Margaret River Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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From touring vineyards and wineries to relaxing on some of the best beaches in Western Australia’s southwest, this town offers a variety of exciting pursuits.

Wineries, beaches, forests and gourmet food and drink are some of Margaret River's biggest attractions. Situated in the eponymous wine region, this small town is surrounded by picturesque splendour. Go for countryside walks, relax on a beach and sample premium wines in the places where they are made.

Begin your visit with a walk down the town’s long main street, which is lined with cafés, boutiques, galleries and curiosity shops. On Saturday mornings, stock up on fresh produce from the farmers market.

Stop by the Margaret River Gallery to see the work of emerging local and national artists. Extend your wanderings further, by taking a stroll along tracks that run by the river and through the nearby forest.

Make time to visit a few of the area’s other natural attractions. Just 20 minutes outside of Margaret River are Lake Cave and Mammoth CaveOpens in a new window, large subterranean spaces that are part of the Leeuwin-Naturaliste National Park. View spectacular stalactite and stalagmite formations.

Head out to one of the beaches near the town for sunbathing and watersports. There are several good surfing spots in the vicinity, including Surfer's Point in Prevelly, about a 10-minute drive from Margaret River.

When you want to try some of the wines that the Margaret River Wine RegionOpens in a new window is so famous for, you’ll find many within easy reach of the town. These include the Voyager Estate Winery, Leeuwin Estate and Xanadu WineryOpens in a new window. Go to cellar door tasting sessions, learn how the wines are made and stay for something to eat in the wineries’ restaurants. The centre of Margaret River also offers a number of good dining spots.

Reach the town and its wineries and natural attractions by flying into the international airport at PerthOpens in a new window. From there, you can drive to Margaret River in about 3 hours. Alternatively, arrive by taxi, bus, coach or airport shuttle.

Grande Escape Resort

Grande Escape Resort

4 out of 5
78 Wallcliffe Road, Margaret River, WA
The price is AU$194 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
AU$194
per night
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Margaret River. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (813 reviews)
"This place was excellent, the staff were amazing, extremely professional, helpful and welcoming. The restaurant was as great, food fresh, offers breakfast too which had a great choices. The bar was a great addition with warm wood fires rooms clean with full size fridge. We had the 2 bedroom suite ..."

Reviewed on 10 Oct 2025

Grande Escape Resort
Margarets in Town Apartments

Margarets in Town Apartments

3.5 out of 5
6 Tunbridge Street, Margaret River, WA
The price is AU$192 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
AU$192
per night
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Margaret River. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
"Great location, room was clean and spacious. Shower over bath was a little awkward as water went everywhere but that was the only downside plus the noisy bathroom fan which is connected to the light switch. Fantastic location though within easy walking distance to everything."

Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025

Margarets in Town Apartments
Margaret River Resort

Margaret River Resort

4 out of 5
40 Wallcliffe Road, Margaret River, WA
The price is AU$192 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
AU$192
per night
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Margaret River. Enjoy free parking, an outdoor pool, and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (728 reviews)
"Lovey stay"

Reviewed on 16 Oct 2025

Margaret River Resort
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Riverview Tourist Park

Riverview Tourist Park

2 out of 5
8 Willmott Ave, Margaret River, WA
Stay at this campground in Margaret River. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Jahroc Galleries and Margaret River Farmers Market ...
9/10 Wonderful! (458 reviews)
"Clean and tidy accommodation. The staff were friendly and helpful on checking in and checking out."

Reviewed on 10 Oct 2025

Riverview Tourist Park
Romantic and private, perfect for couples, romantic accommodation.

Romantic and private, perfect for couples, romantic accommodation.

Margaret River
Book a stay at this golf apartment in Margaret River. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and a garden. Our guests praise the pool in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (94 reviews)
"Really nice in the suburbs of Margaret River five minutes drive from Main Street shopping and attractions"

Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025

Romantic and private, perfect for couples, romantic accommodation.
 
The country cottage 

Close to town. 
Family friendly and pet friendly.

The country cottage Close to town. Family friendly and pet friendly.

Margaret River
Stay at this cottage in Margaret River. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities, and in-room fireplaces. Popular attractions Gloucester Park and Jahroc Galleries ...
9/10 Wonderful! (31 reviews)
"Cool layout of sleeping arrangements, many facilities like most items you need in the kitchen, full laundry, large fridge, loungeroom, outdoor lounge, dining and three piece bathroom. Extra soaps, towels and firewood available. You pretty much only need to pack your clothes and personal items. Very ..."

Reviewed on 14 Sept 2025

The country cottage Close to town. Family friendly and pet friendly.
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Margaret River

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4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Difficult time due to Coronavirus. Less dining out. Great access to beautiful beaches

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Wasn’t really sure what to expect with Margaret River, lots of roadworks going on at the moment. Nice area, plenty to see and taste.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Love the place and wish I could live there, would make a great sea change. All accommodation has been fantastic on the whole.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Make sure you go to Cape Mentelle and also the White Elephant cafe.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Fabulous coffee shops wineries perfect for a weekend away

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

This was my third visit in the past decade and I like the diversity of things to do and interests of people in the area.

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