. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A wonderful little gem. Very comfortable rooms and the food was top notch.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

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