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.

Margarets in Town Apartments

Margarets in Town Apartments

3.5 out of 5
6 Tunbridge Street, Margaret River, WA
The price is AU$196 per night from 20 July to 21 July
AU$196
20 July - 21 July
includes taxes & fees
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! (998 reviews)
"Excellent location - great sized apartment. Perfect for what we needed. Awesome bath. Kitchen light not working, but apart from that, it was great."

Reviewed on 11 Jul. 2025

Margarets in Town Apartments
Grande Escape Resort

Grande Escape Resort

4 out of 5
78 Wallcliffe Road, Margaret River, WA
The price is AU$212 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
AU$212
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
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! (790 reviews)
"The property was lovely. It was located just out of town. The Restaurant food was excellent and the staff are very friendly."

Reviewed on 18 Jul. 2025

Grande Escape Resort
Margaret River Tourist Park

Margaret River Tourist Park

4 out of 5
44 Station Road, Margaret River, WA
The price is AU$131 per night from 5 Aug to 6 Aug
AU$131
5 Aug - 6 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star holiday park in Margaret River. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (545 reviews)
"Fully equipped for cooking etc"

Reviewed on 13 Jul. 2025

Margaret River Tourist Park
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! (450 reviews)
Good choice
"All good. Lovely area by the river with a walking trail"

Reviewed on 9 Jul. 2025

Riverview Tourist Park
 
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 laundry facilities and in-room fireplaces. Popular attractions Gloucester Park and Jahroc Galleries are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (22 reviews)
Charming and cozy with oodles of character
"We had a wonderful stay at this charming cottage in Margaret River. Tucked away yet so close to the town centre, it was the perfect mix of convenience and retreat. The fireplace gave the home a cosy, welcoming feel, and we were blown away by the incredible library of books and a DVD collection that ..."

Reviewed on 14 Jul. 2025

The country cottage Close to town. Family friendly and pet friendly.
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! (83 reviews)
Short break away
"Amazing"

Reviewed on 1 Jul. 2025

Romantic and private, perfect for couples, romantic accommodation.
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

4.7
Top destination
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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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