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Our top choices for River Heads motels

1. Boat Harbour Stays

Boat Harbour Stays
3.5 star property
Urangan
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (300 reviews)
"Apartment"
Australia
Shaun
The price is AU$191
includes taxes & fees
20 Nov - 21 Nov
Boat Harbour Stays

2. Sunseeker Motel

Sunseeker Motel
3.5 star property
Scarness
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (336 reviews)
"did the job for us, place is a bit dated but good"
Australia
wolf
The price is AU$169
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
Sunseeker Motel

3. Tower Court Motel

Tower Court Motel
3.5 star property
Torquay
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (290 reviews)
"Good value stay"
Australia
Glenn
The price is AU$142
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Tower Court Motel

4. Emeraldene Inn & Eco-Lodge

Emeraldene Inn & Eco-Lodge
3.5 star property
Urraween
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (290 reviews)
"Clean,good parking, friendly staff"
Australia
Dean
The price is AU$157
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Emeraldene Inn & Eco-Lodge

5. Main Street Motel

Main Street Motel
3.5 star property
Pialba
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (379 reviews)
"Always great to have a holiday there"
Australia
Peter
The price is AU$142
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
Main Street Motel

6. Beachside Motor Inn

Beachside Motor Inn
3.0 star property
Pialba
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (503 reviews)
"Great location just across the road from the beach. Restaurants and shops close by and a very safe secure comfortable and spotlessly clean room. Definitely recommend! Lovely friendly hosts too."
Australia
Lisa
The price is AU$165
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
Beachside Motor Inn

7. Hervey Bay Hotel & Resort

Hervey Bay Hotel & Resort
3.0 star property
Pialba
7.0 out of 10, Good, (354 reviews)
"Nice place to stay great views!"
Australia
Helen
The price is AU$127
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Hervey Bay Hotel & Resort

8. Ned Kelly's Motel

Ned Kelly's Motel
4.0 star property
Tinana
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (543 reviews)
"Very comfortable stay for our family of 4. Clean and spacious with Well stocked amenities. Price was good for what you get!"
Australia
Hilton
The price is AU$98
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Ned Kelly's Motel

9. McNevin's Maryborough Motel

McNevin's Maryborough Motel
4.0 star property
Central Maryborough
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (646 reviews)
"A clean, large room with king bed. On site, free parking. White Lion pub across the road."
Australia
Garry
The price is AU$163
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
McNevin's Maryborough Motel

10. Cara Motel

Cara Motel
3.5 star property
Maryborough
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (316 reviews)
"Omg i stayed for a week and staff where amazing friendly. Felt like I was apart of the family. Micheal and staff absolutely amazing"
Australia
Ange
The price is AU$155
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Cara Motel

11. Mineral Sands Motel

Mineral Sands Motel
3.0 star property
Central Maryborough
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (253 reviews)
"We had a lovely stay. Room was clean and staff were lovely"
Australia
Renee
The price is AU$145
includes taxes & fees
7 Dec - 8 Dec
Mineral Sands Motel

12. Blue Shades Motel

Blue Shades Motel
4.0 star property
Central Maryborough
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (487 reviews)
"The loft family suite was very roomy and had a microwave and toaster so was great for our family’s overnight stay. It is a little dated and the parking area was quite tight to access but overall we would recommend it as a great motel."
Australia
Ebelina
The price is AU$163
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Blue Shades Motel

13. Maryborough City Motel

Maryborough City Motel
3.0 star property
Central Maryborough
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (231 reviews)
"Excellent stay, will visit again "
Australia
Amanda
The price is AU$149
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Maryborough City Motel

14. Arkana Motel Maryborough, SureStay Collection by BW

Arkana Motel Maryborough, SureStay Collection by BW
3.0 star property
Central Maryborough
7.2 out of 10, Good, (225 reviews)
"Great little place."
Australia
Malgorzata
The price is AU$149
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Arkana Motel Maryborough, SureStay Collection by BW

15. Carriers Arms Hotel

Carriers Arms Hotel
3.0 star property
Maryborough
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (201 reviews)
"GREAT PLACE TO STAY"
Australia
Linda
The price is AU$182
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Carriers Arms Hotel

16. Maryborough Motel and Conference Center

Maryborough Motel and Conference Center
2.0 star property
Maryborough
6.0 out of 10, (26 reviews)
"The room was spacious even though it is old and a bit rough around the edges. Single and queen bed in room so good value. Fridge and microwave which was great."
Australia
Denise
The price is AU$116
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Maryborough Motel and Conference Center
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Learn more about River Heads

This coastal gateway serves as your jumping-off point for whale watching tours and ferry trips to Fraser Island. Board a boat at the River Heads terminal for adventures among humpbacks or exploring the world's largest sand island.

An aerial view of a coastal area with a large body of water, several small islands, and a distant shoreline with buildings.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to River Heads?

If you’re having a hard time finding motels in River Heads, let Expedia help you find a motel or similar property from over 399 accommodation choices in the larger area. Simply use our search tools to filter by nightly room rate or cost-saving amenities such as free parking and free airport transport.

What are motels like?

At most motels, you're likely to find a free parking spot and an outdoor pool. When you stay at a motel, you'll often have access to your room from an outside corridor overlooking the car park. Motels began in the 1920s as a convenient place to stay for the tired traveller driving along America's major roadways.

What are the best motels in River Heads?

Here you'll find some of our customers’ favourite motels to book in the larger area. Hervey Bay Hotel & Resort is located 15.9 km from the heart of River Heads. Enjoy access to the 3 bars and free parking, as well as room amenities such as air conditioning. Ned Kelly's Motel: Free parking, a snack bar/deli and laundry facilities are available during your stay. Central River Heads is 17.7 mi (28.4 km) away. McNevin's Maryborough Motel: Enjoy access to the terrace, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Located 15.4 mi (24.8 km) from the heart of River Heads. Emeraldene Inn & Eco-Lodge: Central River Heads is 9.2 mi (14.9 km) away. Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities such as a furnished balcony. Arkana Motel Maryborough, SureStay Collection by BW: 16.4 mi (26.3 km) from the heart of River Heads. Enjoy access to the parking, laundry facilities and 24-hour front desk.

What can I do in River Heads?

Enjoy nature with a stop at River Heads Reserve and Great Sandy Strait. You'll find these family-friendly attractions in the area: Reefworld Aquarium and WetSide Water Education Park. While you're exploring the area, consider visiting River Heads Ferry Dock, Great Sandy Straits Marina and Hervey Bay Botanic Garden.

What's the weather like in River Heads?

Weather can make or break a road trip, so here's some data about year-round temperatures in River Heads to help you plan yours: The hottest months are usually January and February, with an average temperature of 25°C, while the coldest months are July and August, with an average of 18°C. Average annual precipitation for River Heads is 1035 mm.

What are my options for getting around River Heads while staying in a motel?

We’ve gathered some information about local transportation options in River Heads to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Hervey Bay, QLD (HVB), which is located 6.1 mi (9.8 km) away from the city centre. If you'd like to explore around the area, you may want to rent a car for your trip.

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