The Beachfront Hotel Guide 
A list by Tomas Mazowski.
This guide was last updated in May 2026. Hey! I love staying in a nice beachfront hotel - being able to go straight from your room down to the ocean is a priceless feeling. To help save some time when booking your next vacation I've put together this list of beachfront hotels and resorts in Australia. I hope you will like it!
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1 Coogee Bay Boutique Hotel Sydney, Australia
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Guests at Coogee Bay Boutique Hotel enjoy seaside accommodation just 15 minutes' from Sydney Airport and 20 minutes’ drive from Sydney City Centre.
Coogee Bay Boutique Hotel offers spacious rooms across 2 buildings. All Boutique rooms are located in the 4-star Boutique hotel. All Standard rooms are located above the Coogee Bay Boutique Hotel's restaurant and bars.
All rooms are air-conditioned and feature a mini-bar, free WiFi, a TV and a refrigerator. All rooms also have a private bathroom. The Boutique room types include a shower and a bath and the Standard rooms have a shower.
Guests can start the day with breakfast served in the beach side Brasserie restaurant. The property also features three bars, a beer garden and a night club.
Coogee Bay Boutique Hotel is just 100 metres from Coogee Beach and 10 minutes' drive from Bondi Junction.
Guest review score 9.0,
rooms from around 323 AUD.
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2 Port Douglas Peninsula Boutique Hotel - Adults Only Haven Port Douglas, Australia
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Situated directly on Four Mile Beach, this boutique hotel in Port Douglas features beach and ocean views. All suites have a large private balcony or terrace. Free WiFi is available.
Located at the quiet end of Macrossan Street, Port Douglas Peninsula Boutique Hotel is an adult only property and offers stylish accommodation just 100 metres from shops and restaurants. Daily Continental breakfast is included.
All adult only suites offer cooking facilities, flat-screen TV, DVD library, iPod docking station and in-room safe. The private bathroom features a large twin bath, walk-in shower and bathrobes.
Hi Tide Restaurant serves modern Australian cuisine with an international twist and is the only restaurant and bar overlooking Four Mile Beach.
Guests can relax by the pool with a book from the hotel’s library or enjoy a tour arranged by Peninsula's attentive staff.
Guest review score 8.9,
rooms from around 405 AUD.
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3 The Dorsal Boutique Hotel Forster, Australia
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Located on the beachfront in Forster, a short 5-minute walk from the centre of town, The Dorsal Boutique Hotel offers rooms with private balconies and stunning ocean views.
The Dorsal Hotel is positioned a 3-minute walk from the beautiful Ocean Baths on Forster’s main beach. Stockland Forster Shopping Centre is an 8-minute drive away and Newcastle is a 2-hour drive from the town.
The air-conditioned rooms at this boutique hotel are serviced daily and feature a small refrigerator, electric kettle and a flat-screen TV with cable channels. The private bathrooms include a shower and hairdryer.
An array of activities can be enjoyed in the surrounding area including swimming, fishing and golfing. Finish your day with a drink and a meal in the on-site restaurant The Sicilian at The Dorsal, which features both indoor and outdoor seating.
Guest review score 8.3,
rooms from around 230 AUD.
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4 Watsons Bay Boutique Hotel Sydney, Australia
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Watsons Bay Hotel is a 2-minute walk from Watsons Bay Baths, Camp Cove and Hornby Lighthouse. Featuring a waterfront location, it offers free WiFi access in public areas. Free parking is provided.
The air-conditioned guest rooms are equipped with flat-screen cable TV and tea/coffee making facilities. The en suite bathroom offers free toiletries, a hairdryer and a bathtub.
Guests enjoy views of the city skyline and Sydney Harbour from the property.
Watsons Bay Hotel is a 20-minute drive from famous Circular Quay. It is 12 km from central Sydney and a 30-minute drive from Sydney Airport. This is a beachfront hotel.
Guest review score 8.9,
rooms from around 303 AUD.
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5 The Madsen Boutique Hotel Penguin, Australia
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The Madsen Boutique Hotel is situated in Penguin and features a fitness centre. With a terrace, the property also has a shared lounge, as well as a bar. The tour desk is available to assist guests in planning their days out.
The units in the hotel are fitted with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Rooms are complete with a private bathroom equipped with a shower, while some rooms have a seating area. Guest rooms will provide guests with a wardrobe and a kettle.
Guests can also take advantage of the business centre and a fax machine and photocopier.
Devonport is 25 km from The Madsen Boutique Hotel, while Burnie is 15 km from the property. The nearest airport is Devonport Airport, 31 km from the property. This is a beachfront hotel.
Guest review score 8.1,
rooms from around 159 AUD.
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6 Sejala Beach Huts Mission Beach, Australia
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Offering absolute beachfront accommodation, Sejala on the Beach offers a secluded solar heated swimming pool surrounded by sun loungers and umbrella shades. All accommodation offer a patio, cooking facilities and a flat-screen TV. Guests can relax on their hammocks or beach chairs.
Sejala Resort is a 2 hour drive south of Cairns and is located within Mission Beach village, a short walk to restaurants and shops. It is 8 minutes' drive from Wongaling Beach. It is 30 minutes' drive from Kurramine Beach. Cardwell is 55 minutes' away.
The beach bungalow features a kitchenette with filtered water. All accommodation includes a dining area and BBQ facilities.
Guest review score 9.7
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7 Beach Suites Byron Bay, Australia
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Overlooking Byron Bay’s Main Beach, these stylish boutique apartments and studios offer secure car parking and free WiFi. Penthouse apartments with private rooftop swimming pool and panoramic ocean views are available.
The shops, restaurants, cafes and bars of Byron Bay town centre are on the doorstep of Beach Suites Byron Bay. Ballina Byron Airport is a 35-minute drive away.
All accommodation include a flat-screen cable TV, DVD player, private bathroom, and a kitchenette or full kitchen. Some studios have a large wooden patio with private heated plunge pool and a spa bath.
Penthouse Apartments feature modern designer kitchens, large living areas and spacious bedrooms. Beachfront Studios are located on the ground floor for direct private access to the beach and street.
The modern Garden Suites, overlooking lush garden terraces, offer peaceful surroundings. Each has barbecue on the patio, plus a well-appointed kitchenette.
Guest review score 9.6,
rooms from around 432 AUD.
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8 Salt - 2brm apartment with Spa bath and Ocean Views Kingscliff, Australia
Resort. Situated in Kingscliff, 600 metres from Salt Beach, Salt - 2brm apartment with Spa bath and Ocean Views features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a garden. Featuring a restaurant, the property also has a bar, as well as a hot tub and a spa centre. The property is non-smoking and is set 1. 6 km from Casuarina Beach. At the resort the rooms have air conditioning, a wardrobe, a terrace with a sea view, a private bathroom, a flat-screen TV, bed linen and towels. All rooms will provide guests with a fridge. You can play table tennis and tennis at Salt - 2brm apartment with Spa bath and Ocean Views, and the area is popular for hiking and cycling. Kingscliff Beach is 2.9 km from the accommodation, while Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary is 21 km from the property. The nearest airport is Gold Coast Airport, 15 km from Salt - 2brm apartment with Spa bath and Ocean Views. Guest review score 9.5
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9 Amarna Luxury Beach Resort Nelson Bay, Australia
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Located in Nelson Bay, 10 minutes' walk from Nelson Bay marina, supermarket and a variety of shops and cafes, Amarna Luxury Beach Resort is a beachfront property and boasts a year-round outdoor pool and views of the sea. Shoal Bay is 3.6 km from the property. Free WiFi is provided .
All units include a flat-screen TV and DVD player. Some units feature a terrace and/or balcony with pool views. There is also a kitchen, fitted with a dishwasher. An oven is also featured, as well as a coffee machine and a kettle. There is a private bathroom with a bath and free toiletries in each unit. Towels are offered.
Amarna Luxury Beach Resort includes a barbecue.
Salamander Bay is 6 km from Amarna Luxury Beach Resort, while Jesmond is 46 km away. The nearest airport is Newcastle Airport, 29 km from the property. Free private parking is available on site. The property is 40 km from Newcastle.
Guest review score 9.4
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10 Beach Club Hamilton Island, Australia
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Boasting an infinity pool and a private beach area, this resort offers adult only, beachfront accommodation with free WiFi and free airport/hotel transfers. Each room has a private balcony with stunning Coral Sea views.
Surrounded by tropical gardens, Beach Club offers a free chauffeur service to take guests around Hamilton Island. Guests can make use of the free water sports equipment, including windsurfing and snorkelling. Staff are able to converse in English and Chinese.
Overlooking the palm-fringed pool, Beach Club Restaurant offers à la carte dining and creative cocktails. There are also a number of restaurants within a 5-minute walk.
The stylish, adult only rooms have flat-screen cable TV, an iPod dock and a DVD player. The private bathroom has a bathrobe, hairdryer and guest toiletries. Chinese TV channels are available.
Hamilton Island Beach Club is only 1 km from the Great Barrier Reef Airport. Dent Island is a 5-minute ferry ride away.
Guest review score 9.4
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11 The Waterford on Main Beach Gold Coast, Australia
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With every apartment boasting beautiful ocean and hinterland views and just 30 metres from a quiet beach, The Waterford on Main Beach is uniquely set alongside the river. Guests enjoy a heated swimming pool with a waterfall and hot tub.
The Waterford on Main Beach is just 3 minutes’ drive from Tedder Avenue’s restaurants and boutique shops. Both Marina Mirage and the Seaworld theme park are 5 minutes’ drive away. The bustling centre of Surfers Paradise is within 15 minutes’ walk.
Each spacious, self-contained apartment offers a fully equipped kitchen with a stove, oven and dishwasher. All apartments include a large lounge area with a DVD player and free cable TV.
Guests can share an outdoor meal in the BBQ area, relax in the Steam room or play a game of tennis. Free onsite parking is available.
Main Beach is a great choice for travelers interested in theme parks, beaches and relaxation. The Waterford on Main Beach is 30 minutes’ drive from Gold Coast Airport.
Guest review score 9.1,
rooms from around 640 AUD.
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12 Ceduna Shelly Beach Caravan Park Ceduna, Australia
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Situated in Ceduna, within 5.1 km of Ceduna and 5.3 km of Thevenard, Ceduna Shelly Beach Caravan Park features accommodation with barbecue facilities and as well as free private parking for guests who drive. Featuring a shared lounge, the 4-star resort has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The accommodation offers a shared kitchen, a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage for guests.
The rooms are fitted with a fridge, microwave, a kettle, a shower, free toiletries and a wardrobe. Every room comes with a flat-screen TV, and some rooms at the resort have a city view. At Ceduna Shelly Beach Caravan Park rooms include bed linen and towels.
The accommodation offers a children's playground. Activities such as hiking, fishing, snorkelling can be enjoyed in the surroundings, and guests can relax along the beachfront.
Merghiny is 17 km from Ceduna Shelly Beach Caravan Park, while Denial Bay is 18 km from the property. The nearest airport is Ceduna Airport, 2 km from the resort.
Guest review score 9.0,
rooms from around 148 AUD.
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13 Club Wyndham Seven Mile Beach, Trademark Collection by Wyndham Cambridge, Australia
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Featuring an outdoor swimming pool and a tennis court, Club Wyndham Seven Mile Beach, Trademark Collection by Wyndham offers a peaceful retreat just 5 minutes’ walk from the beachfront. It features an on-site restaurant and a fitness centre.
The property is 4 minutes’ drive from Llanherne Golf Course and 7 minutes’ drive from Hobart Airport. Hobart City Centre is 20 minutes’ drive away.
With laundry facilities, and a TV with cable channels, these air-conditioned apartments offer all the comforts of home. Kitchen facilities include a dishwasher, microwave, and a refrigerator. Each apartment features a private bathroom and a patio.
Other facilities provided at this resort include a games room, a tour desk, a sauna, and a children's playground. Bicycles are available for hire. The property offers free parking.
Guest review score 9.0
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14 Dundee Beach Holiday Park Dundee Beach, Australia
Resort. Dundee Beach Holiday Park is positioned at Dundee Beach in the Northern Territory, 140 km from Darwin. The property is just meters from a boat ramp and situated nearby pristine beaches and fishing areas. Relax at the Lodge, Beachside Bar & Bistro and have a meal while soaking up the sunsets from the property's beachfront location and enjoying the tropical surroundings. Guests can go fishing, crabbing, bird watching and reconnect with nature. A choice of accommodation options are offered at Dundee Beach Holiday Park, from budget rooms to luxury bungalows. The nearest airport is Darwin International Airport, 100 km from Dundee Beach Holiday Park. Guest review score 9.0, rooms from around 190 AUD.
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15 Boogie Woogie Beach House Old Bar, Australia
Hotel. Just 100 metres from Old Bar Beach, Boogie Woogie Beach House features uniquely decorated accommodation inspired by icons of music and art. It offers rooms with free WiFi and a private balcony. The air-conditioned rooms are individually decorated, and include an electric kettle and a flat-screen TV with cable channels. Each room has a private bathroom with a hairdryer and free toiletries. Some rooms also have a spa bath. Flow Bar is open for breakfast and lunch on Tuesday to Sundays, and for dinner on Thursday to Saturdays. It features live music on Friday nights and during lunch on Sundays. Boogie Woogie Beach House is a 15-minute drive from Taree. Forster is a 30-minute drive away. Guest review score 8.9, rooms from around 195 AUD.
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16 Dunsborough Beach Cottages Dunsborough, Australia
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Situated in Dunsborough, 1.2 km from Dunsborough Beach, Dunsborough Beach Cottages features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and barbecue facilities. This 4-star resort offers a tour desk and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is set 13 km from Cape Naturaliste Lighthouse and Maritime Museum.
At the resort the rooms include air conditioning, a wardrobe, a patio with a garden view, a private bathroom, a flat-screen TV, bed linen and towels. All rooms will provide guests with a fridge.
Dunsborough Beach Cottages offers a children's playground. Guests at the accommodation will be able to enjoy activities in and around Dunsborough, like fishing.
Busselton Jetty is 25 km from Dunsborough Beach Cottages, while Port Geographe Marina is 31 km from the property. The nearest airport is Busselton Margaret River Airport, 31 km from the resort.
Guest review score 8.9
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17 Eco Village Mission Beach Mission Beach, Australia
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Situated just 20 metres from the white sands of Australia's Mission Beach, Eco Village beachfront resort offers 17 bungalows set in tropical rainforest gardens. Free limited WiFi is available in most areas of the resort
The self-contained bungalows at Mission Beach Eco Village surround the swimming pool area. The deluxe rooms are situated in their own secluded area overlooking private water features.
Each air-conditioned bungalow features ceiling fans, a 32-inch LCD TV and a front patio with outdoor furniture overlooking the pool area, gardens or coastal rainforest.
Mission Beach Information Centre can arrange local activities, including cruises to Dunk Island and the Great Barrier Reef
Guest review score 8.9,
rooms from around 154 AUD.
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18 Sanctuary Beach Resort Gold Coast, Australia
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Located on the beach front at Currumbin Beach on the Gold Coast, Sanctuary Beach Resort offers a variety of two and three-bedroom fully self contained and air-conditioned units featuring beach, ocean or pool and garden views with a courtyard or terrace. You can enjoy direct access to the beach or the outdoor pool, surrounding gardens and BBQ areas, or enjoy a game of tennis.
Each apartment includes a private bathroom and a spacious lounge room with TV and DVD player. Three-Bedroom apartments are over 2 levels with a master retreat upstairs. There is stair access only to all apartments.
Local cafes and boutique shops are located on Pacific Parade, which is just a 3-minute walk from the property, via the beach. The Currumbin Beach Vikings Surf Life Saving Club is also a 3-minute walk up the beach and features 180-degree views of the Pacific Ocean. You can see clearly all the way from Surfers Paradise to Coolangatta from the top of the Elephant Rock lookout, and the famous Currumbin Alley is just a further 5 minutes' walk along the beach.
Sanctuary Beach Resort has secure basement parking and is across the road from Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary. Coolangatta Airport is only a 7-minute drive from the resort.
Guest review score 8.9
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19 Seahaven Noosa Beachfront Resort Noosa Heads, Australia
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Overlooking beautiful Laguna Bay, the renovated Seahaven Resort offers sophisticated, modern holiday apartments with direct access to Noosa’s Main Beach. The cafes, restaurants and shops of Hastings Street are on the doorstep.
Each apartment at Seahaven Noosa Beachfront Resort has a private balcony, full kitchen, air conditioning and a private bathroom with hairdryer. The large living area features satellite TV and a DVD/CD player. Some studios have a balcony.
Facilities include 3 heated swimming pools, a spa pool, and a children’s wading pool. Guests have access to a fitness centre and 2 beachfront barbecue areas.
Free secure covered car parking is provided at Seahaven Resort. It is just 25 minutes’ drive from Sunshine Coast Airport and Noosa Fair Shooping Centre is only 1.5 km from the resort.
Guest review score 8.9
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20 Meridian Beachside Apartments Old Bar, Australia
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Set on 1.25 hectares of beachfront land alongside Old Bar Beach, this property offers a heated pool, a hot tub and BBQ facilities just 1km from Old Bar’s town centre. All self-contained apartments offer a private patio or balcony.
Meridian Beachside Apartments are located 6 km from the Khappinghat Nature Reserve and 17 km from Taree Railway Station and Taree Golf Course. There are cafes, shops and restaurants within 10 minutes’ walk.
Limited free WiFi, table-tennis, billiards, Foosball and a TV are available in the games room. Local activities include river cruises, kayaking, four-wheel driving and beach fishing.
All apartments at Meridian Beachside Apartments feature a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and laundry facilities. Each has a lounge room with a sofa and dining area. Some rooms feature ocean views.
Guest review score 8.8,
rooms from around 307 AUD.
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21 On The Beach Noosa Resort Noosa Heads, Australia
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Located on the Laguna Bay beachfront, these self-contained apartments include a spa bath and private balcony with ocean views. Guests enjoy an outdoor pool, a spa pool and a fitness centre.
On The Beach Noosa is located on Hastings Street, which offers many shopping and dining options. Noosa National Park is a 15-minute drive, and Sunshine Coast Airport is a 35-minute drive away.
All air-conditioned apartments have BBQ facilities and a kitchenette or kitchen with a microwave and refrigerator. Each apartment has a living room with a TV and DVD player.
The hotel also offers a sunny terrace, concierge services and a guest laundry. Free parking is available on request.
Guest review score 8.8,
rooms from around 838 AUD.
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22 Rumba Beach Resort Caloundra, Australia
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Overlooking the pristine environs of the Pumicestone Passage with the famous Glass House Mountains as a backdrop, Rumba Beach Resort is located in the heart of Caloundra on the beachfront and surrounded by a variety of restaurants, cafes and retail outlets.
Free undercover parking on site.
Offering elegant one, two and three - bedroom apartments with fully-equipped kitchens the Rumba Beach Resort is perfect for couples, families and friends getting away to the coast for some fun in the sun.
Complimentary tea/percolated coffee and muffins provided to all inhouse guests from 7am - 10am daily at 26 Degrees Bar.
Guest review score 8.8,
rooms from around 410 AUD.
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23 Smugglers On The Beach Coffs Harbour, Australia
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Smugglers on the Beach is a beachfront property, located a short 5-minute drive from Coffs Harbour city centre. All apartments have patios or balconies opening out to the tropical gardens, some with pool views.
Each apartment at Smugglers On The Beach features reverse cycle air-conditioning, a large flat-screen TV, DVD player and fully equipped kitchen.
Resort facilities include a solar-heated swimming pool, children’s wading pool, covered and fully-equipped barbecue area, half-size tennis court and free WiFi hotspot.
Smugglers on the Beach is a smoke free resort(smoking allowed in designated smoking areas only). Free undercover parking is provided. There is also a complimentary guest laundry on site with washing machines and dryers.
Guests can try fishing, surfing, diving, and snorkelling at Korora Beach. Smugglers on the Beach is 2.5 km from The Big Banana and a short drive from other popular local attractions in Coffs Harbour.
Guest review score 8.8,
rooms from around 385 AUD.
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24 Thala Beach Nature Reserve Oak Beach, Australia
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Set on over 140 acres of native forest and boasting a private beach, Thala Beach Nature Reserve is an Eco-friendly wildlife retreat. This secluded sanctuary is nestled on a coastal headland and offers magnificent views of the sparkling Coral Sea.
Thala Beach Nature Reserve is conveniently located within 10 minutes’ drive of Port Douglas. It is 45 minutes’ drive from Cairns City Centre. Guests can explore the nearby Great Barrier Reef and Daintree Rainforest.
These boutique timber bungalows offer ocean, mountain or forest views. Guests can relax on their private balcony and enjoy the native birds and wildlife. All rooms are air-conditioned and offer a bathtub, a refrigerator, and a minibar.
The property features an organic coconut plantation, and natural swimming pools formed by granite boulders and waterfalls. Free guided nature tours are available and include tree planting, stargazing at an outdoor observatory, beach discovery, wildlife walks and bird-watching tours.
Guest review score 8.8,
rooms from around 478 AUD.
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25 Woolgoolga Beach Holiday Park Woolgoolga, Australia
Hotel. Situated in Woolgoolga, within 500 metres of Woolgoolga Beach and less than 1 km of Woolgoolga Back Beach, Woolgoolga Beach Holiday Park features accommodation with a garden and free WiFi as well as free private parking for guests who drive. Boasting a shared kitchen, this property also provides guests with a barbecue. Guests can enjoy sea views. The rooms at the hotel are fitted with a seating area. Rooms come with air conditioning and a flat-screen TV, and some rooms at Woolgoolga Beach Holiday Park have a balcony. At the accommodation the rooms include bed linen and towels. Activities such as hiking, snorkelling, canoeing can be enjoyed in the surroundings, and guests can relax along the beachfront. Hearnes Lake Beach is 2.4 km from Woolgoolga Beach Holiday Park, while The Big Banana is 22 km from the property. The nearest airport is Coffs Harbour Airport, 27 km from the hotel. Guest review score 8.8, rooms from around 175 AUD.
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26 Fraser Island Beach Houses Fraser Island, Australia
Resort. Situated in Fraser Island, 200 metres from Seventy Five Mile Beach, Fraser Island Beach Houses features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and barbecue facilities. The property is around 47 km from Hervey Bay Historical Village Museum, 43 km from Hervey Bay Botanic Gardens and 44 km from Reefworld Aquarium. Some rooms at the property have a balcony with pool view. Rooms come with a private bathroom, while certain rooms are equipped with a terrace and others also boast a sea view. Guests at the resort will be able to enjoy activities in and around Fraser Island, like hiking and fishing. WetSide Water Education Park is 50 km from Fraser Island Beach Houses, while Hervey Bay Marina is 44 km from the property. The nearest airport is Hervey Bay Airport, 39 km from the accommodation. Guest review score 8.7
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27 Mantarays Ningaloo Beach Resort Exmouth, Australia
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Boasting ocean or marina views from your private balcony, Mantarays Ningaloo Beach Resort overlooks Exmouth's stunning Sunrise Beach and offers an infinity pool, restaurant and bar. Guests have direct access to Ningaloo Reef.
Mantarays Ningaloo Beach Resort is located just 5 minutes' drive from Exmouth Golf Club and 45 minutes' drive from Cape Range National Park.
All accommodation features high ceilings, contemporary furnishings and digital TV. Each has a private en suite bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer. All apartments and villas offer a 2-person spa bath.
Guests can workout at the fitness centre and explore the beach and reef. Mantarays Resort offers a tour desk which books fishing charters, diving and scenic flights.
Mantaray's Restaurant serves a delicious buffet breakfast which includes your choice of fruits, pastries or bacon and eggs. The lunch and dinner menu features fresh local seafood, steak and desserts.
Guest review score 8.7,
rooms from around 360 AUD.
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28 NRMA Woodgate Beach Holiday Park Woodgate, Australia
Resort. Located in Woodgate, 22 km from Woodspring Station, NRMA Woodgate Beach Holiday Park provides accommodation with a garden and free private parking. Free WiFi and a shared kitchen are featured. All units are equipped with air conditioning, a fridge, a microwave, a kettle, a shower, free toiletries and a wardrobe. At the resort every room comes with a balcony, a private bathroom and a flat-screen TV. The nearest airport is Bundaberg Airport, 60 km from NRMA Woodgate Beach Holiday Park. Guest review score 8.7, rooms from around 99 AUD.
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29 Pelican Sands Beach Resort Gold Coast, Australia
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Pelican Sands Beach Resort offers breathtaking Gold Coast beach views from each spacious apartment. Facilities in this 9-storey building include a heated spa pool, outdoor swimming pool and beachside barbecue area. Free WiFi is available.
Accessed via a lift, each apartment at Pelican Sands Resort includes a fully equipped kitchen, laundry facilities, 2 bathrooms and private balconies with ocean views. Ceiling fans and cable TV are also provided. Most apartments have air-conditioning.
Guests have access to a fitness centre, sauna, and a games room with billiards and table tennis. The beautifully landscaped gardens provide direct access to the beach.
Pelican Sands Beach Resort is a 10-minute stroll from local cafes, restaurants and public transport. Gold Coast Coolangatta Airport and Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary are both 5 minutes’ drive away.
Guest review score 8.7
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30 Samson Beach Chalets Point Samson, Australia
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Nestled on the picturesque Pilbara Coast, Samson Beach Chalets offer an outdoor swimming pool. This peaceful retreat features free WiFi, tranquil gardens and laundry facilities.
Guests can enjoy a stroll along the beach, or dine at the local bistro, both of which are within 5 minutes’ walk away. Samson Beach Chalets is a 45-minute drive from Karratha.
The accommodation is air-conditioned and offers a patio with outdoor furniture. It features a flat-screen TV. Some also feature a fully equipped kitchen and BBQ facilities. The private bathroom includes a bathrobe and free toiletries.
Guest review score 8.7,
rooms from around 249 AUD.
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31 Tessa's on the Beach Gold Coast, Australia
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Located in Gold Coast, a few steps from Bilinga Beach, Tessa's on the Beach provides accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, an outdoor swimming pool and a bar. This 5-star hotel offers free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is situated 400 metres from Tugun.
At the hotel, the rooms are equipped with a wardrobe. Complete with a private bathroom equipped with a shower and free toiletries, all units at Tessa's on the Beach have a flat-screen TV and air conditioning, and selected rooms include a patio. At the accommodation every room comes with bed linen and towels.
Guests at Tessa's on the Beach will be able to enjoy activities in and around Gold Coast, like cycling.
Kirra Beach is 2 km from the hotel, while Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary is 2.9 km away. The nearest airport is Gold Coast Airport, a few steps from Tessa's on the Beach.
Guest review score 8.7,
rooms from around 300 AUD.
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32 Discovery Parks - Pambula Beach Pambula, Australia
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Just metres from Pambula Beach, this holiday park boasts direct beach access, a water-park and an on-site heated, indoor swimming pool with a spa pool. Discovery Parks - Pambula Beach features self-contained family accommodation with kitchen facilities and a patio.
Situated on the beautiful Sapphire Coast, this property is only 6 km from Merimbula Airport and 9 km from Merimbula town centre. Eden is a 20-minute drive away.
Facilities include mini golf, a games room, kids club, children’s playground with jumping pillow, and a BBQ area.
The on-site restaurant is open from September to April. There is also a takeaway food outlet and convenience store which sells basic groceries. The property is surrounded by a national park, which has a variety or wildlife, including kangaroos, possums and birds.
Deluxe villas with laundry facilities are available. All accommodation includes a fully equipped kitchen with microwave and linen/bedding plus towels for all beds.
Guest review score 8.6,
rooms from around 176 AUD.
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33 Golden Riviera Absolute Beachfront Resort Gold Coast, Australia
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This resort, located directly on the Gold Coast beach front, offers self-catering apartments with private balcony. The landscaped gardens feature a large outdoor heated pool, spa pool and 2 barbecue areas.
Golden Riviera Beach Resort is situated on the quiet beach of Tugun, less than 5 minutes’ walk from cafes, restaurants, parks, supermarkets and bars. Coolangatta Airport is only 5 minutes’ drive away.
Each apartment is air-conditioned in the living area, kitchen and dining room and includes a fully equipped kitchen, laundry facilities and cable TV. Ceiling fans in the bedrooms and all bed linen are provided. WiFi is available. Some apartments offer ocean views.
Free secure underground car parking is provided. The vibrant nightlife of Surfers Paradise is only 20 km from Golden Riviera Beach Resort Gold Coast.
Guest review score 8.6,
rooms from around 262 AUD.
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34 Peninsular Beachfront Resort Mooloolaba, Australia
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The Peninsular Beachfront Resort features self-contained apartments overlooking Mooloolaba Beach and Bay. Guests can relax in the heated pool or sauna, play a game of tennis or work out at the state-of-the-art fitness centre.
The spacious, modern apartments each include a fully equipped kitchen, laundry facilities and a lounge area with a flat-screen TV. Guests can dine at one of 3 restaurants, each offering room service.
Centrally located, the Peninsular offers easy access to the area’s boutiques and theme parks. Many Sunshine Coast attractions are located nearby, including Underwater World and the Mooloolaba Wharf and Esplanade.
The Peninsular is 15-minutes from the Sunshine Coast Airport.
Guest review score 8.6
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35 Smiths Beach Resort Yallingup, Australia
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Experience a beachside escape at Smiths Beach Resort and relax in spacious, stylish
accommodation, situated in the heart of Western Australia’s Margaret River Region. You can enjoy swimming, strolling, surfing and sunsets at Smith's Beach, or have a swim in the resort's outdoor infinity pool.
The resort is located on the renowned Cape to Cape walking track and sits within a national park. It’s just a short drive away from spectacular caves, tall-tree forest and miles of stunning coastline.
Guests can also enjoy a variety of signature Margaret River experiences, from bike beach adventures to private winery lunches.
The accommodation features generous bedrooms, living areas and balconies. Each apartment, house and villa features a fully equipped kitchen and an outdoor dining area with BBQ facilities. All living areas include an LCD TV, a DVD player, an iPod docking station and Bluetooth speakers. Most accommodation also features a fireplace.
You can prepare meals in your apartment or have a chef come to you, select produce from the gourmet deli, or relax over coffee, breakfast, or all-day brunch in Lamont’s cafe. Enjoy a dinner in the restaurant, featuring seasonal local produce and signature dishes from one of WA’s best-known chefs, Kate Lamont. Or, choose from one of the many world-class boutique wineries, breweries, bistros and cafes a short drive from Smiths Beach Resort.
The resort also features a professional-grade tennis court and in-room massage is available.
Guest review score 8.6,
rooms from around 300 AUD.
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36 Beach Hotel Burnie, Australia
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Located in Burnie, Beach Hotel features terrace offering sea views, an on-site restaurant and a bar. All rooms include free WiFi.
Guest can watch live sports, play a game of 8-ball or just relax with a drink at the bar.
All rooms offer a flat-screen TV with cable channels and tea/coffee making facilities. Each room has a private bathroom with free toiletries and a hairdryer.
Guest review score 8.5,
rooms from around 130 AUD.
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37 Iconic Kirra Beach Resort Gold Coast, Australia
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Set in Gold Coast, 100 metres from Kirra Beach, Iconic Kirra Beach Resort offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a restaurant. Featuring family rooms, this property also provides guests with a barbecue. Certain units at the property feature a patio with a mountain view.
At the resort, the rooms have a balcony. Every room includes a kettle, a flat-screen TV and free WiFi, while certain rooms will provide you with a terrace and some have sea views. At Iconic Kirra Beach Resort the rooms are equipped with bed linen and towels.
The area is popular for hiking and cycling, in addition, bike hire and car hire are available at this resort.
Bilinga Beach is less than 1 km from the accommodation, while Coolangatta Beach is a 12-minute walk away. The nearest airport is Gold Coast Airport, 4 km from Iconic Kirra Beach Resort.
Guest review score 8.5
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38 Pacific Beach Resort Mooloolaba, Australia
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Pacific Beach Resort offers self-contained apartments with a balcony, offering panoramic views of Mooloolaba Beach, which is 50 metres away. It houses a heated swimming pool, a sauna and a tennis court. Guests enjoy Free WiFi .
The resort is just 1.5 km from Underwater World, Queensland’s largest aquarium and oceanarium. It is within 6 km of Maroochydore and Sunshine Plaza Shopping Centre. Twin Waters Golf Club and Sunshine Coast Airport are 14 km away.
The spacious air-conditioned apartments feature living and dining areas equipped with a flat-screen TV and a DVD player. Private bathrooms come with bath and shower facilities. The full kitchen includes cooking and laundry facilities, a microwave and a dishwasher.
Guests of Pacific Beach can use the fully equipped barbecue area or head to the recreation room, where they can enjoy playing video games, table tennis, or a game of billiards. On-site parking is free.
Guest review score 8.5,
rooms from around 406 AUD.
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39 Beachside Resort Kawana Waters Buddina, Australia
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Situated by Buddina Beach, Beachside Resort Buddina offers peaceful self-contained apartments a 5-minute walk from Kawana Shopping Complex. Offering free parking, it features an outdoor pool, hot tub and fitness facilities.
A 5-minute walk from Kawana Surf Club, Buddina Beachside Resort is 2 km from Stockland Park. It is a 5-minute drive from Mooloolaba.
Featuring full kitchen and laundry facilities, well-appointed apartments come with air conditioning, cable TV, DVD player and free WiFi. Each has a private balcony.
Guest can relax in the sauna after active workouts at the tennis court or gym. Other amenities include a games room, barbecue area and tour desk.
Guest review score 8.4,
rooms from around 284 AUD.
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40 Bermagui Beach Hotel Bermagui, Australia
Hotel. Set in Bermagui, Bermagui Beach Hotel provides accommodation with private balconies. Featuring a cash machine, this property also provides guests with a restaurant. Street parking is available at a location nearby. The units in the hotel are equipped with a flat-screen TV. Each room has a private bathroom with free toiletries. Some rooms feature a balcony. Some rooms have access to a shared bathroom. Narooma is 23 km from Bermagui Beach Hotel. Guest review score 8.4, rooms from around 159 AUD.
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41 Cape Trib Beach House Cape Tribulation, Australia
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Set on 7 acres nestled within the heart of the Daintree Rainforest, Cape Trib Beach House boasts a private white sand beach area and an outdoor swimming pool.
The property is a 5-minute drive from Cape Tribulation’s town centre. It is within a 45-minute drive of the Daintree River Ferry and the Daintree Discovery Centre. Cape Trib Beach House is 2.5 hours' drive from Cairns International Airport.
Each cabin features an en suite bathroom, air-conditioning, a balcony and fridge with tea/coffee making facilities.
There is an on-site bar and restaurant.The menu features a selection of locally sourced seafood, steaks, kangaroo and salads.
Guest review score 8.4,
rooms from around 215 AUD.
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42 Discovery Parks - Adelaide Beachfront Adelaide, Australia
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Located by the beach at Semaphore, this holiday park features a swimming pool, children’s playground and BBQ area. All accommodation includes air conditioning and en suite bathrooms.
Discovery Holiday Parks - Adelaide Beachfront is just 16 km from central Adelaide. It is less than 10 minutes’ drive from shopping and dining at West Lakes.
Facilities include BBQs with covered seating areas, coin-operated laundry facilities and a shared kitchen with refrigerator, microwave, toaster and kettle. The kiosk sells newspapers, drinks and grocery items.
All accommodation at Discovery Parks - Adelaide Beachfront has a TV, refrigerator, microwave and toaster. Most offer full kitchen facilities with oven and stove.
Guest review score 8.4,
rooms from around 155 AUD.
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43 Esperance Beachfront Resort Esperance, Australia
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Located opposite Esperance Bay, Esperance Beachfront Resort offers self-contained accommodation with a private patio and lovely garden views. Guests have access to free Wi-Fi and BBQ facilities.
The air-conditioned chalets have a kitchen with an oven, a microwave and a refrigerator. Each chalet has a separate living room with a flat-screen TV and a DVD player.
Beachfront Resort Esperance is 5 minutes’ drive from Castletown Golf Course. Esperance Airport is a 20-minute drive away.
The tour desk can provide sightseeing advice and help guests book local tours. The property also features a children’s playground, a guest laundry and free pick up from the bus station.
Guest review score 8.4,
rooms from around 160 AUD.
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44 Moorings Beach Resort Caloundra, Australia
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Situated in Caloundra, 400 metres from Golden Beach, Moorings Beach Resort features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking and a garden. Built in 2000, this 4-star resort is within 19 km of SEA LIFE Sunshine Coast Aquarium and 24 km of Australia Zoo. The property is non-smoking and is set 16 km from Aussie World.
All rooms are fitted with air conditioning, a fridge, a microwave, a kettle, a shower, free toiletries and a wardrobe. The rooms come with a private bathroom with a hairdryer, while selected rooms also feature a kitchen with an oven. At the resort every room includes bed linen and towels.
Moorings Beach Resort offers 4-star accommodation with a sauna.
Big Pineapple is 32 km from the accommodation, while Maleny Botanic Gardens & Bird World is 39 km from the property. The nearest airport is Sunshine Coast Airport, 30 km from Moorings Beach Resort.
Guest review score 8.4
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45 InterContinental Sydney Coogee Beach by IHG Sydney, Australia
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Crowne Plaza Sydney Coogee Beach offers an iconic beachside retreat in Sydney. Boasting panoramic sea views, the hotel has been refurbished to reflect its coastal surroundings and is just steps from Coogee Bay. It features an outdoor pool, on-site fitness centre and a choice of restaurants and bars. Free WiFi is offered throughout the hotel.
The coastal suburb of Coogee offers clear blue waters at Coogee Beach, a variety of cafes, indigenous roots and sea baths, making it an ideal location for a seaside trip. You can start your day with a stroll along the Bondi to Coogee Coastal Walk. Or, if you're feeling active, enjoy stand up paddle boarding, snorkelling or swimming at Wylie's Bath which is located just 600 metres from Crowne Plaza Sydney Coogee Beach.
The hotel is designed with blue hues to compliment the subtle colour palette that has been featured throughout the accommodation. The light-filled guest rooms feature a minibar, tea/coffee making facilities and a work desk. Modern bathrooms and high quality bed linen are also included in the contemporary rooms. Some rooms include a private balcony and floor to ceiling windows to showcase the panoramic ocean views.
The hotel features restaurants and bars within the hotel precinct. Just before sunset, you can visit Shutters to witness stunning views of Coogee Beach. At Shutters, a fusion of French-Italian cuisine is offered, with locally-sourced ingredients and traditional preparation methods. Downstairs from the hotel is Estate. Here, you can find yourself sipping on cocktails in the tropical outdoor courtyard, enjoying some tacos and tequila at the Taqueria and Karaoke bar, or enjoying a new way of dining at the Kitchen.
The concierge team at Crowne Plaza Sydney Coogee Beach can help you plan your stay in Sydney. Popular landmarks and the city are all within easy reach from the hotel. Westfield Bondi Junction shopping centre is a 10-minute drive away and the Sydney Opera House is a 20-minute drive from the property. The nearest airport is Sydney Airport, 10.9 km from Crowne Plaza Sydney Coogee Beach.
Guest review score 8.3,
rooms from around 474 AUD.
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46 Quality Resort Sorrento Beach Perth, Australia
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Quality Resort Sorrento Beach offers free WiFi access and hot or continental breakfast, available daily. The spacious studio rooms and self-contained apartments at Quality Resort Sorrento Beach are right on the beachfront, on Western Australia’s Sunset Coast, 25 minutes' by car from Perth.
Enjoy your private spa bath, lounge by the pool or have a barbecue overlooking the Indian Ocean. You can even admire the view from your own balcony.
Go for a stroll along the Sorrento Quay Boardwalk, a popular all-season coastal leisure and dining area with a safe swimming beach. Visit the aquarium or catch the ferry to Rottnest Island. Golf courses and many wildlife parks are also nearby.
Should you want a special environment for a work event, the resort offers a function room and boardroom, which can be used for conferences, meetings or workshops.
Guest review score 8.3,
rooms from around 199 AUD.
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47 Cotton Beach Resort - Tweed Coast Holidays ® Kingscliff, Australia
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Just 2 minutes’ walk from the Casuarina beachfront, Cotton Beach Resort boasts 2 outdoor pools a gym, infrared sauna and onsite restaurant. It offers self-contained apartments with a private, furnished balcony.
The air-conditioned apartments include a gourmet kitchen with a dishwasher, stove and an oven. Each apartment has laundry facilities and a separate living room with a smart TV and free Wi-Fi. Some apartments also have a private plunge-pool.
Cotton Beach in Casuarina is 20 minutes’ drive from Gold Coast Airport and 35 minutes to Byron Bay. Surfers Paradise is a 40-minute drive away.
Cotton Beach is positioned on half a kilometer of absolute beachfront.
Guest review score 8.2,
rooms from around 497 AUD.
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48 Eco Beach Wilderness Retreat Broome, Australia
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Eco Beach Wilderness Retreat is an eco-retreat featuring villas and safari-style tents, set on an unspoilt beach. Eco Beach Wilderness Retreat is 130km from central Broome which is a 90 minute drive away.
The last 10km's is on unsealed driveway, whilst accessible by 2WD throughout the dry season, the road conditions can change daily depending on traffic levels.
Eco Beach’s accommodations offer views of the Indian Ocean or the resort’s bush gardens. All are designed to be environmentally friendly, using renewable energy sources.
Jack's Bar and Restaurant is offers casual dining, alternate food offering can be booked at the Retreat.
Guest review score 8.2
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49 Grand Palais Beachside Resort Alexandra Headland, Australia
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Grand Palais Beachside Resort overlooks the Alexandra Headland Beach, and is a short 30 metres from the patrolled area of Alex Beach. It offers a restaurant, a heated outdoor pool and free parking on site.
Air-conditioned guest rooms are fitted with a washing machine, a DVD player and a flat-screen TV. Each comes with either a kitchenette or a full kitchen. The en suite bathroom comes with shower and a hairdryer.
The staff at the tour desk can assist with booking tickets to the Australia Zoo, or arranging day tours to Frazer Island. An undercover barbecue area is located next to the pool
Guests can enjoy authentic asian cuisine dishes for lunch and dinner at the Black Curry Asian Kitchen.
Beachside Resort Grand Palais is 50 metres from “The Bluffs” Surf Break, and is 1 km from Mooloolaba. It is within a 10-minuite drive of Maroochydore, the Headland Golf Course and Sunshine Plaza. Sunshine Coast Airport is 14 km away.
Guest review score 8.2
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50 The Sebel Brisbane Margate Beach Redcliffe, Australia
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Situated opposite Margate Beach on the Redcliffe Peninsula, The Sebel Brisbane Margate Beach is a boutique hotel boasting a rooftop pool, fitness centre and on site restaurant. Some rooms offer an ocean view.
Each of the stylish studio rooms at The Sebel Brisbane Margate Beach feature a private balcony with an outdoor setting as well as spacious bedrooms, luxurious bathrooms, contemporary furnishings, a work desk and complimentary WiFi.
Offering Moreton Bay views, the on-site restaurant Sunny's Margate Beach House features casual dining.
The nearest airport is Brisbane Airport, 30 km from The Sebel Brisbane Margate Beach.
Guest review score 8.2,
rooms from around 227 AUD.
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