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TI Motel Torres Strait

2.5 star property
Travelers stock up at the convenience store before cooking on gas grills at this practical Torres Strait accommodation with airport shuttle and outdoor seating.

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Located in the heart of Torres Strait, TI Motel offers a convenient base with practical amenities. Guests can use shopping and laundry facilities, in-room WiFi, and express check-out. Gas grills and luggage storage ensure a hassle-free stay.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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Queen Bed Unit | Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

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Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LED TV
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 298 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

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Queen Plus 1 Single Bed Unit | Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Queen Plus 1 Single Bed Unit

8.0 out of 10
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Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LED TV
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Electric kettle
  • 286 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Bathtub | Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Bathtub

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LED TV
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Deep soaking bathtub
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • Partial sea view
  • 366 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
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About the neighborhood

Located in Thursday Island, TI Motel Torres Strait is in a shopping district and near the beach. Travelers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Torres Strait Heritage Museum, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Torres Strait and Punsand Bay Beach. Horn Island Jetty and Round Island Conservation Park are two other places to visit that come recommended. Visit our Thursday Island travel guide
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127 Douglas St, Thursday Island, QLD, 4875

What's nearby

  • PE9DDN
    Horn Island Jetty
    16 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Torres Strait Heritage Museum
    17 min drive - 5.3 km

Getting around

  • Horn Island, QLD (HID)
    8 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Torres Hotel
    3 min walk
  • The Grand Hotel Thursday Island
    7 min walk
  • Ma.Kai
    4 min walk
  • IBIS Café
    1 min walk
  • Bernie's Kai Kai Bar
    4 min walk

About this property

TI Motel Torres Strait

Motel near Torres Strait
Located close to Horn Island Jetty and Torres Strait Heritage Museum, TI Motel Torres Strait provides a grocery/convenience store, shopping on site, and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), express check-out, and luggage storage
  • Gas grills, ATM/banking services, and outdoor furniture
Room features
All guestrooms at TI Motel Torres Strait offer perks such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hair dryers
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Street parking available
  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM at scheduled times

Things to do

  • Shopping

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • No elevator
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 2 floors
  • Built in 2008
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Cable channels
  • Netflix
  • Premium channels

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: AUD 80
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests must transfer to the property via boat and must arrange the transfers by contacting the property before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open Monday - Friday (8:00 AM - 5:00 PM) and Saturday - Sunday (9:00 AM - noon)
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 5:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Inter-Island transfers are required to reach the property, located on Thursday Island. From Horn Island Airport, guests must take a connecting bus to Horn Island Jetty where they will picked up and taken by ferry to Thursday Island. Guests are required to pay the transfer fees for inter-Island transportation. On Thursday Island, guests can catch a taxi to the property.

Access methods

Staffed front desk, lockbox

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: AUD 66 per person (roundtrip)
  • Late check-out fee: AUD 80 (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

TI Motel Torres Strait Thursday Island
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Frequently asked questions

Is TI Motel Torres Strait pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

There is free parking nearby.

What time is check-in at TI Motel Torres Strait?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at TI Motel Torres Strait?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM. Late check-out is available for AUD 80 (subject to availability).

Does TI Motel Torres Strait provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs 8:00 AM–4:00 PM at scheduled times. A fee of AUD 66 per person applies.

Where is TI Motel Torres Strait located?

Situated by the sea, this motel is 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Torres Strait and 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Torres Strait Heritage Museum. Punsand Bay Beach is 15.5 mi (25 km) away.

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Reviews

TI Motel Torres Strait Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

10

Location

9.4

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 20 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 20 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 20 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property. Very clean and quiet. Fantastic and responsive customer service.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Motel was cool & comfortable. Great bed & good TV. A little expensive. TI has very limited dining options. Shame not at least 1 good restaurant other than the pubs. Overall a memorable place to visit
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Carl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Our room was a very good size with a comfortable bed and furniture. It was clean with a well equipped kitchenette. The bathroom was very user-friendly and had a great shower. For those staying for several days, I'd expect to have the bins emptied and the condiments topped up daily.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was greeted in reception by the owner himself who is very knowledgeable and passionate about the island and it's amenities and activities. If needed, he runs a car hire business and also has a cash out ATM machine. The room was very well appointed, and clean. It had TV, wi-fi, and in-room coffee and bikkie service. There were dishes if you wanted to prepare food on the grill outside, or use the microwave. There are restaurants and a huge supermarket (IBIS) within easy walking distance. I went to the Torres Straight Cultural Center, which is different than the museum on Horn Island. It is free. The Horn Island museum has a lot more historical artifacts of the area and costs $10. Both are worth visiting. The locals keep their culture alive, and there were school kids performing the dances near the hotel, and they let me watch. Very nice, they are happy, and I felt very welcomed on the island.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great family stuff. made use of the BBQ and close to IBIS, playground and bakery. Will stay here again, eso!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Shane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice motel in a fascinating place

Small motel that does exactly what it says on the label. They were very helpful and are well-positioned as you come off the ferry - just turn left along the main esplanade and it's the building behind the Federal Hotel (it's nicer than the pub, I promise). It was quiet and they have a no-tolerance policy about noise after 10pm because the motel's used by workers who're in T.I. for short stays and have to get a decent rest. Bed was comfy, shower nice and hot with great pressure, room clean and quiet, and they had a lovely dog called Chino who accepts pats when she's outside. Our ferry didn't go until lunchtime and the management was nice enough to give us a late checkout. A lot of people come to T.I. for a day trip, but an overnight stay is good. We stayed two nights: flew into Horn Island, came over on the ferry in the late afternoon, and had dinner at the Grand Hotel (pub meals - quite good, though not 'gourmet'). The next day we walked up to Green Fort on the hill, then we went to the Gab Titui cultural centre. We walked around the main road on the island, past the hospital, primary schools, high school, cemetery (interesting to see the number of different people who've called T.I. home) and then had a rest before going out for dinner and a drink. The next day we went back to Horn and Cairns. Well worth the schlep all the way up there to see a part of Australia that most Sydneysiders will never see. Not only beautiful but interesting, accessible, and friendly.
View from Green Fort on the hill above the motel (sorry, not the motel - the pics on their website are accurate)
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice motel, with good sized rooms, in a place with limited accommodation. Good room layout, air conditioning and small shaded terrace to enjoy an evening drink outside. Outside seating and 'al fresco' area was nice. Big bathroom. Good TV.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

Ruth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Clean and comfortable

The room was clean and comfortable. It was also equipped with crockery and cutlery, and washing up requirements. Staff friendly. Good security.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The TI motel was a very pleasant place to stay. Close to the wharf, hotels and cultural centre. All within easy walking distance.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great & friendly staff, clean facilities & amazing location
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Loved the rain

Good location
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2021

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

I would return

The motels is simple with no frills but the room was clean, comfortable and quiet. Staff were very welcoming. The location is quite central and close to all the pubs. The beach is just around the corner.
Stayed 1 night in May 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Slightly outdated, but large comfortable and very clean rooms. The reception staff are extremely friendly and helpful with tips of where to eat or go around the island. Good position with supermarket directly behind. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly, professional, quick service from check in till check out. Very easy going and the lovely staff are more than happy to assist with your needs!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Rose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I was quite nervous staying here initially as i
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thank you for an amazing time on TI. We had a wonderful stay
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and a clean, new refurbished room made it a great stay. The motel is within walking distance of everything needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Thoroughly recommended.

Friendly service, couldn’t do enough for us, thoroughly recommended.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2019

8/10 Good

Christopher

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019