There's nothing quite like a barefoot luxury escape: appreciating a slower pace of life, getting back to nature while still enjoying the highlights that luxury travel brings.

Situated along the golden Queensland coast, the Townsville region is brimming with barefoot luxury accommodation, dining, and experiences to discover and enjoy.

Where to Stay

Orpheus Island Lodge

If all-inclusive, secluded and luxury are in your holiday vocabulary, Orpheus Island Lodge is the place for you. Situated off the Townsville coast, this island hideaway will leave you impressed before you even arrive. Begin your experience with a scenic 30-minute helicopter ride across the glimmering Coral Sea, before touching down amidst the tranquillity of Orpheus Island. Spend your days snorkelling and diving the surrounding Great Barrier Reef, home to 1,100 of the 1,500 fish species on the reef, before rejuvenating at the Gwandalan Spa. Barefoot luxury experiences don't come any more tropical than this.

The Ville Resort Casino

If you prefer to remain closer to the action, The Ville Resort Casino is the answer. This barefoot luxury hotel is situated in the centre of Townsville, with views overlooking Magnetic Island, the Coral Sea, and the Breakwater Marina. A buzzing atmosphere without scrimping on the luxurious side of travelling, enjoy deluxe hotel rooms, infinity pool, private cabanas, and world-class dining.

Where to Eat

A Touch of Salt

Let your tastebuds do the talking at A Touch of Salt. Utilising top-quality ingredients and ensuring that your dining experience is nothing short of brilliant, it's no wonder this chef-hatted restaurant has won many awards. Here you can experience the taste of Australia from the charred octopus and mackerel spring rolls to the smoked cauliflower and even seared kangaroo skewers.

Bridgewater

With a menu crafted to bring out the best of local, seasonal produce, Bridgewater is the place to dine if authentic ingredients and a focus on flavour is high on your list of priorities. Enjoy a long lunch or delicious dinner as you overlook the river and across Townsville city. We recommend treating you and your companions to their degustation with paired wines menu for a diverse and modern dining experience.

Miss Songs

As mentioned earlier, The Ville Resort Casino is home to world-class dining, and you'll find it here at Miss Songs. Identifying as Asian fine dining with a modern, tropical Queensland twist, Miss Songs combines traditional Chinese cuisine, Asian inspiration and fresh Townsville and nearby regions' produce, to create a lasting dining impression. Miss Songs is recommended for groups, with the Chinese Banquet an often-popular dining choice.

What to Experience

Helicopter + Picnic at Magnetic Island

Ready to discover the Townsville region from new heights while also treating yourself to an island picnic you won't be forgetting anytime soon? That sounds like our idea of the ultimate barefoot luxury experience. You can experience it for yourself with Townsville Helicopters. Enjoy incredible views across Townsville City, Castle Hill, Cape Cleveland, and Cleveland Bay from your luxury helicopter before stopping in for a delicious beach picnic at Magnetic Island.

Private Sailing Charter

If escaping the crowds and enjoying a yacht all to yourself is how you want to spend a barefoot luxury holiday in Townsville, you'll be happy to know both Pilgrim Magnetic Island and Big Mama Sailing offer just that. Whether you sit back with a glass of wine in your hand or get in among the sailing, go with just your significant other, or gather a group of your friends to enjoy, we can guarantee that private sailing charters are an exquisite way to explore Magnetic Island and the Townsville coastline.

Pelorus Island

Barefoot luxury with a side of adventure - say hello to Pelorus Island. Situated just 800m north of Orpheus Island, this island is the definition of an untouched, pristine environment. Due to its exclusivity, this spectacular island is only accessible from private boat charters - such as those offered by North Queensland Island Charters - but its breathtaking fringing reef is well-worth the extra effort to explore.

So, for those looking for their dream barefoot luxury escape, you’ll find it right here in Townsville North Queensland. With superb accommodation, well-crafted dining, and a conglomeration of incredible experiences, there’s something for every type of barefoot luxury traveller in Townsville North Queensland.