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Our top choices for Whitsundays motels

A clear pool surrounded by palm trees and a building with a white facade.

1. Colonial Palms Motor Inn

Colonial Palms Motor Inn
3.5 star property
Airlie Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Great location, the staff were wonderful, friendly and very helpful for any and all requests."
Australia
Michael
The price is ￥18,750
￥20,625 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 6 - Dec 7
Colonial Palms Motor Inn
A spacious indoor area with high ceilings, wooden flooring, and large windows offering views of the outdoors.

2. Kipara Tropical Rainforest Retreat

Kipara Tropical Rainforest Retreat
3.0 star property
Jubilee Pocket
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (414 reviews)
"Car parking bit tight, and not near the rooms. if your a bit elderly I would imagine getting up the steep hill to the rooms may be a bit of a mission. All and all was a lovely stay and rooms were comfortable."
Australia
Sean
The price is ￥11,364
￥12,641 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Kipara Tropical Rainforest Retreat
A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk, and a window with a view.

3. Cannonvale Reef Gateway Hotel

Cannonvale Reef Gateway Hotel
3.5 star property
Cannonvale
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (259 reviews)
"Clean room, great staff, good food and drinks at bar, parking at door of room, was told ahead of time about maintenance ongoing so was great to know. No interruptions by workman during stay. Large room."
Australia
Stephen
The price is ￥9,044
￥10,060 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Cannonvale Reef Gateway Hotel
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair. There is a window with curtains and a view of the outside.

4. A & A Motel

A & A Motel
3.5 star property
Proserpine
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (208 reviews)
"Very clean and comfortable. Staff helpful"
Canada
Louise
The price is ￥18,849
￥20,734 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
A & A Motel
A bedroom with a brick wall, a wooden bed, and a chair.

5. Proserpine Motor Lodge

Proserpine Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
Proserpine
7.6 out of 10, Good, (93 reviews)
"It was different but then again that's exactly what Prosperine was. Not to everyone's taste, but after staying at Airlee Beach for six nights, it was a welcome respite. It was like travelling back in time, but not an inconvenience for me."
United Kingdom
John
The price is ￥16,598
￥18,275 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Proserpine Motor Lodge
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a mirror, a TV, and a window.

6. Proserpine Motel

Proserpine Motel
3.0 star property
Proserpine
6.8 out of 10, (28 reviews)
"Just a quick stay over on our way to Innisfail"
Australia
Ann-Marie
The price is ￥20,527
￥22,600 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 20 - Nov 21
Proserpine Motel
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Top reviews in Whitsundays

A clear pool surrounded by palm trees and a building with a white facade.
Colonial Palms Motor Inn

Colonial Palms Motor Inn

Colonial Palms Motor Inn
Airlie Beach

10/10 Excellent

This is a nice place with great hosts providing good service and authentic smiles. It's a local business that gives you a certain feeling... it's something of the comfort and coziness you have when staying with friends. On the practical side: the rooms are large, nice and include all necessary amenities. The place is located at a 10 minutes walk from the city, and 5 minutes walk from the Greyhound bus terminal./ Port of Airlie. For dinner, we recommend you to try their restaurant. The food...
United States
Misha
Reviewed May 15, 2016
Colonial Palms Motor Inn

Frequently Asked Questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Whitsundays?

If you're having trouble locating a motel in Whitsundays, consider some of the motels we suggest around the area or let us help you find a similar property from over 618 hotels and other accommodations. Simply use our search tools to filter by nightly room rate or money-saving amenities such as free breakfast and free airport transportation.

What are motels like?

At many motels, you'll often find an outdoor pool and free parking. When you stay at a motel property, you'll usually access your room directly from the parking lot. The first motels popped up in the 1920s as a convenient place to stay for the weary traveler taking a road trip along the major roadways of America.

What are the best motels in Whitsundays?

Here are some of our customers' top motels in the larger area. Colonial Palms Motor Inn is located 18.6 mi (29.9 km) from the heart of Whitsundays. Enjoy access to the 2 outdoor pools, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Kipara Tropical Rainforest Retreat: Free parking and laundry facilities are available during your stay, along with room amenities like air conditioning. Central Whitsundays is 17.7 mi (28.4 km) away. Cannonvale Reef Gateway Hotel: Enjoy access to the business center, and freebies including WiFi, parking, and an area shuttle. Located 21.2 mi (34.1 km) from the heart of Whitsundays. Proserpine Motor Lodge: Central Whitsundays is 27.8 mi (44.7 km) away. A children's pool, free WiFi, and free parking are available during your stay. A & A Motel: 27.9 mi (44.9 km) from the heart of Whitsundays. Enjoy access to the children's pool, and freebies including WiFi and parking.

What can I do in Whitsundays?

These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Whitehaven Beach, Catseye Beach, and Whitsunday Islands National Park. During your trip, here are some other places to visit: Hamilton Island Bowling Alley, Hamilton Island Marina, and Hamilton Island Golf Club.

What's the weather like in Whitsundays?

Weather can make or break a roadtrip, so here's some data about year-round temperatures in Whitsundays to help you plan yours: The hottest months are usually February and January with an average temp of 80°F, while the coldest months are July and August with an average of 70°F. The rainiest months in Whitsundays are March, January, February, and December, with each month seeing an average of 11 inches of rainfall.

What are my options for getting around Whitsundays when staying in a motel?

We’ve gathered some information about local transportation options in Whitsundays to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Hamilton Island, QLD (HTI-Great Barrier Reef), which is located 4.8 mi (7.8 km) away from the heart of the city. You can also search for flights into Proserpine, QLD (PPP-Whitsunday Coast), which is 32 mi (51.6 km) away. If you'd like to explore around the area, you may want a rental car for your journey.