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8.3

356 reviews

Jacana Apartments

Jacana Apartments

1-15 Sporting Drive, Thuringowa, Townsville, 4817, Australia

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Outdoor swimming pool

Free Private Parking

Free wifi

Air conditioning

Tour desk

Parking On Site

Terrace

Mountain view

Jacana Apartments

Jacana Apartments is a 4-star apart-hotel in Townsville, Australia. Located 6.2mi from the city center, the address is 1-15 Sporting Drive, Thuringowa. With 356 reviews and a price starting from $144, this stay promises a comfortable base for exploring the region.

Features include an outdoor swimming pool (free), free private parking, and free Wi-Fi, plus a terrace and balcony with mountain and river views. A fully equipped kitchen and kitchenware meet everyday needs, while air conditioning keeps things comfortable. Other conveniences include a tour desk, elevator and on-site parking (free), wheelchair accessibility, non-smoking rooms, patio, garden, playground, free toiletries, and upper floors accessible by elevator. For gatherings, meeting/banquet facilities are available for an extra charge, and a golf course is offered for an additional fee.

With river and mountain views, flexible living spaces, and easy access to Townsville and Thuringowa adventures, Jacana Apartments offers a breezy, comfortable launchpad for a Queensland getaway.

Framed by river and mountain vistas, Jacana Apartments invites travelers to settle into a breezy, home-away-from-home vibe. An outdoor pool offers a sunny splash any time, complemented by terraces and balconies that capture the scenery. Inside, a fully equipped kitchen with kitchenware stands ready for casual meals, while air conditioning keeps every corner comfortable after days of exploration. Free Wi-Fi, free private parking, and on-site parking (free) add practical ease to the stay.

Two apartment layouts cater to different group sizes. The Apartment, 2 Bedroom spans about 861 square feet and accommodates up to 4 adults and 3 children, with a bedding setup of two twin beds and one king bed. The Apartment, 1 Bedroom covers about 624 square feet and fits 2 adults and 1 child, with a king-size bed. Both options are non-smoking and come with a fully equipped kitchen, ideal for self-catering during a Queensland getaway.

On-site perks include a patio, garden, and a playground for downtime, plus a tour desk to help plan adventures around Townsville and Thuringowa. For gatherings, meeting and banquet facilities are available for an extra charge, and a golf course is offered for an additional fee. Accepted payment methods include Diners Club, Visa, Mastercard, and American Express, while cash is not accepted.

Closest airports

Townsville Airport

5.2mi

Palm Island Airport

40.2mi

Most popular amenities

Outdoor swimming pool

Free Private Parking

Free wifi

Air conditioning

Tour desk

Parking On Site

Terrace

Mountain view

Kitchen

Wheelchair accessible

Non-smoking rooms

Patio

Kitchenware

River view

View

Garden

Playground

Elevator

Upper floors accessible by elevator

Free toiletries

Balcony

Rooms

Two-Bedroom Apartment in Jacana Apartments

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Apartment, 2 Bedroom

2 Twin Beds

1 King Size Bed

860 sqft

Mountain view

River view

Kitchen

Private Bathroom

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More details

This air-conditioned apartment features a private balcony overlooking the Ross River. It includes a fully equipped kitchen, laundry facilities and a separate living room with a flat-screen TV and a DVD player. Please note that the price is based on 4 guests. Maximum occupancy is 5 (see 'Policies' section).

One-Bedroom Apartment in Jacana Apartments

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Apartment, 1 Bedroom

1 King Size Bed

625 sqft

Mountain view

River view

Kitchen

Private Bathroom

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More details

This air-conditioned apartment features a private balcony overlooking the Ross River. It includes a fully equipped kitchen, laundry facilities and a separate living room with a flat-screen TV and a DVD player. Please note that there is no capacity for additional guests.

Guest reviews

8.3

356 reviews

Categories of assessments

Cleanliness

Comfort

Location

Facilities

Staff

Value for money

WiFi quality

Featured reviews:

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Eve

10

July 2025

We had such a lovely view of the Ross River from our balcony. We really enjoyed relaxing on the balcony with each other & family who dropped by.

The only thing really was the bedroom window had a really bright light outside & we had to sleep with window & blind shut. Also was a bit noisy when other people were walking outside to other units which was on bedroom side, at night. Also could have done with a second set of towels to use in the unit 1 set just not enough for us. Also the lighting was bad in main part of living area of unit. Especially at night.

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Christian

10

January 2025

It is located on the Riverway along Ross River and has a gorgeous view of the river and mountains. The apartment was very comfortable with nice bathrooms, a well-appointed kitchen (Full size refrigerator, stovetop, microwave, dishwasher), a 6-seat dining table, television seating area, balcony with table and chairs, and very effective air conditioners. The community center cafe was very delicious for breakfast and coffee, and there was a huge pool and nice little library there. The building had plenty of parking and all was behind a private gate electronic gate.

I would suggest the property update the apartments with the ability to plug in electronics to USB ports so that international travelers don’t need to have multiple adapters and/or converters.

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Suzanne

9.1

June 2025

As this is out of the city by 20 mins we chose this for the proximity for the dragon boat club. Lovely the walking path along the river and the river view. Not too far to the shops . Nice size apartment with dishwasher and washing machine and dryer. Loved the balcony and because we had a corner room on top floor you could leave the door open. Lots of traffic noise particularly hoons and sirens but didnt notice it once got to sleep in comfy bed.

Its 20 mins from train station and airport so hard without a car.

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Erin

8.2

August 2024

All rooms were lovely and overlooking the river.

I purposely booked this accommodation as it had free cancellation until a couple of days prior to arrival. We required this security due to health issues. Yet once we had booked, we received notification from the property that they had taken 50% of the price and there was not free cancellation at all. If these are the terms, they should not be advertising free cancellation and be transparent about the terms on the accommodation listing. Luckily, we didn’t have to cancel and could attend as planned.

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Sarah

10

May 2024

I am disabled and in a wheelchair and I saw from the pictures that the apartments looked pretty accessible and with enough space to move my chair and walker around in and it was exactly like the pictures! The room was immaculate, very clean and the kitchen was well stocked with appliances, crockery etc. the tv had Foxtel which was also great and the aircons were nice and cold! We also loved the security of the whole place, having a gated entrance gave us extra peace of mind. The whole grounds and gardens were beautiful and they even had a café, a library, a massive lagoon pool and a gallery onsite. It was quite impressive I must say and we will definitely be staying here again whenever we next return to Townsville. 10/10!!

The only thing for me being disabled, maybe some handles that can fold up and down beside the toilet and a hand rail in the shower would have been good for some extra safety features.

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Melissa

8.2

January 2025

Views from rooms were beautiful. Beds very comfortable. Room was spacious and warming Loved having a washing machine and dryer Couldn't find the bin room until the last days when I see the sign (apologies, I was just leaving rubbish at the door)

Not knowing where the big bin was, until I found the bin room on the last day More cleaning during the week Bring fresh towels every could of days please

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Anthony

8.2

July 2025

Location was good except for one thing. View was good. The apartment was very clean with followed cleaning service.

The apartment was adjacent to a very road which was not a problem however, the road noise and sirens were extremely noisy which restricted the use of the balcony. The noise filtered inside with balcony door closed as well.

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Katrina

8.2

December 2024

the location was perfect! the beautiful lawns and river views. We were close to everything we needed.

that it was non smoking even on the room balcony and I had to go very far to do so. What made it even more difficult was the fact that it didn't stop raining the entire time. And there was a designated smoking area under cover. Also there were no exhaust fans in both bathrooms so the humidity made showering so uncomfortable for us all.

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Mark

10

June 2025

Selected this property for its location close to hospital and being a fully self contained unit. It’s exactly what we required with the additional benefit of nearby eating and retail outlets. Good facility security with additional mobile presence

A little road noise due to location but nothing that would prevent us staying again

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Graham

10

August 2023

We had a two bedroom apartment for 1 couple and 1 adult on 1st floor for nine days. Overlooking a river. 2 bathrooms. Wonderful. When doors closed, we heard no external traffic. Bliss! Staff invariably helpful and cheerful. Each we met seemed to enjoy their work. Laundry and kitchen facilities great. Excellent all round. Fantastic walking along the river.

Would have liked to have had some form of washing line to dry those clothes that aren't suitable for the dryer.

Points of Interest Around Jacana Apartments

Attractions

Tumbetin Tea Rooms

2.3mi

Palmetum

2.4mi

Royal Australian Air Force Museum (RAAF Museum)

4.3mi

Castle Hill

6.5mi

Army Museum North Queensland

7.2mi

Kissing Point Fortification

7.2mi

The Strand

7.4mi

Museum of Tropical Queensland

7.4mi

Maritime Museum of Townsville

7.4mi

Jezzine Barracks

7.4mi

Reef HQ Aquarium

7.4mi

Billabong Sanctuary

9.8mi

Pools

Location

  • Outdoor

Amenities of Jacana Apartments

Outdoor swimming pool

Free Private Parking

Free wifi

Air conditioning

Tour desk

Parking On Site

Terrace

Mountain view

Kitchen

Wheelchair accessible

Non-smoking rooms

Patio

Kitchenware

River view

View

Garden

Playground

Elevator

Upper floors accessible by elevator

Free toiletries

Balcony

Stay rules - Jacana Apartments

  • Check-in / Check-out

  • Pets

  • Internet

  • Age restrictions

  • Parking

  • Children and beds

  • Cards accepted at this property

Frequently Asked Questions - Jacana Apartments

When are the check-in and check-out times for Jacana Apartments?

Jacana Apartments offers check-in timings from 02:00 PM to 05:00 PM. Make sure to check out by 10:00 AM.

Is there parking available at Jacana Apartments?

Yes, Jacana Apartments provides free and private on-site parking. No reservation is required to avail this facility.

How much does a stay at Jacana Apartments cost?

A stay at Jacana Apartments can begin from a rate of $144. This is subject to change based on room selection and travel dates. For a clear price, input your desired stay dates.

Which room categories can I book at Jacana Apartments?

At Jacana Apartments, guests can choose from two types of rooms: Two-Bedroom Apartments and One-Bedroom Apartments. Both room types are apartments and do not allow smoking. Two-Bedroom Apartments have a larger size of 861 sqft and can accommodate 4 adults and 3 children, with 2 Twin beds and 1 King size bed. One-Bedroom Apartments have a smaller size of 624 sqft and can accommodate 2 adults and 1 child, with 1 King size bed.

What are the main attractions at Jacana Apartments?

Guests at Jacana Apartments can spend their time enjoying the outdoor swimming pool. The hotel features an outdoor pool where guests can relax and swim.

Golf course

Jacana Apartments also offers a golf course, allowing guests to play a round of golf during their stay.

BBQ facilities

For those who enjoy outdoor cooking, the hotel provides BBQ facilities. Guests can have a barbecue by the poolside and enjoy a meal in the open air.

Playground

Families with children can take advantage of the hotel's playground. Children can have fun playing on the playground equipment while parents relax nearby.

Overall, guests at Jacana Apartments have a variety of leisure activities to choose from. They can swim in the outdoor pool, play a round of golf, have a BBQ by the poolside, or let their children play on the playground.

Does Jacana Apartments feature a pool area?

The hotel has an outdoor pool, but there is no other information provided about any additional pools.

Which payment methods are supported by Jacana Apartments?

Jacana Apartments accepts payment via Diners Club, Visa, Mastercard, and American Express. Cash payments are not accepted.