The Beachfront Hotel Guide 
A list by Tomas Mazowski.
This guide was last updated in September 2023. 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 Queensland. I hope you will like it!
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1 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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2 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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3 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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4 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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5 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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6 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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7 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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8 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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9 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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10 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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11 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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12 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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13 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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14 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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15 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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16 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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17 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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18 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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19 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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20 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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21 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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22 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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23 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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24 ULTIQA Beach Haven on Broadbeach Gold Coast, Australia
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Beach Haven is located in the heart of Broadbeach, surrounded by restaurants, cafes and shops. It is just a 10-minute walk to both Jupiter's Casino and Gold Coast Convention Centre.
Soak up the warm sunshine on the golden beach before diving into the Beach Haven's outdoor swimming pool. You can also enjoy a swim in the hotels indoor pool.
Each spacious, modern apartment looks out over the resorts gardens or the sparkling ocean. A kitchen unit allows you to prepare your own meals, and a free welcome pack with snacks and treats is provided for stays of 3 nights or more. Free WiFi is included and 1 free private parking space is provided per apartment.
Explore the beautiful countryside of the Gold Coast, including its fantastic beaches, hinterlands and theme parks. Ask at reception for ticket and transfer arrangements.
Guest review score 8.2
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25 Cardwell Beachcomber Motel & Tourist Park Cardwell, Australia
Hotel. Cardwell Beachcomber Motel & Tourist Park features a restaurant, bar, a shared lounge and garden in Cardwell. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and room service, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The hotel has family rooms. The units in the hotel are equipped with a kettle. Every room includes air conditioning and a flat-screen TV, and certain units at Cardwell Beachcomber Motel & Tourist Park have pool view. At the accommodation every room comes with bed linen and towels. Cardwell Beachcomber Motel & Tourist Park offers a children's playground. The area is popular for cycling, and car hire is available at the hotel. Cardwell Beach is 200 metres from Cardwell Beachcomber Motel & Tourist Park, while Ellerbeck is 2.3 km away. The nearest airport is Ingham Airport, 56 km from the accommodation. Guest review score 8.1, rooms from around 135 AUD.
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26 Peppers Beach Club & Spa Palm Cove, Australia
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Located directly on the beach, Peppers Beach Club is a luxury resort in Palm Cove, offering elegant rooms, great leisure facilities and a fantastic spa pool in a tropical garden setting. WiFi and in-house movies are included.
Peppers Beach Club and Spa is now providing guests with access to the latest release movies with two latest release movie channels and a designated children’s movie channel.
Choose between comfortable guest rooms or the larger suites which have a separate living/dining area and a fully equipped kitchen. All units have a balcony or terrace overlooking the ocean, pools or gardens.
Facilities at Peppers include 3 swimming pools, a tennis court and a fitness centre. The beachside restaurant is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner and serves modern Australian cuisine.
Peppers Beach Club & Spa is within easy reach of the Daintree Rainforest and the Great Barrier Reef. A great choice of day trips are available, as well as scuba diving, deep-sea fishing and rainforest walks.
Guest review score 8.1,
rooms from around 275 AUD.
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27 Castaways Resort & Spa On Mission Beach Mission Beach, Australia
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Ideally located to explore the Great Barrier Reef and World Heritage Wet Tropics Rainforest, Castaways Resort & Spa is a luxurious beachfront escape on Mission Beach.
Castaways Resort & Spa On Mission Beach is comprised of two centrally located properties. The absolute beachfront property features rooms and apartments with unrivalled ocean views and direct access to a 14 km long beautiful, white sandy beach. Located 100 metres up the road, the rainforest property features economy rooms nestled amongst lush internal rainforest gardens.
Both properties provide access to 3 swimming pools, Drift Day Spa, Bibesia Cocktail Bar & Restaurant and an in-house fitness centre.
The property is located in Mission Beach, a 90-minute drive south of Cairns. Mission Beach boasts a great variety of activities with over 20 nearby islands, white-water rafting, snorkelling and scuba-diving reef trips, skydiving over the beach, crocodile spotting, whale tours, chocolate tours and more.
Castaways Resort offers wedding facilities, corporate event facilities, function and event facilities. There is also a Wedding and Events coordinator to help you if you are organising your special day.
Guest review score 7.9,
rooms from around 245 AUD.
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28 Fairways Golf & Beach Retreat Bribie Island Woorim, Australia
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Located in between Bribie Island National Park and Bribie Island Golf Club, Fairways Retreat features a swimming pool and a rooftop patio offering a BBQ and views over Moreton Bay. All apartments feature a private balcony.
Fairways Golf & Beach Retreat Bribie Island is 500 metres walk from Woorim Beach. Steve Irwin’s Australia Zoo is 50 km away.
Each apartment features a fully equipped kitchen, a private bathroom, laundry facilities and a living area with a sofa. A flat-screen TV with cable channels is included. Most apartments also feature a spa bath. Apartments with 2, 3, or 4 bedrooms feature 2 private bathrooms.
Guests can play a round on the 9-hole mini golf course, while the children play in the playground. Woorim Fairways Retreat has restaurants, cafes and shops within 10 minutes’ drive.
24-hour check-in is available. The property features on-site management.
Guest review score 7.7
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29 Greenmount Beach House Gold Coast, Australia
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Just 100 metres from the beach, Greenmount Beach House features an outdoor pool with a water slide. A private balcony or courtyard is standard in all rooms.
Greenmount Beach House is 5 minutes’ walk from Tweed River and 10 minutes’ drive from Gold Coast Airport. Broadbeach and Surfers Paradise are each a 30-minute drive away.
The air-conditioned rooms feature a 32-inch flat-screen TV, a refrigerator and tea/coffee making facilities. Some rooms also boast a private balcony or patio offering lovely ocean or river views.
Guests can enjoy a game of billiards in the games room. The resort also offers a guest laundry and luggage storage facilities.
Guest review score 7.6,
rooms from around 185 AUD.
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30 Illawong Beach Resort Mackay, Australia
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Illawong Beach Resort features an outdoor swimming pool. It is a 10-minute drive from Mackay Airport and a 13-minute drive from Mackay Base Hospital.
These air-conditioned villas offer a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and a microwave. The lounge area includes a sofa and a TV with cable channels. There is a private bathroom, and towels and linen are provided
This beautiful property overlooks the Coral Sea and the islands. Guests can go fishing in the surrounding areas or enjoy a walk along the beach.
Guest review score 7.6,
rooms from around 180 AUD.
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31 K'gari Beach Resort, formally 'Eurong Beach Resort' Fraser Island, Australia
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K'gari Beach Resort, formally 'McKenzie's on 75 restaurant and bar serve buffet and a la carte meals daily, and overlooks the large lagoon swimming pool and outdoor spa..
All hotel rooms have tea and coffee making facilities, a bathroom, telephone, TV and private balconies or shared terraces.
Eurong’s restaurant and bar serves buffet and a la carte meals daily, and overlooks the large free form swimming pool.
Guest review score 7.6
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32 Ramada By Wyndham Marcoola Beach Marcoola, Australia
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Situated directly on the beach, Ramada by Wyndham Marcoola Beach offers modern accommodation and a variety of leisure facilities. It is ideally positioned for exploring the Sunshine Coast including Noosa and the Hinterland. Guests enjoy a 60-metre lagoon-style swimming pool, a children’s pool.
This resort offers a choice of private rooms or self-contained apartments, many offering ocean views. The apartments feature a separate living room and a fully equipped kitchen. All accommodation offers satellite TV, a refrigerator and tea/coffee making facilities.
Ramada by Wyndham Marcoola Beach is set halfway between Maroochydore and Coolum. Nearby attractions include Underwater World, The Big Pineapple, Aussie World and Steve Irwin's Australia Zoo.
Guest review score 7.6,
rooms from around 189 AUD.
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33 Chateau Beachside Resort Gold Coast, Australia
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Stay in the heart of Gold Coast.
Offering beachfront accommodation just 15 metres from Surfers Paradise Beach, this resort features a heated pool, tennis court and sauna. Guests enjoy a hot tub, games room and barbecue facilities.
All accommodation has beach or ocean views and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Guests enjoy up to 100MB of free WiFi per room. DVD library hire is available. Covered parking is available for one vehicle, per room.
Chateau Beachside Resort is surrounded by shopping, dining and nightlife options. Alternatively, guests can relax with a meal or drink at the on-site bar and restaurant.
The tour desk can book theme park tickets, fishing charters, diving and cruises. Reception also hires out beach equipment such as chairs and sun umbrellas.
Chateau Resort is 8 minutes’ drive from Seaworld and 12 minutes’ from Surfers Paradise Golf Course. It is 23 km from Coolangatta Airport and 87 km from Brisbane Airport.
Guest review score 7.0,
rooms from around 127 AUD.
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34 Majorca Isle Beachside Resort Maroochydore, Australia
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Majorca Isle Beachside Resort is located along Sixth Avenue, opposite Maroochydore Surf Life Saving and Bowls Club. The resort offers beachside accommodation, a heated pool and free private parking.
Apartments at Majorca Isle come with private balconies and 2 bathrooms. A fully equipped kitchen, TV with free cable channels and ceiling fans are included.
Guests can relax by the barbecue area or exercise at the full-size tennis court. The resort also has a games room, children’s play area and a tour desk.
Majorca Isle Beachside Resort is a 10-minute drive from Maroochydore Airport. This is a beachfront hotel.
Guest review score 8.6
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35 The Bungalows Mission Beach, Australia
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Set in Mission Beach, 500 metres from Mission Beach, The Bungalows offers accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, an outdoor swimming pool and a garden. Featuring a terrace, the 4-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The property is non-smoking and is situated 1. 3 km from Mound Island.
At the hotel, rooms have a balcony with a sea view. At The Bungalows all rooms include bed linen and towels.
The accommodation offers a barbecue. Guests at The Bungalows will be able to enjoy activities in and around Mission Beach, like cycling.
South Mission Beach is 3 km from the hotel, while Lower Tully is 38 km from the property. The nearest airport is Ingham Airport, 120 km from The Bungalows.
Guest review score 9.6,
rooms from around 475 AUD.
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36 Orpheus Island Lodge Orpheus Island, Australia
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Offering luxurious accommodation with free Wi-Fi at the lodge, free meals and a private patio boasting stunning Coral Sea views, Orpheus Island Lodge is surrounded by serene, white sand beaches and 1,368 hectares of National Park.
Guests can take a dip in an infinity pool or relax with a unique, indigenous-inspired treatment at the Gwandalan Day Spa. The resort has a bar and restaurant with an alfresco-style dining area. Accommodation rates include all gourmet meals prepared by the head chef, using local produce and fresh seafood.
Located just 80 km north of Townsville, Orpheus Island offers a secluded paradise escape set on the waters of the Great Barrier Reef. It is a 30-minute scenic helicopter ride from Townsville Airport or a 1.5 hour ride from Cairns. The surrounding World Heritage-listed Marine Park boasts snorkelling and diving with over a thousand species of tropical reef fish.
Each of the refurbished beachfront rooms offer bright and modern décor, a 32-inch LED flat-screen TV and an iPod docking station. Crisp white bed linens and Li’tya guest amenities are provided.
Your inclusions feature activities such as a daily Orpheus experience, which includes snorkelling, fishing, and island cruises.
Guest review score 9.5
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37 Sand Dunes Resort Accommodation Marcoola, Australia
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Located 150 metres from Marcoola Beach, this resort offers guests access to a hot tub, a resort-style swimming pool and a fitness centre. Both private apartments and villas are available.
All Sand Dunes Resort Accommodation includes a fully equipped kitchen, balcony, lounge/dining areas, laundry facilities and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Some accommodation options offers a private rooftop terrace, swimming pool or hot tub.
Guests can enjoy a meal in the BBQ area or relax in the tropical gardens. The tour desk books theme park tickets, Fraser Island trips and tours of the Glasshouse Mountains.
Sand Dunes Resort is 5 minutes’ walk from local restaurants, shops and pubs and 5 minutes’ drive from Sunshine Coast Airport. There are several beaches within 10 km and Steve Irwin’s Australia Zoo is 40 km away.
Guest review score 9.0
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38 Whitsunday Sands Resort Bowen, Australia
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Whitsunday Sands Resort is uniquely located on its own private peninsula, by the turquoise waters of the Great Barrier Reef. It offers all guests private access to 2 separate, magnificent beaches. On the eastern side of the resort is Horseshoe Bay, rated as one of the best beaches in Australia, while on the western side is the picturesque Greys Bay. You can enjoy watching the sunrise and sunset over the water on the main land, from the resort.
This absolute beachfront property is a 5-minute drive from Bowen Golf Course and a 7-minute drive from Bowen Summergarden Cinemas.
You can relax in your private, air-conditioned room, which features ocean views, a microwave, refrigerator, tea/coffee making facilities, crockery and cutlery and a flat-screen TV with complimentary cable channels.
Guest review score 9.0,
rooms from around 164 AUD.
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39 Manta Bargara Bargara, Australia
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Overlooking Bargara Beach, Manta Bargara Apartments offer a spa bath and a private balcony with lovely sea views. The property features a tennis court, an outdoor pool and a fitness centre. Free WiFi access is available.
All air-conditioned apartments have an LCD TV and a DVD player. Each apartment has laundry facilities and a full kitchen with an oven and a microwave.
Manta Bargara is 3 minutes’ drive from Bargara Golf Club, and 5 minutes’ drive from turtle watching at Mon Repos Beach. Bundaberg Airport is a 25-minute drive away.
You can relax in the hot tub, or enjoy a meal in the barbecue area. The tour desk can book trips to Lady Elliot Island and the Bundaburg Rum distillery. Free secure parking is available on site.
Guest review score 8.8,
rooms from around 300 AUD.
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40 Wongalinga Mission Beach, Australia
Resort. Located on the beachfront at Wongaling Beach, in the heart of the beautiful Mission Beach area, under 2 hours' drive from Cairns and under 3 hours' from Townsville, Wongalinga offers luxury, private apartments, designed to capture the atmosphere of Australia's tropical north. Guests staying at Wongalinga enjoy the magnificent views of Dunk and Bedarra Islands from their own spacious patio or balcony. Each apartment is appointed with a kitchen, laundry, TV and air-conditioning. Free private parking is available on site. You can take an early morning walk along deserted beaches, splash in the on-site swimming pool and sun lounges, go further afield to enjoy rainforest bushwalks or go kayaking in the nearby Tully River. Adventure seekers can sky dive over Mission Beach. The Great Barrier Reef if less than a hour away by boat where you can snorkel, dive or fish. At the end of the day, you can dine alfresco on your balcony or try out a range of local restaurants. Guest review score 8.8
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41 InterContinental Hayman Island Resort, an IHG Hotel Hayman Island, Australia
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A tropical oasis of white sandy beaches, lush palm trees and sparkling waters awaits you at InterContinental Hotels - Hayman Island Resort. This private island is located in the Whitsundays, in the heart of the pristine Great Barrier Reef.
Guests can experience elegant resort living in luxurious and modern accommodation, with all rooms featuring a private balcony and sea or garden views. Free WiFi and complimentary breakfast are included.
The spa is a blissful sanctuary, dedicated to personal pampering including facials, body wraps and massages. Also on offer are a state-of-the-art fitness centre, tennis court and swimming pool.
The resort features 5 restaurants with Italian, Asian and modern Australian cuisines. For a private dining experience you can enjoy a romantic twilight dinner or gourmet beach picnic.
Hayman Island is a scenic 55-minute boat cruise from Hamilton Island or a 15-minute flight by helicopter or sea plane. Inter-island excursions, and diving, snorkeling and fishing adventures can be arranged.
Guest review score 8.7,
rooms from around 765 AUD.
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42 Palm Bay Resort Long Island, Australia
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Palm Bay Resort is a luxury resort offering accommodation with access to an outdoor pool, a private beach area, a day spa and and a tennis court. All rooms features a balcony with a hammock and outdoor furniture.
The beachfront Palm Bay Resort is located in a secluded area of Long Island with the Coral Sea located in-front and a rainforest located behind the property. The resort is accessible via water taxi, seaplane or helicopter. Guests can also access the iconic Great Barrier Reef by seaplane or helicopter from the resort.
The house overlooks the Whitsunday Passage towards Hamilton Island. The private rooms are surrounded by lush gardens. Some rooms are beachfront while others have both garden and water views.
After a day of kayaking, fishing or hiking you can relax on your balcony or enjoy a cocktail from the fully licensed bar while watching the sunset from the beachfront pavilion.
Guest review score 8.7
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43 Rhapsody Resort - Official Gold Coast, Australia
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Stay in the heart of Gold Coast.
Located just 100 metres from the golden sands of Surfers Paradise Beach, and trackside to the world-famous Gold Coast 600 Supercar race, Rhapsody Resort offers modern and luxurious self-contained accommodation with free WiFi and free parking (subject to availability). Guests can enjoy a leisurely swim in the outdoor pool, or admire the stunning ocean views from the rooftop terrace and BBQ area.
All accommodation is air-conditioned and features a fully equipped kitchen, laundry facilities, flat-screen TV, dining area and a bathroom. The apartments also offer an outdoor dining area.
If you're reluctant about visiting the fitness centre, perhaps the inspiring views of the Surfers Paradise coastline will inspire your workout. You can treat yourself to a relaxing sauna afterwards. Other facilities at Rhapsody include a tour desk, car hire and airport shuttle. The reception is open 7:00 until 22:00 daily.
Cavill Avenue is a 15-minute walk from the property which offers a variety of shopping, dining and entertainment options. The Gold Coast's famous theme parks Warner Bros. Movie World and Wet n' Wild are a 20-minute drive away. Gold Coast Airport is a 40-minute drive.
Guest review score 8.7,
rooms from around 559 AUD.
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44 The Langham, Gold Coast and Jewel Residences Gold Coast, Australia
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Stay in the heart of Gold Coast.
Facing the beachfront, The Langham, Gold Coast and Jewel Residences offers 5-star accommodation in Gold Coast and features an outdoor swimming pool, fitness centre and restaurant. This 5-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk and a concierge service. The hotel provides an indoor pool, sauna and room service.
Guest rooms at the hotel come with air conditioning, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a safety deposit box and a private bathroom with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. Each room is fitted with a coffee machine, while selected rooms are equipped with a kitchen with an oven, a dishwasher and a microwave. At The Langham, Gold Coast and Jewel Residences the rooms come with bed linen and towels.
A buffet breakfast is available daily at the accommodation.
Popular points of interest near The Langham, Gold Coast and Jewel Residences include Surfers Paradise Beach, Broadbeach and Kurrawa Beach. The nearest airport is Gold Coast Airport, 19 km from the hotel.
Guest review score 8.7,
rooms from around 459 AUD.
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45 The Pink Hotel Coolangatta Gold Coast, Australia
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Re-opened in November 2018, The Pink Hotel Coolangatta is a refurbished 1950's boutique hotel, situated opposite the beach. The hotel has been designed with Scandinavian and mid-century themes and features wall art throughout. It boasts an on site restaurant and bar and a beachfront rooftop.
The Pink Hotel Coolangatta offers a choice of accommodation options including King rooms, King suites, a King room with its own private balcony and a suite with two bedrooms and enough entertainment area for small private functions. All rooms contain a Smeg fridge, bar, air conditioning, neon signs and wall art.
"Eddies Grub House" is a multi award winning restaurant offering burgers, live music and a whiskey dive bar. Upstairs is Santeria, the spectacular rooftop from where you can relax and enjoy the beach views.
The Pink Hotel Coolangatta is a 3-minute walk from the shops, restaurants and bars of Coolangatta. Twin Towns Services Club is directly across the road. Gold Coast Airport is 8 minutes’ drive away.
Guest review score 8.7,
rooms from around 187 AUD.
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46 Atlantis Marcoola Marcoola, Australia
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Just 2 minutes’ walk from Marcoola Beach, this resort offers a heated lagoon-style pool, a hot tub and half-size tennis and basketball courts. All accommodation at Atlantis Marcoola features a balcony and cooking facilities.
Guests can enjoy a fitness centre, jumping pillow, children’s playground and a covered BBQ area. There is a games room with billiards, an air hockey table and car racing machines.
Atlantis Marcoola Beachfront Resort is a 5-minute drive from both Sunshine Coast Airport and Novotel Twin Waters Golf Course. Maroochydore is 10 km away and Mooloolaba is 15 km away.
All accommodation is air conditioned and offers a stove, microwave and refrigerator. Each apartment or studio has a dining area and a sofa. Some apartments offer a hot tub or ocean views.
Guest review score 8.6
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47 Reflection on the Sea Gold Coast, Australia
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Located in Coolangatta, Reflection on the Sea offers modern beachfront apartments with breathtaking ocean views. It is surrounded by a variety of restaurants and shops.
Guests have access to a 25-metre heated lap pool, a fitness centre, sauna, steam room and spa pool. Guests enjoy free WiFi and free parking.
Each self-contained, luxurious apartment at Reflections on the Sea features full kitchen and laundry facilities. Initial provisions are supplied for guests including tea and coffee.
Guests can relax at the barbecue area or at the resort’s own movie theatre. There is also a guest lounge with billiard tables.
The beautiful Greenmount Beach is located on the resort’s doorstep, along with a variety of restaurants, cafes and shopping.
Reflection on the Sea is 10 minutes’ drive from Gold Coast Airport and a 1-hour drive from Brisbane city centre.
Guest review score 8.6
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48 Alex Seaside Resort Alexandra Headland, Australia
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Just a 2-minute walk from the patrolled Alexandra Headland beach, this resort offers holiday apartments with panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean. Guests have access to a heated pool with spa pool.
Alex Seaside Resort is situated between Mooloolaba and Maroochydore in the heart of the Sunshine Coast. It is a 15-minute drive to Sunshine Coast Airport.
These spacious studios and apartments offer open-plan living areas with flat-screen cable TV and a kitchenette or full kitchen. Each has a private bathroom with spa bath, and most have laundry facilities.
Free secure underground parking is provided. Facilities at Alexandra Headland Seaside Resort include BBQ facilities, a large rooftop terrace, and a games room with a pool table.
Guest review score 8.5
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49 Kalua Holiday Apartments Maroochydore, Australia
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Kalua Holiday Apartments are situated in Maroochydore on the Sunshine Coast. Located just 50 metres from the beach, it features a large outdoor swimming pool and 3 barbecue areas.
Each apartment at Kalua Maroochydore has a sunny north-facing outlook with large balcony overlooking the tropical gardens and pool. All apartments include a kitchen with refrigerator, microwave and laundry.
Facilities include a tennis court, large swimming pool and spa pool. The complex is in a quiet location surrounded by tropical gardens. Free secure underground parking is provided.
Kalua Apartments are located opposite the beaches of Alexandra Headlands and Maroochydore. Restaurants, cafes, public transport and the shopping centre are all within 10 minutes’ drive.
Guest review score 8.5
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50 Pavillions on 1770 Agnes Water, Australia
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Situated directly in between the pristine seaside towns of Agnes Water and Seventeen Seventy (1770), an idyllic location just 50 metres from Agnes Water Beach with easy access to the superb sites of the Discovery Coast and Lady Musgrave Island.
The calming energy of this unique untouched paradise instantly brings peace when encountering such a sense of space. The rolling waves and ocean air cleanses and rejuvenates the mind and soothes the soul. Surrounded by nature reserves, witness local kangaroos grazing as the sun sets and illuminates the sky with dreamy dusty hues of pink and purple.
Just minutes to the picturesque 1770 beach front, you will find an abundance of local fishing spots, boat access to Lady Musgrave Island where the turtles breed and breath-taking panoramic views from Captain Cooks lookout. Grab a picnic blanket and watch the sun go down with ocean fresh local delights to satisfy the taste buds or return to your own private balcony to fire up the BBQ, followed by a relaxing soak in your very own in-room Spa.
The point break at Agnes Water beach is a surfer’s playground with local surf schools offering lessons for those keen to catch a wave. A patrolled beach where families can relax and enjoy making memories. Facilities include a heated spa & plunge pool, children’s wading pool, 25m lap pool, poolside barbecues. Free parking.
Come & visit Australia’s best kept secret…we look forward to welcoming you.
Guest review score 8.5
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