Airlie Beach is a mecca for holidaymakers all over the world, thanks to its unique location as the gateway to the beautiful Whitsunday Islands. To accommodation the large numbers of people who visit Airlie Beach and the Whitsunday Islands every year, there are plenty of hotels, motels, holiday homes, bed and breakfasts, backpackers hostels and campgrounds.
THIS PAGE CONTAINS A COMPREHENSIVE LIST OF ALL THE AIRLIE BEACH ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS. FOR INFORMATION ABOUT AIRLIE BEACH, ACTIVITIES, TOURS, TRANSPORT AND RESTAURANTS, PLEASE CLICK ON THE LINKS ABOVE.
ACCOMMODATION - AIRLIE BEACH
Airlie Beach is one of the most popular destinations in Tropical North Queensland, and has a great supply of accommodation. Holiday accommodation in Airlie Beach varies from luxury resorts and self contained apartment complexes to affordable motels and home style bed and breakfast accommodation, not to mention a selection of caravan parks and campgrounds, with some offering self contained villas, and modern ensuite cabins. Airlie Beach has long been a favourite destination among backpackers as well, and there are no less than half a dozen backpackers hostels to choose from. If it's family friendly accommodation you're looking for, or budget accommodation while you enjoy the Whitsundays, Airlie Beach has something for everyone. Please scroll down to browse our Airlie Beach accommodation section, or use the buttons in the right hand column below to choose the style of Airlie Beach holiday accommodation that suits you.
Looking for good value accommodation and great location in the heart of Airlie Beach, in the fabulous Whitsundays?
Conveniently situated just 200 metres from the restaurants, cafes and beachfront, Toscana Village Resort offers well appointed self catering apartments with spectacular views over the village to the azure waters of the Coral Sea, Whitsunday islands and beyond.
With accommodation packages to suit couples to large families, check out the standby rates and combo deals at www.toscanaresort.com
Or phone Toscana Village Resort now on 1800 555 684 (from within Australia) or +61 7 4946 4455 for international enquiries.
Airlie Pinnacles Resort & Spa is the ultimate in 5 star luxury self-contained accommodation situated in Airlie Beach, the gateway to the Great Barrier Reef & Whitsunday Islands. This resort will simply indulge your senses from every view point, with 29 stylish Tropical uniquely designed and tastefully decorated 1,2 & 3 Bedroom self contained apartments. Each two and three bedroom apartment has a Jacuzzi built into its large terrace while the one-bedroom apartments have inside spa tubs.
Airlie Pinnacles Resort and Spa has so much to offer including a luxurious 20 metre wet edge ozone pool, sauna, fully equipped gymnasium, PAY TV, Tour Desk, Air Conditioning, Day Spa on-site and easy access to cosmopolitan Airlie Beach. There is easy access to a wide variety of shops, bars, cafes and restaurants and you also have the whole Whitsundays area on the doorstep for any number of water-based activities including diving and snorkelling on the Great Barrier Reef.
Featuring filtered ocean or pool views from each of the 160 rooms, this outback oasis style resort is ideal for couples, honeymooners, families and friends. Awarded an AAA Tourism star rating of 3 ˝ stars, Club Crocodile Airlie Beach guarantees a perfect Whitsunday escape at affordable prices for international and domestic guests.
Surrounding 50 metres of stunning free-form pool and waterfalls edged with rock gardens and pandanus palms, Club Crocodile Airlie Beach boasts all the facilities and ambience of an island resort on the mainland. For a relaxing holiday, romantic honeymoon, conference, or an action packed adventure Club Crocodile Airlie Beach has it all.
Onsite restaurant Oceans Bar and Grill is a bistro-style restaurant featuring popular Australian cuisine using the freshest local produce, and providing tasty, affordable meals for breakfast, lunch, dinner and room service each night.
Adjoining Airlie Beach and nestled on Pioneer Bay, Waterfront Whitsunday Retreat guests can expect a high level of privacy coupled with exceptional unobtrusive personalised service. Exuding luxury, romance and tropical ambience, Waterfront Whitsunday Retreat offers the travel connoisseur a perfect blend of relaxation, intimacy and personalised service for an unparalleled retreat experience.
The luxury retreat comprises an exclusive collection of one bedroom suites and three bedroom penthouse, with uninterrupted views over Port of Airlie and the Coral Sea. Redefining intimate levels of service, suites are serviced daily with an additional turndown service each evening whilst the retreat boasts a private sun deck, deep water horizon pool, lush tropical gardens, native bird feeding, a-la-carte in room massage, facial and beauty treatments, tour booking agency, great barrier reef touring, concierge, valet parking and personalised limousine transfers.
AIRLIE BEACH HOTEL
Corner The Esplanade and Coconut Grove, Airlie Beach
Phone (07) 4964 1999 / Fax (07) 4964 1988
The Airlie Beach Hotel offers fantastic sea views and the convenience of being located in the centre of Airlie Beach. The hotels several room types offers guests a variety of room sizes and bedding configurations to ensure you find what you are looking for.
BEST WESTERN MANGO HOUSE RESORT
Crn Shute Harbour Rd & Erromango Dr, Airlie Beach
Phone (07) 4946 4666 / Fax (07) 4946 5660
Best Western Mango House Resort is ideally situated to enjoy the many restaurants and bars of Airlie Beach. The resort offers superbly comfortable self-contained studios, one bedroom and two bedroom units. Mango House has a picturesque courtyard area with a large swimming pool-spa, childrens pool and barbeque area.
BOATHAVEN RESORT
440 Shute Harbour Road, Airlie Beach
Phone (07) 4948 4948 / Fax (07) 4948 4999
Boathaven Spa Resort has beautifully appointed rooms ranging from studios to spa suites and penthouses. All offer clean, affordable luxury accommodation for your holidays. All holiday apartments have self-catering facilities, satellite TV and air-conditioning.
CORAL SEA RESORT
25 Oceanview Avenue, Airlie Beach
Phone (07) 4964 1300 / Fax (07) 4946 6516
Accommodation at Coral Sea Resort is comprised of a range of hotel suites, superior apartments and luxury penthouses. Coral Sea Resorts has a full range of facilities and inclusions expected of a boutique hotel of this quality and standard.
MARTINIQUE WHITSUNDAY
18 Golden Orchid Drive, Airlie Beach
Phone (07) 4946 0401 / Fax (07) 4946 0402
Martinique Whitsunday consists of twenty self-contained units in French-Caribbean architectural style, swimming pool and surrounding decking area plus various garden beds, B.B.Q. eating area, gymnasium and car parking.
MEDITERRANEAN RESORTS
14 Golden Orchid Drive, Airlie Beach
Phone (07) 4946 6391 / Fax (07) 4946 5556
Mediterranean Resorts offers affordable luxury in self contained 1, 2 and 3 bedroom villas, honeymoon suites plus a choice of 3 or 4 bedroom penthouses. The resort facilities include 2 beautiful private saltwater pools and a spa in which to refresh.
REEFSIDE VILLAS
Airlie Beach
Phone (07) 4946 4123 / Fax (07) 4946 4124
The Mediterranean Villas are designed for space and comfort of the highest standard. The resort offers two and three bedroom apartments, two large saltwater swimming pools and it's a short walk to all the conveniences you require.
SHINGLEY BEACH RESORT
1 Shingley Drive, Airlie Beach
Phone (07) 4948 8300 / Fax (07) 4948 8388
Shingley Beach offers a large variety of self-contained resort apartments overlooking the beautiful Whitsunday islands. The apartments feature large balconies. The facilities at Shingley Beach resort, Shingley Beach include two saltwater pools and poolside BBQ.
WATER'S EDGE RESORT
Airlie Beach
Phone (07) 5665 4450
The Resort comprises of 49, one, two and three bedroom self contained apartments all with modern furnishings, Balinese decor and views of the Coral Sea from your own private balcony. Swimming pools with wet edge waterfalls, gymnasium and BBQ area.
WHITSUNDAYS TERRACES RESORT
Golden Orchid Drive, Airlie Beach
Phone (07) 4946 6788 / Fax (07) 4946 7128
As a reflection of the high standards of the resort, the Whitsunday Terraces has been the proud winner of the Whitsunday Tourism Awards for superior accommodation. The resort has two pools and spa for you to enjoy.
WHITSUNDAY VISTA RESORT
Crn Shute Harbour Road and Hermitage Drive, Airlie Beach
Phone (07) 4948 4000 / Fax (07) 4946 7786
Whitsunday Vista Resort offers you distinctive style apartments from romantic suites to multi bedroom apartments. Relax and have a drink on your private balcony with uninterrupted views of the Coral Sea and Whitsunday Islands.
WHITSUNDAY WANDERERS RESORT
Shute Harbour Road, Airlie Beach
Phone (07) 4946 6446
Set in 18 acres of tropical gardens in the heart of Airlie Beach, Whitsunday Wanderers Resort offers well appointed, private Melanesian style rooms.
PORTSIDE WHITSUNDAY
406 Shute Harbour Road, Airlie Beach
Phone (07) 4948 2288 / Fax (07) 4948 2266
The 19 luxury self contained villa apartments at Portside Whitsunday have individually controlled air conditioning in every room. Portside's waterfront location means that its architecture, floor plan and design all combine to maximize your Whitsunday holiday experience.
MOTELS
AIRLIE BEACH MOTOR LODGE
6 Lamond Street, Airlie Beach
Phone (07) 4946 6418 / Fax (07) 4946 5400
Featuring older style units, spacious and comfortable, most of the rooms at Airlie Beach Motor Lodge have sea views. All rooms have private balconies and air-conditioning and the motel offers a salt water pool and sauna, and a free barbeque area.
AIRLIE COURT HOLIDAY UNITS
382 Shute Harbour Road, Airlie Beach
Phone (07) 4946 6218 / Fax (07) 4948 2999
Ideal for one, two, three or four persons sharing a queen and two singles all in one studio unit. A standard room has a queen and a single bed together with tv, wardrobes etc in main room and then a separate adjoining kitchen and bathroom. There is also a restaurant on the premises.
BEST WESTERN COLONIAL PALMS MOTOR INN
Corner of Shute Harbour Road & Hermitage Drive
Phone / Fax (07) 4946 7166
The tropical resort-style atmosphere, together with breathtaking views of Boathaven Bay, make it the perfect place to relax and unwind wheather you are on business or holidays.
CORAL POINT LODGE
54 Harbour Avenue, Shute Harbour, Airlie Beach
Phone (07) 4946 9500 / Fax (07) 4946 9469
At Coral Point Lodge every room overlooks the beautiful Shute Harbour and out over the Whitsunday Islands. All rooms have been recently refurbished and have ensuite bathrooms, tes and coffee facilities or kitchenettes, air-conditioning and ceiling fans.
Whitsunday On The Beach is centrally located in Airlie Beach within walking distance to most restaurants and other entertainment's. If they are too far away or on a boat, courtesy vans will come and pick you up from your front door. If you just want to relax by the beach, a short stroll of about 10 meter's gets you to the beach and if that gets a little hot, just sit back and relax in your comfortable air-conditioned room and view the beautiful scenery of Airlie Beach.
AIRLIE APARTMENTS
22-24 Airlie Crescent, Airlie Beach
Phone (07) 4946 6222
Airlie Apartments feature various types of accommodation to suit everyone. The units are equipped with a fully self-contained kitchen, bathroom and a spacious lounge with TV. Being self contained, all linen and cooking utensils, cutlery and crockery are provided.
AIRLIE BEACH HOUSE
11 Oceanview Avenue, Airlie Beach
Phone (02) 9327 6793
With 3 bedrooms plus sleepout, kitchen, laundry and spacious living areas all fully air conditioned inside, plus large shaded deck, BBQ and sea side garden, the Boathouse is fully equipped and ideal for families or bare boat charter groups (up to 8 persons).
AIRLIE BEACH PENTHOUSE
17/10 Golden Orchid Drive, Airlie Beach
Phone (07) 4948 1062 / Fax (07) 4948 1062
This is the largest accommodation in Airlie Beach available for holiday rental. Located in the heart of Airlie Beach, Airlie Beach Penthouse is a huge three bedroom penthouse with spectacular Coral Sea Views and features four pool areas and a barbecue.
AZURE SEA RESORT
8 Raintree Place, Airlie Beach
Phone 1800 450 028
Azure Sea Resort offers different apartment options, from one bedroom apartments to three bedroom, penthouses or even a three bedroom townhouse. This beautiful Airlie Beach accommodation 500 metres away from Airlie Beach city centre.
BEACH COURT HOLIDAY VILLAS
24 Beach Road, Cannonvale, Airlie Beach
Phone (07) 4946 6359
Beach Court Holiday Villas are a four star rated complex with spacious two and three bedroom villas. The large living area provides suitable relaxing space for the whole family.
BUSH VILLAGE BUDGET CABINS
2 Saint Martins Road, Airlie Beach
Phone (07) 4946 6177
Since a change of management in 2012, Cairns Unlimited can no longer, in good conscience, recommend Bush Village. There are plenty of other places to stay in beautiful Airlie Beach.
CORAL SEA VISTA APARTMENTS
Airlie Beach
Phone (07) 4946 6088 / Fax (07) 4946 6455
Located only 400m away from the main commercial hub of Airlie Beach, Coral Sea Vista provides very affordable 4 star holiday accommodation. From studio suites to accommodation two to three bedroom apartments for up to ten, Coral Sea Vista is a good choice.
ORANA LODGE WHITSUNDAY
13 Beach Road, Cannonvale, Airlie Beach
Phone (07) 4946 7124
Orana Lodge offers you a range of 1 and 2 bedroom Units within walking distance to Airlie Beach and shopping areas. Accommodating from one up to six guests, the units have ceiling fans, airconditioning, private guest telephones and colour television.
PARADISE COURT HOLIDAY UNITS
181-183 Shute Harbour Road, Airlie Beach
Phone (07) 4946 7139
This 3.5 star accommodation is open plan and spacious in design, with each holiday unit located on the ground floor. Each unit is meticulously clean and contains a fully equipped kitchenette (including microwave). The units are aire conditioned, spacious and quiet.
SAILZ BOUTIQUE HOLIDAY VILLAS
24 Pandanus Drive, Airlie Beach
Phone (07) 4946 5605 / Fax (07) 4946 5688
Thirty two luxury two and three bedroom villas located on two acres of lush tropical gardens, offering a refreshing new style of accommodation. All villas have a spacious open-plan design with high ceilings, cool tiles throughout and verandahs for outdoor entertaining.
SUNLIT WATERS STUDIO APARTMENTS
20 Airlie Crescent, Airlie Beach
Phone / Fax (07) 4946 6352
Overlooking the spectacular waters of the Great Barrier Reef, Sunlit Waters is the place to relax and enjoy your stay in the beautiful Whitsundays. All the apartments feature magnificent views, air conditioning, ceiling fans, remote control TV and a self contained kitchenette.
BED AND BREAKFASTS
AIRLIE BEACH MYAURA BED AND BREAKFAST
Corner Seaview and Nara Avenues, Airlie Beach
Phone / Fax (07) 4948 0888
Myaura Bed and Breakfast boasts wonderful sea views, and was purpose built with your comfort and privacy in mind. The guest level is on a separate level to the main house.
AIRLIE WATERFRONT BED AND BREAKFAST
Cnr Broadwater Avenue and Mazlin Street, Airlie Beach
Phone (07) 4946 7631
Centrally located on the water edge, Airlie Beach Waterfront Bed and Breakast also offers luxury spa apartments so guests can choose their preference. Airlie Beach Waterfront Bed and Breakfast has won several Whitsundays and Queensland Tourism Awards.
ISLAND VIEW BED AND BREAKFAST
19 Nara Avenue, Airlie Beach
Phone (07) 4946 4505 / Fax (07) 4946 4507
Mobile 0414 815 791
Beautifully appointed rooms, magnificent views, a large swimming pool and a delicious continental breakfast will ensure that you have a fantastic holidays in Tropical North Queensland.
WHITSUNDAY CANE CUTTERS COTTAGE
4b Braithwaite Court, Airlie Beach
Phone (07) 4946 7400 / Fax (07) 4946 7698
Award Winning Cane Cutters Cottage is the only private self-contained cottage in the Whitsundays. Just minutes from central Airlie Beach but a million miles away in peace and atmosphere, this 100yr old Cottage is fully restored and equipped for short or long stays.
WHITSUNDAY MOORINGS BED AND BREAKFAST
37 Airlie Crescent, Airlie Beach
Phone / Fax (07) 4946 4692
All the rooms overlook Airlie Beach's famous 'Pioneer Bay' and out to the Coral Sea and Whitsunday Islands. .
WHITSUNDAY ORGANIC BED AND BREAKFAST
8 Lamond Street, Airlie Beach
Phone (07) 4946 7151
Breakfast is served on the Balcony. The Whitsunday Organic B&B prides itself on using wholesome organic ingredients for their sumptuos three course breakfast.
Magnums is a tropical oasis in the middle of the excitement of Airlie Beach. Relax in the beautiful settings or take the short stroll to the famous Airlie Beach Lagoon, Abel Point Marina or Port of Airlie.
Magnums is an 'over 18 years only' budget holiday retreat in the heart of the beautiful Whitsundays.
No need for a cab - Magnums is within walking distance of all the fantastic restaurants, pubs and nightclubs Airlie beach has to offer.
Magnums' affordable accommodation styles include dorm rooms, deluxe cabins and private rooms which are all surrounded by beautiful tropical gardens. All rooms have air-conditioning and ceiling fans for your comfort. Professionally cleaned linen is provided and rooms are cleaned daily by the friendly in-house housekeeping team.
Facilities at Magnums Airlie Beach include a fully equipped shared kitchen and undercover eating area, breakfast and recreation room with 51 inch Plasma Television, free BBQ area, coin operated washing machines in the laundry, free security deposit service for your security and free WiFi throughout the resort, all for your convenience.
Located right in the heart of Airlie Beach and centrally located across from the lagoon, Global Backpackers Airlie Beach provides the perfect departure point for all Whitsunday Sailing trips – a must do on the East Coast! Live entertainment in Airlie Beach's BEST bar & bistro every night! Spend your days relaxing by the pool, in the games room, playing pool or planning your travel and catching up with friends at our Internet Café and travel desk. A communal lounge, kitchen and laundry plus free pickup from the bus stop makes this hostel your home away from home. All rooms include ensuite, air-conditioning, TV and bar fridge!
Set around the swimming pool amongst six acres of tropical gardens, the hostel accommodation at Base Backpackers Airlie Beach is right in the heart of Airlie Beach. Only fifty metres to the lagoon, the cafes, bars and shops are on the doorstep and the Abel Point Marina is just a stroll away.
Base Backpackers Airlie Beach have beds for all budgets – meet other travellers in the clean, comfortable multi-share rooms, all with ensuite and air-conditioning, or treat yourself to a private room with your own corner bath, fridge, air-conditioning, kitchenette and complimentary tea and coffee in the room. There's also have loads of camping sites and campervan parks.
Base Airlie Beach is set up to be your ideal gateway to the Whitsunday Islands National Park with 74 islands and Whitehaven Beach rated as one of the top ten beaches in the world only a short boat trip away.
AIRLIE BEACH YHA
394 Shute Harbour Road, Airlie Beach, QLD 4802
Phone (07) 4946 6312
Airlie Beach YHA hostel is located in the centre of Airlie Beach close to the swimming lagoon, restaurants, cafes and Airlie's thriving nightlife. With multi-share, double, twin and family rooms with private balconies, all hostel rooms are air-conditioned.
AIRLIE WATERFRONT BACKPACKERS
The Esplanade, Airlie Beach
Phone (07) 4948 1300
Airlie Waterfront Backpackers is located only 100 metres from the main street, but away from the noise. All rooms benefit from air-conditioning and are clean and airy. The resort has tow large fully equipped kitchens and offers dorm, double and twin room.
BACKPACKERS BY THE BAY
12 Hermitage Drive, Airlie Beach
Phone (07) 4946 7267
A medium sized budget accommodation, sleeping up to 70 people. The resort has magnificent ocean views and it is quietly tucked away on the hillside and located less than a five minute walk to the cafes, shopping and nightlife of Airlie Beach.
BASE AIRLIE BEACH RESORT
336 Shute Harbour Road, Airlie Beach
Phone (07) 4948 2000
Base Airlie Beach Resort is only fifty metres from the lagoon. The cafes, bars and shops are on the doorstep! Beds for all budgets – comfortable multi-share rooms, all with ensuite and air-conditioning, or private rooms with your own spa bath, fridge, air-conditioning and kitchenette.
NOMADS AIRLIE BEACH
354 Shute Harbour Road, Airlie Beach
Phone (07) 4999 6600
Recently reopened after a complete renovation, Nomads Airlie Beach Backpackers Hostel is surrounded by 7 acres of gardens in the centre of town! Swimming pool, volleyball court and proper camping facilities (tents, powered and non-powered sites).
CARAVAN PARKS AND CAMPGROUNDS
AIRLIE COVE VAN PARK AND RESORT
Shute Harbour Road, Airlie Beach
Phone (07) 4946 6727 / Fax (07) 4946 5526
Lush green grass, shady trees and tropical gardens create the perfect setting for your holiday. Known for its tranquillity, the resort gives both caravanners and campers a quiet home to come back to at the end of another exciting day.
BIG4 ADVENTURE WHITSUNDAY RESORT
25-29 Shute Harbour Road, Airlie Beach
Phone (07) 4948 5400 / Fax (07) 4948 5499
Offering villas as well as caravan park, the Adventure Whitsunday Resort Caravan Park is the place to stay if you are travelling with kids. Birdwatchers and garden lovers will also find this resort a haven.
FLAMETREE TOURIST VILLAGE
2955 Shute Harbour Road, Airlie Beach
Phone (07) 4946 9388 / Fax (07) 4946 9501
Visitors to the village are surrounded by nature, huge vines cling to the tall shade giving trees which make this such a cool pleasant refuge on a tropical day. Every site is shady and landscaped with wildlife roaming freely throughout the park.
ISLAND GATEWAY HOLIDAY PARK
Shute Harbour Road, Airlie Beach
Phone (07) 4946 6228 / Fax (07) 4946 7125
With a wide range of accommodation styles, from cabins to tents to self contained units and cabins, as well as modern facilities you will find the perfect place to escape, relax and unwind. The park features a swimming pool and a spa.
DINING - AIRLIE BEACH
In Airlie Beach you will find lots of restaurants, cafes and bars. It seems that everywhere you go, there is an eatery. Besides, many of the Airlie Beach holiday accommodation options have their own restaurant, or restaurants in many cases, open to the public. Unless you spend a month in Airlie Beach, you won't have time to try them all. But we have compiled them all in the list you will find on the ARILIE BEACH DINING options, so you can choose which one you like most. Bon appetit!!!
GETTING TO AIRLIE BEACH
Getting to Airlie Beach should be the least of your worries. The once quiet little town has become a popular East Coast destination, and is well serviced by all means of transport. Of course, from exciting Airlie Beach, there is no end to your choices for travelling the Whitsunday Islands... seaplane, helicopter, water taxi, charter boats and organized tours. Many of the developed islands are connected by regular scheduled ferry services, and those which are a little 'off the beaten track' can always be accessed by charter boat. Whether you're up for renting a yacht and skippering it yourself, or your idea of enjoying this natural wonderland is to just lie back and letting someone else do all the work, there's no excuse for staying on the mainland. For more information about how to get to Airlie Beach, please visit our GETTING TO AIRLIE BEACH section. For getting around the Whitsunday Islands, please visit our WHITSUNDAY ISLANDS page.
RESORTS AND HOTELS
TOSCANA VILLAGE RESORT
AIRLIE PINNACLES RESORT & SPA
CLUB CROCODILE RESORT
WATERFRONT WHITSUNDAY RETREAT
WHITSUNDAY ON THE BEACH
AIRLIE BEACH MAGNUMS
GLOBAL BACKPACKERS AIRLIE BEACH
336 Shute Harbour Road, Airlie Beach (MAP)
DINING - AIRLIE BEACH
