Rydges Southbank Townsville Hotel

23 Palmer Street, Townsville, Australia, 4810
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NEWLY RENOVATED STANDALONE CONFERENCE CENTRE The Hotel boasts spectacular city and marina views and a full range of facilities, including an a la carte restaurant, superb accommodation, bar, pool, spa and complimentary onsite parking. The hotel and convention centre is ideally located within Townsville’s city centre, in the heart of the restaurant and cafe precinct. Close to entertainment venues and all major tourist attractions, it is perfect for those who like to be close to all the action. The newly renovated Southbank Convention Centre, is a standalone conference space and offers three purpose-built specially equipped state-of-the art conference rooms. These rooms can be opened up to form the Grand Ballroom, large enough for up to 500 delegates. High ceilings, state of the art built in AV and complimentary wifi make these spaces perfect for conferences, meetings, trade shows or social soirees. The Convention Centre also offers a boardroom that can be utilised as a secretariat or organiser retreat. There are an additional two meeting rooms located in Rydges Southbank Townsville next to the Convention Centre. Whether it's for ten or five hundred people, we understand that organising a conference or meeting takes a lot of time and hard work. With flexibility in packages and options our dedicated and experienced team are ready to help create a successful event.

Venue Details

ChainEVT
BrandRydges Hotels & Resorts
Built-
Renovated-
Total meeting space10,000 sq. ft.
Guest Rooms-
Venue typeHotel

Amenities

Room features and guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Internet access
  • Laundry service
  • Room service

Facilities

  • Onsite catering
  • Onsite restaurant

Business services

  • AV capabilities
  • Video conference

Recreational activities

  • Outdoor pool

Transportation

  • Bus
  • Taxi

Meeting rooms

Total meeting space
10,000 sq. ft.
Largest room
4,629 sq. ft.
Meeting rooms
9
Second largest room
2,045 sq. ft.
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Meeting space

Name
Room size
Ceiling height
Maximum capacity
U-Shape
Banquet rounds
Cocktail rounds
Theater
Classroom
Boardroom
Boardroom
215 sq. ft.
19.8 x 11.6 sq. ft.
8.3 ft.
12
-
12
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12
Grand Ballroom
4,629 sq. ft.
42.9 x 108.9 sq. ft.
14.9 ft.
500
-
350
400
500
250
-
Kingston
1,399 sq. ft.
42.9 x 33 sq. ft.
14.9 ft.
80
30
70
80
80
45
30
Portside
969 sq. ft.
28.1 x 34.7 sq. ft.
8.3 ft.
80
25
60
80
60
40
25
Raffles
2,045 sq. ft.
42.9 x 42.9 sq. ft.
14.9 ft.
150
35
120
150
150
100
35
Savoy
1,076 sq. ft.
33 x 33 sq. ft.
14.9 ft.
80
25
60
80
60
35
20

Location

Getting Here

Distance from airport 3.75 mi
Parking in the area
Complimentary parking

Local Attractions

Magnetic Island

Magnetic Island

Recreation
80 mins
It might only be a 20-minute ferry ride from Townsville, but once you set foot on Magnetic Island you’ll soon be running on island time.  How to get to Magnetic Island From Townsville, jump on the Sealink passenger service for a 25 minute trip to the Island. For those arriving by car, Fantasea Cruising Magnetic is a 45 minute service which runs daily.  Things to do in Magnetic Island Work your camera and your legs on the Forts Walk, keeping an eye out for koalas, WWII military base ruins and views of the island’s 23 bays and beaches. Set out on a self-guided snorkelling tour of Geoffrey Bay then hand-feed rock wallabies once back on shore. Venture off the beaten path to some (almost) secret national park beaches including Arthur, Radical and Florence Bay. Prefer a different mode of transport? Feel the wind in your hair behind the wheel of a classic moke or topless car, or set sail on a tall ship. Saddle up for horse riding through Maggie’s best beach and bush real estate, or, get your heart racing at Horseshoe Bay with jet-skiing and sea kayaking
Magnetic Island
Townsville, QLD_AUS, AU 4810
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Castle Hill

Recreation
5 kms
Free Entry Just metres short of a mountain, Castle Hill is the giant pink granite monolith that stands proud in the centre of Townsville - a perfect place for visitors to orientate themselves. As well as offering vehicle access, Castle Hill provides a number of popular walking tracks, which are frequented by more than 2,500 locals a day! The 360-degree views of Townsville at the top are well worth the journey. Be sure to have a camera on hand, particularly for sunrise or sunset as these are photo opportunities which shouldn't be missed. As well as offering an iconic centre piece for the city and spectacular scenic views, Castle Hill has a significant history. The Hill's vantage was used by visiting American soldiers during World War II. According to local legend, the visitors famously offered to demolish the hill and use the rock to build a bridge to Magnetic Island. A World War II observation bunker sits on one corner of the Hill reminding visitors of Castle Hill's military history. Castle Hill facilities include car parking, public amenities, drink fountains and shaded seating to enjoy while taking in some of the best views of the city and across to Magnetic Island.
Castle Hill Rd
Townsville, QLD_AUS, AU 4810
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Museum of Tropical North Queensland

Museum of Tropical North Queensland

Museum
10 mins
The award-winning Museum of Tropical Queensland provides a snapshot of this diverse region of North Queensland, from World Heritage listed rainforest and reefs to the story of the shipwrecked HMS Pandora, the ship sent to capture the Bounty mutineers. The Museum's family-friendly exhibitions and displays explore life in the tropics from prehistoric times to modern day. Located in the heart of Townsville, the Museum has temporary and permanent exhibitions to captivate visitors and their school holiday programs offer something for kids of all ages. The Great Gallery is dominated by a replica of the HMS Pandora, the ship sent by the British Admiralty in 1790 to capture the Bounty and her mutinous crew in Tahiti. Tragically, on her return journey in 1791, Pandora hit the Great Barrier Reef and sake. She remained undiscovered for 186 years and today, objects recovered from the wreck are part of this permanent exhibition. Dig a little deeper into the stories behind the exhibitions and displays with a daily program of talks and tours starting at 10.30am. Paid street parking is available outside the Museum, and free parking (time limits apply) is available on The Strand, about 200 metres from the Museum.
70-102 Flinders Street
Townsville, QLD_AUS, AU 4810
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Billabong Sanctuary

Recreation
20 mins
Interative Wild Life Experience
Bruce Highway, Nome
Townsville City, AU 4816
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Reef HQ Aquarium

Recreation
10 mins
Experience the Great Barrier Reef without getting wet, at the world’s largest living coral reef aquarium. As the National Reef Education Centre for the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority, Reef HQ Aquarium will open your eyes to an amazing world filled with thousands of charismatic marine creatures. With impressive exhibits the aquarium offers an ever changing, always fascinating experience, showcasing rare and extraordinary features of the Great Barrier Reef.
2-68 Flinders St
Townsville City, AU 4810
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Cancellation Policy

CANCELLATION We would be disappointed if your event was to be cancelled. However, we realise circumstances occasionally make this necessary. Cancellation of function rooms and accommodation must be advised in writing. If the Event is cancelled, the following conditions will apply: - NOTICE OF 120 DAYS OR MORE: Event & Catering Should the entire booking be cancelled by the Client, The Hotel will retain all deposits up until this point. (or see date change clause below). Accommodation Up to 25% of rooms held may be cancelled without penalty. Each room booking cancelled in excess of 25% will be subject to a cancellation fee equal to 10% of the contract rate. All cancellations must be received in writing and must be re-confirmed by the Hotel. NOTICE OF 90 DAYS OR LESS: Event & Catering Should the entire booking be cancelled by the Client, The Hotel will retain all deposits up until this point and a further cancellation fee equal to 20% of the total value of the event. Accommodation Up to 20% of rooms may be cancelled without penalty. For the remainder, a fee equal to 25% of the contracted accommodation charges will be payable on all cancelled room nights. All cancellations must be received in writing and must be re-confirmed by the Hotel. NOTICE OF 60 DAYS OR LESS: Event & Catering In the event of a cancellation made within 60 days of the event full room hire will be charged along with 50% of food & beverage items. Accommodation Up to 15% of rooms may be cancelled without penalty. Each room booking cancelled in excess of 15% will be subject to a cancellation fee equal to 50% of the contracted accommodation charges will be payable on all cancelled room nights. All cancellations must be received in writing and must be re-confirmed by the Hotel NOTICE OF 30 DAYS OR LESS: Event & Catering In the event of a cancellation made as late as less than 30 days to the function date, full payment of the estimated cost of the event will be incurred. Accommodation. Each room night cancelled will be subject to a cancellation charge equal to the full accommodation component (100%). Any additional rooms will be on a request basis at the best available rate, subject to availability. All cancellations must be received in writing and must be re-confirmed by the Hotel.

Additional details

The Convention Centre completed renovations and refurbishments in February 2019.

Rydges Southbank Townsville Hotel Frequently Asked Questions

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Sustainable Practices

Please provide comments or a link to any publicly communicated Rydges Southbank Townsville Hotel's sustainability or social impact goals/strategy.
EVT monitors and manages climate change risk through its established governance and review processes with oversight from the Board and Audit/ Risk Committee. EVT’s response is led by the CEO with senior leadership team support. www.evt.com/investors
Does Rydges Southbank Townsville Hotel have a strategy that focuses on the elimination and diversion of waste (i.e. plastics, papers, cardboard, etc.)? If yes, please elaborate on your strategy of elimination and diversion of waste.
Yes, Recyle bins

Diversity and Inclusion

For US hotels only, is Rydges Southbank Townsville Hotel and/or parent company certified as a 51% diverse owned business enterprise (BE)? If yes, please indicate which one of the following you are certified as:
NA
If applicable, could you please provide a link to Rydges Southbank Townsville Hotel's public report on their commitments and initiatives related to diversity, equity, and inclusion?
https://www.evt.com/investors/

Health and Safety

Were practices at Rydges Southbank Townsville Hotel developed based on health service recommendations from public governmental entities or private organizations? If Yes, please list which organizations were used to develop these practices.
Yes, Third Party Review Completed - Clinical Excellence Commission. Infection Prevention and Control. Safe Work Australia. Work Safe New Zealand. Australian Dept of Health. NZ Ministry of Health.
Does Rydges Southbank Townsville Hotel clean and sanitize public areas and publicly accessible facilities (i.e. meeting rooms, restaurants, elevator banks, etc.)? If yes, describe any new measures that are taken.
Yes, Cleaning and sanitisation program developed exceeding Safe Work Australia cleaning guidelines. Cleaning infogaphics (SOPs) developed for staff training and reinforcement. Public areas cleaning schedules displayed. Cleaning products are TGA approved.
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