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

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

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

A covered outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, a view of the beach, and a sign with the name 'FONTAINE.'

1. Mantra Gladstone

Barney Point

Robert

￥19,087

￥20,996 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 31 - Nov 1

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

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

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a modern design.

A restaurant with multiple dining tables and chairs, a bar area, and a television screen on the wall.

2. Oaks Gladstone Grand Hotel

Gladstone Central

Richard Willem

￥15,966

￥17,562 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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

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

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

A modern living room with a glass door leading to a kitchen, a round table with chairs, a sofa, and a potted plant.

3. 1770 Lagoons Central Apartment Resort

Agnes Water

Barry

￥18,959

￥20,855 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

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

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

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

A balcony with a glass table and chairs, overlooking a swimming pool and palm trees.

4. Lumina Motel

South Gladstone

Robyn

￥13,041

￥14,540 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 31 - Nov 1

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

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a dining area with wooden chairs, and a grey sofa.

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.

5. Discovery Parks - Tannum Sands

Tannum Sands

Pai

￥12,277

￥13,626 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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

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

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

A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a desk, and chairs.

6. Reef Adventureland Motel

Tannum Sands

Kim

￥17,774

￥19,685 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

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

A bar with a variety of liquor bottles and glasses.

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.

7. The Queens Hotel Gladstone

Gladstone Central

Rodney

￥16,551

￥18,240 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

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

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

A modern hotel room with a bed, a desk, and a seating area.

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

8. Aaron Motel

West Gladstone

Roy

￥14,510

￥16,159 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

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 modern white building with a black roof, a palm tree, and a black metal fence.

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

9. Gladstone Capricorn Apartments

Gladstone Central

Sally-Anne

￥11,870

￥13,133 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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

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.

A two-story motel with a green roof and solar panels, featuring a parking lot and a view of the sunset.

10. Harbour Lodge Motel Gladstone

Gladstone Central

Anthony

￥10,883

￥11,982 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

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

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

A conference room with a long table, chairs, a projector screen, and a clock.

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

11. The Gladstone

Gladstone Central

Centaine

￥13,891

￥15,280 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 10 - Oct 11

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

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

A resort with a pool, outdoor seating, and a view of the surrounding landscape.

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

12. Koorawatha Homestead Motel

Bororen

Michelle

￥19,299

￥21,251 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

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 balcony with a glass table and chairs, offering a view of a parking area and buildings in the distance.

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

13. Gladstone City Central Apartment Hotel

Gladstone Central

Kevin

￥14,219

￥15,641 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

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

A seaside patio with outdoor seating and a view of the ocean.

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

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

14. Heron Island Resort

Heron Island

Tania

￥32,703

￥35,973 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 10 - Oct 11

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

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

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.

15. CQ Motel Gladstone

Gladstone Central

Ryan

￥14,865

￥16,439 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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

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.

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

16. Harbour Sails Motor Inn

Gladstone Central

Michael

￥15,907

￥17,534 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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.

17. Gladstone Reef Hotel Motel

Gladstone Central

Amanda

￥14,083

￥15,574 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 24 - Oct 25

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.

An outdoor seating area with wooden tables and chairs, a white fence, and a building with a sign that reads "The Club".

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.

18. The Club Hotel

Gladstone Central

Peter

￥9,517

￥10,508 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A modern outdoor living area with wicker furniture, a wooden floor, and a view of the surrounding landscape.

A beach with waves gently lapping onto the shore, a clear sky, and a distant hill.

A modern living room with wicker furniture, a green decorative stool, and wooden sliding doors.

A modern two-story house with a garden, large windows, and a flat roof.

19. Sandcastles 1770 Motel & Resort

Agnes Water

Anna

￥22,868

￥25,467 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, blue umbrellas, and a pool in the background.

A row of modern buildings with a well-maintained lawn and a clear blue sky.

A swimming pool with umbrellas, lounge chairs, and a sunset view.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a view of a garden through a sliding door.

20. Quality Resort Parkhurst

Parkhurst

Kristie

￥15,996

￥17,596 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 23 - Oct 24

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Vacation Rentals in Southern Great Barrier Reef

Cabin

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

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

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

1770 Holiday Village

Seventeen Seventy

"Cabin was in a wonderful bush setting. There is a short walk to a beautiful beach. Caravan Park is well set out and clean and tidy."

Aparthotel

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"

Apartment

A wooden deck with a table and chairs, overlooking a beach with palm trees and the ocean.

A room with a bed, a bench with cushions, and a view of the sea.

A room with a wooden ceiling, a ceiling fan, a sofa with red cushions, and a window with a view of greenery.

A wooden staircase leading to a covered area surrounded by lush greenery.

1770 Beach Shacks

Seventeen Seventy

"Great stay"

Aparthotel

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.

Highpoint International

Gladstone Central

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

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 small, single-story house with a porch and a covered outdoor seating area.

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

South Gladstone Motel

South Gladstone

"Check in was very flexible and accommodating."

Apartment

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

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.

A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden nightstand, a mirror, and a window with a view of trees.

Edge on Beaches Agnes Waters 1770

Agnes Water

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

Camping

An underground church with wooden pews and stone walls.

A small, single-story cabin with a green roof and a balcony, surrounded by trees and grass.

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

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

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

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

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!"

Aparthotel

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.

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!"

Aparthotel

A balcony with a view of the sea and mountains.

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

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

A modern living room with a dining area, large windows with blinds, a sofa, and a small table with chairs.

Rosslyn Bay Resort

Rosslyn

"Victoria was very helpful and pleasant whom she obtained check-in information from me for late arrival. Well done on her part! In term of the unit, it was clean but dish washer was not working, the carpet is soiled and dirty looking, balcony furniture was disgustingly dated and stained, dining table was sticky, balcony floor is dirty. Overall my impression of the unit is dirty and dated. The best was the bedding, comfortable bed and thick towels."

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 bedroom with a wooden headboard, a bed with white bedding, two bedside lamps, a nightstand, and wicker storage baskets.

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

Splitters Farm

Sharon

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

Aparthotel

A modern living room with a dining area, large windows with sheer curtains, a ceiling fan, and a sofa with a throw pillow.

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

A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table, a nightstand, a mirror, and a painting on the wall.

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."

Apartment

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

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

A row of white cabins with green roofs, surrounded by palm trees and greenery.

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

A residential area with houses surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.

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.

Kellys Beach Resort

Bargara

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

Apartment

A beach view with palm trees, a wooden deck, and a clear blue sky.

A modern kitchen with a gas stove, dining area with a table and chairs, and a view of the ocean through large windows.

A wooden table and chairs on a balcony with a view of the ocean.

Pacific Reef by Kacys

Bargara

"Beautiful veiw "

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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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A beach with clear skies, calm waves, and a lifeguard flag.

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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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 beach with large rocks in the foreground and a calm sea.

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 sailboats docked at the pier.

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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A beach with clear turquoise water, a rocky shoreline, and a tree-lined path.

Kelly's Beach

9.2/10 (182 reviews)

Explore this pretty beach fronting Bundaberg’s coastal fringe to swim and surf in the gentle waves or go fishing in the clear ocean waters.

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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)

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

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Check out the local area in Southern Great Barrier Reef—home to attractions like Tannum Sands Beach and Barney Point Beach.

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A diver underwater with fish, a seagull flying, and people on a boat.

Top Southern Great Barrier Reef Hotel Reviews

Quality Resort Parkhurst

10/10 Excellent

"Staff helpful and friendly , beautiful pool and happy hour. Loved the carport in front of accommodation."

Don Pancho by the Beach

10/10 Excellent

"Great location. Had an ocean view room and it was spectacular. Plenty of space around the property to chill and relax."

Kellys Beach Resort

8/10 Good

"Unit was awesome, very clean and heaps of room. Although the check in staff said we had a unit with great water views. I thought the ocean, but no it was a pond that was covered in some sort of weed. 😂😂😂 I did see the funny side of it though."

Empire Apartment Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Great Hotel, great location. 2 Restaurants to choose from under the hotel. Free Parking available. Nice view and spacious room."

True Blue Motor Inn

8/10 Good

"It was a very old room with only one glass door over the bath so water could be spilled on your clothes."

Coral Inn Boutique Motel

10/10 Excellent

"Amazing value for money, great location, lovely manager"

The Gladstone

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room. Friendly staff. Easy parking"

Heron Island Resort

10/10 Excellent

"Stunning natural environment. The resort facilities (rooms etc) were a bit tired but it didn't matter - the pristine beaches and abundant wildlife were extraordinary."

Discovery Parks - Rockhampton

10/10 Excellent

"Cabin was very clean and close to all amenities. Splash pad and pools were great. My family loved there time there."

More cheap stays in Southern Great Barrier Reef

Gin Gin Budget Accommodation

66 Mulgrave Street Gin Gin QLD

￥8,745

￥9,666 total

Oct 31 - Nov 1

includes taxes & fees

7.8/10 Good! (103 reviews)

AAOK Riverdale Caravan Park

6 Perry Street Bundaberg North QLD

￥12,052

￥13,257 total

Oct 10 - Oct 11

includes taxes & fees

9/10 Wonderful! (225 reviews)

Bundaberg Park Village

20 Childers Road Kensington QLD

￥13,401

￥14,741 total

Oct 1 - Oct 2

includes taxes & fees

7.2/10 Good! (70 reviews)

TOP 1 MOTEL ALLENSTOWN

134 Gladstone Rd Allenstown QLD

￥14,840

￥14,840 total

Oct 14 - Oct 15

includes taxes & fees

7.8/10 Good! (20 reviews)

Mid City Motor Inn

26 Goondoon St. Gladstone QLD

￥13,591

￥14,950 total

Oct 1 - Oct 2

includes taxes & fees

6.4/10 (327 reviews)

Kinka Palms Motel

934-940 Scenic Highway Kinka Beach QLD

￥15,800

￥17,499 total

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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. Oaks Gladstone Grand Hotel

3. 1770 Lagoons Central Apartment Resort

4. Lumina Motel

5. Discovery Parks - Tannum Sands

6. Reef Adventureland Motel

7. The Queens Hotel Gladstone

8. Aaron Motel

9. Gladstone Capricorn Apartments

10. Harbour Lodge Motel Gladstone

11. The Gladstone

12. Koorawatha Homestead Motel

13. Gladstone City Central Apartment Hotel

14. Heron Island Resort

15. CQ Motel Gladstone

16. Harbour Sails Motor Inn

17. Gladstone Reef Hotel Motel

18. The Club Hotel

19. Sandcastles 1770 Motel & Resort

20. Quality Resort Parkhurst

Vacation Rentals in Southern Great Barrier Reef

1770 Holiday Village

Gladstone City Central Apartment Hotel

1770 Beach Shacks

Highpoint International

South Gladstone Motel

Edge on Beaches Agnes Waters 1770

Capricorn Caves - Caravan Park

Pavillions on 1770

Central Studio Accommodation

Rosslyn Bay Resort

Splitters Farm

Gladstone Central Plaza

Discovery Parks - Bargara

Kellys Beach Resort

Pacific Reef by Kacys

Stay near popular Southern Great Barrier Reef attractions

Keppel Bay Marina

Bargara Beach

1770 Marina

Agnes Water Beach

Gladstone Marina

Kelly's Beach

Nissan Navara Arena

Mon Repos Turtle Centre

Learn more about Southern Great Barrier Reef

Top Southern Great Barrier Reef Hotel Reviews

Quality Resort Parkhurst

Don Pancho by the Beach

Kellys Beach Resort

Empire Apartment Hotel

True Blue Motor Inn

Coral Inn Boutique Motel

The Gladstone

Heron Island Resort

Discovery Parks - Rockhampton

More cheap stays in Southern Great Barrier Reef

Gin Gin Budget Accommodation

AAOK Riverdale Caravan Park

Bundaberg Park Village

TOP 1 MOTEL ALLENSTOWN

Mid City Motor Inn

Kinka Palms Motel

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