Kawana
Rockhampton
Popular places to visit
Rockhampton Botanic Gardens and Zoo
Gaze in awe at towering fig trees or find tranquility amid the ferns in this heritage-listed garden, which also features a zoo that showcases native and exotic wildlife.
Capricorn Caves
Weave your way around a fascinating complex of caves, where you’ll find an eerie cathedral, a rock-climbing course and wildlife amid the geological wonders.
Rockhampton Heritage Village
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Rockhampton Heritage Village during your travels in Rockhampton. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.
Aboriginal Dreamtime Cultural Centre
Enjoy an outing to Aboriginal Dreamtime Cultural Centre during your stay in Rockhampton. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.
Kershaw Gardens
Find out about the history of Rockhampton when you take a trip to Kershaw Gardens. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.
Mount Etna Caves National Park
Explore the great outdoors at Mount Etna Caves National Park, a lovely green space in Rockhampton. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.
Things to do
Capricorn Caves, Australia: 45-Minute Cathedral Cave Tour
Capricorn Caves: 120 Minute Capricorn Adventurer Tour
Queensland: 90 Minute Capricorn Caves Explorer Tour
Capricorn Caves Cathedral Cave Tour
Capricorn Caves Capricorn Explorer
Kawana Hotel Deals
Quality Resort Parkhurst
The room was very clean. Batbroom, spotless!! Tue room was easy to navigate to and the pool was great. Price was competitive against other properties but was way nicer! Slightly out of town in parkhurst, but we liked that about it
Reviewed on Mar 29, 2026
The Cosmopolitan Motel and Serviced Apartments
Free laundry
Reviewed on Mar 24, 2026
Empire Apartment Hotel
Very clean and spacious room. Toiletries amazing. Kitchen works well. Staff very friendly. Have no negatives to report
Reviewed on Mar 23, 2026
Discovery Parks - Rockhampton
Fun for all ages! I stayed here with my husband, mum and 18 month old daughter and it was the perfect choice of accomodation. Our cabin was clean, safe for a toddler to run around in, has a bath and a shower, 3 bedrooms (with comfortable beds), air con in every room along with fans, a very useable ...
Reviewed on Mar 12, 2026
Centrepoint Motor Inn
The room was clean but a bit old. Central location to shops/ food. The staff are incredibly nice and welcoming going out of their way to help.
Reviewed on Mar 29, 2026
Denison Boutique Hotel
Great air con, beautiful old building, easy going staff. Our go to in Rocky. Love the spa and decor.
Reviewed on Mar 28, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Kawana
Park Avenue
You'll enjoy the restaurants and gardens in Park Avenue. You might want to make time for a stop at Stockland Shopping Centre or Kershaw Gardens.
Wandal
If you're spending some time in Wandal, Rockhampton Showgrounds and 2nd World War Memorial Aquatic Centre are top sights worth seeing.
Berserker
You'll enjoy the riverfront and shopping in Berserker. You might want to make time for a stop at Stockland Shopping Centre or Mt Archer.
Norman Gardens
Unique features of Norman Gardens include the shopping and bars. Make a stop by Mount Archer National Park or Zamia Walk Trailhead while you're exploring the area.
Parkhurst
Parkhurst is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Rockhampton Heritage Village and Aboriginal Dreamtime Cultural Centre.
Rockhampton City
If you're spending some time in Rockhampton City, Archer Park Station & Steam Train Museum and Pilbeam Theatre are top sights worth seeing.
