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Colonial Palms Motor Inn

3.5 star property
Suburban motel with 2 outdoor pools and restaurant

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Outdoor spa tub
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Queen Room with Single and Balcony and Bayview
Reception
Reception
Colonial Palms Motor Inn, in the city center, offers a free continental breakfast. Enjoy regional dishes at the al fresco restaurant, relax in the spa tub, or swim in two outdoor pools. Laundry facilities and coworking areas with in-room WiFi are available.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Hot tub
  • Laundry
The current price is AU$189
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov

Room options

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Poolside King Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Queen Room with Balcony and Bayview

Queen Room with Balcony and Bayview

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(31 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 26 sq m
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Queen Room with Single and Balcony and Bayview

Queen Room with Single and Balcony and Bayview

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(19 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer
  • 31 sq m
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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One Bedroom Apartment

One Bedroom Apartment

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(19 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
  • 38 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Queen Apartment with Bay View

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer
  • 1 bedroom
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
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About the area

Map
2 Hermitage Drive, Airlie Beach, QLD, 4802

What's nearby

  • Port of Airlie - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Airlie Beach Market - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Airlie Beach Lagoon - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Boathaven Beach - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Coral Sea Marina - 20 min walk - 1.7 km

Getting around

  • Proserpine Station - 29 min drive
  • Proserpine, QLD (PPP-Whitsunday Coast) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Magnums Hotel - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Nomads Airlie Beach Hostel - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪La Marina - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Boaty's - ‬19 min walk

About this property

Colonial Palms Motor Inn

Motel near Port of Airlie
Consider a stay at Colonial Palms Motor Inn and take advantage of a terrace, a garden and laundry facilities. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. The on-site Regional cuisine restaurant features al fresco dining. In addition to a bar and a business centre, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • 2 outdoor pools and a children's pool, along with sunloungers
  • Free self-parking
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) and express check-in
  • A banquet hall, ATM/banking services and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the overall value, helpful staff and location
Room features
All guest rooms at Colonial Palms Motor Inn feature comforts, such as air conditioning, in addition to Guest reviews highly rate the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Recycling, LED light bulbs and eco-friendly cleaning products
  • Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and showers
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, balconies and fridges

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free covered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: AUD 10 for adults and AUD 8 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Children's pool
  • Hot tub
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Children's pool
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Pool gate

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Coworking space

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace
  • Vegetable garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Transfer shower
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 2 floors
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 3.5 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 5:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact this property in advance to arrange check-in.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately AUD 10 for adults and from AUD 8 for children
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3.5 per cent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including stag and hen parties
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

Colonial Palms
Colonial Palms Motor
Colonial Palms Motor Airlie Beach
Colonial Palms Motor Inn
Colonial Palms Motor Inn Airlie Beach
Colonial Palms Motor Inn Airlie Beach/Whitsunday Islands
Colonial Palms Motor Inn Motel
Colonial Palms Motor Inn Airlie Beach
Colonial Palms Motor Inn Motel Airlie Beach

Frequently asked questions

Does Colonial Palms Motor Inn have a pool?

Yes, this property has 2 outdoor pools and a children's pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Colonial Palms Motor Inn?

As of 1 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Colonial Palms Motor Inn on 10 Nov 2025 start from AU$189.00, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Colonial Palms Motor Inn pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Colonial Palms Motor Inn?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Colonial Palms Motor Inn?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Colonial Palms Motor Inn?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Does Colonial Palms Motor Inn provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle.

Where is Colonial Palms Motor Inn located?

Located in the heart of Airlie Beach, this motel is within a 15-minute walk of Port of Airlie, Airlie Beach Market and Boathaven Beach. Airlie Beach Lagoon and Proserpine River wetlands are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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Colonial Palms Motor Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 533 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 357 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 75 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 24 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 1000 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay i would definitely recommend this Motel.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really lovely staff at check in and the restaurant. Large clean rooms, comfy bed and good parking. Only a short walk to the Main Street and ferry terminal for Cruise Whitsundays. Nice lagoon pool to cool off in after a long drive!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Rae

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel has wonderful staff. All the people are amazing!
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Gregory

Liked: Amenities
We enjoyed our stay
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Great place to stay, welcoming staff & a fantastic restaurant
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

ANNABEL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff of people. So helpful made my stay pleasant and enjoyable
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly welcoming staff and very clean and nice complimentary breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Rosemarie

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Back of property was great and clean Front of property does not do justice to how nice it is
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Everything you need

Lovely view of the ocean. Clean room. Great location.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Staff and service were excellent and the meals were excellent Easy Parking
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Theresa

The staff were fantastic. Great facilities. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and amenities Breakfast very limited
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Liang

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay with great value, convenient location, friendly staff, love the laid-back feel, not many properties like this in developed area of Airlie Beach.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the location, especially the breakfasts on the verandah, such a lovely way to start the day. The staff and management were very friendly and welcoming. We would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Suzanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We were very happy with the room & service, especially the Restaurant. Food was excellent. Big thank you for a very pleasant 5 day stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marzia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff. Convenient parking space great accessible facilities.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Owner went out of her way to help us. Peaceful stay, easy walk into town
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We stayed for 5 nights, absolutely wonderful Motel, excellent friendly staff, we booked our reef trip from the front desk. The apartment was superb and we had a lovely stay. We would definately stay here again when we next visit Australia.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good value.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent value for money

Pleasantly surprised when we discovered the room had a separate main room. The service staff at breakfast were friendly and attentive. I would recommend this place as great value for money.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hiu Lam Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The bay view was good and the food was delicious. Our One Bedroom Apartment was spacious enough for the three of us.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Only 10 minute walk from the main high street. Friendly staff. Rooms were clean and spacious. Great value compared to other comparable hotels. Would book again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Victor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is located in a beautiful hill, it has a wonderful view of a mountain in front as well as bits and pieces of the harbour. The staff is exceptionally friendly including the Brazilian staff. Delicious food and friendly atmosphere from the other guests.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Don

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean quiet. Good value for room type. Complimentary breakfast was very good and unexpected.