The 10 best Motels in Great Barrier Reef, Australia

May 1, 2023 Rebbecca Marino

The world's largest coral reef system, the Great Barrier Reef stretches almost 1500 miles into the Pacific from the tip of Queensland. Designated a Marine Park by the Australian government and a World Heritage Area by UNESCO, the reef is home to an extraordinary abundance of species and habitats. Snorkeling, diving and fishing are rightly popular along the reef, nowhere more so than on the Whitsunday Islands, where the silica sands and aqua waters of the Coral Sea create the perfect beach escape.
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1. Beach House Motel

66 The Strand, Townsville, Queensland 4810 Australia
Excellent
60%
Good
30%
Satisfactory
7%
Poor
1%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 318 reviews

Beach House Motel

Welcome to Beach House Motel, your North Ward “home away from home.” Beach House Motel aims to make your visit as relaxing and enjoyable as possible, which is why so many guests continue to come back year after year. Beach House Motel offers guests an array of room amenities including a flat screen TV, a refrigerator, and air conditioning, and getting online is possible, as free wifi is available. The motel offers outdoor furniture, newspaper, and baggage storage, to make your visit even more pleasant. The property also features a pool and a snack bar. Guests arriving by vehicle have access to free parking. If you’re looking for an Asian restaurant, consider a visit to Shorehouse, which is not far from Beach House Motel. Plus, during your trip, don't forget to check out a historic site, such as Kissing Point Fort. Beach House Motel puts the best of North Ward at your fingertips, making your stay both relaxing and enjoyable.

Excellent value for money

Reviewed By P174YJbrianr

Great location, housekeeping was excellent and the housekeepers were pleasant and cheereful and same for receptionist, If i ever get back to Townsville i will cerntainly stay there and recommend to others

2. International Lodge Motel

40 Macalister Street, Mackay, Queensland 4740 Australia
Excellent
59%
Good
34%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 313 reviews

International Lodge Motel

Mackay CBD Accommodation - International Lodge MotelAt the International Lodge Motel we offer accommodation in the heart of Mackay, Queensland, just walking distance to all the pubs, clubs and restaurants in the center of the city, providing a comfortable motel for both business and leisure travellers.Located just off Victoria Street, the main street of Mackay in Macalister Street, the International Lodge Motel is a great choice when attending functions in Mackay CBD, no need for a car or a taxi.The International Lodge Motel has 20 well-appointed rooms, with recently renovated ensuite bathrooms and comfortable beds.The Mackay Entertainment Centre, Artspace, Senior Citizens, Library and Sharp Training Centre are all within a 2 minute walk. The newly renovated Canelands Shopping Centre is a 5 minute walk away along the beautiful River Walk. Bluewater Lagoon is close by for the kids to enjoy as it is free admission.

Mrs Holly Sexton

Reviewed By HollySexton

My daughter and I were in Mackay for a netball carnival, we stayed one night at the motel. It was tiny but very clean and presentable, the owner was so polite and accommodating. It was close to a variety of restaurants and we walked next door to Hot Wok and the food was amazing, would definitely recommend this motel.

3. Mackay Resort Motel

154 Nebo Rd, Mackay, Queensland 4740 Australia
Excellent
80%
Good
13%
Satisfactory
3%
Poor
1%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 137 reviews

Mackay Resort Motel

Comfortable, affordable and purpose built with both leisure and business in mind. You can be confident when you choose from 40 well-appointed suites and self-contained units, that you will get all the comfort and facilities you’d expect from an Award Winning, high quality 4-star property. Last refurbishment - 2016 with ongoing maintenance and upgrades. Soak up the sunshine by the Resort style swimming pool, take advantage of our fantastic Blue Gecko Bar and Restaurant with poolside dining, take an easy stroll to the Mackay town centre in less than 30 minutes or let us plan an itinerary of the local Region which can easily fill 3-5 days. Whatever the reason for staying in Mackay, let the team at Mackay Resort Motel spoil you. After all, you deserve it.

Stop over on way north

Reviewed By maryanner752

The reception staff were super friendly and helpful. The room was clean and comfortable. Tea, coffee, biscuits, shampoo, conditioner and body wash all supplied. Our only issue was we hadn't realised there were upstairs rooms so now have made a mental note to ask for a ground floor room next time to save dragging luggage upstairs.

4. Cairns City Palms

199 Sheridan St, Cairns, Queensland 4870 Australia
Excellent
57%
Good
30%
Satisfactory
7%
Poor
5%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 230 reviews

Cairns City Palms

We are a family run and locally owned motel only 20 minutes walk from the city center of Cairns, 5-minute walk from the world-renowned Esplanade and just a 10-minute drive from the Cairns airport. We offer our guests a comfortable and modern accommodation with attentive and friendly service. Within a minutes’ walk you will find popular restaurants, bars, supermarkets, a gym, bottle shop and plenty of take away outlets offering cuisine from all around the world. Cairns City Palms' Motel Suites and Apartments are spacious, fresh and self-contained. FREE wireless internet is available throughout the motel. The Palms Lounge gives guests access to sofas and a TV, computer terminal with free printing facilities along with a shower and toilet. In our lounge we also offer our guests complimentary morning scones and refreshments including tea, coffee, juice and cold water throughout the stay. FACILITIES: Palms garden and BBQ area. Outdoor swimming pool. Laundry facilities (coin operated). Computer and printing facilities. Luggage storage. SERVICES: Free wireless internet. Tour desk with 10% discount on all tours. Free car park (subject to availability). We appreciate our guests and want you to know that if you choose to stay with us, you will support our staff's families and other local businesses. Thank you! Kind Regards, Team Palms

Overrated in Tripadvisor

Reviewed By nkva

I struggle to understand the 4.5 rating of this hotel on Tripadvisor. My experience has been quite different. The only pros I can find is that the room is very self sufficient. Small but has nearly everything required for a week stay. There were multiple challenges I had during my stay. I was particularly unhappy with the attitude of the staff and I rate the service as poor. The clock in the room stopped working. We asked for the battery to be replaced but it stopped again the next day. Room makeup forgot body wash. Car park was very full on Fri and Sat nights but when I asked what I can do when I found no parking spot, staff gave me a shrug and said "It's always been like that", implying I need to sort it out myself. Location was probably 3/5 but it was very noisy and there was a road work right in front of the hotel. I'm sure with that money I can find another place with better service.

5. True Blue Motor Inn

1012 Yaamba Rd Bruce Hwy, Parkhurst, North Rockhampton, Rockhampton, Queensland 4702 Australia
Excellent
52%
Good
32%
Satisfactory
11%
Poor
4%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 166 reviews

True Blue Motor Inn

Motel Accommodation in Rockhampton - True Blue Motor Inn, your first choice for Quality Motel Accommodation in Rockhampton! Motel accommodation, all ground floor, is ideal for your stop over in Rockhampton halfway between Brisbane and Townsville, boasting truck parking, undercover parking, trailer parking, boat parking, car parking. The Motel restaurant is open all week including Sundays & is renowned for fine quality steaks & seafood meals served with cold beer and chilled wines. Licensed Bar & Restaurant opens at 6pm everyday with a room service meals option. True Blue Motel & self contained Apartments has the best undercover parking in Rockhampton -- Park at your front door in one of the 50 undercover car parks. Check the parking page for large vehicle options. In Parkhurst, North Rockhampton True Blue Motor Inn has quality corporate and tourist accommodation, large family rooms, 2 bedroom apartments for short or long term, spa units and a purpose built disabled room. Enjoy your stay in Rockhampton.....Stay at the True Blue Motor Inn - accommodation & meals including breakfast, packed lunch & dinner. Close to Rockhampton Heritage Village, Dreamtime Cultural Centre, Capricorn Caves and gateway to the Keppels and Yeppoon. Late check-ins arranged and accepted with pre-payment. Conveniently located on the thriving north side of Rockhampton outside the traffic light area, ensures a quiet restful night and an easy start in the morning to the sounds of nature. Relaxed, licensed dining and friendly service is a feature of your stay at True Blue Motor Inn in Rockhampton. Come & Meet 'Bluey' our champ!

Bonus garden area

Reviewed By katfalc

My elderly bullmastiff and I had a relaxing stay at True Blue with the small enclosed yard making his late night and early morning toilet breaks an breeze. The pet friendly rooms are also at the back of the property so traffic noise was reduced and that is always a win !

6. Coffee House Apartment Motel

51 William St cnr Bolsover & William Streets, Rockhampton, Queensland 4700 Australia
Excellent
56%
Good
34%
Satisfactory
8%
Poor
2%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 299 reviews

Coffee House Apartment Motel

Coffee House Apartment Motel offers 30 extremely well appointed AAA rated 4 star rooms & apartments for both the weary traveler and the corporate coming to town. The unique Australian feel won't let you down in either comfort or style.

Clean and spacious in central location

Reviewed By J2495HNanner

We like that the rooms are spacious, with a small seating area and table and chairs for breakfast. Our room was very clean and the bed comfortable. We stayed on a Sunday night so it was quiet even though it is located right in the city centre. This was our second stay here and we would stay again if we pass through Rocky.

7. Spanish Lace Motor Inn

106 - 108 Bowen Rd Rosslea, Townsville, Queensland 4812 Australia 011 61 7 4725 1510
Excellent
74%
Good
21%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
5%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 39 reviews

Spanish Lace Motor Inn

Quality Affordable Accommodation In Townsville The Spanish Lace Motor Inn is located in the ideal position for almost all the facilities around Townsville. We are just 10 minutes from the Townsville hospitals and airport, and close to shopping centres, the university, major sporting facilities, golf course, BMX and cycle tracks. We are the closest motel for people attending the Murray sporting complex and just 10 minutes from the new Queensland Bank Country Stadium if you intend watching the Cowboys play. We can cater for large sporting groups and clubs. Our refurbished accommodation is homely and inviting, and we aim to give our guests all the comforts, at an affordable price. We have 25 air conditioned rooms, with free undercover parking, free WiFi and laundry facilities. For those travelling with your family pet, we also have pet friendly rooms available subject to availability. There is an additional charge for pets. You must advise if you have a pet at time of booking to ensure we have you in a pet friendly room as all rooms are not pet friendly. Onsite we have a swimming pool with a BBQ and garden sitting area. We aim to offer quality accommodation at an affordable price all with good old fashioned country service. We look forward to seeing you at the Spanish Lace Motor Inn

Dog friendly and clean

Reviewed By Katharine F

I stayed at Spanish Lace while traveling north with my large dog. The room was very clean with modern furnishings and a very comfortable bed. There is also a fenced pet garden at the front of the property where you go safely let your pooch roam.

8. Casa Nostra Motel Mackay

30 Nebo Rd, Mackay, Queensland 4740 Australia
Excellent
93%
Good
7%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5 based on 46 reviews

Casa Nostra Motel Mackay

The Casa Nostra Motel Mackay offers spacious, modern rooms conveniently located close to the business hub, Mackay Airport, Canelands Shopping Centre, Harrup Park, The MECC, Mackay Base hospital & The Mater hospital and located on Nebo Road part of the Bruce Highway. Situated in the heart of Mackay, our Motel offers the perfect blend of prime location and stylish accommodation, with a focus on quality guest service. we have the best of both worlds; central location with the opportunity to retreat from the hustle and bustle. Each of our 22 rooms are beautifully appointed to 4 star AAA standard with modern facilities, Widescreen LCD TVs throughout, Google Chromecast, Free unlimited WiFi and a high level of cleanliness is our standard. Featuring Inground Swimming Pool to relax in at the end of a long day. Shop or Play only metres from your door, explore the local attractions or venture further and experience the many features and attractions of the scenic Pioneer Valley / Eungella, Cape Hillsborough or Sarina. Heavy vehicle parking available in side street (Bagley St Cnr & Nebo Rd). Come and visit us today in Mackay and let us look after you!

Fantastic stay

Reviewed By SiobhanC366

I would compare staying at Casa Nostra to staying with friends in the best way possible. Absolutely fantastic staff who go above and beyond to help, clean, good location, comfortable beds, fantastic water pressure in the showers. 12/10 will stay again when we end up back in Mackay.

9. Summit Motel

6 Victoria St, Townsville, Queensland 4810 Australia
Excellent
54%
Good
35%
Satisfactory
8%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 139 reviews

Summit Motel

This highly rated Motel offers clean, quiet and comfortable rooms to all guests either for business, pleasure or long term stays, perfectly located within walking distance to The Strand, City, Castle Hill, Palmer Street and Queens Gardens. All rooms offer free high-speed WiFi (NBN), Split A/C, Fridge, Toaster, Microwave and Comfortable beds. The Motel also offers free parking for cars and larger vehicles, pool and BBQ. Smart people stay at the Summit Motel.

Staying here is like being at home. The staff treat residents very well and are friendly.

Reviewed By I9830SImariaa

Location is central and rooms are always clean and comfortable. Nothing is too hard for them to deal with and all queries are dealt with in an obliging manner way above the expected. Parking is very easy.

10. Cascade Motel In Townsville

100 Bowen Rd Rosslea, Townsville, Queensland 4812 Australia
Excellent
79%
Good
18%
Satisfactory
3%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5 based on 248 reviews

Cascade Motel In Townsville

Standard and executive rooms available. We have large 1 bedroom family motel rooms also Executive Studio 1 bedroom apartments. Our 20 rooms consist of all self-contained, full kitchens, full sized fridges, Executive Apartments and rooms. Also a fully disabled room spacious and self contained. All units are undercover parking, SMART TVs & Fast free Wifi, shaded pool area and bbq area. Room service is available for Breakfasts. Reception sells beverages & snack foods. We are close to hospitals, army barracks, shopping centres, Fresh Markets ,Townsville Golf Course, restaurants, cycle and walking tracks around the Ross River & Riverway. We are a short drive to the CBD.

Perfect for short or long term stay

Reviewed By Jenny E

Great spot, management and staff are more than helpful. Stayed for 10 days due to medical reasons. Ideal clean and comfortable two room apartment, cooking facilities, full size fridge, washing machine and close to shops. Would highly recommend.

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