The Rocks Historic Guesthouse - Details

Townsville is the capital of the dry tropics in North Queensland.It enjoys over 300 days of sunshine each year and has magnificent beaches on theStrand and Magnetic Island. Things to do include: Great Barrier Reef trips and diving (some of the best in the world).
Underwater Aquarium (walk through and see the sharks, reef fish etc).
Billabong Sanctuary (one of the best Australian fauna parks in the world).
Strand beaches
Paluma Rainforest and walks.
Charters Towers and Ravenswood Historic Townships
Casino
Birdwatching

The Rocks sits at the top of Melton hill in the CBD of Townsville and is Townsville's most historic home. The three verandahs enjoy a constant sea breeze and have panoramic views over Magnetic Island and Cleveland Bay. All rooms are full of antiques and collectables, each with its own unique ambience.

Complimentary tropical breakfasts and sherries in the evening are provided to all guests. The beach and city heart are just down the road and most importantly, the old world atmosphere is an ideal setting for easy conversations with the owners and other guests.

Each room is individually decorated and furnished in period style.They vary is size and style according to where they are located and when they were built. For example one of the largest rooms is the operating theatre, built when it was a hospital. It has a 20 foot cathedral ceiling.

We service rooms daily, provide complimentary breakfasts and sherries at six in the evenings and arrange tour bookings on request.

No pets