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

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

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

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

1. Mantra Gladstone

Barney Point

Robert

CA $168

CA $185 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

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

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

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.

2. 1770 Lagoons Central Apartment Resort

Agnes Water

Barry

CA $155

CA $170 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

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

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

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

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

3. Discovery Parks - Tannum Sands

Tannum Sands

Pai

CA $111

CA $123 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 28 - Oct 29

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

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

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

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

4. Lumina Motel

South Gladstone

Robyn

CA $112

CA $125 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 16 - Oct 17

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

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.

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

5. Heron Island Resort

Heron Island

Tania

CA $255

CA $281 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 17 - Oct 18

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 with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and multiple balconies.

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

6. Harbour Sails Motor Inn

Gladstone Central

Michael

CA $131

CA $146 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

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

7. Reef Adventureland Motel

Tannum Sands

Kim

CA $161

CA $178 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

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

8. Koorawatha Homestead Motel

Bororen

Michelle

CA $159

CA $177 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 22 - Oct 23

A covered outdoor area with a pool, surrounded by greenery and a brick building.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, a seating area, and a large potted plant.

A modern indoor space with a long counter, seating area, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a black countertop, a microwave, a refrigerator, and a sink.

9. Parklands Resort Calliope

Calliope

Kerry

CA $102

CA $113 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 3 - Oct 4

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

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.

A bar with a variety of liquor bottles and glasses.

10. The Queens Hotel Gladstone

Gladstone Central

Rodney

CA $146

CA $162 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

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

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

11. Aaron Motel

West Gladstone

Roy

CA $117

CA $130 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 21 - Oct 22

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

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

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

A rooftop pool area with a table and chairs, surrounded by a fence and potted plants.

12. Gladstone Downtown Central Apartment Hotel

Gladstone Central

Mark

CA $100

CA $110 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 7 - Oct 8

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

13. Harbour Lodge Motel Gladstone

Gladstone Central

Anthony

CA $92

CA $102 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

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.

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

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

14. The Gladstone

Gladstone Central

Centaine

CA $125

CA $137 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 16 - Oct 17

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

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

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.

15. Gladstone Capricorn Apartments

Gladstone Central

Sally-Anne

CA $104

CA $114 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

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

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

A rooftop terrace with a clear view of the cityscape, equipped with multiple air conditioning units and seating areas.

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

16. Oaks Gladstone Grand Hotel

Gladstone Central

Richard Willem

CA $143

CA $157 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 3 - Oct 4

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

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

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.

17. CQ Motel Gladstone

Gladstone Central

Ryan

CA $132

CA $146 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 16 - Oct 17

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

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

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

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

18. Sandcastles 1770 Motel & Resort

Agnes Water

Anna

CA $185

CA $205 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

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.

19. 1770 Southern Cross Travellers Retreat

Agnes Water

Anthony

CA $139

CA $139 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 13 - Oct 14

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.

20. Gladstone Reef Hotel Motel

Gladstone Central

Amanda

CA $120

CA $133 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 24 - Oct 25

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Cabin

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.

A compact kitchenette with a refrigerator, microwave, and a flat-screen TV.

1770 Holiday Village

Seventeen Seventy

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

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

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

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

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.

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

A cozy living room with a sofa, two wicker chairs, a coffee table, and a television.

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

1770 Beach Shacks

Seventeen Seventy

"Great stay"

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

South Gladstone Motel

South Gladstone

"Check in was very flexible and accommodating."

Camping

An underground church with wooden pews and stone walls.

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.

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

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

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

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

Oaks Gladstone Grand Hotel

Gladstone Central

"Good location and value with great staff hospitality"

Apartment

A covered outdoor deck with a table and chairs, overlooking a landscaped garden and a street.

A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a double sink, a built-in oven, and a refrigerator.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, red chairs, a TV, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

A residential property with multiple buildings, including a large house with a balcony and a smaller attached structure. There are cars parked in front, and the property is surrounded by lush greenery and a beach in the background.

Sunset Cabins 1770

Seventeen Seventy

"We stayed in Cabin no:1 which had beautiful garden & beach views from the front deck. There was a bbq, outdoor setting and a bench with stools which was perfect for sitting back relaxing with a drink or two. Inside was clean, spacious and well equipped with a washing machine & dryer if needed. 1770 Sunset Cabins is perfect for a quiet, relaxing getaway."

Aparthotel

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

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

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

A modern kitchen with a central island, a dining area with wooden furniture, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

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 modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and a TV. There is a kitchen area with bar stools and a dining table.

A modern living room with a marble dining table, a sofa, and a TV.

A beach with a rocky shoreline, clear blue sky, and a tree with green foliage.

A swimming pool with a blue and white tiled edge, surrounded by white walls and a blue planter.

Koola Beach Apartments Bargara

Bargara

"Great location to the beach. Well equipped room & safe underground parking"

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 hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table, a nightstand, a mirror, 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.

Gladstone Central Plaza

Gladstone Central

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

Camping

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

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

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.

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

Splitters Farm

Sharon

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

Aparthotel

A balcony with a view of the sea and mountains.

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.

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

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."

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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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Top Southern Great Barrier Reef Hotel Reviews

Don Pancho by the Beach

10/10 Excellent

"Fantastic location and a back door to the beach. Clean and quiet albeit the renovation noise at the time but will definitely stay again."

The Gladstone

10/10 Excellent

"Always enjoy my stay here when I visit."

Quality Resort Parkhurst

10/10 Excellent

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

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"

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

CA $83

CA $91 total

Oct 11 - Oct 12

includes taxes & fees

7.8/10 Good! (103 reviews)

Mid City Motor Inn

26 Goondoon St. Gladstone QLD

CA $108

CA $118 total

Oct 16 - Oct 17

includes taxes & fees

6.4/10 (327 reviews)

AAOK Riverdale Caravan Park

6 Perry Street Bundaberg North QLD

CA $108

CA $119 total

Oct 6 - Oct 7

includes taxes & fees

9/10 Wonderful! (225 reviews)

TOP 1 MOTEL ALLENSTOWN

134 Gladstone Rd Allenstown QLD

CA $120

CA $120 total

Oct 16 - Oct 17

includes taxes & fees

7.8/10 Good! (20 reviews)

Bundaberg Park Village

20 Childers Road Kensington QLD

CA $111

CA $123 total

Oct 7 - Oct 8

includes taxes & fees

7.2/10 Good! (70 reviews)

Kinka Palms Motel

934-940 Scenic Highway Kinka Beach QLD

CA $142

CA $157 total

Oct 21 - Oct 22

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. 1770 Lagoons Central Apartment Resort

3. Discovery Parks - Tannum Sands

4. Lumina Motel

5. Heron Island Resort

6. Harbour Sails Motor Inn

7. Reef Adventureland Motel

8. Koorawatha Homestead Motel

9. Parklands Resort Calliope

10. The Queens Hotel Gladstone

11. Aaron Motel

12. Gladstone Downtown Central Apartment Hotel

13. Harbour Lodge Motel Gladstone

14. The Gladstone

15. Gladstone Capricorn Apartments

16. Oaks Gladstone Grand Hotel

17. CQ Motel Gladstone

18. Sandcastles 1770 Motel & Resort

19. 1770 Southern Cross Travellers Retreat

20. Gladstone Reef Hotel Motel

Vacation Rentals in Southern Great Barrier Reef

1770 Holiday Village

Edge on Beaches Agnes Waters 1770

Gladstone City Central Apartment Hotel

1770 Beach Shacks

South Gladstone Motel

Capricorn Caves - Caravan Park

Highpoint International

Central Studio Accommodation

Oaks Gladstone Grand Hotel

Sunset Cabins 1770

Pavillions on 1770

Koola Beach Apartments Bargara

Gladstone Central Plaza

Splitters Farm

Rosslyn Bay Resort

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

Don Pancho by the Beach

The Gladstone

Quality Resort Parkhurst

Kellys Beach Resort

Empire Apartment Hotel

True Blue Motor Inn

Coral Inn Boutique Motel

Heron Island Resort

Discovery Parks - Rockhampton

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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