The Spa Hotel Guide 
A list by Tomas Mazowski.
This guide was last updated in December 2022. Hey! Indulge in the ultimate pampering experience at one of these luxurious spa hotels. Designed to provide relaxation, rejuvenation, and tranquility, these properties offer an array of wellness services that range from massages and facials to yoga classes and meditation sessions. To make your search for the perfect spa hotel in in Queensland easier, I've compiled this list of top-rated properties for your consideration. So sit back, relax, and explore your options - your ultimate wellness retreat awaits!
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1 The Bearded Dragon Boutique Hotel Tamborine Mountain, Australia
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The Bearded Dragon Hotel is set on 110 acres of native countryside in the Gold Coast. The property features a billiards table and free parking.
All rooms at Mt. Tamborine's Bearded Dragon are air conditioned, and offer tea and coffee making facilities. Each room comes with a TV and DVD player. Shared laundry facilities are available.
The Bearded Dragon provides free entertainment, including a crocodile and dragon show and cane toad racing. The tour desk can help guests with travel arrangements. In-room massage services are available upon request.
Guests can enjoy a traditional Australian pub meal in the Bearded Dragon Restaurant. A range of bottled and tap beers are available. The veranda is the perfect place to enjoy views of Mt. Tamborine with a glass of local wine.
The hotel is a scenic 50-minute drive from Brisbane or the Gold Coast. Albert River Winery is just a 6-minute drive away. There are a number of art galleries located within 15 minutes’ drive.
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2 South Pacific Resort & Spa Noosa Noosaville, Australia
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Set amongst 5 acres of beautifully landscaped gardens, guests at South Pacific Resort & Spa can choose from 4 lagoon-style pools, or relax with a variety of treatments from the spa and wellness centre. Each apartment at the resort features a private balcony.
South Pacific Resort is 4 km away from Main Beach, Noosa. You can visit Noosa Springs Golf Course or catch the free shuttle service to Hastings Street, both a 5-minute drive from the property. The resort is a 20-minute drive from the Sunshine Coast Airport.
Featuring wooden flooring and furnishings, all apartments include reverse-cycle air-conditioning, a full kitchen and laundry facilities. A living room with cable TV and DVD player are provided. Guests receive 24-hours of free WiFi per stay.
South Pacific Resort & Spa Noosa has a tennis court, sauna and a barbecue area. Bookings can be made for day trips and excursions at the tour desk. Famous and popular with locals Izzy Chai Restaurant & Bar offers authentic Thai Cuisine. Open Tuesday to Sunday for lunch and dinner. They also offer a take-away menu. Aldi supermarket, a cafe, bakery and two restaurants are within 300 metres of the resort.
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3 Noosa Springs Golf & Spa Resort Noosa Heads, Australia
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Featuring an 18-hole championship golf course, Noosa Springs Golf & Spa Resort offers self-contained apartments, plus a fitness centre, heated swimming pool, day spa and an award-winning restaurant.
Nestled on the serene shores of Lake Weyba next to Noosa National Par.
These spacious open-plan apartments are located close to the clubhouse and other recreation facilities.
Relish Restaurant specialises in modern Australian and Mediterranean cuisine. Guests can dine in air-conditioned comfort or al fresco with views across the rolling fairways of the golf course.
Noosa Springs Spa offers a range of relaxing treatments in peaceful bushland. Tennis courts and fitness classes are also available for guests at Noosa Springs Golf & Spa Resort.
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4 Hibiscus Resort And Spa - Official Onsite Management Port Douglas, Australia
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The boutique-style Hibiscus Resort and Spa features spacious suites and tropical gardens only 300-metres from Four Mile Beach. The tropical-themed accommodation each feature a balcony offering lovely pool and garden views
There is a great selection of large open-plan studio accommodation or spacious one-bedroom suites available, many of which have a spa bath. All include an outdoor dining area overlooking the property.
Guests can relax by the hotel’s pools or enjoy a massage or treatment at the Hibiscus Spa.
The Hibiscus Resort & Spa is a couple of minutes' walk from the main shopping area in Port Douglas Village. It is an ideal base for exploring the Great Barrier Reef and Daintree Rainforest.
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5 Niramaya Villas and Spa Port Douglas, Australia
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Offering luxurious villas with free WiFi, a private plunge pool and a patio with a BBQ, Niramaya Villas and Spa is just 10 minutes’ walk from Four Mile Beach. Guests enjoy a restaurant, a bar and a 30-metre pool.
All villas boast lake or garden views, a kitchen and a lounge area with a flat-screen TV and a DVD player. Each offers an outdoor shower, a bathtub and quality guest toiletries. Some villas also include a spa bath.
Bordered by rainforest gardens, Niramaya Villas are a 5-minute drive from Port Douglas and a 15-minute drive from Mossman Gorge. Palm Cove is 35 minutes’ drive away.
You can work-out in the fitness centre or play a game of tennis. The Niramaya Spa offers soothing massages and treatments. The tour desk books Great Barrier Reef cruises and Daintree Rainforest tours.
Niramaya Restaurant & Bar is a seasonal restaurant located on the grounds of Niramaya Villas and Spa. Guests are also welcome to self-cater in their villa.
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6 Q1 Resort & Spa - Official Gold Coast, Australia
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Stay in the heart of Gold Coast.
Q1 Resort & Spa’s Skypoint Observation Deck rises 230 metres above Surfers Paradise, with 360° views over the Gold Coast hinterland, Pacific Ocean and Byron Bay. Recreation options include the Q1 Spa, heated lap pool, two lagoon swimming pools, steam and sauna rooms, a well equipped gymnasium, BBQ facilities and even a mini movie theater.
Each apartment feature a kitchen with oven, stove top and fridge, laundry facilities and a TV with cable channels. All accommodation features ensuite bathrooms, a spa bath, complementary WiFi as well as access to free on-site parking. Some also offer a balcony or ocean views.
Q1 Resort and Spa now offers a Presidential Penthouse, taking up an entire level and boasting a swimming pool, two roof-top balconies, and views of the Pacific Ocean, Gold Coast and beyond. There is a sauna and a private theater with lounges, a TV and surround-sound.
There are 4 restaurants on-site, namely Asami Teppanyaki, Skypoint Observation Deck - Bistro & Bar, Longboards Eatery & Bar and Osaka Kaiten Sushi.
Limited Chinese speaking staff are available.
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7 Peppers Beach Club & Spa Palm Cove, Australia
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Located directly on the beach, Peppers Beach Club is a luxury resort in Palm Cove, offering elegant rooms, great leisure facilities and a fantastic spa pool in a tropical garden setting. WiFi and in-house movies are included.
Peppers Beach Club and Spa is now providing guests with access to the latest release movies with two latest release movie channels and a designated children’s movie channel.
Choose between comfortable guest rooms or the larger suites which have a separate living/dining area and a fully equipped kitchen. All units have a balcony or terrace overlooking the ocean, pools or gardens.
Facilities at Peppers include 3 swimming pools, a tennis court and a fitness centre. The beachside restaurant is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner and serves modern Australian cuisine.
Peppers Beach Club & Spa is within easy reach of the Daintree Rainforest and the Great Barrier Reef. A great choice of day trips are available, as well as scuba diving, deep-sea fishing and rainforest walks.
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8 Pullman Palm Cove Sea Temple Resort & Spa Palm Cove, Australia
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The 5-star Pullman Palm Cove Resort & Spa is located on the beachfront of Palm Cove, a 25-minute drive from Cairns. It offers luxurious studios and apartments and features a spa and an outdoor swimming pool.
Guests can choose from a wide range of health and beauty treatments at Vie Spa, which has outdoor verandas leading onto a man-made rain forest.
Pullman Palm Cove Sea Temple Resort & Spa provides fully furnished studio rooms and apartments with spa baths and private balconies or terraces. Some apartments feature luxurious swim-outs and private plunge pools.
Temple of Taste serves modern Australian cuisine in a stylish setting. The Lagoon Bar is surrounded by water features and swimming pools, and offers a large selection of beverages.
Pullman Palm Cove Resort provides a great base from where guests can start exploring the Daintree Rainforest and The Great Barrier Reef. Cairns Airport is only 17 km away.
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9 Pullman Port Douglas Sea Temple Resort and Spa Port Douglas, Australia
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This 5-star resort is situated on the secluded beachfront of Four Mile Beach, close to Alexandra Reefs. It offers a large lagoon pool with a bar, an 18-hole golf course, fitness centre and a hot tub.
Sea Temple Resort & Spa Port Douglas provides a variety of large, luxury studio rooms and apartments, each with tea/coffee making facilities, a hairdryer and a complimentary bathroom and amenities kit. Each features a private bathroom, cable TV and a minibar.
Sea Temple’s restaurant overlooks the lagoon pool serves meals and drinks in a relaxed environment. Special children's menus can be arranged for the little ones.
Sea Temple Resort & Spa Port Douglas is a 2-minute drive from the Sea Temple Golf & Country Club. The property is located 50 km from Cairns Airport.
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10 Castaways Resort & Spa On Mission Beach Mission Beach, Australia
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Ideally located to explore the Great Barrier Reef and World Heritage Wet Tropics Rainforest, Castaways Resort & Spa is a luxurious beachfront escape on Mission Beach.
Castaways Resort & Spa On Mission Beach is comprised of two centrally located properties. The absolute beachfront property features rooms and apartments with unrivalled ocean views and direct access to a 14 km long beautiful, white sandy beach. Located 100 metres up the road, the rainforest property features economy rooms nestled amongst lush internal rainforest gardens.
Both properties provide access to 3 swimming pools, Drift Day Spa, Bibesia Cocktail Bar & Restaurant and an in-house fitness centre.
The property is located in Mission Beach, a 90-minute drive south of Cairns. Mission Beach boasts a great variety of activities with over 20 nearby islands, white-water rafting, snorkelling and scuba-diving reef trips, skydiving over the beach, crocodile spotting, whale tours, chocolate tours and more.
Castaways Resort offers wedding facilities, corporate event facilities, function and event facilities. There is also a Wedding and Events coordinator to help you if you are organising your special day.
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11 Elysian Retreat - All Inclusive, Adult Only Retreat, Whitsunday Islands Long Island, Australia
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Surrounded by rainforest and the Great Barrier Reef, Elysian Retreat is a 3 hectare private cove offering accommodation which focuses largely on sustainability and the importance of protecting and preserving natural assets and reducing waste. Located on the Southern Point of Long Island in Paradise Bay, Elysian Retreat offers beach front bungalows, a day spa, an outdoor magnesium pool and restaurant.
The chefs daily changing menu is inspired by the natural surroundings of Long Island and the Whitsundays, using the freshest seasonal produce sourced from the Island’s own vegetable garden and from nearby surrounding farming regions. Fresh prawns, Moreton Bay bugs and tropical rock lobsters are just some of local delicacies sourced from local fisherman or suppliers.
The day spa at Elysian Retreat is committed to sustainable and holistic practices and uses high quality organic, botanical and wildcrafted ingredients for treatments. The expert therapists align therapeutic and luxurious treatments to suit each guest. Treatments include whole body skin therapies, massage, facials and reflexology.
The retreat boasts inclusions such as 3 gourmet meals daily. Guests can enjoy complimentary activities at the property such as snorkelling, paddleboarding, kayaking and yoga, with free use of water sports equipment.
Shute Harbour and Hamilton Island is 12 km away from the property, while Whitehaven beach is 20 km away.
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12 Orpheus Island Lodge Orpheus Island, Australia
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Offering luxurious accommodation with free Wi-Fi at the lodge, free meals and a private patio boasting stunning Coral Sea views, Orpheus Island Lodge is surrounded by serene, white sand beaches and 1,368 hectares of National Park.
Guests can take a dip in an infinity pool or relax with a unique, indigenous-inspired treatment at the Gwandalan Day Spa. The resort has a bar and restaurant with an alfresco-style dining area. Accommodation rates include all gourmet meals prepared by the head chef, using local produce and fresh seafood.
Located just 80 km north of Townsville, Orpheus Island offers a secluded paradise escape set on the waters of the Great Barrier Reef. It is a 30-minute scenic helicopter ride from Townsville Airport or a 1.5 hour ride from Cairns. The surrounding World Heritage-listed Marine Park boasts snorkelling and diving with over a thousand species of tropical reef fish.
Each of the refurbished beachfront rooms offer bright and modern décor, a 32-inch LED flat-screen TV and an iPod docking station. Crisp white bed linens and Li’tya guest amenities are provided.
Your inclusions feature activities such as a daily Orpheus experience, which includes snorkelling, fishing, and island cruises.
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13 Spicers Peak Lodge Maryvale, Australia
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Perched at the peak of an 8000-acre property, Spicers Peak Lodge boasts luxurious, secluded suites with stunning mountain views. There are private lodges with an infinity spa pool or hot tub and views into the valley below and Main Range National Park.
Most suites are equipped with wood fireplaces, LED TVs, marble bathrooms with Appelles toiletries and minibars with complimentary snacks.
Meals and selected beverages are included as well as complimentary daily activities.
Guests can choose to pamper themselves at the day spa, relax by the infinity pool with a cocktail or challenge a partner to a game of tennis or lawn games.
The property is surrounded by Australian wildlife with bush walks and mountain bike trails available. The lodge is located in the heart of the Scenic Rim region, and it is only a 2-hour drive to the south west of Brisbane.
The Peak Restaurant offers a variety of light lunch options, and an indulgent 5 course degustation dinner.
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14 The Calile Hotel Brisbane, Australia
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Located in the city of Brisbane, with direct access to restaurants, shopping and bars, The Calile Hotel features an outdoor pool, fitness centre and spa facilities. You can complete your Brisbane experience with visits to the city’s art galleries, museums and the CBD, all within a short drive from the property.
The Calile Hotel offers generous guest rooms, including city and pool view rooms. Each room is designed with the guest experience in mind, with most offering an individual balcony or terrace and all featuring Chromecast and Bluetooth sound bar, automated blackout blinds, Grown Alchemist bathroom amenities, a locally curated minibar, 55 inch UHD television and complimentary WiFi.
Create memorable moments in time at The Calile Hotel. Enjoy the many facilities at the property, including the four on site restaurants Lobby Bar, Hellenika, SK Steak & Oyster and Sushi Room. Relax with a cocktail in a poolside cabana or at the hotel's spa facilities, which provide a holistic wellness experience with modern approaches to skin health, medical aesthetics and beauty essentials.
Museum of Brisbane is 2.6 km from The Calile Hotel, while Queensland Art Gallery is 4.3 km away. Brisbane Airport is 14 km from the property.
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15 Emporium Hotel South Bank Brisbane, Australia
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Boasting a fitness centre and views of the river, Emporium Hotel South Bank is set in Brisbane, 400 metres from South Bank Parklands. This property is located a short distance from attractions such as Brisbane Exhibition Centre. It features a spa centre and a 24-hour front desk.
At the hotel, each room has a desk and a flat-screen TV. Rooms are complete with a private bathroom fitted with a shower and free toiletries, while some rooms at Emporium Hotel South Bank also provide guests with a balcony. All rooms have a wardrobe.
City Botanical Gardens is an 11-minute walk from the accommodation. The nearest airport is Brisbane Airport, 14 km from Emporium Hotel South Bank.
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16 The Darling at The Star Gold Coast Gold Coast, Australia
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Located in Gold Coast, 750 metres from Kurrawa Beach, The Darling at The Star Gold Coast provides accommodation with a restaurant, free private parking, an outdoor swimming pool and a fitness centre. Each accommodation at the 5-star hotel has garden views, and guests can enjoy access to a bar and to a casino. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk, room service and currency exchange for guests.
Guest rooms are equipped with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a fridge, a kettle, a shower, a hairdryer and a desk. At the hotel each room is fitted with a wardrobe and a private bathroom.
The accommodation offers 5-star accommodation with a sauna and terrace.
Popular points of interest near The Darling at The Star Gold Coast include Broadbeach, Mermaid Beach and The Star Gold Coast. The nearest airport is Gold Coast Airport, 19 km from the hotel.
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17 Daintree Ecolodge Daintree, Australia
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The Daintree Ecolodge is nestled in the heart of the magnificent World Heritage-listed Daintree Rainforest and offers boutique eco-luxury accommodation in a breathtaking environment of refugial habitats, native flora and fauna, authentic Indigenous culture and sacred and striking diversity.
The Daintree Rainforest is a rare jewel in the crown of Mother Nature believed to be over 180 million years old and the lodge’s 15 bayans (treehouses) are immersed in the rainforest canopy allowing guests to reconnect with nature and loved ones in a lush tropical setting.
Rise to the sound of the birds in the canopy above, take in the majesty of the enchanted rainforest and discover the lodge’s sacred private waterfall, escape the hustle and bustle of daily life and rejuvenate your mind, body and soul at the Daintree Wellness Spa and dine on locally-inspired seasonal menus bursting with the freshest and most sustainable ingredients at the onsite Julaymba Restaurant.
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18 Crystalbrook Riley Cairns, Australia
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Centrally located at the northern end of Cairns iconic waterfront Esplanade, Crystalbrook Riley features 311 stylish rooms and suites, three restaurants and bars including Cairns’ highest rooftop bar, Rocco, an expansive lagoon pool and private beach, the stunning Eléme Day Spa, functions and events spaces for up to 400 people and a 24-hour fitness centre.
This 5-star property is set a short distance from attractions such as the Centre of Contemporary Arts, the Cairns Performing Arts Centre, and Cairns Hospital. The property is a 10-minute walk from the Great Barrier Reef Departure Terminal and a 7-minute drive from Flecker Botanic Gardens. The nearest airport is Cairns Airport, 5 km from the property.
Most of Riley’s contemporary rooms and suites have spacious balconies. Family rooms have two bedrooms and two bathrooms, while suites and rooms have a mix of urban, resort and sea views. Each room features its own Apple iPad control centre complete with healthy living apps, a 55-inch Smart TV, Staycast by Google for video streaming, access to hundreds of complimentary movies and box sets, blackout blinds, a rainforest shower head and Nespresso coffee machine with recyclable pods. All public and in-room areas are equipped with free Wi-Fi.
Breakfast is served daily at the property. Enjoy modern dining at Paper Crane restaurant and bar or indulge in 24-hour in-room dining from 6 November, 2018. Greenfields and Rocco, Cairns’ highest rooftop bar, will be open for guests to enjoy at the property from December 2018.
You can lounge poolside in a cabana or at Riley’s man-made beach, or do laps in the lap pool. There is also a 24-hour fitness centre at the property. Watch one of 200 free recent release movies or stream straight from your in-room Apple iPad. You can also book your trip to the Reef or beyond from the interactive lobby tour space.
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19 InterContinental Hayman Island Resort, an IHG Hotel Hayman Island, Australia
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A tropical oasis of white sandy beaches, lush palm trees and sparkling waters awaits you at InterContinental Hotels - Hayman Island Resort. This private island is located in the Whitsundays, in the heart of the pristine Great Barrier Reef.
Guests can experience elegant resort living in luxurious and modern accommodation, with all rooms featuring a private balcony and sea or garden views. Free WiFi and complimentary breakfast are included.
The spa is a blissful sanctuary, dedicated to personal pampering including facials, body wraps and massages. Also on offer are a state-of-the-art fitness centre, tennis court and swimming pool.
The resort features 5 restaurants with Italian, Asian and modern Australian cuisines. For a private dining experience you can enjoy a romantic twilight dinner or gourmet beach picnic.
Hayman Island is a scenic 55-minute boat cruise from Hamilton Island or a 15-minute flight by helicopter or sea plane. Inter-island excursions, and diving, snorkeling and fishing adventures can be arranged.
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20 The Westin Brisbane Brisbane, Australia
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Stay in the heart of Brisbane.
Boasting an outdoor swimming pool, 24-hour fitness centre and spa facilities, The Westin Brisbane is located in the heart of Brisbane CBD, surrounded by a variety of restaurants, cafes, shopping and amenities. The hotel has an on site resturant and a pool bar. The City Botanic Gardens are located just 350 metres from the property.
All guest rooms at The Westin Brisbane feature an air-conditioning, a flat-screen TV and coffee machine. The private bathroom includes free toiletries and a hairdryer and there are ironing facilities for your convenience. Some rooms at the hotel feature city or partial river views.
The Charles' is a bar and cafe offering International cuisine and a menu of cocktails, craft beers and wines. You can swim up and relax at Nautilus Pool Bar, with a variety of drinks on offer.
Heavenly Spa by Westin offers a large range of treatments and services such as facials, massages, manicures/pedicures and therapy baths.
Queensland Performing Arts Centre (QPAC) is 2.3 km from The Westin Brisbane, while the Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary is 14 km away. Brisbane Airport is 16 km from the property.
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21 RACV Royal Pines Resort Gold Coast Gold Coast, Australia
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Located just 12 minutes’ drive from the centre of Surfers Paradise, this 100-hectare resort is set on a 27-hole championship golf course with driving range. Guests can choose between 5 restaurants. Opened in April 2016, children can enjoy the new water park area boasting 3 waterslides, a separate toddler's pool and various water activities.
Guests at RACV Royal Pines Resort can unwind in the outdoor lagoon pool with timber decking and children’s slide. There are also 5 tennis courts, a fitness centre, children’s playground and a new Day Spa. Refurbished conference facilities are also available.
All rooms are spacious and include individually controlled air conditioning, cable TV and a minibar. Tea/coffee making facilities are provided. Most rooms also have a balcony.
RACV Royal Pines is less than 5 minutes' drive from Metricon Stadium. Wet'n'Wild Water World and Warner Bros Movie World are both 20 minutes' drive away.
Dining options at Royal Pines Resort Gold Coast range from a family-friendly Italian restaurant to traditional Japanese dining. Guests can enjoy light meals and drinks by the poolside.
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22 O'Reilly's Rainforest Retreat Canungra, Australia
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Set in the World Heritage-listed Lamington National Park, O'Reilly's offers accommodation overlooking the rainforest and mountains. Complimentary guided bird walks are offered daily and the iconic Tree Top Walk is free of charge.
Guests can enjoy a swim in the outdoor infinity pool, or relax in the hot tub. O'Reilly's Retreat also offers a library with a fireplace and a kids room.
All Retreat rooms have a refrigerator and tea/coffee making facilities. There are no TV's or telephones in the rooms. The Villas are air-conditioned and include a fully equipped kitchen, flat-screen satellite TV, spa bat and a BBQ on the deck overlooking the mountains or the rainforest.
O'Reilly's is 90 minutes’ drive from Coolangatta Airport. Brisbane’s city centre is 2 hours from O'Reilly's and the Gold Coast is a 90-minute drive.
O'Reilly's Dining Room specialises in hearty meals, including lamb shanks and pork belly. The Rainforest Bar features an extensive wine list and stunning mountain views.
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23 Saltwater Villas - Pet Friendly Accommodation Mooloolaba, Australia
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Located in the heart of Mooloolaba, Saltwater Villas is a 5-minute walk to restaurants, cafes, and shops. Guests enjoy a swimming pool and free on-site parking. The property offers three Waterfront Villas, a Waterfront House, a Garden View Villa, and upstairs studio rooms with balconies, If you require a ground floor please ask if the ground studio is available.
The pet-friendly Mooloolaba Saltwater Villas are a 5-minute walk to Mooloolaba Beach and a 10-minute walk to Alexandra Headland Beach or Underwater World, Aussie World is a 15-minute drive away and Australia Zoo is a 35-minute drive. Pet Minding Available, aBond & fees apply.
The property also offers spa treatments massage, facials etc, as well as use of kayaks & SUP boards.
Each air-conditioned Waterfront Villa offers a full kitchen & Laundry, while the studio offers tea/coffee facility only with a balcony and a TV. The Waterfront house includes a private pool while the Villas have access to a shared pool.
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24 Palazzo Versace Gold Coast, Australia
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Palazzo Versace offers an exclusive waterfront setting, spectacular architecture, opulent accommodation, a design distinguished by Versace bespoke furnishings and Italian craftsmanship. It features award winning restaurants, fitness and wellbeing centre, a private marina, meeting and event facilities and the first water salon cabana experience in Australia.
The luxurious, 5-star Palazzo Versace also boasts 2 chic bars including Le Jardin, where you can try the latest cocktail, enjoy a high tea or relax with a coffee in the beautiful lobby.
All rooms and suites are decorated with Versace furnishings, luxurious fabrics and floor to ceiling windows. They also include private balconies, a cable TV, DVD player and bathrooms with spa baths.
The hotel has private valet parking and offers an airport transfer shuttle on request. Versace Palazzo is less than 10 minutes’ walk from Marina Mirage and Sea World.
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25 Sofitel Noosa Pacific Resort Noosa Heads, Australia
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Sofitel Noosa Pacific Resort features a central location on Hastings Street, just 1.6 km from Noosa National Park. It offers an on-site restaurant, a day spa and a heated outdoor pool. All studios have a private balcony with views of either Noosa Village, the resort’s pool, Noosa River or the beautiful Laguna Bay.
All studios have a kitchenette with a fridge and tea/coffee making facilities. Each also comes with a flat-screen TV with cable channels.
Aqua Day Spa boasts an extensive range of services with over 60 beauty and body treatments. The outdoor pool is surrounded by beautiful landscaped tropical gardens. You can approach the concierge team to assist you with dining recommendations and travel tips.
Experience modern European flavors with Noosa's flair for seasonal produce and local ingredients at Noosa Beach House Restaurant.
Sofitel Noosa Pacific Resort is 3 km from Noosa Springs Golf Course and a 25-minute drive from the Eumundi markets.
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26 Voco Gold Coast, an IHG Hotel Gold Coast, Australia
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Stay in the heart of Gold Coast.
Located in the centre of Surfers Paradise, voco Gold Coast features accommodation with ocean or hinterland views. It is located just a 4-minute walk from the beach and is surrounded by a variety of restaurants.
Guests at voco Gold Coast can enjoy a massage treatment at the L'Aqua Day Spa. There are 2 outdoor swimming pools, 2 spa tubs and a fitness centre and games room.
The modern, designer rooms enjoy ocean or river views and include a flat-screen TV, refrigerator or minibar and are fully air-conditioned. The en suite bathrooms are supplied with essential amenities and a hairdryer. Access to shared laundry facilities is available.
You can also pay a visit to Clifford's Grill & Lounge, boasting a centerpiece ten-burner grill that our culinary talent sets alight daily to fire up fresh meats, seafood and other staple favourites grilled to mouth-watering perfection. Wind down at the Social House, which has gaming, a cafe and a bar with tempting cocktails.
There is a 24 hour business centre and meeting rooms available. The hotel offers tours and ticket assistance.
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27 1770 Lagoons Central Apartment Resort Agnes Water, Australia
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Guests can enjoy the full resort experience as there is a lagoon-style swimming pool, a large jacuzzi, an award-winning day spa, and a restaurant and bar. A surf beach is a 3-minute walk away.
The air-conditioned, self-contained apartments include laundry facilities, kitchenettes, cable channels, and free WiFi in all areas. Parking is free. The apartment suites have a balcony or a terrace and some have their own hot tub.
This resort offers conference and event space and facilities.
Lagoons 1770 Resort & Spa just a 3-minute drive from the local airport and a 4-minute drive from the center of Agnes Water.
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28 Ramada Resort by Wyndham Port Douglas Port Douglas, Australia
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Just 10 minutes’ walk from Four Mile Beach, Ramada Resort by Wyndham Port Douglas is set amongst rainforest gardens and features a tropical lagoon pool with a swim-up bar.
The spacious hotel rooms are well appointed and come with a sofa bed, a flat screen TV, air-conditioning, bar fridge and tea/coffee.
The treehouse spa offers relaxing body treatments and massages, with a variety of options available from short treatments to week-long programs.
3Sixteen Bar & Bistro is open Thursday–Monday from 7am–8pm.Please note the restaurant is closed every Tuesday & Wednesday, including the swim up pool bar and room service
Overlooking the pool and waterfall, 3 Sixteen Bar & Bistro offers full breakfast, modern Australian cuisine and an extensive wine list.
Ramada Resort by Wyndham Port Douglas is 5 minutes’ drive from restaurants, cafes and shops. Regular resort shuttle services will take guests to the town centre for an additional charge. Ask the resort tour desk about a large selection of Port Douglas tours to Daintree Rainforest, Cape Tribulation and the Great Barrier Reef.
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29 Reef View Hotel Hamilton Island, Australia
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Located directly opposite Catseye Beach, Reef View Hotel features a restaurant, bar and outdoor swimming pool. Each room offers free WiFi and a private balcony overlooking the gardens or the Coral Sea. Free return Hamilton Island Airport transfers or marina to hotel transfers are included.
Reef View Hamilton Island offers modern rooms with a furnished balcony, plus a bathroom with a separate bath and shower. All rooms include air conditioning, a refrigerator and a flat-screen TV with Chinese TV channels available.
Buffet breakfast, light lunches and an à la carte dinner menu are served in the Pool Terrace Restaurant, overlooking the 35-metre heated swimming pool. The Reef Lounge offers a selection of beer and wine.
Guests have free access to the island’s fitness centre, sauna and tennis courts. Guests enjoy free use of all non-motorised water sports equipment, including windsurfing and snorkelling gear. Staff are able to converse in English and Chinese.
Free WiFi access is available at the Reef View Foyer & Lounge and at various areas throughout the property (download limits apply).
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30 Sofitel Brisbane Central Brisbane, Australia
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Stay in the heart of Brisbane.
Located in Brisbane's CBD (Central Business District), the 5-star Sofitel Brisbane Central features a day spa, an outdoor pool, indulgent rooms and an a la carte restaurant, Suzette Restaurant. It offers direct access to Central Railway Station, or Roma Street Station is just 800 metres away.
Brisbane City Hall and Treasury Casino are within a 15-minute walk of the Sofitel. The City Botanic Gardens are a 20-minute walk away.
Stephanies Spa Retreat offers several health and beauty treatments, including their signature cleansing treatment, the Opal Rasul Temple.
All rooms of Sofitel Brisbane Central are equipped with satellite TV, bathrobes and slippers, and a fully stocked mini-bar. Guests can also enjoy 24-hour in room dining, with a wide range of gourmet selections to choose from.
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31 Mercure Gold Coast Resort Gold Coast, Australia
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Located 10 minutes' drive from Gold Coast beaches, Surfers Paradise and The Star Casino, Mercure Gold Coast Resort offers 2 outdoor swimming pools, a fitness centre, sauna and 2 tennis courts.
All rooms features stylish modern décor, and open onto either a balcony or patio with views of the resort’s gardens, pool or golf course. Guests can also enjoy a poolside bar and snacks, an on-site bar and an a la carte restaurant.
The resort is surrounded by the lush greenery of Palm Meadows Golf Course, with 3 levels of resort accommodation, all easily accessible by stairs. It is situated 30 minutes' drive from Gold Coast Airport and an hour's drive from Brisbane.
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32 Rosslyn Bay Resort Yeppoon Yeppoon, Australia
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Overlooking the beautiful and secluded Kemp Beach, Rosslyn Bay Resort Yeppoon offers self-contained accommodation on the doorstep of Great Keppel Island. Facilities include a swimming pool and BBQ area.
Set amidst award-winning landscaped gardens, Rosslyn Bay Resort Yeppoon is just 45 minutes’ drive from Rockhampton Airport. Yeppoon town centre is 10 minutes’ drive away.
Guests have access to a coin-operated guest laundry. Free on-site covered car parking and free WiFi are provided.
Just metres from the sands of Kemp Beach and Rosslyn Bay harbour, Beaches Restaurant and Bar serves fresh seafood with an extensive wine list.
All apartments offer a kitchenette or kitchen, with either sea or garden views. Some have en suite bathrooms and most have a balcony. Bungalows with spa bath are available.
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33 Oaks Port Douglas Resort Port Douglas, Australia
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Set amongst lush tropical surroundings, Oaks Port Douglas Resort is ideally located a few minutes' walk from the famous Four Mile Beach. Guests can laze by the lagoon-style pool which features its own swim-up bar, relax with a massage in the onsite spa centre, or dine at one of the restaurants.
This hotel offers a choice of hotel rooms, one and two-bedroom apartments, all designed with tropical touches throughout. All have been refurbished and feature 42-inch LCD TVs and private balcony or patio overlooking the pool or tropical gardens.
Oaks Port Douglas Resort is your gateway to exploring everything sunny Port Douglas has to offer. One of the oldest rainforests in the world, the Daintree Rainforest is a 20-minute drive from the resort, while the Rainforest Habitat Wildlife Sanctuary is just 2.3 km away. You can also explore the iconic Great Barrier Reef nearby.
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34 Pullman Cairns International Cairns, Australia
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Pullman Cairns International is located in the centre of Cairns. All rooms have large balconies overlooking the harbour or mountains. Executive rooms offer a separate living and dining area.
The largest guest rooms in Cairns at over 40 square metres, beautifully appointed with premium décor, amenities and private balconies with views of the harbour or hinterland.
The outdoor swimming pool is surrounded by tropical gardens. Rejuvenate at the deluxe Vie Spa, offering body scrubs, massages, men's treatments and spa packages, in one of 10 treatment rooms.
Coco's Restaurant offers hot and cold buffet breakfast options and an à la carte dinner menu utilising the region’s best quality produce. The Lobby Bar serves exotic cocktails and delicious light snacks.
The Pullman Cairns is a 5-minute walk from Cairns Convention Centre. Cairns Pier is only 500 metres away.
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35 Heron Island Heron Island, Australia
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Located on the World-Heritage-listed Heron Island, this resort offers free snorkeling lessons in the outdoor pool and free guided reef walks.
Rooms at the Heron Island Resort feature bright living areas, which open onto balconies or terraces with forest or sea views. Each has a fridge and tea/coffee making facilities. All include beach towels and sun umbrellas.
Heron Island Resort has a day spa offering massages and facials. The tour desk organizes a variety of diving and snorkeling tours around many Great Barrier Reef locations. Shearwater Restaurant offers buffet and á la carte options with views over the Coral Sea. Guests can sip cocktails on the outdoor terrace or relax in the Pandanus Lounge.
Heron Island Resort is accessible by boat and helicopter from Gladstone. A coach service to/from Gladstone Airport is available.
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36 Mercure Clear Mountain Lodge Mount Samson, Australia
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Mercure Clear Mountain Lodge is located on a mountaintop and offers panoramic views of the Glasshouse Mountains, 35-minutes from Brisbane’s city centre. It boasts a day spa and an outdoor swimming pool.
The modern rooms of Mercure Clear Mountain Lodge are well-equipped with air conditioning and plasma TVs. All of the rooms have private balconies that feature picturesque views of the surrounding mountains and the Moreton Bay islands.
In Stephanie’s Mountain Spa you can relax with a range of soothing body and beauty treatments. The spa’s signature treatment is vine therapy, inspired by Mercure’s own vineyard.
You can enjoy international gourmet cuisine in Mercure’s restaurant, Mandy’s on the Mountain. The Lodge Bar offers a variety of drinks, and features an open fireplace.
Brisbane Airport is only 23 km away.
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37 Hilton Surfers Paradise Hotel & Residences Gold Coast, Australia
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Stay in the heart of Gold Coast.
Featuring Surfers Paradise skyline, Hilton Surfers Paradise offers hotel guest rooms and residences in different types. The property features city, ocean or Hiterland views with renowned Hilton services. Hilton Surfers Paradise is perfectly located for guest to explore Gold Coast and is just a 5-minute walk from the iconic Surfers Paradise Beach. There is also a direct access to the G:Link Tram.
Located between Orchid Avenue and Surfers Paradise Boulevard, there are a variety of shopping, dining and entertainment options around the area.
The hotel’s signature buffet breakfast is served daily at Catch Restaurant, while coffee, gourmet breakfast, all day dining, drinks and cocktails are served in Ms Margot’s Bar & Eats. On warmer days, The Deck Bar serves poolside cocktails and eats and the relaxing eforea spa offers rejuvenating treatments for face and body. Other facilities include four pools, a spa, a sauna, two fitness centres, a mini cinema and an Executive Lounge.
The guest rooms at Hilton Surfers Paradise has a work desk with internet access. The residences feature a separate living and dining area.
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38 The Kooralbyn Valley Kooralbyn, Australia
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Located in Kooralbyn in the Queensland Region, 38 km from Mount Tamborine, The Kooralbyn Valley features a year-round outdoor pool and spa centre. There is a restaurant and guests can have fun at the bowling alley. Free private parking is available on site.
Rooms have a flat-screen TV. Some units feature a seating area where you can relax. You will find a kettle in the room. All rooms have a private bathroom fitted with a bath or shower. Extras include free toiletries. The Kooralbyn Valley features free WiFi throughout the property.
You will find a gift shop at the property.
Guests can enjoy various activities in the surroundings, including golfing and fishing. The nearest airport is Gold Coast Airport, 66 km from the property.
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39 Beach Club Hamilton Island, Australia
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Boasting an infinity pool and a private beach area, this resort offers adult only, beachfront accommodation with free WiFi and free airport/hotel transfers. Each room has a private balcony with stunning Coral Sea views.
Surrounded by tropical gardens, Beach Club offers a free chauffeur service to take guests around Hamilton Island. Guests can make use of the free water sports equipment, including windsurfing and snorkelling. Staff are able to converse in English and Chinese.
Overlooking the palm-fringed pool, Beach Club Restaurant offers à la carte dining and creative cocktails. There are also a number of restaurants within a 5-minute walk.
The stylish, adult only rooms have flat-screen cable TV, an iPod dock and a DVD player. The private bathroom has a bathrobe, hairdryer and guest toiletries. Chinese TV channels are available.
Hamilton Island Beach Club is only 1 km from the Great Barrier Reef Airport. Dent Island is a 5-minute ferry ride away. This property offers spa and wellness packages.
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40 Kondalilla Eco Resort Montville, Australia
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Offering secluded accommodation surrounded by rainforest, Kondalilla Eco Resort is 5 minutes' drive from the town centre. Free private parking is provided onsite.
The non-smoking property offers accommodation options including studios, treehouses, family rooms, log cabins and villas. All include cooking facilities, a dining setting and a living area with a sofa, a TV and a DVD player. Some accommodation features a patio deck offering stunning rainforest views.
The nearest airport is Sunshine Coast Maroochydore Airport, 23 km from the property. This property offers spa and wellness packages.
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41 Thala Beach Nature Reserve Oak Beach, Australia
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Set on over 140 acres of native forest and boasting a private beach, Thala Beach Nature Reserve is an Eco-friendly wildlife retreat. This secluded sanctuary is nestled on a coastal headland and offers magnificent views of the sparkling Coral Sea.
Thala Beach Nature Reserve is conveniently located within 10 minutes’ drive of Port Douglas. It is 45 minutes’ drive from Cairns City Centre. Guests can explore the nearby Great Barrier Reef and Daintree Rainforest.
These boutique timber bungalows offer ocean, mountain or forest views. Guests can relax on their private balcony and enjoy the native birds and wildlife. All rooms are air-conditioned and offer a bathtub, a refrigerator, and a minibar.
The property features an organic coconut plantation, and natural swimming pools formed by granite boulders and waterfalls. Free guided nature tours are available and include tree planting, stargazing at an outdoor observatory, beach discovery, wildlife walks and bird-watching tours. This property offers spa and wellness packages.
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42 Palm Bungalows Hamilton Island, Australia
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Just 2 minutes’ walk from Catseye Beach, each of the Palm Bungalows offers a private balcony overlooking the tropical gardens. Free airport/hotel transfers are included as well as free use of snorkeling and windsurfing equipment.
The private and peaceful bungalows are air-conditioned, and include tea/coffee making facilities and free WiFi. Each bungalow has a seating area with a TV. Chinese TV channels are available.
Guests have free use of the island’s fitness centre, swimming pools and tennis courts, as well as unlimited use of the island's shuttle service. The tour desk can book trips to Whitehaven Beach and the Great Barrier Reef. Staff are able to converse in English and Chinese.
Hamilton Island Palm Bungalows are just 2 minutes’ walk from Hamilton Island Wildlife Park and the island’s main pool. Hamilton Island Golf Club is a 5-minute ferry ride from Hamilton Island Marina and the Great Barrier Reef Airport is 1 km away. This property offers spa and wellness packages.
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43 QT Gold Coast Gold Coast, Australia
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Stay in the heart of Gold Coast.
Located in the heart of Surfers Paradise, QT Gold Coast is a designer hotel featuring an outdoor swimming pool, a restaurant and a bar. All rooms boast a spacious balcony offering stunning ocean views. Surfers Paradise Beach and the Esplanade are just 200 metres' away.
Bazaar Restaurant serves international cuisine in a unique marketplace-style setting. Stingray Lounge offers cocktails in a relaxed atmosphere. Fixx features Italian cuisine and after-dinner drinks.
Each of the air-conditioned rooms at the QT offer individually-designed feature walls and custom lighting and include a flat-screen TV with cable channels.
The QT Hotel tour desk can help guests arrange day trips and activities.
QT Gold Coast is within 5 minutes' walk of both Cypress Avenue and Surfers Paradise tram stops. It is a 10-minute walk from the shopping, dining and entertainment district of Cavill Avenue. This property offers spa and wellness packages.
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44 Sea Temple Port Douglas Apartments Port Douglas, Australia
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Situated in Port Douglas, less than 1 km from Four Mile Beach, Sea Temple Port Douglas Apartments features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a garden. With free WiFi, this 5-star resort has a restaurant and a bar. The rooms have a terrace.
All rooms at the resort are fitted with a seating area, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a kitchen, a dining area and a private bathroom with free toiletries, a shower and a hairdryer. The rooms include a coffee machine, while some rooms are fitted with a balcony and others also feature pool views. At Sea Temple Port Douglas Apartments rooms have bed linen and towels.
The accommodation offers 5-star accommodation with a hot tub and barbecue. Guests at Sea Temple Port Douglas Apartments will be able to enjoy activities in and around Port Douglas, like fishing.
Crystalbrook Superyacht Marina is 6 km from the resort, while Mossman Gorge is 17 km from the property. The nearest airport is Cairns Airport, 60 km from Sea Temple Port Douglas Apartments. This property offers spa and wellness packages.
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45 Kingfisher Bay Resort Fraser Island, Australia
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Kingfisher Bay Resort offers modern accommodation, varied delicacies in its 3 restaurants and many bush walking tracks. It is located on the World Heritage listed Fraser Island, near Great Sandy Strait.
The eco-friendly resort offers spacious self-contained villas and air-conditioned hotel rooms. Accommodations feature a balcony, offering fantastic views of the natural surroundings.
Kingfisher Bay Resort features 4 swimming pools, each fitted with sun loungers. Guests can also take advantage of the eco-tours provided by Kingfisher's knowledgeable staff.
The resort is a 50-minute ferry crossing from River Heads in Hervey Bay. This property offers spa and wellness packages.
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46 Sea World Resort Gold Coast, Australia
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Located on Broadwater, with direct access to Sea World and only 15 minutes' walk from the popular Surfers Paradise and Marina Mirage Shopping area, this 4.5-star hotel boasts a 50-metre lagoon pool and waterfall as well as an aquatic playground and 12-seater hot tub.
Rooms at Sea World Resort are spacious and boast a contemporary décor. Each room is fitted with a balcony or patio which offers views of either the broadwater, pool or surrounding gardens. Guests enjoy free WiFi in all areas of the resort, as well as free wired internet in their room.
At the resort's award-winning restaurant, Hatsuhana, guests can enjoy Japanese cuisine cooked Teppanyaki-style from fresh seafood and ingredients. The Lobby Lounge offers a variety of meals, from light snacks to delicious steaks. A la carte Breakfast & Dinner options are available across multiple restaurants.
Guests at Sea World Resort have unlimited access to the Water Play aqua playground in the main pool area. Other activities include the SpongeBob SplashBash and evening light show. The resort is surrounded by beaches and public beaches are accessible within a 2-minute walk. This property offers spa and wellness packages.
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47 Montego Sands Resort Gold Coast, Australia
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Just 100 metres from Mermaid Beach, Montego Sands Apartments offer a private balcony with lovely pool or garden views. The property features a hot tub and a heated outdoor pool. Free parking is available on site.
Montego Sands Resort is less than 10 minutes’ walk from Jupiters Casino and the popular Pacific Fair Shopping Centre. Gold Coast Airport is a 35-minute drive away.
Laundry facilities and a full kitchen with a microwave and refrigerator are standard in all apartments. Each air-conditioned apartment features a spacious seating area with flat-screen cable TV and a DVD player.
Guests can enjoy a meal in the barbecue area, or relax on the sunny terrace. The tour desk can book tickets to the Gold Coast theme parks, including Dreamworld and Movieworld. This property offers spa and wellness packages.
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48 Ramada By Wyndham Marcoola Beach Marcoola, Australia
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Situated directly on the beach, Ramada by Wyndham Marcoola Beach offers modern accommodation and a variety of leisure facilities. It is ideally positioned for exploring the Sunshine Coast including Noosa and the Hinterland. Guests enjoy a 60-metre lagoon-style swimming pool, a children’s pool.
This resort offers a choice of private rooms or self-contained apartments, many offering ocean views. The apartments feature a separate living room and a fully equipped kitchen. All accommodation offers satellite TV, a refrigerator and tea/coffee making facilities.
Ramada by Wyndham Marcoola Beach is set halfway between Maroochydore and Coolum. Nearby attractions include Underwater World, The Big Pineapple, Aussie World and Steve Irwin's Australia Zoo. This property offers spa and wellness packages.
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49 Fitzroy Island Resort Fitzroy Island, Australia
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Located on a tropical island in Great Barrier Reef Marine Park, Fitzroy Island Resort is situated between the beach and the rainforest. Cairns is 45 minutes away by ferry.
All rooms at Fitzroy Resort offer modern amenities including air conditioning and cable TV. Each has an en suite bathroom with shower, fridge and tea/coffee making facilities.
Guests can relax in the outdoor swimming pool with bar or the in-house cinema. Walking trails lead through the rainforest and along the white coral beaches.
The Fitzroy’s sea view restaurant offers island fare cooked with fresh Australian produce. Drinks are available at the swim-up bar.
Snorkeling and kayaking equipment is available for hire. Fitzroy Island is located 29 km off the coast of Cairns. This property offers spa and wellness packages.
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50 The Reef House Palm Cove - Adults Only Palm Cove, Australia
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Boasting 3 swimming pools, 2 spas and tranquil tropical gardens, The Reef House Boutique Hotel & Spa - Adults & Couples Boutique Tropical Escapes is located on a beachfront in Palm Cove. Guests enjoy luxury accommodation and a variety of ways to relax. The Reef House Restaurant offers panoramic ocean views and serves Mediterranean, Asian and Australian cuisine.
The Reef House Boutique Hotel & Spa - Adults & Couples Boutique Tropical Escapes provides individually decorated rooms. Some rooms include private hot tubs or furnished verandas with views of the pool, gardens, and beaches.
Guests are invited to use the Honesty Bar in the Brigadier Lounge and can enjoy free Brigadier's Punch in the evening.
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