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A bar area with a blue wall, a white counter, and several bar stools.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a large abstract painting on the wall.

A restaurant with multiple tables and chairs, a bar area, and pendant lighting.

A building with a sign reading "MANILA SPORTS CLUB" and "mantra" above it.

1. Mantra Gladstone

Barney Point

Robert

฿3,618

฿3,980 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A modern cafe with wooden accents, a coffee bar, and seating for guests.

Three people sitting by a pool with water splashing around them.

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a chair, and a balcony with a view.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

2. The Gladstone

Gladstone Central

Centaine

฿2,959

฿3,255 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by palm trees and a stone wall.

A hotel entrance with a check-in parking sign, palm trees, and a balcony.

A beach with a sunset, calm water, and distant land.

A landscaped area with a large tree, a wooden deck, and a view of the ocean.

3. Discovery Parks - Tannum Sands

Tannum Sands

Pai

฿2,874

฿3,161 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A poolside area with outdoor seating and a view of a building with multiple balconies.

A hotel room with two beds, a ceiling fan, a large mirror, and a seating area.

A hotel room with a staircase leading to an upper level, a seating area with sofas and a small table, and a desk with a computer.

4. Harbour Sails Motor Inn

Gladstone Central

Roy

฿2,874

฿3,161 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A modern multi-story building with balconies and large windows.

A balcony with a table and chairs, overlooking a cityscape at dusk.

A row of elevators with metallic doors and a wooden panel design.

A room with a red carpet, white drapery, and tables with white tablecloths and gold sashes.

5. Oaks Gladstone Grand Hotel

Gladstone Central

Richard Willem

฿3,597

฿3,957 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A hotel with a pool, palm trees, and large rocks.

A grey sofa with two decorative pillows featuring a green leaf pattern.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a built-in oven, and a refrigerator. There is a dining area with a table, chairs, and a window with curtains.

A poolside area with lounge chairs, a covered seating area, and a building with a white facade and green roof.

6. Reef Adventureland Motel

Tannum Sands

Kim

฿4,070

฿4,477 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A hotel pool area with multiple pools, palm trees, and buildings with balconies.

A hotel entrance with a glass door, two large potted plants, a wooden bench, and a tiled floor.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a coffee table, and a view of the outdoor area.

A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a lamp, and a potted plant.

7. 1770 Lagoons Central Apartment Resort

Agnes Water

Leonie

฿3,631

฿3,994 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A couple relaxing in a hot tub with a pool and outdoor seating area.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a double sink, and a microwave.

A large apartment full-size kitchen with white cabinets, a dishwasher, an oven, and a window with a view of buildings.

A hotel room with two beds, a balcony with a table and chairs, and a large window with curtains.

8. Aaron Motel

West Gladstone

Roy

฿3,161

฿3,477 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Oct - 25 Oct

A wooden pier leading to a covered structure by a turquoise sea with clear water and visible marine life.

A spacious indoor area with multiple seating arrangements, large windows offering ocean views, and hanging wicker lamps.

An aerial view of a small island with clear turquoise waters and a white sandy beach.

A room with large glass windows, wicker chairs, and a wooden floor.

9. Heron Island Resort

Heron Island

Elizabeth

฿6,060

฿6,666 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, pillows, a bedside table, a lamp, and a wall-mounted air conditioning unit.

A Harbour Lodge Motel sign, a swimming pool, and a fenced area with trees.

A red Tesla parked in front of a yellow building with a balcony and a staircase.

A motel with a green roof, solar panels, a swimming pool, and a parking lot.

10. Harbour Lodge Motel Gladstone

Gladstone Central

Anthony

฿2,341

฿2,576 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a chair, a large window with curtains, and a potted orchid plant.

A modern dining area with round tables, cushioned chairs, and a large window with curtains.

A tiled bathroom with a shower area, a towel rack, and potted plants.

A modern building exterior with a black door, numbered 21, and a glass window reflecting a palm tree and building.

11. The Queens Hotel Gladstone

Gladstone Central

Adam

฿4,022

฿4,424 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A modern white building with a sign reading 'Capricorn Apartments.'

A compact hotel room with a kitchenette, a dining table with chairs, a small wooden cabinet, and a bed with a white blanket.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a lamp, and an air conditioning unit.

A compact kitchen with a built-in microwave, a sink, and wooden cabinets.

12. Gladstone Capricorn Apartments

Gladstone Central

Sally-Anne

฿2,689

฿2,958 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A restaurant entrance with a sign reading "The Club" and a visible outdoor seating area.

A restaurant with a bar area, wooden flooring, and a brick wall.

A pool table in a bar area with multiple screens displaying sports content.

A hotel room with a brick wall, a flat-screen TV mounted above a desk, a bed with a grey headboard, two pillows, and two rolled towels on the bed.

13. The Club Hotel

Gladstone Central

Peter

฿2,179

฿2,397 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A room with two chairs, a small table, and a view of palm trees and a body of water through large windows.

A multi-story hotel with a swimming pool, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn and palm trees.

A residential area at night with houses, palm trees, and a well-lit street.

A pool table with 'Jack Daniels' branding, large windows with a view of a pool and palm trees, and a chair near the windows.

14. Lumina Motel

South Gladstone

Robyn

฿2,873

฿3,160 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A balcony with a glass table and chair, overlooking a cityscape with buildings, roads, and a distant shoreline.

A hotel room with two beds, each with a headboard, bedside tables, lamps, and a mirror.

A restaurant interior with hanging wine glasses and a modern, well-lit dining area.

15. Highpoint International

Gladstone Central

Elizabeth

฿4,773

฿5,251 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A pool area with palm trees, a building with lights, and a sunset sky.

A bar area with a green wall, a chalkboard menu, and various bottles.

A fire pit with a metal frame and bricks, surrounded by a grassy area with a bench and a fence.

A sunset view with palm trees and a building with blue lights.

16. Koorawatha Homestead Motel

Bororen

Michelle

฿4,157

฿4,573 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A balcony with a table and chairs, overlooking a cityscape with buildings and greenery.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, leather sofas, a coffee table, and artwork on the walls.

A modern living room with a sofa, ottoman, coffee table, TV, and a desk with a chair.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel sink, and a built-in microwave.

17. Gladstone Downtown Central Apartment Hotel

Gladstone Central

Mark

฿2,374

฿2,612 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a small kitchenette, and a ceiling fan.

A compact kitchen with a microwave, toaster, sink, and cabinets.

A compact kitchen with a microwave, toaster, and kettle, a small sink, and a window with blinds.

A building with a sign for Central Studio Accommodation and a 'No Vacancy' sign.

18. Central Studio Accommodation

Gladstone Central

Kylie

฿2,980

฿3,278 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

An indoor dining area with tables and chairs, hanging plants, and a view of the city through large windows.

A bar setting with a counter, a person holding a bottle, and another person standing beside the counter.

Wicker chairs with cushions on a balcony with a city view.

Two people toasting with champagne glasses by a poolside.

19. Gladstone Reef Hotel Motel

Gladstone Central

Amanda

฿3,161

฿3,477 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

An aerial view of a beach with clear blue waters, sandy shore, and rocky outcrops.

A modern hotel lobby with a marble reception desk, seating area, and a coffee machine.

A swimming pool with a stone feature, surrounded by artificial grass and a metal fence.

A modern reception area with a curved black counter, grey seating, and a neon sign reading "Treasure."

20. CQ Motel Gladstone

Gladstone Central

Ryan

฿3,352

฿3,687 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 Oct

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Holiday Rentals in Southern Great Barrier Reef

Camping

A bedroom with a bed, a ceiling fan, a window, a door, and a small table with chairs.

A pool area with a wooden structure, lounge chairs, and a fenced garden.

1770 Southern Cross Travellers Retreat

Agnes Water

"The cabin was very clean and tidy and provided all of the amenities that a traveller requires."

Cabin

A poolside area with lounge chairs and an umbrella, surrounded by trees and a fenced pool.

A hotel room with bunk beds, a sofa, a desk, and a bed.

A wooden deck with a central pathway leading to a door, surrounded by lush green plants and a concrete wall.

1770 Holiday Village

Seventeen Seventy

"Great accommodation, close to everything. Extremely comfortable bed. We enjoyed our stay. Thank you"

Aparthotel

A neatly made bed with a brown headboard, a bedside table with a lamp, and a painting on the wall.

A balcony with wicker chairs and a table, overlooking a residential area with buildings and greenery.

A multi-story residential building with balconies, a parking area, and a view of the sea.

A modern kitchen with a large island, stainless steel appliances, and a bowl of apples.

Gladstone Central Plaza

Gladstone Central

"Best location, clean, tidy and kid friendly. Recommend it anytime. 5/5 for everything."

Aparthotel

Highpoint International

Gladstone Central

"Very well located, clean, quiet, comfortable, very spacious room, friendly."

Apartment

A hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a covered patio area.

A covered outdoor area with a metal roof, palm trees, and a street lamp.

A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a dining area with chairs and a table.

A two-story building with a large balcony and a well-maintained lawn with lounge chairs.

Edge on Beaches Agnes Waters 1770

Agnes Water

"The whole property was excellent, large,clean under cover parking Beautiful outside backyard"

Aparthotel

A neatly made bed with a wooden headboard, a chair, and a nightstand with a lamp.

A modern bedroom with a bed, a glass-top coffee table, a sofa, and a TV mounted on the wall.

A swimming pool with a tiled deck, surrounded by palm trees and a thatched-roof hut.

A single-story mobile home with a covered porch, a small front yard, and a garden area.

South Gladstone Motel

South Gladstone

"Such an amazing price for 5 people. Friendly staff, pool was clean. Kids loved it"

Aparthotel

Central Studio Accommodation

Gladstone Central

"I would definitely recommend this property. It was clean & convenient/ walking distance to shops and eating locations. We look forward to staying again in the future, thank you!"

Camping

A row of modern, semi-open cabins with a reflective water body in the foreground.

A well-maintained grassy area with a small building, possibly a restroom or utility room, near a road with parked vehicles.

A couple sitting by a campfire with a tent in the background.

A cozy living room with a brown leather sofa, a small round coffee table, and a cowhide rug. A bed with a wooden headboard and a ceiling fan is visible in the background.

Splitters Farm

Sharon

"Excellent in every way.x. loved the animals so much."

Aparthotel

A pool area with a sandy beach, surrounded by lush greenery and a covered seating area.

A balcony with a table, chairs, and a decorative vase.

A modern kitchen with a granite countertop, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a large window providing natural light.

A spacious living room with a blue sofa set, a coffee table, and a flat-screen TV.

Pavillions on 1770

Agnes Water

"We travelled with our two kids. they had fun using the pools. The accommodation and the parking was excellent!"

Apartment

A beach view with a wooden fence, a chair, and a palm tree.

A row of mobile homes with attached porches, surrounded by well-maintained lawns and palm trees.

A bedroom with a bed, a bedside table, a window, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a dining table with chairs, and a kitchen area in the background.

Discovery Parks - Bargara

Bargara

"Great location "

Aparthotel

A balcony with a view of the sea and mountains.

A room with a bed, a table with chairs, and a sliding glass door leading to a garden.

A modern bedroom with a large window, a bed, a chair, and a bedside table.

A pool area with lounge chairs, a small hut, and palm trees.

Rosslyn Bay Resort

Rosslyn

"Very quiet property and the apartment had plenty of space. The newly fitted out apartment was excellent. As we stayed 6 nights their we're a few basic items needed which we conveyed to the management."

Camping

An underground church with wooden pews and stone walls.

A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a green countertop, a window with blinds, a kettle, a toaster, a microwave, and a gas stove.

A neatly arranged bedroom with a large bed, two bedside tables, a nightstand, and a lamp.

A living room with a sofa, a dining table, chairs, a TV, and an air conditioning unit.

Capricorn Caves - Caravan Park

The Caves

"Very clean, quiet and easy to access. Only stopped for one night on the way up north. Pub up the road did nice meals too"

Aparthotel

A waterfront marina with boats docked, a pier extending into the water, and buildings with illuminated windows.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a ceiling fan, and a painting on the wall.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a central island with stools, a coffee machine, and a microwave.

A coffee station with a coffee machine, bowls, and containers of coffee beans.

Gladstone City Central Apartment Hotel

Gladstone Central

"Property was fantastic, had everything we needed. Shared with my sister in law, and she was very impressed too"

Aparthotel

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a small table, and a balcony with a view of the sea.

A beach with a wooden bench, ocean waves, and a sunset.

A modern kitchen with a central island, a dining area with a table and chairs, a sofa, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

A multi-story hotel with balconies, a sandy beach in the foreground, and a clear blue sky.

Don Pancho by the Beach

Bargara

"Clean, modern, comfortable and amazing views!"

Aparthotel

A spacious indoor area with wooden flooring, multiple tables and chairs, large windows, and potted plants.

A covered outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, surrounded by lush greenery and a view of a mountain.

An aerial view of a residential area with houses surrounded by dense greenery, a swimming pool, and a beach in the background.

An aerial view of a residential property with a swimming pool, solar panels, and a large white house.

Kellys Beach Resort

Bargara

"Wonderful stay, AC nice, bed comfortable and the chicken parmi ordered through room service was so good!"

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An aerial view of a coastal town with a beach, ocean, and residential area.

Bargara Beach

9.2/10 (349 reviews)

Explore the pretty foreshore reserve, spot turtle tracks in the sand and splash in the gentle waves at one of Bundaberg’s most popular beaches.

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A coastal town with a marina, hills, and a sunset.

Keppel Bay Marina

8.8/10 (320 reviews)

Explore the waterfront in Rosslyn with a trip to Keppel Bay Marina. Wander the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area.

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Two people sitting on a bench overlooking a calm body of water with boats and a beach in the distance.

1770 Marina

9.0/10 (463 reviews)

Explore the waterfront in Seventeen Seventy with a trip to 1770 Marina. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

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A coastal town with a long sandy beach and a clear blue ocean.

Main Beach

9.0/10 (728 reviews)

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Main Beach during your travels in Yeppoon? Stroll along the seaside or visit the spas in this relaxing area.

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A beach with sand, ocean waves, and coastal vegetation.

Agnes Water Beach

9.4/10 (526 reviews)

Hit the ocean swells on the most northerly surf beach on Australia’s east coast and explore seaside villages, scenic camping spots and pristine protected foreshore.

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A marina with numerous boats docked at wooden piers.

Gladstone Marina

9.0/10 (461 reviews)

Go on a relaxing cruise, have a picnic in the park or watch the boats cruise past in this modern and picturesque boat harbor in central Queensland.

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Nissan Navara Arena

7.0/10 (50 reviews)

Catch an event at Nissan Navara Arena during your trip to Rockhampton. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.

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Mon Repos Turtle Centre

9.0/10 (292 reviews)

Visit the native and exotic animals who call Mon Repos Turtle Centre home during your travels in Bundaberg.

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Top Southern Great Barrier Reef Hotel Reviews

Discovery Parks - Rockhampton

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful! Would stay there again!"

Don Pancho by the Beach

8/10 Good

"Clean, simple accommodation. We stayed 1 night, but also set up well for longer term stays."

1770 Lagoons Central Apartment Resort

8/10 Good

"Comfortable king bed, balcony and kitchenette. Good for our 1 night stop over."

Coral Inn Boutique Motel

8/10 Good

"The unit was ok but extremely small, had only one drawer and a few hangers on the wall for clothes. The only source of water was the obathroom and the bathroom was lacking storage. The people were really nice and we had an adequate breakfast."

Empire Apartment Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Love that it’s on the river with lovely river views . Close to restaurants and the centre of town . Beautiful walking along the river"

Rosslyn Bay Resort

8/10 Good

The Gladstone

10/10 Excellent

"Always enjoy my stay here when I visit."

More cheap stays in Southern Great Barrier Reef

Gin Gin Budget Accommodation

66 Mulgrave Street Gin Gin QLD

฿1,939

฿2,133 total

12 Oct - 13 Oct

includes taxes & fees

7.8/10 Good! (103 reviews)

Mid City Motor Inn

26 Goondoon St. Gladstone QLD

฿2,554

฿2,810 total

24 Oct - 25 Oct

includes taxes & fees

6.4/10 (328 reviews)

AAOK Riverdale Caravan Park

6 Perry Street Bundaberg North QLD

฿2,567

฿2,823 total

11 Oct - 12 Oct

includes taxes & fees

9/10 Wonderful! (226 reviews)

TOP 1 MOTEL ALLENSTOWN

134 Gladstone Rd Allenstown QLD

฿2,844

฿2,844 total

19 Oct - 20 Oct

includes taxes & fees

Bundaberg Park Village

20 Childers Road Kensington QLD

฿2,854

฿3,139 total

13 Oct - 14 Oct

includes taxes & fees

7.2/10 Good! (70 reviews)

Kinka Palms Motel

934-940 Scenic Highway Kinka Beach QLD

฿3,618

฿3,980 total

19 Oct - 20 Oct

includes taxes & fees

9.8/10 Exceptional! (81 reviews)

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Our top choices for Southern Great Barrier Reef hotels

1. Mantra Gladstone

2. The Gladstone

3. Discovery Parks - Tannum Sands

4. Harbour Sails Motor Inn

5. Oaks Gladstone Grand Hotel

6. Reef Adventureland Motel

7. 1770 Lagoons Central Apartment Resort

8. Aaron Motel

9. Heron Island Resort

10. Harbour Lodge Motel Gladstone

11. The Queens Hotel Gladstone

12. Gladstone Capricorn Apartments

13. The Club Hotel

14. Lumina Motel

15. Highpoint International

16. Koorawatha Homestead Motel

17. Gladstone Downtown Central Apartment Hotel

18. Central Studio Accommodation

19. Gladstone Reef Hotel Motel

20. CQ Motel Gladstone

Holiday Rentals in Southern Great Barrier Reef

1770 Southern Cross Travellers Retreat

1770 Holiday Village

Gladstone Central Plaza

Highpoint International

Edge on Beaches Agnes Waters 1770

South Gladstone Motel

Central Studio Accommodation

Splitters Farm

Pavillions on 1770

Discovery Parks - Bargara

Rosslyn Bay Resort

Capricorn Caves - Caravan Park

Gladstone City Central Apartment Hotel

Don Pancho by the Beach

Kellys Beach Resort

Stay near popular Southern Great Barrier Reef attractions

Bargara Beach

Keppel Bay Marina

1770 Marina

Main Beach

Agnes Water Beach

Gladstone Marina

Nissan Navara Arena

Mon Repos Turtle Centre

Learn more about Southern Great Barrier Reef

Top Southern Great Barrier Reef Hotel Reviews

Discovery Parks - Rockhampton

Don Pancho by the Beach

1770 Lagoons Central Apartment Resort

Coral Inn Boutique Motel

Empire Apartment Hotel

Rosslyn Bay Resort

The Gladstone

More cheap stays in Southern Great Barrier Reef

Gin Gin Budget Accommodation

Mid City Motor Inn

AAOK Riverdale Caravan Park

TOP 1 MOTEL ALLENSTOWN

Bundaberg Park Village

Kinka Palms Motel

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