The Castle Lodge Motel is located on Warburton Street, with the main entrance on Rose Street and is on the direct route from the airport to Townsville city. Nestled at the base of Townsville’s dominant Castle Hill, and within easy walking distance of the beautiful Strand and beaches and the City Mall, Castle Lodge offers an excellent launching site to visit nearby Magnetic Island, the Reef and Townsville’s many other attractions. Buses pass the motel. Ferries are within easy reach. If coming from the South, take City/Port Route 16 through city,past hospital, motel is on the right 1.5 km from city, 1km from hospital. If coming from the North on Woolcock Street (Bruce Highway) turn left at McDonalds/Sizzlers corner(Hugh Street)and follow the Alternative Highway 1 Route for about 4 km.
Taxi to Airport (3.5 km) $8.00 Shuttle Bus to Airport $8.00 Bus to City (2 km) $1.50 Bus to ferry/cruise terminal (2 km) $1.50 Taxi to city $6.60 (Taxi fares vary according to the time of day)
Nearest International Airport - Cairns connecting flights from Townsville (365 km)